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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.
- Eight New Seminarians Join the Diocese of Saint Petersburgby Father Xavy Castro on August 19, 2026 at 12:00 pm
With great joy, we share that eight new men have sought a greater understanding of the Lord’s call in their lives as they enter seminary this year discerning the call to the priesthood.
- Witness at Work: Behind the Mission with Ana Jahueyby Allison Munden on August 19, 2026
“As Coordinator of Hispanic Ministry, my role impacts our Diocese because we are called to be bridges and to walk together as one community that encounters Christ and Courageously Lives the Gospel within our unique traditions.”
- Bible on the Beach Provided Unique Opportunity for Prayerby Brittany DeHaan on August 19, 2026
On August 5, 2026, more than 250 people from across the Tampa Bay area gathered for Bible on the Beach at Sand Key Park in Clearwater.
- Preparing Your Estate Plan: An Act of Love and Faithby Dr. Maggie Keenan on August 5, 2026
August is National Make a Will Month and brings to mind the importance of getting your affairs in order.
News from the Vatican
All the latest news about the Holy Father, the Vatican, and the Church.
- Meet Poland’s first martyr of Communismon August 19, 2026 at 2:33 pm
Addressing the Polish people gathered at the General Audience, Pope Leo recalls the figure of Blessed Father Władysław Findysz, the first […]
- Pope Leo prays for Polish pilgrims killed in bus accident in Hungaryon August 19, 2026 at 1:43 pm
Pope Leo XIV sends a telegram of condolence to Polish pilgrims involved in a car accident in Hungary, and assures the families of those who […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Reverend Raymond Lettre
The Chancellor’s Office recently learned that Reverend Raymond Arthur Lettre, 95, a retired priest of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, passed away in the Lord…
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Mrs. Elizabeth Z. Weria Kiwale
The Chancellor’s Office received word that Mrs. Elizabeth Zacharia Weria Kiwale, 102, passed away in the Lord earlier today, August 28, 2025, in her home…
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Announcements ~ September 2, 2025
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…
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Bishop Gregory Parkes Will Celebrate Mass for the Solemnity of the Dedication of the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle
WHEN: Friday, September 12, 2025, 11:00 a.m. – 12 noon WHERE: Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle, 600 58th Street North, St. Petersburg WHAT: Mass…
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 […]