Welcome to our new Diocese of St. Petersburg Parish Content Webpage. The Office of Communications has created this page for parishes in the Diocese of St. Petersburg to find free and shareable content that helps to evangelize, inspire, and unite our community. Parishes of the Diocese of St. Petersburg have our approval to share any of the materials listed below on their website, social media, bulletin, and other parish communication channels. Parishes are also asked to provide appropriate credit when indicated. If you have questions about any materials found on this page, please contact Keishla Espinal at kespinal@dosp.org. (Please note: Local photos of your parish and parishioners typically obtain the most engagement on a parish social media account and other parish communication channels. However, this content can also support your efforts.)
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Congratulations Bishop Parkes!
Bishop Gregory Parkes was recognized by the Catholic Media Association as having an outstanding Facebook presence. He received an award in the Category of “Best Facebook Account by a Diocesan Bishop” and he ranked second place nationally. The award was announced online during the Catholic Media Conference on June 9, 2023, in Baltimore. Be sure to follow @BishopParkes on Facebook, Instagram, and Twitter.
Pope’s Prayer Intention for July: a Eucharistic Life
We pray that Catholics may place the celebration of the Eucharist at the heart of their lives, transforming human relationships in a very deep way and opening to the encounter with God and all their brothers and sisters.
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July 1 | St. Junípero Serra
Today we celebrate the memorial of St. Junípero Serra, who was canonized by Pope Francis in 2015. St. Junípero had a motto which inspired his life and work,: “¡Siempre adelante! Keep moving forward!” Like him, may we be able to say: “Forward! Let’s keep moving forward!” St. Junípero Serra, pray for us! ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageoussaints
July 3 | St. Thomas the Apostle
Today we celebrate the feast day of Saint Thomas the Apostle. “Jesus said to Thomas, ‘Put your finger here and see my hands, and bring your hand and put it into my side, and do not be unbelieving, but believe.’ Thomas answered and said to him, ‘My Lord and my God!’” (John 20: 26-28) St. Thomas the Apostle, pray for us. ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageouslysaints
July 4 | Independence Day
Happy Independence Day! May God bless America!
July 6 | St. Maria Goretti
Today is the Memorial of Saint Maria Goretti, virgin and martyr. Let today be a reminder to courageously stand for what we believe in like she did. St. Maria Goretti, pray for us! ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageoussaints
July 11 | St. Benedict
Today is the Memorial of St. Benedict. Let today be a reminder to trust in the work of God. St. Benedict, pray for us! ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageoussaints
July 14 | St. Kateri Tekakwitha
Today is the Memorial of Saint Kateri Tekakwitha. Let her memorial be a reminder that God has a plan your life. St. Kateri Tekakwitha, pray for us! ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageoussaints
July 18 | St. Camillus De Lellis
St. Camillus De Lellis dedicated his life to taking care of the sick. Let us always show compassion for our brothers and sisters who are suffering from physical and mental illnesses. St. Camillus de Lellis, patron saint of hospitals, nurses, and the sick, pray for us! ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageoussaints
July 22 | St. Mary Magdalene
Today is the Feast day of Saint Mary Magdalene. She is a holy example of God’s grace and mercy. Saint Mary Magdalene patron saint of women, converts and penitent sinners, pray for us! ✝️
#courageouslyliving #courageoussaints
July 23 | Natural Family Planning Awareness Week
It’s Natural Family Planning Awareness Week! Learn more about the Church’s teachings on marriage and how we celebrate God’s plan for married love here: https://www.usccb.org/topics/natural-family-planning/church-teaching
Other Content
Catholic Ministry Appeal
Click here to find materials have been designed to assist parishes in promoting, educating and spreading the word about the 2023 Catholic Ministry Appeal. Throughout the year, more resources will be added, updated and shared with parishes.
National Eucharistic Revival
Click here to find photos, graphics and logos to promote the National Eucharistic Revival, an initiative of the bishops of the United States to renew our devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist.
Pastoral Bulletin
Click here to find announcements, graphics and information from our diocesan ministries and our parishes, schools and diocesan entities.
Articles
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