July 25, 2018 marks the 50th anniversary of Humanae Vitae, a papal encyclical written by Blessed Pope Paul VI in 1968 that provides beautiful and clear teaching about God’s plan for married love and the transmission of life. In Humanae Vitae, Blessed Pope Paul VI reflects upon how God designed the nature of married love…. Read More
Bishop Gregory Parkes (@BishopParkes) is an active tweeter. He uses Twitter and other social media to post about his daily activities, some of which show a more personal side to the pastor in chief of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Now Bishop Gregory Parkes has something new to tweet about. He recently received the award… Read More
Teens from around Tampa Bay are choosing to spend part of their summer vacation serving others as part of the Good Samaritan Project organized by the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg, Office of Youth Ministry. “The Good Samaritan Project is a way for me to strengthen my faith in God and to serve others and… Read More
Through the Family Faith Fest, the Diocese of St. Petersburg will not only offer excellent entertainment and activities free of charge, we will also showcase and bring to light the ministries, people and values that guide our mission as Disciples of Christ in our Education, Ministry and Market Villages. Applications are now being accepted for… Read More
Apostles of the Eucharist Young Adult group is hosting our 3rd annual retreat from July 20 – July 21 at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa. Young adults ages 18 – 25 are invited to an amazing weekend to grow in their faith, foster new friendships and take time away from hectic schedules to relax… Read More
Sean Callahan, the President and CEO of Catholic Relief Services (CRS), wrote the following in response to the family separation happening at the US/Mexico border. Included in his reflection are ways that you can help. “In Mexico last week, I sat with a mother who explained the suffering she and her sons faced as they… Read More
Studies have shown that a strong faith can help you to enjoy a long, healthy life. If you have met Monsignor George Cummings, you would be convinced that this is true! On June 21st, the retired priest gathered with 150 of his closest friends, brother priests and Bishop Gregory Parkes to celebrate his 100th birthday…. Read More
The Diocese of St. Petersburg was recently recognized by the Pinellas County Commission and the Hillsborough County Commission for service to the community during the last 50 years. Pinellas County Commissioner Janet Long and County Administrator Mark Woodward presented a proclamation to Bishop Gregory Parkes designating June 17, 2018 as Diocese of St. Petersburg Day…. Read More
Bishop Gregory Parkes will lead a prayer vigil for an end to the separation of families at the U.S./Mexico Border and to lift up the hearts of those families who have already been separated. When: Wednesday, June 20, 2018 at 8:30 p.m. (World Refugee Day) Where: San Jose Mission, 3204 San Diego Lane, Dover,… Read More
The ongoing practice of separating children from their parents has already, as of May, left nearly 2000 children separated from their parents. As Bishop Parkes reminds us, as a nation and people of faith, we can and must do better. FIVE WAYS TO HELP STOP FAMILY SEPARATION Pray: You can find a prayer for migrant children here. On Wednesday, June… Read More
