Vol. 35: No. 22 ~ June 8, 2020
Official Announcements
Office of the Bishop

Clergy Changes
Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, announces the following clergy changes, effective July 1, 2020 :
 
APPOINTMENTS
School Pastor
Reverend Kyle Bell  as Pastor of Guardian Angels Interparochial Catholic School, Clearwater, continuing with other assignments.  
 
Dean/Vicar Forane
Very Reverend Arthur J. Proulx  as Vicar Forane of the Southern Deanery, continuing with other assignments.
 
 
RELIEVE
Rev. Msgr. Joseph A. Pellegrino as Pastor of Guardian Angels Interparochial Catholic School, Clearwater.
A View From the Top
In the June 3, 2020 edition of A View from the Top, Bishop Gregory Parkes addresses the return to Sunday Mass, the civil unrest stemming from the George Floyd death, communication censorship and overcoming fear to courageously carry out God's mission for you. Follow this link to listen to the podcast.
Office of the Chancellor

Pastoral Center Friday Schedule
The Pastoral Center has reopened on Fridays, with abbreviated hours.  During the month of June, our offices will be open on Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 noon . Our offices are also open from Monday through Thursday, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Ministry Updates
Office of Life, Justice and Advocacy
 
Vigil for Peace, Healing and Change
On Sunday, June 7, 2020, Bishop Gregory Parkes led a Vigil for Peace, Healing and Change at the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle. Over 300 people attended to pray and stand in solidarity with our sisters and brothers who have experienced the effects of racial injustice. The Diocese of St. Petersburg Racial Justice Committee is planning future events and advocacy opportunities. Visit https://www.dosp.org/racialharmony/ to sign up for racial harmony updates and to watch the video and to see pictures from the service.  


CRS Rice Bowl Grant Opportunity
Twenty five percent of funds raised by the annual Lenten project, CRS Rice Bowl, are retained by our Diocese. These funds are made available to fund grants of up to $1,000.00 for local hunger and poverty alleviation efforts by Diocesan entities. The 2020 Rice Bowl grant cycle has been moved up due to the increased need brought about by the COVID-19 Pandemic. Grant applications must be submitted to the Office of Life, Justice and Advocacy no later than June 15, 2020. Funds are limited. Follow this link to apply.
For the Faithful Departed
Let us keep the souls and the families of the faithful departed in our prayers:


May her soul and the souls of all the faithful departed,
through the mercy of God rest in peace!
Bulletin Announcements
View current information that can be included in parish bulletins  here  .

Thank you for your continued support and prayers.

For updates on Courageously Living the Gospel , click here .
Important Links
Rev. Msgr. Robert F. Morris
Vicar General
Diocese of St. Petersburg
727-344-1611