Vol. 37: No. 20 ~ May 16, 2022
Ministries Updates
Catholic Cemeteries

Memorial Day Mass  
Join us on May 30, 2022 at 10:00 \a.m., for the Memorial Day Mass at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 11801 US Highway 19 North, Clearwater.

Reverend Hugh Chikawe, Chaplain for Catholic Cemeteries, will be the main celebrant. Please join us for this special Mass, as we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country and all the souls of the faithful departed. All are welcome!
Office of Vocations

Bishop’s BBQ
Men in high school and up are invited for a casual discernment event hosted by the Office of Vocations. The Bishop’s BBQ is a great opportunity to get to know Bishop Parkes, Father Chuck, and the seminarians. There will be games, food, and discussion. Any men interested in attending may register on the Vocations website at this link.
Intercultural Ministries 

Immersion in Spanish Language and Culture
June 12-30, 2022 in Miami, Florida
This three-week course has been designed by SEPI (Southeast Pastoral Institute) especially for bishops, priests, religious and laity who have an interest in serving Latinos and Hispanic ministry. It provides the student with the necessary skills to communicate in Spanish, knowledge of the Hispanic environment in daily life situations, and a pastoral dimension geared toward Hispanic ministry. Integral aspects of the course include basic vocabulary, grammar, and conversation, cultural experiences, daily prayer, the Eucharist, and a study of how Hispanic/Latino presence and ministry has developed over the years.

You Lead – Young Latino Summer Leadership Institute by SEPI
June 16-24, 2022 in Louisville, Kentucky
You Lead is a program of integral formation designed by SEPI (Southeast Pastoral Institute) that seeks to prepare first-, second-, and third-generation young Latinos in the Southeast to be faithful missionary disciples and effective leaders, in order to serve the Church and society, living out their vocations to the fullest. The bilingual, two-level program, held in consecutive Summer one-week sessions, will prepare promising young Hispanic leaders, with the potential to impact their communities and local churches.
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