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Gulf Coast Catholic
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.
- Marriage is a witness of hope in the worldby By Rachel Bulman on July 1, 2026 at 12:00 pm
This article explores how embracing the daily sacrifices and authentic joy of marriage transforms it into a sacred vocation.
- Nearly $3 Million State Investment Strengthens Saint Leo Communityby Audra Butler | Saint Leo University on July 1, 2026
A nearly $3 million investment from the state of Florida will strengthen the small Pasco County community of Saint Leo by expanding workforce education programs at Saint Leo University and supporting infrastructure improvements in the Town of St. Leo.
- A winning strategy for sharing faithby By Pete Burak on July 1, 2026
This article challenges us to embrace the "Win, Build, Send" model of discipleship.
- St. Sharbel Makhlūfby By Rachel Espinoza, Senior Editor, FAITH Catholic on July 1, 2026
St. Sharbel Makhlūf was a devout 19th-century Lebanese Maronite monk and hermit.
News from the Vatican
All the latest news about the Holy Father, the Vatican, and the Church.
- Pope Leo XIV greets crowds upon arrival at Castel Gandolfoon July 5, 2026 at 5:56 pm
Arriving in Castel Gandolfo, just southeast of Rome, Pope Leo XIV briefly appeared at the balcony of the Apostolic Palace to greet the […]
- Pope: Only God’s mercy can fill hearts with genuine solidarityon July 5, 2026 at 4:00 pm
In a letter to the Bishop of Lodi, Italy, signed by Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin on the occasion of the 27th Columbanus Day, […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Saint Leo University’s ‘Courageous Conversations’ to Examine Social Justice Issues – in Fall 2020 and Spring 2021
Saint Leo University will present a six-part series, Courageous Conversations, examining social justice issues. This free, virtual discussion will look at topics included in Bryan…
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FDA Approves Ethical Polio Vaccines
The FDA recently approved Sanofi Pasteur’s request to switch from using an aborted fetal cell line (MRC-5) to using an ethical animal cell line to…
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Official Communication Channels
To help our diocesan family of clergy, religious, staff, parishioners and the entire community stay up-to-date with news and information about our bishop, our faith…
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34th Annual Culture of Life Conference, Conception to Natural Death – October 24, 2020
The annual Florida Culture of Life Conference, formerly known as the state Respect Life Conference, will be hosted by the Diocese of Palm Beach on…
USCCB News
National and world news from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- Why the SSPX dispute was never really about the Latin Mass
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on July 3, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — The Vatican declared July 2 that the six bishops involved in the Society of St. Pius X’s unauthorized episcopal consecrations had incurred automatic […]
- Pope Leo XIV Sends Letter to the American People Marking the 250th Anniversary of the Founding of the United States
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on July 3, 2026 at 8:30 amWASHINGTON – Marking the occasion of the 250th anniversary of the founding of the United States of America, Pope Leo XIV has addressed a letter to the American people. The […]
- Cardinals describe candid discussions on war, synodality at Pope Leo’s consistory
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on July 1, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV’s second consistory gave cardinals from around the world an opportunity to candidly discuss issues ranging from synodality and artificial […]
- ‘Good shepherds’ are called to seek lost sheep, US archbishops receiving pallium say
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on July 1, 2026 at 8:30 amROME (CNS) — Pope Leo XIV’s call for unity in diversity extends beyond greater communion within the Catholic Church and includes one’s wider community, some newly appointed […]