Vol. 39: No. 07 ~ February 20, 2024

Office of the Chancellor for Canonical Affairs

Special Collections

Our Diocesan Directives for many years have included this provision:

“No priest of the Diocese or visiting missionary is to take up any collection personally during a liturgical celebration. No special collection by visiting priests, sisters, brothers, or representatives of Catholic projects may be taken up without a letter of approval by the Bishop. Similarly, the pulpit is not to be used for any appeal for support, financial or otherwise, for any other project aside from a local parish project without the approval of the Bishop.”

Consequently, pastors should negotiate in advance a set stipend with anyone preaching a parish mission. Any collection or “freewill offering” during a parish mission goes to the parish.

Thanks for your assistance with this matter. Please call Deacon Rick Wells if you have any questions, 727-341-6832.

Office of Vocations

Update: Vocation Ministry Workshop

We are excited to announce that Mrs. Rosemary Sullivan, the Executive Director of the National Conference of Diocesan Vocation Directors, will be joining us as the keynote speaker at the Diocese of St. Petersburg Vocation Ministry Workshop. Mrs. Sullivan brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in the field of vocations, and her insights are sure to inspire and guide us in our ministry efforts. Her dedication to promoting and nurturing vocations aligns seamlessly with our mission in the Diocese of St. Petersburg.

Join us for an enlightening and engaging session on March 5^th, 2024 from 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM as Mrs. Sullivan shares her wisdom and passion for fostering vocations within our community. The workshop promises to be an enriching experience for all those who attend. The event will start with Mass celebrated by Bishop Gregory Parkes and will include refreshments and lunch.

Please make sure to RSVP on the vocations website at this link.

View current information that can be included in parish bulletins here.



Thank you for your continued support and prayers.