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Annual Survey of Permanent Diaconate Highlights the Importance and Need for Their Ministry in Life of the Church
Photo Above: The class of 2021 for the Deacon Formation Program of the Diocese of St. Petersburg who were admitted to the Rite of Candidacy for Holy Orders on October 19th at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle; Frank Averill, Guillermo Caceres, Geoff D’Angelo, and James Riveiro. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) …
Office of the Diaconate
The Office of the Diaconate is a diocesan office of the Bishop committed to serving the diverse needs of the local diaconate community. The primary purpose is to provide for the support and supervision of the Deacon’s ministerial life in the local church, and the formation of permanent deacons. The office offers guidance to deacons …
Clergy Changes
Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, announces the following clergy appointments, effective July 1, 2021: APPOINTMENTS Reverend Monsignor Robert F. Morris, V.G. to President of Catholic Charities, Diocese of St. Petersburg, continuing other assignments. Reverend John Lipscomb to Director of Diaconal Formation, Diocese of St. Petersburg, continuing other assignments. Deacon James Grevenites from …
Clergy Changes ~ April 11, 2016 (Updated)
Most Reverend Robert N. Lynch, Bishop of St. Petersburg, announces the following clergy changes, effective July 1, 2016, unless otherwise indicated: RETIREMENT Rev. Msgr. Avelino Garcia, from Pastor, Our Lady of Grace Parish, Beverly Hills, granted retirement status. Rev. Gregory Andrews, from Pastoral Center [assisting parishes], granted retirement status. Rev. Ralph Argentino, from Director, Catholic …
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Deacon Lionel Roberts
The Diaconate Offices sadly informs the passing of Deacon Lionel Roberts, 97, of Blessed Trinity Parish, St. Petersburg, on January 31, 2024. “Deacon Lionel,” as he is known, was ordained to the diaconate in 1977 for the Diocese of Brooklyn. During his 47 years of diaconal ministry, he served from 1977 to 1984 in the …
Announcements ~ October 9, 2023
DIOCESAN OFFICES Ordination to the DiaconateThe Diocese of St. Petersburg is happy to announce that Most Reverend Gregory L. Parkes will ordain Paul Benfanti (St. Paul, St. Petersburg), John Gerdes (Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg), Charles Glass (St. Paul, Tampa), Joseph Grimaudo (Our Lady of the Rosary, Land O’ Lakes), Michael Hurst (St. …
Announcements ~ October 2, 2023
DIOCESAN OFFICES Ordination to the Diaconate The Diocese of St. Petersburg is happy to announce that Most Reverend Gregory L. Parkes will ordain Paul Benfanti (St. Paul, St. Petersburg), John Gerdes (Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg), Charles Glass (St. Paul, Tampa), Joseph Grimaudo (Our Lady of the Rosary, Land O’ Lakes), Michael Hurst …
Parish Content October
The Office of Communications has created this page for parishes in the Diocese of St. Petersburg to find free and shareable content that helps to evangelize, inspire, and unite our community. Parishes of the Diocese of St. Petersburg have our approval to share any of the materials listed below on their website, social media, bulletin, …
Announcements ~ October 3, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES Did You Know? Assistance Ministry Helps Abuse Victims Did you know that outreach to victims of sexual abuse is one of the ministries offered by the Diocese of St. Petersburg? The diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator provides assistance towards healing by means of therapy, spiritual direction, and mutual support groups. If now, or at …
Announcements ~ September 26, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES Did You Know? Assistance Ministry Helps Abuse Victims Did you know that outreach to victims of sexual abuse is one of the ministries offered by the Diocese of St. Petersburg? The diocesan Victim Assistance Coordinator provides assistance towards healing by means of therapy, spiritual direction, and mutual support groups. If now, or at …
Announcements ~ June 13, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES From the Communications Office Let Us Adore JesusYou are invited to join Catholics from across the Diocese of St. Petersburg for a Holy Hour to observe the launch of the National Eucharistic Revival on Sunday, June 19, 2022, the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, at 3:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Jude the …
Announcements ~ May 31, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES From the Communications Office Let Us Adore Jesus You are invited to join Catholics from across the Diocese of St. Petersburg for a Holy Hour to observe the launch of the National Eucharistic Revival on Sunday, June 19, 2022, the Solemnity of Corpus Christi, at 3:00 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Jude …
Announcements ~ May 23, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES Memorial Day Mass Join us on May 30, 2022 at 10:00 a.m., for the Memorial Day Mass at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 11801 US Highway 19 North, Clearwater. Reverend Hugh Chikawe, Chaplain for Catholic Cemeteries, will be the main celebrant. Please join us for this special Mass, as we remember those who gave their …
Announcements ~ May 9, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES Ordination to the Priesthood The Diocese of St. Petersburg joyfully announces the upcoming Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Mr. Zachary E. Brasseur and Reverend Mr. Donald J. Amodeo. Deacons Brasseur and Amodeo will be ordained by Most Reverend Gregory L. Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, on Saturday, May 21, 2022, 11:00 a.m., at the Cathedral of St. Jude the …
Announcements ~ May 2, 2022
DIOCESAN OFFICES Ordination to the Priesthood The Diocese of St. Petersburg joyfully announces the upcoming Ordination to the Priesthood of Reverend Mr. Zachary E. Brasseur and Reverend Mr. Donald J. Amodeo. Deacons Brasseur and Amodeo will be ordained by Most Reverend Gregory L. Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, on Saturday, May 21, 2022, 11:00 a.m., at the Cathedral of St. Jude the …
Why Support Shared Ministries and Services?
Throughout Fall 2022, the Office of Stewardship and Development reached out to those who have historically supported diocesan ministries, programs and outreach to make sure they were aware of the upcoming change from Annual Pastoral Appeal (APA) to the new Catholic Ministry Appeal. That communication process revealed thousands of families and households willing to share …
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Monsignor John F. Neff
The Chancellor’s Office has been informed that Monsignor John F. Neff, 87, a retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, passed away in the Lord on Wednesday afternoon, January 20, 2021, at St. Anthony’s Hospital, St. Petersburg. John Francis Neff was born in Cairo, Illinois on May 21, 1933, to Herbert and Cecelia Neff. …
2021 Ministry Update
Our ministries, programs and services are stretching boundaries and reaching out in new ways to bring ministry to life in the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Below are some more ways we are making an impact throughout our five-counties thanks to generous gifts to our Annual Pastoral Appeal: Campus Ministry at USF 2020-21 School Year Initiatives …
Who is a deacon?
In simple terms, a Permanent Deacon is a man who is called to a ministry of service to God’s people. Like priests, and bishops, he is ordained into the Sacrament of Holy Orders and is a member of the clergy. At the same time, he is “one among us,” a man who has been called …
LPMI Overview
The Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute (LPMI) of the Diocese of St. Petersburg is a program of lay leadership formation consisting of four years: an informal year of discernment, and three years of formational development. The Institute offers a certificate in foundational pastoral ministry leadership upon completion of these four years. The Year of Discernment, or …
Resources
Links: New Advent USCCB Permanent Diaconate / USCCB Franciscan Center House of Prayer – MARIAN SERVANTS OF DIVINE PROVIDENCE® Vocations Office National Association of Catholic Chaplains Other Continuing Formation Links: McGrath Institute for Church Life – STEP Augustine Institute University of Dayton Felician College CDU Fordham University Pontifical College Josephinum STEP Courses St. Joseph College …
Formation Program
LPMI Promo Brochure 2023-2024 Formational Segment. The formal, three-year formational segment of the LPMI focuses on developing leadership skills on a theological, pastoral, and collaborative level for use in the various ministries in the home, the neighborhood, the parish, and throughout the Diocese. Upon successfully completing the program, participants will be commissioned by the Bishop …
Overview
The Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute (LPMI) of the Diocese of St. Petersburg is a program of lay leadership formation consisting of four years: an informal year of discernment, and three years of formational development. The Institute offers a certificate in foundational pastoral ministry leadership upon completion of these four years. The Year of Discernment, or …