Bishop Gregory Parkes

Bishop Parkes talks about the virtues of sports and how it can impact lives. 

As we celebrate our freedoms in America on Independence Day Weekend, Bishop Parkes reflects on the countries around the world that oppose and suppress the practice of faith and religious freedoms. 

Bishop Parkes reflects back on the pandemic and how churches were impacted.  He reminds us of our right to practice our faith without government interference.  

Bishop Parkes shares good news about the Catholic Ministry Appeal in the Diocese of St Petersburg and thanks the people of God for their support. 

Bishop Parkes shares a bit about his relationship with his father and how his influence shaped the man he is today. 

Bishop Parkes reflects on the recent US Supreme Court's leaked opinion of the Dobbs v. Jackson case that could have a major impact of the future of abortion laws in the country. 

Bishop Gregory Parkes reflects on the significance of Pentecost and the impact the Holy Spirit can have on the people of God. 

Bishop Gregory Parkes talks about the process and some of the reasons why diocesan clergy are reassigned to parishes throughout the diocese. 

Bishop Parkes shares the joy of the upcoming ordination of two transitional deacons to the priesthood in Deacon Don Amodeo and Deacon Zachary Brasseur. 

Bishop Parkes talks about the journey of faith and the importance of that walk with other Christians.

Bishop Parkes shares why the use of words and pronouns can make a significant impact on the theology of our faith.

Bishop Parkes talks about the understanding of the Sacrament of Baptism for someone coming into the church at an older age. 

Our country and our community are generous when it comes to supporting others in need.  Bishop Parkes shares about the call to assist those in need. 

Bishop Parkes explains the difference between a disciple of Jesus and apostles.  

Bishop Parkes reflects on the role that Pontius Pilate played in the Passion of Christ and how we remember him in the creed. 

Bishop Parkes remembers the disciple Peter and his role in the Passion of Christ. 

Bishop Parkes speaks on the role of Judas and his ultimate betrayal of Jesus.

Bishop Parkes shares his thoughts on the small but significant role of the Good Thief, who died next to Jesus on the cross.  

Everyone left Jesus on the cross except a handful of followers. One was Mary Magdalene, who loved him to death.  Bishop Parkes reflects on this woman of great faith and conversion. 

Mary, the Mother of God, was there at his birth and at the cross.  Bishop Parkes reflects on the first true disciple of Jesus.  

Bishop Parkes addresses why the church baptizes infants instead of waiting until they are older. 

Bishop Parkes reflects on the graces received for by the faithful going to the Sacrament of Reconciliation. 

Many people wish to come into full communion with the Catholic Church from various faith traditions.  Bishop Parkes briefly shares the process for both catechumens and candidates.  

Bishop Parkes invites us to pray for Russia and Ukraine as the Church consecrates the countries and world to the Immaculate Heart of Mary Friday, March 25, 2022