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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.
- Lampedusa: Symbols of hope mark Pope Leo XIV’s visiton July 3, 2026 at 5:10 pm
As Pope Leo XIV prepares to travel to the southern Italian island of Lampedusa, a series of poignant and deeply symbolic events and […]
- Pope Leo XIV awarded Liberty Medal: ‘God bless America’on July 3, 2026 at 4:00 pm
Accepting the prestigious Liberty Medal from the U.S. National Constitution Center for his lifelong commitment to promoting religious […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Tampa Bay Times Writes About African Catholic Ministry
On Sunday, November 17, 2019, an article about the Diocese of St. Petersburg African Catholic Ministry and local observances for National Black Catholic History Month…
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At Annual Fall Assembly in Baltimore, U.S. Bishops Approve Action Items on Their Agenda
The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) meeting this week for their Fall General Assembly in Baltimore have voted on nine action items. The bishops…
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Advent Discernment Retreat – December 21, 2019
How does one become a Father? Unmarried men of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, between the ages of 15-35, are invited to a one day…
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Tampa Women Steps Outside Her Comfort Zone to Live the Gospel Courageously
After many years away from the Church, Angie Ducker returned to the faith renewed and eager to be a more faithful, dedicated follower of Jesus.…
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 […]
- Why the SSPX dispute was never really about the Latin Massby PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on July 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
- 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 Statesby PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on July 3, 2026 at 8:30 am
WASHINGTON – 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 […]