The Diocese of St. Petersburg is hosting the National Conference on Catholic Youth Ministry for the first time ever. The conference is organized by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry and is held every two years to form, inspire and strengthen youth ministers and all who seek to accompany young people as they encounter… Read More
More than 5,000 people have registered to attend the Diocese of St. Petersburg’s Family Faith Fest on Saturday, Oct. 27! Have you? (Click here to register.) In about one month the Family Faith Fest will be here! It’s expected to be the biggest event in our diocesan history and we are hoping for a huge outpouring of… Read More
In honor of the 50th anniversary of the death of St. Pio of Pietrelcina, better known as Padre Pio, his relics are being displayed in dioceses across the U.S. The relics of this modern-day saint, who is beloved around the world, will be at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, St. Petersburg, for one… Read More
Renewed and sustained by the Spirit of God, representatives from 16 parishes in the Diocese of St. Petersburg will join Bishop Gregory Parkes for a national gathering in Grapevine, Texas from September 20 -23 that is hoped to assist with rebuilding the Church. Dioceses from across the country will also participate in the V National… Read More
In his letter to the People of God regarding sexual abuse and ecclesial coverup of abuse, Pope Francis stated, “Looking back to the past, no effort to beg pardon and to seek to repair the harm done will ever be sufficient. Looking ahead to the future, no effort must be spared to create a culture… Read More
September 12, 2018: – Good News! Book Fair launched its inaugural book fair in the Diocese of St. Petersburg in partnership with Notre Dame Catholic School in Spring Hill. “Bringing the Good News! Book Fair to our community at Notre Dame was an honor!” said Mrs. Florence Buono, school principal. “It was extremely refreshing to… Read More
Seeking to fill a need for housing in our community that can serve low income families and individuals, Bishop Gregory Parkes blessed the grounds where construction will soon begin on St. Benedict Housing located in Crystal River. This is the first “Shelter of Hope” to be built in Citrus Country by Catholic Charities of the… Read More
Prospective Students Invited to Learn More about Academics, Organizations, Financial Aid ST. LEO – Saint Leo University will host two open houses this fall. Students of all ages are welcome to attend with their families and friends from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Saturday, September 29. A second open house is planned for November 10…. Read More
September is Suicide Prevention Month A rapid increase in suicide in our time is cause for alarm among pastoral workers and, of course, family members and other survivors of this tragedy. The depths of depression can rob a person of his or her desire to live. Over 90% of all deaths by suicide are a result of… Read More
In addition to music and entertainment, the Family Faith Fest will provide an opportunity for each of us to encounter the living Christ in the Eucharist and the prayers of the people who participate. “It will essentially be a festive encounter with our Lord,” said Bishop Gregory Parkes. “Similar to a World Youth Day experience,… Read More
