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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.
- A Statement on the Passing of Bishop Frank J. Dewaneby Bishop Gregory Parkes on October 7, 2026 at 12:00 pm
Today I received the sad news of the passing of my fellow bishop, Bishop Frank J. Dewane, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Venice.
- Witness at Work: Behind the Mission with Monsignor Mike Muhrby Allison Munden on October 7, 2026
Known affectionately as “Father Mike,” Monsignor Muhr serves the Diocese of Saint Petersburg as the Director of Ministry to Priests. Today, he describes his important ministry as being “a priest for priests.”
- Sharing Christ through Media: Beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen Part 1by Brittany DeHaan on October 7, 2026
Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen was beatified on September 24, 2026. In part one of this two-part series, Brittany DeHaan shares about her experience attending.
- Priest Awarded for Distinguished Priestly Serviceby Staff Report on October 7, 2026
Since 1998, the Diocese of Saint Petersburg has honored one priest annually to receive the Father Luis de Cancer Award for exemplifying selfless and dedicated service to the people of God.
News from the Vatican
All the latest news about the Holy Father, the Vatican, and the Church.
- Pope: Posing questions is ‘essential’ part of the journey of faithon October 8, 2026 at 5:36 pm
Pope Leo XIV presides over Mass for the opening of the Pontifical Universities’ academic year, reminding students and professors to seek […]
- Holy See at UN: Moratorium on executions must pave the way for abolitionon October 8, 2026 at 1:41 pm
Archbishop Christophe Z. El-Kassis addresses the UN General Assembly on the protection of human rights, calling for the abolition of the […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Deacon Stephen F. Sablone
The Diaconate Office received word that Deacon Stephen F. Sablone, 79, a retired deacon of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, passed away in the Lord…
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Announcements ~ September 30, 2024
DIOCESAN OFFICES Vote No on Amendment 4 Information Sessions Amendment 4 is deceptive! Amendment 4 is extreme! “We urge all Floridians of goodwill to stand…
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Sr. Pam Nolan, CSC
The Chancellor’s Office received the news that Sr. Pam Nolan, CSC, 69, retired, long-time Catholic Charities employee, passed away on Thursday, September 27, 2024. Sr.…
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Reverend Michael J. Arkins, S.S.S.
The Chancellor’s Office received the news of the passing of Reverend Michael J. Arkins, S.S.S., 79, on September 27, 2024 at Hillcrest Hospital after a…
USCCB News
National and world news from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- Fostering critical thinking at Catholic universities can counter ‘false teachers,’ pope says
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 8, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Pursuing a higher education that values human intelligence can help counter the many “false teachers” exploiting people’s deep yearning for truth, faith […]
- Faithful cannot accept oppression, injustice, pope says
by PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 7, 2026 at 8:30 amVATICAN CITY (CNS) — Christians “cannot accept the oppression of the weak and the poor, nor the unjust structures that perpetuate conditions of dependence and injustice,” […]
- U.S. Bishops to Vote for Conference Secretary and for Chairmen of Six Standing Committees at Plenary Assembly in Baltimoreby PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 7, 2026 at 8:30 am
WASHINGTON – When the U.S. bishops gather in November for their Fall Plenary Assembly (November 16-19), they will vote for a Conference secretary, as well as chairmen for […]
- Pope Leo XIV Accepts Resignation of Auxiliary Bishop Peter Byrneby PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 5, 2026 at 8:30 am
WASHINGTON – Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of the Most Reverend Peter J. Byrne, 75, from the Office of Auxiliary Bishop of New York.The resignation was publicized […]