Bishop Gregory Parkes

While the world has come to a standstill, the diocese has not, as we welcome one of our own to the transitional diaconate. A number of clergy accept their new assignments, and a major announcement from our catholic schools. Plus we look at the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick and when we might return to Mass.

In today's episode of A View From the Top for 4-10-20, Bishop Parkes shares his thoughts on the current pandemic and its impact on the church this holy week and the lasting effects on the church and society. He shares some of the positives that have come from the effects including the establishment of Hillsborough Hope.

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 3RD SUNDAY EASTER 4 - 26 - 20 by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 2ND SUNDAY EASTER 4 - 19 - 20 by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP EASTER SUNDAY 4 - 12 - 20 by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP PALM SUNDAY 4 - 05 - 20 by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 5TH SUNDAY LENT 3 - 29 - 20 by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

In the March 26, 2020 edition of A View From the Top, Bishop Parkes addresses the many challenges and opportunities our parishes and faithful encounter in dealing with the Corona Virus. Bishop Parkes addresses questions on Holy Week, alternatives to Mass attendance and the sacraments of reconciliation and healing.

In this special edition of A View from the Top, Bishop Parkes joins Davis Watts and John Morris at the Spirit FM studios to talk about the impacts of the virus on our churches. He offers consolation to those who are suffering from illness, fear and anxiety. He also reflects on an important anniversary in his life and talks about radio ministry of Spirit FM.

In the March 4, 2020 edition of A View From the Top, Bishop Gregory Parkes discusses the impact of coronavirus on our churches, the journey of faith for nearly 400 local residents preparing to become Catholic on Easter and various aspects of prayer, fasting and almsgiving during Lent, as well as the upcoming Marian Congress, a multicultural celebration of faith for our entire Diocese.

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 3 - 22 - 20 4TH SUNDAY LENT by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 3 - 15 - 20 3RD SUNDAY LENT by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 3 - 8-20 2ND SUNDAY LENT by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

In the February 20, 2020 edition of A View From the Top, Bishop Gregory Parkes shares his highlights from his recent Ad Limina trip to the Vatican and his meeting with Pope Francis. He also talks about the significance of Ash Wednesday and the Lenten season.

In this "best of" edition of A View From the Top, Bishop Parkes talks about APA and PIE, the importance of family prayer and ministry to young adults, and the prolife movement.

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 3 - 1-20 1ST SUNDAY LENT by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 2 - 23 - 20 7TH SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 2 - 16 - 20 6TH SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

In this week's edition of A View from the Top, Bishop Parkes talks about the March for Life in Washington and the prolife movement, the upcoming Catholic Foundation event and it's efforts, the sacrament of the Eucharist, and his coming trip to the Vatican.

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 2 - 9-20 5TH SUNDAY by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 2 - 2-20 PRESENTATION OF THE LORD by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

In this edition of A View from the Top for January 9, 2020, Bishop Parkes reflects on the new year and resolutions, church and religious retreats, papal apologies and the protocol with dealing with church dignitaries, and safety in worship spaces.

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 1 - 26 - 20 3RD SUNDAY ORDINARY TIME by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 1 - 19 - 20 2ND SUNDAY ORDINARY by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

INVITATION TO WORSHIP 1 - 12 - 20 BAPTISM OF OUR LORD by Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5