The observances of National Marriage Week (Feb. 7-14) and World Marriage Day (Sunday, Feb. 8) are an opportunity to focus on building a culture of life and love that begins with supporting and promoting marriage and the family. This year’s theme is “Man and Woman He Created Them: Together with Purpose.” Every parish is encouraged to …

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Married and engaged couples are invited to the third annual Together in Holiness marriage conference on March 14, 2026 from 9:00 AM – 4:30 PM at St. Timothy Catholic Church in Lutz, FL. This one-day conference will help you strengthen your relationship with your spouse and discover God’s plan for your family. Registration: $64/couple and …

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  The Chancellor’s Office received the news of the passing of Mrs. Migdalia “Maggie” Delpin on Monday, January 19, 2026, after a very brief and courageous battle with cancer over the last month. Mrs. Delpin was a World Language teacher and Extended Day assistant at Nativity Catholic School, Brandon.   Mrs. Delpin was a cherished …

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Word reached the Chancellor’s Office of the passing of Dr. Robert Paul “Bob” Iler on January 16, 2026, one day short of his 95th birthday, at his home surrounded by loved ones. Dr. Iler was the husband of Mrs. Sharon Iler, former director of the Diocesan Respect Life Office. Born and raised in St. Petersburg, …

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DIOCESAN OFFICES Office of Marriage and Family Life National Marriage Week Join in celebrating National Marriage Week, February 7 to 14, with World Marriage Sunday being celebrated on February 8th. National Marriage Week is a special time to reflect on the beautiful gift of the sacrament of matrimony. This year’s theme from the USCCB, Man and …

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