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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.
- The Documents of Vatican II by By Doug Culp on July 1, 2026
To better understand the teachings of the Second Vatican Council, this series will break down its 16 documents into a clear hierarchy of constitutions, decrees, and declarations.
- 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 meets with the President of the Republic of Colombiaon July 2, 2026 at 9:49 am
Pope Leo XIV receives the President of the Republic of Colombia, Mr. Gustavo Petro Urrego, in the Vatican on Thursday. […]
- Excommunication decreed for Lefebvrian episcopal ordinationson July 2, 2026 at 7:00 am
A document signed by Cardinal Víctor Manuel Fernández, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith, defines the rite […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Bishop Parkes Blesses Newly Expanded Christ the King Parish
After nine months of construction, the expanded Christ the King Catholic Church reopened its doors the weekend of January 19 & 20. The parish of…
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Saint Leo University Earns U.S. News Honors for Online Bachelor’s Programs
Saint Leo University was named as providing two of the best online programs in the United States, according to the 2019 U.S. News & World Report’s Best…
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Catholic Days at the Capitol
March 26-27, 2019 Make the Trip to the Capitol and Make a Difference. I hope that you will consider joining us in Tallahassee to participate…
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Creating on the margins
Each year, the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops offers a Creating on the Margins contest to help schools and parishes engage youth in learning about…
USCCB News
National and world news from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- 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 […]
- Archbishops are called to build unity in diversity, serve the truth in charity, pope says
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on June 29, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — With bishops leading the way, every Christian should help build unity in the Church and the world by putting Christ at the center and drawing others […]
- We Cannot Turn a Blind Eye to Injustice, Says Bishop Cahill
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on June 26, 2026 at 8:30 amWASHINGTON – This week, the Trump Administration ultimately prevailed in a court challenge to its decision to end temporary protected status (TPS) for Haiti and Syria. Bishop […]