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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.
- The Lakota Foundation: A Lasting Legacy in Catholic Educationby Allison Munden on September 30, 2026 at 12:00 pm
For Peter and Karen Brine, Catholic education is more than something they experienced as students. It is something they believe should remain an opportunity for others.
- All Invited to Celebrate Hispanic Cultureby Brittany DeHaan on September 30, 2026
All are invited to attend the Diocesan Hispanic Mass on October 10, 2026, at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle.
- Retirement Reflections: Continuing the Missionby Lisa Mobley on September 30, 2026
“Since I like to write, I imagined myself flipping the page to see the title of the next chapter, only to discover a blank page waiting for me: A chapter I’ll have to write myself.”
- Local Priest, Father Tim Sherwood Releases Fourth Bookby Allison Munden | Father Tim Sherwood on September 30, 2026
Father Tim Sherwood, pastor of St. Luke the Evangelist Parish in Palm Harbor, recently published his fourth book, Blessed Are the Eyes That See: The Way of Beauty in Catholic Spirituality.
News from the Vatican
All the latest news about the Holy Father, the Vatican, and the Church.
- Pope on Amoris laetitia: What Church do people meet when most fragile?on October 7, 2026 at 3:00 pm
Pope Leo XIV encourages Bishops from around the world to share what has emerged in their Churches over the ten years since the publication […]
- Pope for Mission Sunday: Evangelisation is always a work of loveon October 7, 2026 at 11:00 am
In a video message for the 100th World Mission Sunday, Pope Leo XIV thanks the faithful for their prayers and support, recalling how they […]
Pastoral Bulletin
All the latest news for parishes, schools, and ministries in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
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Clergy Changes ~ June 22, 2026
Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of Saint Petersburg, announces the following clergy changes, effective July 1, 2026 unless otherwise noted: APPOINTMENTS Reverend Jali Marivalan Asirvatham…
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Ms. Heather Suzette Hillis ~ Update
We recently learned that Ms. Heather Suzette Hillis, 52, mother of Mr. Geovanny Hillis, Media Creator for the Ministry Advancement Office and Producer at Spirit…
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Teens Across Tampa Bay Participate in Summer Immersion Program Through Service and Faith
WHO: 240 high school students from across the Tampa Bay area, accompanied by 60 adult chaperones and 26 college student volunteers WHAT: Participating in the…
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Catholic Bishops from Across the Nation to Meet in Orlando June 10-12
Who: 273 active Catholic bishops from across the United States, including our local bishop of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, Bishop Gregory Parkes. What: The…
USCCB News
National and world news from the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
- 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 […]
- Federal Scholarship Tax Credit is a Transformative Opportunity for Children Across the Country, says Bishop O’Connellby PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE on October 2, 2026 at 8:30 am
WASHINGTON – Yesterday, the U.S. Department of the Treasury released proposed regulations to implement the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit (FSTC), which provides a […]