Vol. 33: No. 4 ~ January 29, 2018
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Office of the Bishop
Clergy Changes
Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, announces the following clergy changes:
- Reverend Philip Clement relieved as Parochial Vicar of Incarnation Parish, Tampa, effective February 1, 2018. Father Clement will be providing ministerial assistance in the Diocese of Portland, Maine.
- Reverend John Gerth relieved as Pastor of St. Joseph Parish, Zephyrhills, and assigned to the Pastoral Center, effective January 29, 2018.
- Reverend Mathew K. Abraham, A.L.C.P. appointed as Parochial Administrator pro tempore of St. Joseph Parish, Zephyrhills, effective January 29, 2018.
Bishop Parkes Developing a Mutually Shared Vision for the Diocese of St. Petersburg
As a continuation of the listening sessions that Bishop Gregory Parkes conducted in 2017, he is currently working with a team to develop a mutually shared vision for the Diocese of St. Petersburg. The team is taking into account feedback that has been received from parishioners, staff, priests and religious, as well as insights from the National Convocation of Catholic Leaders that focused on missionary discipleship and the vision of Pope Francis shared in “The Joy of the Gospel.” The Catholic Leadership Institute is facilitating the process to develop a vision, which is expected to be completed by this summer. To learn more, visit
http://www.dosp.org/visioning/
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Safe Environment Policy – Revision – February 2018
Bishop Parkes has granted approval to a further revision to the updated Policy for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults for the Diocese of St. Petersburg, which was previously approved on January 5, 2018. In order to provide clarity regarding lay presenters providing ministry in our diocese for 30 days or less, minor changes have been made to the next-to-final paragraph in Section J of the policy. The updated policy, effective February 1, 2018, can be found by accessing this
link
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Life Ministry Office
National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month & Day of Prayer Toolkit
January is National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month, providing an excellent opportunity to increase awareness about human trafficking and trafficking prevention. February 8, the feast day of St. Josephine Bakhita, is the International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking. Download the USCCB
Anti-Trafficking Toolkit
for resources to raise awareness and educate communities on human trafficking. Sign up to receive the USCCB’s monthly
Anti-Trafficking newsletter
which contains announcements, events, funding opportunities, and resources.
Parish Partnership Workshop
Parish Partnership Workshop for parishes who are twinned (with a sister parish) or considering a parish partnership.
Saturday, February 17, 2018, 9am-3pm. Nativity Church
(Adult Education Building on the west side of the Parish Office, 705 East Brandon Blvd., Brandon, 33511). Presenter is Kim Lamberty, Director, Catholic Relief Services University and Mission Engagement. Come together with others involved in similar relationships for a day of critical reflection, sharing and learning. $10.00 donation is requested for lunch. Register at
www.dosp.org/life/upcoming-events/
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Catholic Relief Services (CRS) is proud to announce its 75th year as one of the leading humanitarian and development organizations around the world. CRS is the official international humanitarian agency of the Catholic community in the United States, providing assistance to people in need in more than 100 countries. You are a vital part of CRS’ relief and development work. Celebrate by visiting
75.crs.org
to see highlights of what we have accomplished together in 75 years!
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Celebrating 50 Years of Exceptional Catholic Education
More than 600 people will gather at the Hilton Downtown Tampa on Feb. 3 for the Catholic Foundation Gala. Participants representing parishes and businesses are coming together in support of Catholic education and tuition assistance programs. The support has been so strong that tickets for the event have sold out!
Read more
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Cold & Flu Season Reminders
The flu season is in full swing and medical professionals strongly encourage all citizens to remain vigilant in order to protect themselves and their neighbors from the effects of the common cold and influenza. To help everyone take appropriate precautions, the Office of Workshop has created bilingual resources for the prevention of colds and the flu.
Read more.
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Thank God for the Gift of Consecrated Life
“For twenty-one years, the Church has designated the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, Candlemas Day, as an appropriate moment to thank God for the gift of consecrated life.
Read more.
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For the Faithful Departed
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Let us keep the souls and the families of the faithful departed in our prayers:
Deacon William Mahood
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of St. Peter Claver Parish, Tampa
Mr. Scott Dornquast
, father of
Rev. Steven (Chuck) Dornquast
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Parochial Vicar, St. Lawrence Parish
Mr. John Ryan
, father of
Rev. Stephen C. Ryan, S.D.B
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, Director of Mary Help of Christians Center, Tampa
Mr. Eric Walden
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Business Manager at Corpus Christi Parish
Please follow this
link
for more information.
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View current information that can be included in parish bulletins here.
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Rev. Msgr. Robert F. Morris , Vicar General
Diocese of St. Petersburg
727-344-1611
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