Vol. 36: No. 38 ~ November 8, 2021
Official Announcement
Safe Environment Program Office

Updated Diocesan Policies
The Diocese of St. Petersburg Policy for the Protection of Children and Vulnerable Adults has been revised. The previous policy from February 2018 is no longer current and has been replaced with the current October 2021 policy, which was recently approved by Bishop Parkes. The new policy may be found on the Safe Environment Program Office webpage at this link.  An updated Spanish version will be forthcoming and will be included on the same webpage.

Also, a new diocesan Code of Conduct for Volunteers Working with Minors has been approved and can be found at the same webpage.
Ministry Update
Office of Life, Justice & Advocacy

Rice Bowl Grants
The Diocese recently awarded almost $12,000 to Catholic entities that applied for local Rice Bowl Grants. These funds come from the Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Lenten Rice Bowl collection. 75% of funds collected go to CRS projects that prevent hunger and poverty around the world. The 25% retained by our diocese is being made available for small grants that help to alleviate hunger and poverty or educate the Catholic community.

For a list of the 2021 grant recipients, click here.
Bulletin Announcements
View current information that can be included in parish bulletins here.

Thank you for your continued support and prayers.
Bishop Gregory Parkes has launched GulfCoastCatholic.org, a news website to help Catholics know, live and share the faith. You’ll find articles that inform and, hopefully, inspire. 
Important Links
Rev. Msgr. Robert F. Morris
Vicar General
Diocese of St. Petersburg
727-344-1611