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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.
- ‘Sisters in sorrow’ offer a testimony of friendship and hope at Rimini Meetingon August 21, 2026 at 3:28 pm
The Rimini Meeting opens with a powerful testimony of friendship and hope from the sister of murdered priest Jacques Hamel and the mother […]
- Nominations open for 2027 Zayed Award for Human Fraternityon August 21, 2026 at 10:57 am
Nominations for the 2027 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity remain open until October 1, 2026, to honour individuals and organizations […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Catholic Schools and Early Childhood Centers to Remain Closed through Friday, October 11th
UPDATE FROM THE OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
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Bishop Gregory Parkes Prays for All in the Storm’s Path
CLICK HERE TO VIEW VIDEO. UPDATE FROM THE OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
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Diocese of St. Petersburg to Close Catholic Schools and Early Childhood Centers Due to Hurricane Milton
SCHOOL UPDATE PASTORAL CENTER / PARISHES UPDATE CATHOLIC CHARITIES UPDATE Everyone is urged to monitor updates from county and state emergency management officials and follow…
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Getting Ready to Welcome Hurricane Impacted Students in St. Petersburg
Conference Room to Become a Classroom for Hurricane Impacted Students in St. Petersburg The effort to relocate hundreds of students in only one week since…
USCCB News
National and world news from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- As postwar order frays, Pope Leo articulates a vision for peace through human dignity
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on August 21, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — As wars multiply and the post-World War II international order comes under increasing strain, Pope Leo XIV has spent the opening months of his […]
- 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 […]