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Courageously Living

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Serving God and Each Other

On Sunday, October 26, 2025, faithful Catholics from 70 parishes and missions in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg were honored for extraordinary service that is impacting the faith life of our communities.
Courageously Living

Fellowship and an Invitation to Serve

Sacred Heart Parish in Dade City held its first Ministry Fair in decades the weekend of October 25-26, 2025.
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The Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle Celebrates 75 Years of Faith, Growth, and Community

“The legacy of St. Jude is the people who went before us and built the church for us."
Courageously Living

A Converted Heart

Local Catholic Jeff Joaquin underwent transformation and growth through God's grace, resulting in a conversion of heart. He now promotes a culture of life and recently released a documentary.

Faith in Action: Mother Teresa of Calcutta Catholic School Spreads Hope


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Good to Know With Father Joe

Reclaiming the Spiritual Roots of Halloween

Father Joe, Celebrating Halloween can be somewhat controversial within Catholic circles. How can we, as Catholic families, help our children understand the spiritual roots of Halloween instead of just the spooky side?
Good to Know With Father Joe

Should Catholics Celebrate Día De Los Muertos (Day of the Dead)?

My Hispanic family has always celebrated Día de Los Muertos on All Souls Day, November 2nd.
Local News

Thy Kingdom Come: Catholic Student Union at the University of South Florida Holds Record Fall Retreat

The biggest Fall retreat in USF Catholic Student Union (CSU) history kicked off on Friday, October 11.
Parenting

Building a Culture of Life Within Our Families

As Catholic parents, it can be uncomfortable at times to discuss these issues with our children. How do we bring a culture of life to our families without destroying their innocence? I believe living our values is often more powerful than talking about

Public Invited to Join Saint Leo University in Celebration of Veterans Appreciation Month


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National Vocation Awareness Week Offers Opportunity for Adoration

During this important time in the Catholic Church, the Diocese of Saint Petersburg Office of Vocations and Elisheba House are offering a special prayer opportunity for vocations. All are invited to attend Adorare November 6-7, 2025, at Our Lady’s Chapel.
Catholic 101

“The Source” and “Summit” Provide Opportunities for Community and Sacraments

Young adults within the Church seek opportunities to be fed – not only mentally through community – but spiritually through the sacraments.
Grow as a Disciple of Jesus

A Prayer for Peace

One thing I have learned is that the Rosary is prayed in the context of a relationship. When I bring my whole self to prayer and open my heart to hear what God wants to share with me, each bead in my hand becomes an encounter. This is a living prayer.
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Thousands of Pilgrims Join Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square to Pray the Rosary for Peace

Tens of thousands of people joined Pope Leo XIV in St. Peter’s Square on Saturday to pray for peace in the world.

A Synodal Church Evangelizes Better, Works Together for Justice, Pope Says


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