Today, over 13,000 students are enrolled in 46 Catholic schools and early childhood centers in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg. These schools, located in Pinellas, Hillsborough, Pasco, Hernando, and Citrus counties, will welcome back students on August 11th. The Diocese of Saint Petersburg ranks as the 39th largest diocese (out of 196) for Catholic school …
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Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of Saint Petersburg, announces the following clergy changes, effective September 1, 2025: APPOINTMENT Upon presentation by Reverend Canon Matthew Talarico, I.C.K.S.P., Provincial Superior of the U.S. Province of the Institute of Christ the King Sovereign Priest, Reverend Canon John O’Connor, I.C.K.S.P. to Rector of Epiphany of Our Lord Shrine, Tampa. …
DIOCESAN OFFICES APARTA LA FECHA: Misa Hispana Diocesana AnualEstás invitado a la Misa Hispana Diocesana anual. Este año la misa será en honor a Nuestra Señora del Rosario, patrona de Guatemala y será presidida por Mons. Gregory Parkes, Obispo de Saint Petersburg. Te esperamos el sábado, 11 de octubre de 2025 a las 11:00 a.m. …
Creating Floral Bouquets for the Infirmed As part of Christ the King’s commitment to the Diocese of St. Petersburg’s “1,000,000 Acts of Mercy Challenge,” the Tampa parish is participating in extra acts of kindness and mercy this year. The Media are invited to cover this event that will provide great visuals of individuals creating floral …
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The Chancellor’s Office received notice of the passing of Reverend Julio Rivero, T.O.R., 96 years old, a member of the Third Order Regular of St. Francis for 56 years, on July 11, 2025. He was in hospice care at Saint Francis Friary, Loretto, PA. Father Julio served in our Diocese as Parochial Vicar of St. …
The Chancellor’s Office has learned that Reverend James McAteer, I.C., 89 years old, a member of the Institute of Charity for 61 years, passed away on Sunday, July 13, 2025 in Dublin, Ireland, where he was currently living. Father McAteer served in our Diocese as Pastor of St. Theresa Parish, Spring Hill, from August 1999 …
Natural Family Planning Awareness Week – July 20-26, 2025 Pursue a lasting love …MARRIAGE! Create hope for the future! The dates of Natural Family Planning Awareness Week highlight the anniversary of the papal encyclical Humanae Vitae (July 25) which articulates Catholic beliefs about human sexuality, conjugal love, and responsible parenthood. The dates also mark the feast of Saints …
The Office of the Diaconate informs the passing of Mr. Hector Rios Casillas in Mexico on Saturday, June 28, 2025. Mr. Rios is the father of Deacon Hector Rios of St. Mark the Evangelist Parish in Tampa, No further information is available at the moment. Expressions of sympathy can be sent to Deacon Hector Rios …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Pastoral Plan and Mercy Challenge News and Updates If you haven’t already begun, now is the perfect time to dive into detailed planning for your Mercy Event. As the date approaches, early preparation will ensure everything runs smoothly, communicates a message of hope, and offers a truly meaningful experience for your community. Last week, …
The Catholic Church is pro-life. This means we believe that each human life has dignity, regardless of immigration status. Human dignity exists because each of us is created in the image and likeness of God. We also affirm that sovereign nations have the right to control and restrict their borders, and law enforcement actions to …
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