DIOCESAN OFFICES Spirit FM’s Hopesgiving Fundraiser: Hope Leads the Way|Every trail needs a guide. Every traveler needs hope. For 40 years, Spirit FM 90.5 has helped the Listening Family find their footing through God’s Word and uplifting music.  Because of faithful partners, a light shines on the path for families across the Diocese of  Saint Petersburg. All are invited to …

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The Chancellor’s Office received word that Monsignor James “Aiden” Foynes, 90, a retired priest of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, passed away in the Lord on Thursday afternoon, August 20, 2026, at Mease Countryside Hospital, Clearwater, following a recent decline in health, which occurred briefly after his return from a trip to his native Ireland, …

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The Chancellor’s Office recently learned of the sudden passing of Mr. Timothy Carter, 46, nephew of Reverend Michael Smith, Pastor of Nativity Parish, Brandon, on Tuesday, August 4, 2026, in Clearwater. Mr. Carter’s surviving family members include his parents Melody and Bill Carter, his sister Madison Carter, his daughter Elizabeth Carter, his uncle Father Smith, and …

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DIOCESAN OFFICES Healing Mass for Survivors of AbuseThe sixth annual Mass of Healing will be held for those who seek spiritual healing from abuse in all forms, including sexual, physical, or emotional, and for those who wish to pray for victims/survivors of abuse, their family, and friends. The Mass will be held on Saturday, September 5, …

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The Chancellor’s Office announces the passing of Mrs. Henri Plourde, 91, on Saturday, August 1, 2026.  She is the mother of Peter and John (deceased 2020) Plourde, former priests of the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, and of Joy Stephen, wife of Deacon Bill Stephen, St. Paul Parish, Tampa. A Funeral Mass for Mrs. Plourde was …

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