Vol. 35: No. 15 ~ April 13, 2020
Official Announcements
Office of the Bishop

Easter Message from Bishop Parkes
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

Jesus Christ is Risen! He is Risen Indeed!

This Easter Sunday is a day to rejoice in what God has done for us. His victory has been won for us! Jesus Christ is greater than any challenge we face and any heartache we feel.

We read in Scripture, “For God so loved the world that he gave his only Son, so that everyone who believes in him might not perish but might have eternal life.” These words from the Gospel, according to John, remind us that God’s love for us, God’s love for you, is so great that he is always with you and in faith He will share your burdens.

The Easter message, my friends, is one of hope. Our Lord rose from the dead for our salvation. We too will rise to new life. From despair, we will rise. From fear, we will rise. From financial hardships, we will rise. From all that separates us from the love of God, we will rise.

May we rejoice in the Good News of the Risen Lord! I wish you and your loved ones a Blessed Easter!
To view the bishop’s Easter Video Message and to view all of the Holy Week liturgies with Bishop Gregory Parkes, follow this link .
A View from the Top Podcast
In the April 10, 2020 edition of A View From the Top, Bishop Parkes shares his thoughts on the current pandemic and its impact on the Church during Holy Week and the lasting effects on the Church and society. He shares some of the positives that have come from the effects including the establishment of Hillsborough Hope. Listen to the podcast at this link.
Office of the Chancellor

Pastoral Center Change of Hours
Last week, Bishop Parkes announced that the Pastoral Center will be open Monday through Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. but will be closed on the following Fridays: April 17 and 24, May 1, 2, 15, 22 and 29. On those days, staff will continue to monitor emails and phone calls, as they are able. Unless otherwise determined, the Pastoral Center will resume its normal business hours in June.
Bulletin Announcements
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Important Links
Rev. Msgr. Robert F. Morris
Vicar General
Diocese of St. Petersburg
727-344-1611