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 …
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 …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Pastoral Plan and Mercy Challenge News and UpdatesEffective communication is essential to the success of our initiative to spread hope through mercy. This week, we focus on developing your communications strategy — a vital step in ensuring your message reaches and resonates with those you hope to engage. Bookmark our webpage for news and …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Wait List in Place for the 2025 Eucharistic EncounterThe 2025 Eucharistic Encounter, is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Amalie Arena, in Tampa. We have now reached capacity with more than 12,000 reserving seats for this free event, featuring Mass, Adoration, and an inspiring line-up of nationally recognized speakers and musicians, all …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Wait List in Place for the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter The 2025 Eucharistic Encounter, is scheduled for Saturday, September 20, 2025, at Amalie Arena, in Tampa. We have now reached capacity with more than 12,000 reserving seats for this free event, featuring Mass, Adoration, and an inspiring line-up of nationally recognized speakers and musicians, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Pastoral Plan and Mercy Challenge News and UpdatesPlanning a successful campaign begins with a clear understanding of your goals, audience, and message. Whether you’re organizing a mercy event or preparing formation materials, thoughtful planning ensures your efforts are meaningful and well-coordinated. As we continue our journey to share hope through mercy, this week we’re …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Pastoral Plan and Mercy Challenge News and UpdatesThank you for your enthusiastic response to the Mercy Challenge. We have now reached over 194,000 acts of mercy. What a blessing! This week, we continue to pray for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis, and look for ways to start small and build momentum. We also …
DIOCESAN OFFICES We are approaching “sold out” for the Encounter – RSVP for the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter today!More than 10,000 seats have now been reserved for the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter on Saturday, September 20th at Amelie Arena in Tampa. This free event will feature Mass, Adoration, and an inspiring line-up including: Fr. Mike Schmitz, Bishop David Toups, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES We are approaching “sold out” for the Encounter – RSVP for the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter today! More than 10,000 seats have now been reserved for the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter on Saturday, September 20th at Amelie Arena in Tampa. This free event will feature Mass, Adoration, and an inspiring line-up including: Fr. Mike Schmitz, Bishop David …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Easter Letter from Bishop Gregory Parkes Bishop Parkes is sharing a letter with an Easter message for the Catholic community on “Five Ways to Celebrate Easter.” Please consider publishing this in your parish bulletins on April 13th or April 20th. The letter is available in English and Spanish. Don’t Miss Out – RSVP …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Easter Letter from Bishop Gregory Parkes Bishop Parkes is sharing a letter with an Easter message for the Catholic community on “Five Ways to Celebrate Easter.” Please consider publishing this in your parish bulletins on April 13th or April 20th. The letter is available in English and Spanish. Marian Congress 2025, Journeying in Hope …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Reservations needed – RSVP for the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter today! You are invited to encounter the Eucharist and experience the hope at the 2025 Eucharistic Encounter on Saturday, September 20th at Amalie Arena in Tampa! Don’t miss this free event featuring Mass, Adoration, and an inspiring line-up of nationally recognized speakers and musicians, all …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Encounter Tampa Bay His Eminence Christophe Cardinal Pierre, Apostolic Nuncio to the U.S., will be the guest moderator for the upcoming Encounter Tampa Bay event, to be held on Friday, March 28, 2025, 7:00-9:00 p.m. at St. Petersburg Catholic High School. The topic of the event is “Hope in the Midst of Suffering.” …
DIOCESAN OFFICES 2025 Eucharistic Encounter: Reserve your seat today! This Jubilee Year, discover the reason for our hope as 16,000 believers gather for a powerful day of faith, worship, and transformation. The 2025 Eucharistic Encounter is set to ignite hearts on Saturday, September 20th, at Amalie Arena in Tampa, Florida with dynamic speakers, Spirit-filled musicians, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Social Media Alert Someone is impersonating Bishop Gregory Parkes on Facebook. Please be sure you are following the REAL Bishop Gregory Parkes accounts on Facebook and Instagram. Stay vigilant! Here are the REAL and OFFICIAL accounts for Bishop Gregory Parkes: www.facebook.com/bishopparkes and www.instagram.com/bishopparkes. Bishop Parkes will never send you a friend request, send you …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Social Media Alert Someone is impersonating Bishop Gregory Parkes on Facebook. Please be sure you are following the REAL Bishop Gregory Parkes accounts on Facebook and Instagram. Stay vigilant! Here are the REAL and OFFICIAL accounts for Bishop Gregory Parkes: www.facebook.com/bishopparkes and www.instagram.com/bishopparkes. Bishop Parkes will never send you a friend request, send you …
DIOCESAN OFFICES 2024~25 CRS Rice Bowl Mini-Grant Recipients The Office of Life, Justice, and Advocacy is pleased to announce the 2024-25 Diocesan CRS Rice Bowl Mini Grant recipients. These grants of up to $1,000 are made possible by 25% of local CRS Rice Bowl contributions retained for diocesan use, over $90,000 has been distributed to …
DIOCESAN OFFICES 2024/25 CRS Rice Bowl Mini-Grant Recipients The Office of Life, Justice, and Advocacy is pleased to announce the 2024/25 Diocesan CRS Rice Bowl Mini Grant recipients. These grants of up to $1,000 are made possible by 25% of local CRS Rice Bowl contributions retained for diocesan use, over $90,000 has been distributed to outreach ministries in the Diocese …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life Together in Holiness Marriage ConferenceMarried and engaged couples are invited to the second annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 8, 2025, from 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., at St. Paul Catholic Church, 12708 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your relationship …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Zoom Support Group for Family, Relatives, and Friends of Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse Most often family members, relatives and friends do not have anyone to talk with about their loved one’s abuse. The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, is offering a Zoom Support Group, on the second Monday of each month, …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Zoom Support Group for Family, Relatives, and Friends of Victims of Clergy Sexual AbuseMost often family members, relatives and friends do not have anyone to talk with about their loved one’s abuse. The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, is offering a Zoom Support Group, on the second Monday of each month, from …
DIOCESAN OFFICES March for Life and Youth Rally The Office of Youth and Young Adult Ministry is leading the Tampa Bay March for Life/Youth Rally on February 1, 2025 at 9:00 AM. The march will begin at Sacred Heart Catholic Church (509 N Florida Ave, Tampa, FL 33602) and end at Perry Harvey Sr. Park (1000 …
DIOCESAN OFFICES A New Jubilee Year Webpage is Launched for the Diocese of Saint PetersburgTo help local Catholics plan for and participate in the Jubilee Year of Hope, information has been posted to the Diocese of Saint Petersburg website. Visit dosp.org/jubilee2025 to read about the exciting opportunities that will be offered this year for our …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Celebrate the Start of the Jubilee Year of Hope on Sunday, January 5, 2025The year 2025 will be a Jubilee Year in the Catholic Church with the theme of hope. Bishop Gregory Parkes will celebrate the Opening Mass of the Jubilee on Sunday, January 5th, 2025, at 11:30 a.m., at the Cathedral of …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Marriage and Family Life Annual Marriage Jubilee MassThe Marriage Jubilee Mass of Thanksgiving will take place at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, 5815 5th Ave. N., St. Petersburg, on Sunday, February 9, 2025 at 3:00 PM. This event honors couples throughout the diocese who will celebrate their 25th or 50th anniversary …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Marriage and Family Life Together in Holiness Marriage ConferenceMarried and engaged couples are invited to the second annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 8, 2025 from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa, FL. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your relationship with your spouse and discover God’s plan for …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Marriage and Family Life Together in Holiness Marriage Conference Married and engaged couples are invited to the second annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 8, 2025 from 8:30 am – 3:30 pm at St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa, FL. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your relationship with your …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Spirit FM 90.5 Thrill of Hope FundraiserSpirit FM’s Thrill of Hope fundraising celebration is December 3-6. The holiday season is a great reminder that Jesus came to bring freedom. Families tune into Spirit FM 90.5 to find encouragement and hope, with the right song at just the right time. A reoccurring gift of …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Retirement Fund for Religious Collection December 7-8, 2024 Donations to this collection, will provide for the essential care, medicine, and daily needs of senior sisters, brothers, and religious order priests who have served for decades—usually for little to no pay. Show your appreciation by supporting those who have given a lifetime. Donate to …
DIOCESAN OFFICES Religious Jubilee Mass The celebration of this year’s Religious Jubilee Mass will take place on Saturday, November 16, 2024, 11:00 a.m., at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, 5815 5th Avenue N., St. Petersburg, with a reception following the Mass. Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, will be the main …