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The pandemic is taking an additional toll on trafficking victims and incidents are expected to spike as Tampa prepares to host Super Bowl LV on February 7, 2021. As Catholics, we are called to preserve the sacredness of human life and endeavor to put an end to this form of modern-day slavery.  For additional information and a listing of local anti-trafficking resources, click to see the letter and flyer. 

In their statement, the bishops address the moral concerns raised by the fact that the three vaccines that appear to be ready for distribution in the United States all have some connection to cell lines that originated with tissue taken from abortions. To read more click on the title above.

The annual Retirement Fund for Religious collection will be held on the weekend of Dec. 12-13. This collection helps to meet the growing needs of religious communities that lack adequate retirement savings and are struggling to provide for older members. Read Bishop Parkes Letter in English or Spanish

Many people think of Purgatory primarily in terms of punishment, but it is also important to consider it in terms of promise, purity, and perfection. Some of our deceased brethren are having the promises made to them perfected in Purgatory. In the month of November we are especially committed to praying for them and we know by faith that our prayers are of benefit to them. What is the promise that points to Purgatory? Click on the title to read more...

Educate yourself about the candidates and their positions on important issues. Click on the title to view the comparision.

This collection will benefit those who are impacted by natural disasters. 100% of all donations will be directed to people affected by natural disasters.  Bishop Parkes letter: English  Spanish Click on the title to give.

Click on the title to order your meal by the 10/11/2020 deadline! Take out only.

Click on the title to sign up for your spot today! OneBlood is now testing all donations for COVID antibodies. Only two people donating at a time may cause a long wait for walk-ins, so please sign up for an appointment. We appreciate your patience.

Children’s shoes - Size 9 and up, adult shoes in all sizes, and socks in all sizes. Closed-toe shoes (no flip flops) and socks in neutral colors are most wanted for both boys and girls. Click on the title to read thank yous for previous donations.

“Stream Team” Keeps Community Connected. Thanks to a team of dedicated parishioners, in just over two weeks Our Lady of the Rosary Parish unveiled their new YouTube channel and began streaming services to over 1,000 subscribers. Click on the title to read more.

Catholic Charities and Bishop Parkes want to help. To apply contact 352-686-9897 ext 157 (Pasco.Hernando Counties), 813-631-4370 ext 157 (Hillsborough County) or click on the title to send an email.

In the midst of these challenging times, we in the Diocese of St. Petersburg feel blessed and grateful to have participated in the Paycheck Protection Program, which is providing much-needed funds to essential workers. During the shutdown and to this day, we have worked hard to continue serving our community. The loans enabled our essential ministries to continue to function in a time of national emergency. Click on the title to read more...

The Rosary is a remedy against severe trials, temptations and the hardships of life and this form of prayer is one of our great weapons in the battle against evil. Let us join together as one family and one community to pray for an end to the pain, discord and upheaval so many are experiencing.Each Thursday at 12:00pm from July 16 - August 6 Bishop Parkes will lead a Rosary for Peace, Healing, and an End to the Pandemic. Click on above title to join the Rosary.

All donors at the July drive will receive a nice weekender style tote bag! All donations will be tested for the Covid-19 Antibody, and donors will have access to their results within just a few short days. Please make an appointment as only 4 donors will be permitted at one time, to keep everyone safely separated throughout the process. Also, we will provide masks to anyone that does not bring their own, and take temperatures as donors enter. Click on the title to make your appointment!

Join Deacon Frank and Kathy DeSanto on this once in a life time customized trip.: $4,199.00/person ~ Includes round trip airfare from Tampa. Questions ? Contact: Kathy DeSanto at 813-536-0988 To reserve your seat go to: www.ProximoTravel.com Select: Clergy Trips Search for: Holy Land with Deacon Frank D. Limited Space.

After prayer and consultation with government and public health officials and our priests, I have decided to grant permission to pastors throughout the Diocese of St. Petersburg, at their discretion, to resume the public celebration of Sunday Masses as early as the weekend of May 30-31, 2020. Click title to read more.

Congrats to our Altar Server of the Year, Alexis Paredes. Unfortunately, the Altar Server Banquet and the Mass with the Bishop was cancelled but we wanted to recognize and thank her for serving so generously at the altar.

Your response matters. Health clinics. Fire departments. Schools. Even roads and highways. The census can shape many different aspects of your community. Census results help determine how billions of dollars in federal funding flow into states and communities each year. The results determine how many seats in Congress each state gets. Click on the title to go to the Census website

As he prepares to follow in the priesthood of Jesus Christ, he hopes to bring God’s love to others. He says all of us are called to be transformed by the mercy and love of Christ. Click on the title to read more...

To know we are children of God is to live in complete love, with deep abiding security and the ability to dream, to sing, to create, to laugh and to pray without worry. As we grow older, we face a new reality - we cannot approach all God's creation with the same trust and confidence.We learn, through sometimes hurtful and damaging experiences, that some people reject the ability that God gave them to love and respect others - they ignore God's call. The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' call to safeguard children helps remind us of these very facts. With the help of USCCB, the faithful are guided and educated about their responsibility to keep God's children safe and protected. Please pray for all victims of abuse.
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