Click on the links here to read about the recent conference on African Christian Theology. The gathering, entitled “African Christian Theology: Memories and Mission for the 21st Century”, was organized by Notre Dame’s Center for Culture and Ethics, and took place in Rome on March 22-25, 2017. The conference included bishops, priests, deacons, professors, theologians, students, …
The Rev. Roy Edward Campbell Jr. was recently appointed by Pope Francis to serve as auxiliary bishop for the Archdiocese of Washington, DC. He will be one of three bishops in the archdiocese assisting Cardinal Donald Wuerl. As bishop, Rev. Campbell will replace Bishop Martin D. Holley, who served 12 years as auxiliary bishop in Washington …
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Over 567 Bibles have been donated to Prison Ministries thanks to a Community Partner Challenge from Angels Senior Living Center and Datalink Software during Spirit FM 90.5?’s 2017 Spread the Word campaign! We are so grateful to Spirit FM’s listeners for taking up the challenge and ensuring that those imprisoned have access to the reason for …
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Unidos al obispo Gregory Parkes la comunidad muestra su apoyo para con nuestros hermanos y hermanas migrantes, y los refugiados que viven, trabajan y tienen sus hogares en nuestra comunidad. ¿Cuándo? Siempre ¿Cómo? Orando y defendiendo a la luz del Evangelio y con nuestras acciones la dignidad del ser humano y sus derechos como personas creadas a la …
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On October 20th, 2016 during a beautiful Mass and celebration Father Viet Nguyen was honored by the Vietnamese community and his brother priests for his new assignment as administrator of The Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Mission in Largo. Visiting from Vietnam and presiding was Bishop Pierre Nguyen Van Knam of My Tho Province. Please see the photos …
NABCA Press Release – July 18, 2016 Birmingham, AL, July 18, 2016– The National Association of Black Catholic Administrators (NABCA) strongly condemns the continuing disproportionate use of excessive and deadly force against Black men and women by law enforcement and any attacks on law enforcement officers in the United States. Racial bias in law enforcement …
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Baltimore, 13 July 2016: The National Black Catholic Congress (NBCC) joins the nation in mourning over the tragedies in Baton Rouge, the Minneapolis-Saint Paul area, and Dallas last week. As we commend to the Lord those who have died, we pray for the consolation of all who are grieving. It is important for Black Catholics …
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Please join us at our next diocesan Assembly meeting on Saturday, July 16, 2016 in the McLoughlin Center at Christ the King parish in Tampa, FL. The meeting will be from 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM. The Black Catholic Assembly, Diocese of St. Petersburg will host a Day of Reflection in …
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HOLY YEAR OF MERCY – SAVE THE DATE! The Filipino Community invites the faithful of the Diocese to participate in the 19th National Convention of the Alliance of Filipino Catholic Charismatic Prayer Communities (AFCCPC). “Be Merciful, just as your Father is Merciful” Lk 6:36 2016_AFCCPC_Convention Flyer The conference will be hosted by the Filipino Catholic Prayer (Groups) Communities …
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DOS RETIROS DE PASCUA EN EL MISMO DIA Y LUGAR: (INSCRIPCION ESTARA DISPONIBLE PRONTRO) Uno para Jóvenes mayores de 18 y hasta 35 años de edad (Español) y otro para jóvenes Adolescentes de 12-18 años de edad (Inglés/Bilingüe/Spanglish) La Pastoral Juvenil de la Diócesis de Saint Petersburg te invita a celebrar la Pascua Juvenil 2017, que este …
Black Catholic Assembly : The Assembly meets quarterly at locations around the diocese. These meetings are a great opportunity for us to come together as diverse Catholics of African descent of the Diocese of St. Petersburg and share as a community. It is also a chance to meet some of our brothers and sisters in …
Materiales del Taller/Retiro de Liderazgo: Los siguientes materiales han sido proporsionados por el padre Salvador Valadez Fuentes para que sean utilizados, con su permiso, en sus comunidades. 1- AÑO DE LA MISERICORIDA 2- FE Y LIDERAZGO CRISITIANO 3- Modelo de liderazgo en EG – 4- SALMO 022 (para imprimir) SALMO 022 (Para pasar como video) 6- Ser …
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February 7, 2016 is the National Day of Prayer for the African American and African Family 2016. This year’s theme is “God’s Mercy Pulls Us Through.” As we prepare to celebrate the Jubilee Year of Mercy, we are grateful to God to present to you the 27th Annual National Day of Prayer, celebrated on the first Sunday …
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“Discípulos Alegres de la Misericordia del Padre ” Presentada por el Padre Salvador Valadez Fuentes Misionero de la Misericordia de Su Santidad Papa Francisco 09 de Marzo: Misión Santa Maria, Tampa, 7-9 pm 14004 N. 15 Street, Tampa, Florida 33613 10 de Marzo: Mary Help of Christians, Tampa 7-9pm 6400 E. Chelsea Street, Tampa, FL 33610 …
You are invited to attend a Memorial Mass for Rev. Callist Nyambo on Friday, January 22, 2016. The Mass will begin at 7:00 PM at St. Peter Claver Catholic Church located at 1203 N. Nebraska Ave, Tampa, FL 33602. Reverend Callist Nauli Nyambo, 76, a retired priest of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, died on Sunday, January …
18-12-2015 Radio del Vaticano: Beata Madre Teresa de Calcuta será Santa. El papa Francisco autorizo a la Congregación para la Causa de los Santos que se promulgara el decreto en referencia al milagro que se le atribuye a la intercesión de la Beata Teresa (más) En la vida de Madre Teresa de Calcuta, cada momento, …
New Cause for the Saints: Martyrs of La Florida Missions On Monday October 12, 2015, Maureen Biebrich, and Marilyn Cisek, representatives from our Native American Ministry attended the Official Opening of the Cause for Canonization of the Martyrs of La Florida Mission. As stated by Maureen, “The Mass and official ceremonies were filled with a serene …
The Congregation of The Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Pastoral Mission cordially invites you to attend the celebration of THE FEAST OF THE HOLY MARTYRS OF VIETNAM Sunday, November 15, 2015 – 9:00 am 9099 90th Avenue North – Largo, Florida 33777 LUNCH AND MUSIC RECEPTION TO FOLLOW Contact: Vincent Tran 727-776-3903
The Phillipino Community invites the faithful of the Diocese to celebrate with them Simbang Gabi. “Simbang Gabi” literally means “Masses of the Night”. Fillipinos attend mass for nine days before the birth fo Christ. The Masses are also known as Misa de Gallo or “Rooster’s Mass” as they are celebrated at dawn. Advent starts earlier …
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What a Blessing! Our Chancellor, Mrs. Joan Morgan, and Vivi Iglesias, met today with Rev. Carmelo O. Diola from the Episcopal Conference of the Philippines, and Mr. Ed and Susan Bilbao from the Philippine Community of St. Paul, Tampa! Father Carmelo is visiting the USA, among other countries in the world to help promote and encourage the …
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It was an eventful and momentous day for our parish, Church and city. The recently named and first ever Haitian Cardinal, Chibly Langlois, celebrated his first Mass in this country for the feast day of the Immaculate Conception Haitian Mission, led by Fr. Pierre Dorvil, at St. Peter Claver parish in Tampa. Cardinal Langlois was …
ESQUEMA HISTORICO DEL MINISTERIO HISPANO EN LOS ESTADOS UNIDOS Mario Vizcaíno, Sch.P. y Equipo Pastoral (16 de mayo, 2013): 1945– El Arzobispo Robert E. Lucey organiza la Oficina para Asuntos Hispanos en San Antonio, Texas. 1967– Se funda la Oficina Regional del Medioeste para Asuntos Hispanos (Spanish Speaking Catholic Commission) en Lansing, Michigan. y se …
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Fotos del Primer Encuentro de Pastoral Hispana! Estamos ya en preparación hacia el V Encuentro Nacional. Nuestra diócesis el 15 de Agosto del 2015 tuvo el 1er Encuentro de Pastoral Hispana: “Discípulo Misionero: De Dónde Vienes y Hacia Donde Vas? Con el Obispo Lynch Hagan clic para ver las fotos de ese dia tan especial Si tienes …
A large image of Our Lady of Guadalupe, La Virgen Morena as it is also known by our Hispanic faithful, finds home at St. Justin Martyr Parish, in Largo. The image depicts the true colors from the original and it stands almost six feet tall. Father Gerald Hendry, Parochial Administrator, began his assignment at St. Justin, July 1st. Masses at the parish are celebrated in …
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Blessed Trinity Church in St. Petersburg, invites you to a Testimonial Dinner and Celebration honoring Deacon Lionel Roberts in appreciation of his many local, national, and international contributions in service to his Church, his community and the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Deacon Lionel was ordained for the Diocese of Brooklyn in 1977. He and his family moved to St. …
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Bishop Robert N. Lynch, Bishop of St. Petersburg and Rev. Wayne Genereux, Pastor of Blessed Trinity Church in St. Petersburg, invite you to a Testimonial Dinner and Celebration in appreciation of the many Local, National, and International contributions of Deacon Lionel Roberts. Deacon was ordained for the Diocese of Brooklyn, and has served the Diocese of St. Petersburg in many …
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La Experiencia en Cristo es un retiro Católico Hispano para jóvenes adolescents el cual se llevará a cabo del 7 al 9 de agosto, 2015 – En el centro de retiros Bethany. Todos los Grupos de parroquias están invitados a participar. Para más información vea el folleto: Experiencia en Cristo email experienciaencristo@gmail.com o llama al 813-421-DIOS / …
Jóvenes Adultos de la Diócesis de St. Petersburg y de otras Diócesis del Sureste Todos están invitados al retiro Atrévete para Jóvenes de 18-35 años de edad con el Padre Misionero Felipe Scott. ¡El grupo Pastoral Juvenil de St. Petersburg te invita a vivir un maravilloso fin de semana en compañía de Jesus y de …
Residentes de bajos ingresos de la Florida continúan sufriendo debido a una falta de acceso a atención médica de calidad. Legisladores de la Florida decidirán en junio si se debe ampliar la cobertura de salud a cerca de un millón de trabajadores de bajos recursos residentes de la Florida. Nuestra comunidad tiene la responsabilidad de …
Poster de La Misa Hispana (11″x17″) 10 de octubre, 2015 – Catedral de St. Jude The Apostle – 10:00 am – Rosario / Rosary 10:30 am – Desfile de Banderas/ Procession of Flags 11:00 am – Misa / Mass. Peregrinaje de la Virgen: La Imagen de la Virgen estará en peregrinaje en las seis regiones …
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La Oficina del Ministerio Hispano, junto con líderes hispanos del Ministerio de Jóvenes Adultos de la diócesis de St. Petersburg, fueron invitados a ofrecer un retiro en Spanglish para el grupo juvenil Vida Joven de la Iglesia Católica Nativity de Brandon, el Sábado, 25 de abril 2015. 39 maravillosos jóvenes y más de 15 líderes …
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Pictured from Left to right: “She who Stands with the Wind in Her Face,” “Two Feathers,” “Swan Woman,” Vivi Iglesias, and “Smiling Eyes.” The First Native American Strawberry Festival was celebrated at St. Anne in Ruskin on Saturday, April 18, 2015 by the Many Nations Kateri Circle – our Diocesan Native American Ministry. Gail Rando, …
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La Viña de Raquel nos ofrece un lugar seguro donde se logra reconstruir y redimir los corazones rotos por motivo de un aborto. Allí se ofrece un ambiente confidencial donde no se le juzga, y donde hombres y mujeres pueden expresarse y reconciliar aquellas emociones que han suscitado despues de un aborto, y así comenzar …
The Knights of Peter Claver, Inc. is the largest historically African-American Catholic lay organization in the United States. In 2006, a unit was established in San Andres, Colombia, South America. The Order was founded in Mobile, Alabama and is presently headquartered in New Orleans. To learn more about the Local Knights of St. Peter …
The “Reaching Out” Quilt shows the outline of the hands of juveniles incarcerated at the Orient Road Jail in Tampa. Their achievements include receiving their General Education Diplomas, mentoring in math, writing, science, reading. The Diocesan Prison Ministry Success & Empowerment Program, (brainchild of volunteer Elena Zerfas), goes far beyond the regular educational system by providing life skills, …
¡Ya ha comenzado el proceso de encuesta hacia el Primer Encuentro Diocesano de Pastoral Hispana con el Obispo Robert N. Lynch! Discípulo Misionero: ¿De dónde vienes y hacia dónde vas? Es un proceso de encuesta de base el cual identifica la realidad de la comunidad hispana y los ministerios, y servicios que le ofrece la iglesia dentro …
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Congratulations to Bishop Fernand J. Cheri, III on his Episcopal Ordination as Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of New Orleans. The St. Louis Cathedral in New Orleans was filled to the rafters for the ordination on Monday, March 23, 2015. The ordination Mass was live streamed on the archdiocese’s website, and broadcast on a local …
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A meeting was held on Saturday, October 25 for Black Catholic Ministry representatives from the dioceses of Florida. The group, known as the Florida Conference of Offices for Black Catholic Ministry, was established as a Conference to help the various diocesan offices connect, share information and resources, plan events and support one another. Due to …