Vol. 38: No. 23 ~ June 12, 2023 |
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Office of the Bishop
Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, announces the following clergy changes:
APPOINTMENTS
Reverend Alexander T. Padilla II, J.C.L. from faculty of St. Vincent de Paul Regional Seminary, Boynton Beach, to Parochial Vicar of the Cathedral of St. Jude the Apostle,
St. Petersburg, with sacramental and pastoral care of St. Joseph Parish, St. Petersburg, and part-time service to the Tribunal of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, effective August 15, 2023.
Vicars Forane (Deans)
Very Rev. Curtis V. Carro, V.F. as Dean of the Southern Deanery, effective July 1, 2023.
Very Rev. Dermot J. Dunne, V.F. as Dean of the Southeast Deanery, effective July 1, 2023.
RELIEVING
Reverend Anthony B. Nyong, C.M., from responsibility for sacramental duties at
St. Joseph Parish, St. Petersburg, while continuing as Chaplain at St. Anthony’s Hospital, St. Petersburg, effective August 15, 2023.
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Formal Establishment of San Juan Diego Mission, Dover
In a decree dated June 9, 2023, Bishop Parkes has officially established San Juan Diego Mission, Dover as a mission of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, effective July 1, 2023. For years, the mission has operated as an outreach ministry of St. Clement Parish, Plant City, primarily serving the migrant communities in Dover and surrounding areas. As the ministry has grown substantially, the need for it to be formally established as a mission has become evident. Reverend Rafael Martos will continue to lead the mission as its Administrator, along with the faithful cooperation of staff and volunteers. San Juan Diego Mission will become the fifth mission of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, in addition to the Diocese’s 75 parishes.
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Office of the Chancellor for Canonical Affairs
Death of Most Reverend Victor Galeone
The Diocese of St. Augustine has announced the passing of Most Reverend Victor Galeone, Bishop Emeritus of St. Augustine, on Monday, May 29, 2023, in Baltimore. Bishop Galeone was 88 at the time of his death. He served as Bishop of St. Augustine from 2001 until his retirement in 2011.
A press release with funeral information and a brief biography can be found at this link.
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2023 Florida Culture of Life Conference
From the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops
This year’s Florida Culture of Life Conference is hosted by the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee and will be held October 13-14, 2023 at St. Sylvester Parish in Gulf Breeze.
This annual conference, jointly sponsored by the State Pro-Life Coordinating Committee and the Florida Catholic Conference, serves to unite, strengthen, and help form Catholics who wish to be better advocates for human life and dignity. Its goals are to highlight Church teachings on issues of importance to the Catholic Church, promote dialogue,
and inspire action that transforms our culture, so that all life from conception to natural death is protected in law and welcomed in love. Topics will include the Church’s response to societal injustices such as the death penalty, abortion, human trafficking, and mental health.
All ministry leaders, parishioners, and community members who seek to become more effective witnesses to the culture of life are invited to this special event. More information, including the conference schedule and speakers, can be found on the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee website. Registration is available online.
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Urge Governor DeSantis to Spare the Life of Duane Owen
Duane Owen was sentenced to death for the 1984 murders of Karen Slattery and Georgianna Worden in Palm Beach County, Florida and is scheduled to be executed on June 15, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
In a May 31, 2023, letter to Governor DeSantis on behalf of the bishops of Florida, Michael Sheedy, FCCB executive director, recognized that Owen’s senseless and horrific acts have caused immeasurable grief and suffering for the victims’ families, loved ones and communities.
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Office of Communications
Congratulations Bishop Parkes!
Bishop Gregory Parkes was recognized by the Catholic Media Association as having an outstanding Facebook presence. He received an award in the Category of “Best Facebook Account by a Diocesan Bishop” and he ranked second place nationally. The award was announced online during the Catholic Media Conference on June 9, 2023, in Baltimore. Be sure to follow @BishopParkes on Facebook, as well as on Instagram and Twitter.
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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:
May their souls and the souls of all the faithful departed
by the mercy of God, rest in peace!
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Rev. Msgr. Robert F. Morris
Vicar General
Diocese of St. Petersburg
727-344-1611
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