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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.
- Excommunication decreed for Lefebvrite 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 episcopal […]
- Lefebvre’s schism repeated 38 years lateron July 2, 2026 at 7:00 am
The Priestly Society of Saint Pius X once again separates itself from Rome through illicit episcopal consecrations carried out against the […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Obituaries ~ January 7, 2019
Let us keep the souls and the families of the faithful departed in our prayers: Deacon Robert “Bob” Simpson Deacom Simpson passed away on…
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2019 National Migration Week is Jan. 6-12
“We must never forget, however, that migrants, rather than simply being a statistic, are first of all persons who have faces, names and individual stories.” –…
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Winter Concert Series begins at Saint Mary Our Lady of Grace Parish
Now in its ninth season, the 2019 WINTER CONCERT SERIES at Saint Mary, Our Lady of Grace Catholic Church in Saint Petersburg will begin on…
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Celebración Diocesana de Nuestra Señora de la Altagracia
Te invitamos a la celebración diocesana de la Bienaventurada Virgen María de Altagracia el domingo 20 de enero. Ven y participa en la Misa en…
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 […]