PARISHES AND ORGANIZATIONS International Festival – Sunday, October 18, 2026 at 8:30 AM Blessed Sacrament Catholic Church in Tampa is hosting their 17th International Festival! Come enjoy a wonderful day filled with delicious international food, entertainment, fellowship, and celebration of cultures from around the world. All are welcome to attend! Misa y Procesión En Honor Al Señor De …
PARISHES AND ORGANIZATIONS Blessing of the Animals – Thursday, October 1 at 5:30 PM, The Franciscan Center The Franciscan Center once again plays host to our Friars blessing the animals of our local community.Pets of all kinds and their owners will be blessed by the friars, from tiny hamsters to the mounted patrolHorses from our …
PARISHES AND ORGANIZATIONS The Silent Song World Premiere – September 24 at 7:00 PM Christ the King Catholic Church will host the world premiere of The Silent Song, a new short film telling the story of Florida Martyr Father Luis Cáncer. The film is a project of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Studios. The premiere will …
PARISHES AND ORGANIZATIONS The Silent Song World Premiere – September 24 at 7:00 PM Christ the King Catholic Church will host the world premiere of The Silent Song, a new short film telling the story of Florida Martyr Father Luis Cáncer. The film is a project of Our Lady of Mount Carmel Studios. The premiere will …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Marriage and Family Life OfficeSt Gianna Center Education Program in Natural Family Planning, Creighton Model St Gianna Center is looking for new FertilityCare Practitioners to teach the Creighton Model System (CrMS), a Natural Family Planning & Fertility Appreciation system. A 13-month program, the next class begins Saturday, November 7th at Most Holy Name of Jesus, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Spirit FM’s Hopesgiving Fundraiser: Hope Leads the Way|Every trail needs a guide. Every traveler needs hope. For 40 years, Spirit FM 90.5 has helped the Listening Family find their footing through God’s Word and uplifting music. Because of faithful partners, a light shines on the path for families across the Diocese of Saint Petersburg. All are invited to …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Healing Mass for Survivors of AbuseThe sixth annual Mass of Healing will be held for those who seek spiritual healing from abuse in all forms, including sexual, physical, or emotional, and for those who wish to pray for victims/survivors of abuse, their family, and friends. The Mass will be held on Saturday, September 5, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Healing Mass for Survivors of Abuse The sixth annual Mass of Healing will be held for those who seek spiritual healing from abuse in all forms, including sexual, physical, or emotional, and for those who wish to pray for victims/survivors of abuse, their family, and friends. The Mass will be held on Saturday, September …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Bible on the Beach Join Spirit FM for Bible on the Beach on Wednesday, August 5, from 5:00–7:00 p.m. at Sand Key Park in Clearwater. Celebrate Spirit FM’s 40th Anniversary with an evening of Scripture, small group discussion, Holy Mass celebrated by Fr. Israel “Izzie” Hernandez, Eucharistic Adoration, prayer, and fellowship along the …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Disaster ReliefIn the wake of the recent earthquakes in Venezuela, the Pastoral Center has received several inquiries regarding a special collection for those impacted by this unfortunate disaster. While a special collection for the earthquake victims is not being requested from our parishes, Bishop Parkes has approved a donation from our diocesan Disaster …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life MDS – Matrimony, Dialogue & SupportGive your marriage the gift of a blessed renewal! MDS is thrilled to host its next English-speaking retreat on July 17-19. The mission of MDS is to strengthen couples’ relationships through a weekend retreat and weekly gatherings, where couples share their experiences …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life MDS – Matrimony, Dialogue & Support Give your marriage the gift of a blessed renewal! MDS is thrilled to host its next English-speaking retreat on July 17-19. The mission of MDS is to strengthen couples’ relationships through a weekend retreat and weekly gatherings, where couples share their …
PARISHES/ORGANIZATIONS Vacation Bible School Corpus Christi Parish, 9715 N 56th St. Temple Terrace For June 1 – 5, 2026; 8:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. $30.00 per Child Come to the Table Come to the Table is a one-week Vacation Bible School (VBS) curriculum that explores five stories about Jesus from the Gospels of Luke and …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Worldwide Marriage Encounter Successful marriages don’t work on automatic pilot – at least not for long. Like a garden, they require constant attention: fertilizing, watering, and weeding. Healthy marriages, like gardens, don’t die suddenly. More often they fade away from a gradual lack of attentiveness, letting things …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Worldwide Marriage Encounter Successful marriages don’t work on automatic pilot – at least not for long. Like a garden, they require constant attention: fertilizing, watering, and weeding. Healthy marriages, like gardens, don’t die suddenly. More often they fade away from a gradual lack of attentiveness, letting things …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Misa Bilingüe de Sanación para los Sobrevivientes de Abuso (inglés/español) El viernes, 22 de mayo de 2026 se celebrará una Misa bilingüe de Sanación para sobrevivientes de abuso a las 6:30 PM. La misa tendrá lugar en la iglesia de St. Rita, 14404 14th Street, Dade City. El Padre Carlos Rojas, párroco, será …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Oficinas de Ambiente Seguro y Ministerios Interculturales Misa de Sanación para los Sobrevivientes de Abuso El viernes, 6 de mayo de 2026 se celebrará una Misa de Sanación en español para sobrevivientes de abuso a las 6:30 PM. La misa tendrá lugar en St. Rita Catholic Church, 14404 14th Street, Dade City. El …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Oficinas de Ambiente Seguro y Ministerios Interculturales Misa de Sanación para los Sobrevivientes de Abuso El viernes, 6 de mayo de 2026 se celebrará una Misa de Sanación en español para sobrevivientes de abuso a las 6:30 PM. La misa tendrá lugar en St. Rita Catholic Church, 14404 14th Street, Dade City. El …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Marian Congress 2026, “Mary, the Bridge to All Cultures” The Diocese of Saint Petersburg invites you to the 8th Annual Marian Congress on Saturday, May 16th, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle in St. Petersburg from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in holiness and deepen …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Divorce Minister Training & Formation If your parish has ever said, “”We want to help divorced Catholic…but we don’t know how”—this is your next step. Join us on April 25-26, 2026 for a 2-Day Catholic Divorce Ministry Training, Hosted by the Archdiocese of Galveston-Houston, on Zoom. Can’t attend …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Intercultural Ministries Marian Congress 2026, “Mary, the Bridge to All Cultures” The Diocese of Saint Petersburg invites you to the 8th Annual Marian Congress on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, 5815 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Don’t miss …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Intercultural Ministries Marian Congress 2026, “Mary, the Bridge to All Cultures” The Diocese of Saint Petersburg invites you to the 8th Annual Marian Congress on Saturday, May 16, 2026, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, 5815 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg. Don’t miss …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Miriam Dinner Inviting all single women in our Diocese between the ages of 18 and 35! The Miriam Dinner is an opportunity for women discerning religious life to come and learn more about what religious life is like while enjoying food and conversation with some religious sisters from around the Diocese. This is a …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Miriam Dinner Inviting all single women in our Diocese between the ages of 18 and 35! The Miriam Dinner is an opportunity for women discerning religious life to come and learn more about what religious life is like while enjoying food and conversation with some religious sisters from around the Diocese. This is a …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Ministries of Missionary Discipleship 2026 CRS Rice Bowl Local Grant Awardees The Office of Ministries of Missionary Discipleship is thrilled to announce the recipients of this year’s local CRS Rice Bowl grants. These grants of up to $1,000 are made possible by 25% of local CRS Rice Bowl contributions retained for …
PARISHES/ORGANIZATIONS Concert with Tony Melendez Award-winning vocalist and songwriter, Tony Melendez, visits St. Cecelia Catholic Church, 820 Jasmine Way, Clearwater, from February 27 through March 1, 2026. All are welcome to this free event! Free will offerings accepted. For more information please contact Kim P. at 727-447-3494 ext. 124. Promotional flyer at this link: https://shorturl.at/qwaRL. …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Together in Holiness Marriage ConferenceMarried and engaged couples are invited to the third annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 17512 Lakeshore Road, Lutz. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your relationship with your spouse …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Together in Holiness Marriage Conference Married and engaged couples are invited to the third annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 17512 Lakeshore Road, Lutz. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Together in Holiness Marriage Conference Married and engaged couples are invited to the third annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 14, 2026, from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM at St. Timothy Catholic Church, 17512 Lakeshore Road, Lutz. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life National Marriage Week Join in celebrating National Marriage Week, February 7 to 14, with World Marriage Sunday being celebrated on February 8th. National Marriage Week is a special time to reflect on the beautiful gift of the sacrament of matrimony. This year’s theme from the USCCB, Man and …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life National Marriage Week Join in celebrating National Marriage Week, February 7 to 14, with World Marriage Sunday being celebrated on February 8th. National Marriage Week is a special time to reflect on the beautiful gift of the sacrament of matrimony. This year’s theme from the USCCB, Man and …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Annual Red Mass Please join us at the Catholic Lawyers Guild’s Annual Red Mass Date: February 4, 2026, 5:15 PM, reception to follow. Location: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 509 N Florida Ave, Tampa. The Mass will be celebrated by the Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg. Attorneys will …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Oficinas de Ambiente Seguro y Ministerios Interculturales Misa de Sanación para los Sobrevivientes de Abuso El viernes, 6 de febrero de 2026 se celebrará una Misa de Sanación en español para sobrevivientes de abuso a las 7:00 PM. La misa tendrá lugar en Nativity Catholic Church, 705 E. Brandon Blvd., Brandon. El Padre …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend SPEND A WEEKEND EXPLORING a communication technique that could change your good marriage into a GREAT marriage. Apply today to attend the Worldwide Marriage Encounter Weekend Experience to be held at the Franciscan Center in Tampa, February 6-8, 2026. Learn about love that isn’t a chance, but a CHOICE—live your best …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Save the Date: World Youth Day Seoul 2027 Pilgrimage Save the date and start planning for the World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, Korea, from July 31 through August 9, 2027. Cost: $5,099 per person. Deposit is due January 15, 2026. For more information and to register, please visit this link: https://shorturl.at/PiOYI. Promotional flyer …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Save the Date: World Youth Day Seoul 2027 Pilgrimage Save the date and start planning for the World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, Korea, from July 31 through August 9, 2027. Cost: $5,099 per person. Deposit is due January 15, 2026. For more information and to register, please visit this link: https://shorturl.at/PiOYI. Promotional …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Catholic Days at the Capitol Catholic Days at the Capitol is scheduled for February 10-11, 2026. Each year during the Florida legislative session, Catholics from across the state gather in Tallahassee to bring the light of faith to the public square and live out Church teaching through civic engagement. United with the bishops, Catholic …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Disaster Relief Collection Bishop Parkes has asked that a special collection be taken in all parishes of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg on or before the weekend of December 6-7, 2025, for the support of those dioceses impacted by natural disasters, including those adversely affected by this year’s hurricanes. The Diocese of Saint …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Disaster Relief Collection Bishop Parkes has asked that a special collection be taken in all parishes of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg on or before the weekend of December 6-7, 2025, for the support of those dioceses impacted by natural disasters, including those adversely affected by this year’s hurricanes. The Diocese of Saint …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Intercultural Ministries Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Congress – Thanksgiving Festival 2025 Holy Martyrs of Vietnam Parish, 4000 43rd St. N., St. Petersburg, invites you to their Annual Thanksgiving Festival, celebrating 50 years of a journey of faith in the U.S. The festival will take place from November 21 to 23, 2025. …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Special Collection Catholic Campaign for Human Development collection The annual Catholic Campaign for Human Development collection will take place on the weekend of November 15-16, 2025 and will be held in all parishes throughout the Diocese. A brief explanation of the purpose and impact of the CCHD is included in the USCCB resource …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Annual White Mass The Annual White Mass for physicians, medical students, and other healthcare professionals in our Diocese will be held on Saturday, November 8, 2025. Bishop Gregory Parkes will preside at this 4:00 pm Vigil Mass in the Chapel of Christ the King Church, 821 S Dale Mabry Hwy., Tampa. Following the White Mass, there will be …
DIOCESAN OFFICES All Souls Day Mass at Calvary Cemetery Bishop Gregory Parkes will celebrate Mass for the Commemoration of the Faithful Departed (All Souls) on Sunday, November 2, 2025, at 10:00 a.m. at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 5233 118th Avenue North, Clearwater. All are invited to attend. Evening Prayer with the Conferral of the Saint Jude …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Evening Prayer with the Conferral of the Saint Jude the Apostle MedalsSunday, October 26, 2025, 3:00 p.m.Every year, the St. Jude the Apostle Medal is presented by our Bishop to a lay member or couple from each of our parishes for distinguished and outstanding service. Whether it is advocating for the life of …
DIOCESAN OFFICES 2026 Spirit FM Catholic Women’s Conference Christ the King Catholic Church – Tampa February 7th 2026 8:30 AM -3:00 PM Women from across the Diocese are invited to a day of faith, fellowship, and renewal at the Spirit FM Catholic Women’s Conference. The event includes Mass, inspiring speakers, uplifting music, and time for …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Sacramental Records from Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, TampaAs of July 1, 2025, Epiphany of Our Lord Parish, Tampa has been designated as Epiphany of Our Lord Shrine and is no longer a territorial parish. Given this change in designation, and in order to facilitate record keeping for the staff of the …
DIOCESAN OFFICES National Migration Week 2025, September 22–28, 2025 For 45 years, the Catholic Church in the United States has celebrated National Migration Week (NMW). This is an opportunity to reflect on our history as an immigrant Church and the ways in which our country has been enriched by generations of immigrants, including the many Catholics who …
DIOCESAN OFFICES From Office of Marriage and Family Life Virtual Conference: A Day of Hope & Healing – Summit 2025 Catholic in Recovery and iThirst invites you to Summit 2025, a national gathering that brings together a Catholic response to addiction. The summit will feature inspiring speakers, powerful testimonies, breakout sessions, prayer, fellowship, and the …
DIOCESAN OFFICES 2026 Spirit FM Catholic Women’s Conference Women from across the Diocese are invited to a day of faith, fellowship, and renewal at the Spirit FM Catholic Women’s Conference. The event includes Mass, inspiring speakers, uplifting music, and time for prayer and reflection. Vendors and ministries will also be present. Breakfast and lunch will …
DIOCESAN OFFICES 2026 Spirit FM Catholic Women’s ConferenceWomen from across the Diocese are invited to a day of faith, fellowship, and renewal at the Spirit FM Catholic Women’s Conference. The event includes Mass, inspiring speakers, uplifting music, and time for prayer and reflection. Vendors and ministries will also be present. Breakfast and lunch will …
DIOCESAN OFFICES An Invitation from the Office of the Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute Ask yourself: Could God be calling me to be a Lay Ecclesial Minister in His Church? For anyone interested in attending the LPMI Year of Discernment, the registration form and program information can be found on the LPMI web site at: https://www.dosp.org/lpmi/year-of-discernment/ …
DIOCESAN OFFICES SEPARA LA FECHA: Misa Hispana Diocesana Anual Estás 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 …
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. …
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, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Gulf Coast Catholic Magazine Reader Appeal Your support for the Gulf Coast Catholic Magazine Reader Appeal makes a difference! Delivered to registered households four times a year, our magazine is a crucial ministry that empowers us to answer the call to missionary discipleship. Help us reach our $100,000 goal together! Your contributions help …