DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life MDS – Matrimony, Dialogue & SupportGive your marriage the gift of a blessed renewal! MDS is thrilled to host its next English-speaking retreat on July 17-19. The mission of MDS is to strengthen couples’ relationships through a weekend retreat and weekly gatherings, where couples share their experiences …

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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 [Diocese of Sivagangai, India] to Parochial Vicar of St. Scholastica Parish, Lecanto, with part-time assistance to Our Lady of Grace Parish, Beverly Hills. Reverend William Santhouse, from Parochial Vicar of …

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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 FM 90.5, unexpectedly passed away on Thursday, June 4, 2026, in Tampa.  Ms. Hillis was a member of St. Paul Parish, in Tampa.  Funeral arrangements will be announced at a …

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The Chancellor’s Office has just learned of the unexpected passing of Mr. Leoncio Vasquez, father of Reverend Amaro Vasquez Ortiz, Parochial Vicar of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Clearwater, on Friday, May 29, 2026, in Peru. No additional details have been provided but will be shared once they are available. Please keep Father Amaro and …

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The Diaconate Office informed that Deacon Dominic (Dom) Friscia, 88, passed away on Thursday evening, May 28, 2026. Deacon Friscia was retired from Espiritu Santo Parish, Safety Harbor.  He was a resident of Clearwater, along with his wife, Victoria (Vicky).  The Friscias have been long-time members of Espiritu Santo Parish, where Deacon Dom served since …

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