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The online magazine of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, serving Tampa Bay, the Suncoast, and the Nature Coast. Sharing positive and relevant articles that help you live your best Catholic life.
- Preparing Your Estate Plan: An Act of Love and Faithby Dr. Maggie Keenan on August 5, 2026 at 12:00 pm
August is National Make a Will Month and brings to mind the importance of getting your affairs in order.
- Witness at Work: Behind the Mission with Allison Mundenby Staff Report on August 5, 2026
Munden sees a clear connection between her childhood experiences with her professional career today. What started as reading Scripture at Sunday Mass has grown into a vocation focused on communicating the mission of the Church.
- Faith in Motion: How a Journey Through Spain Strengthened my Faith and Teamworkby Liam Gallagher | Tampa Catholic High School ’27 on August 5, 2026
- New Grant Supports Safety and Security at Our Lady of Good Counsel Campby Brittany DeHaan on August 5, 2026
The Diocese of Saint Petersburg has been awarded $950,000 in the State of Florida budget, allowing for enhancements to the safety and security of Our Lady of Good Counsel Camp in Floral City.
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All the latest news about the Holy Father, the Vatican, and the Church.
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All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Reverend Kevin E. Mackin, O.F.M.
The Chancellor’s Office received word that Reverend Kevin Mackin, O.F.M., 87, a retired priest of the Franciscan Order of Friars Minor, passed away in the…
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Reverend Steve Pujdak, S.C.J.
The Chancellor’s Office received word of the passing of Reverend Steve Pujdak, 82, on Wednesday, November 12, in Dunedin. Father Pujdak was residing at the…
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Local Priest Podcaster Can Share Tips for a Happy Thanksgiving
He recently earned global recognition from Listen Notes. In a remarkable blend of faith and modern media, Father Mike Muhr, a Catholic priest based in…
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St. Petersburg Catholic High School Football Celebrates Historic Undefeated Season
This year they also achieved their first District Championship in 20 years. The St. Petersburg Catholic High School (SPCHS) Barons have made history, completing a perfect…
USCCB News
National and world news from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- Sacred music must be ‘dignified,’ reflecting the mystery being celebrated, pope says
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on August 19, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the celebration, which means it is much more than something […]
- U.S. Bishops’ Initiative to Inform Communities on the Danger of Abortion Pills Includes Prayer, Education, and Advocacy
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on August 18, 2026 at 8:30 amWASHINGTON – The U.S Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a focused effort of prayer and action to stop […]
- Pope Leo says Sunday is ‘foundation and kernel’ of liturgical yearby PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on August 12, 2026 at 8:30 am
VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics to gather in person for Sunday Mass and called for working conditions that allow people to attend, saying Sunday is “the […]
- Pope encourages Catholics to deepen prayer through Liturgy of the Hours
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on August 5, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Returning to his weekly general audiences after a monthlong summer break, Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics to embrace the Liturgy of the Hours more fully in […]