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Faith and Hope Prison Ministry Brings Support to Families of Incarcerated

Following the incarceration of his son in December of 2025, Dave Arnold was inspired to start a ministry, based out of St. Paul Catholic Church in Tampa, centered on supporting the families of those who are incarcerated.
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A Lifetime Committed to Catholic Education

On April 6, 2026, Sister Joan Carberry, OSF, was honored by the National Catholic Educational Association with the prestigious Lifetime Commitment to Catholic Education Award.
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St. Catherine of Siena Parish Celebrates 50-Year Legacy

St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church in Clearwater celebrated 50 years of a vibrant and faithful community with a special Mass and reception on April 19, 2026.
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Diocese of Saint Petersburg Celebrates Expansion of Tampa Hope with 100 New Cottages

The Diocese of Saint Petersburg is grateful to share the continued growth of Tampa Hope, a ministry of Catholic Charities, with the addition of 100 new Hope Cottages unveiled on Wednesday, April 8th.

Celebrating Easter Beyond Easter Sunday


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Transitional Diaconate Ordination Marks Milestone on Path to Priesthood

As incense filled the air and family, friends, and fellow seminarians gathered, joy was evident in the church as Mark DeSio, a seminarian for the Diocese of Saint Petersburg, was ordained to the transitional diaconate.
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St. Peter the Apostle Parish Breaks Ground on New Church

On Sunday, April 26, 2026 St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Trinity celebrated a major milestone with the groundbreaking of its new church. This new addition is an exciting asset to the rapidly growing Catholic community in northern Tampa.
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Miriam Dinner Assists Women in Discerning Their Vocation

To assist women who are discerning God’s call in their lives, the Diocese of Saint Petersburg hosted its first Miriam Dinner of the year on Friday, April 17, 2026.
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Time & Talent: A Treasured Gift to Give

At Tampa Catholic High School, dedicated adults generously share their time and God-given talents, extending the school’s impact far beyond what might seem possible.

Saint Leo University Offering Summer Day Camps to Keep Youngsters Learning, Active


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Bishops to Consecrate the United States to the Sacred Heart

At their Plenary Assembly this past November, the U.S. Bishops announced plans to consecrate the nation to the Sacred Heart of Jesus. The consecration is planned for June 2026, coinciding with the nation’s 250th birthday.
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Recognizing Spiritual Leaders on Good Shepherd Sunday

Each year, Catholics celebrate Good Shepherd Sunday on the Fourth Sunday of Easter, a title given because the Gospel and psalm are focused on Christ as the Good Shepherd. This year, Good Shepherd Sunday is April 26, 2026.
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Pray for An Increase in Vocations

Each year on the fourth Sunday of Easter, the Church celebrates World Day of Prayer for Vocations.

Venerable Fulton Sheen Beatification Set for Sept. 24 in St. Louis

The Vatican announced that Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen will be beatified on Sept. 24 in St. Louis.

Pope Leo XIV Urges Angola’s Young People to Build a World Free of War, Injustice, and Poverty


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