Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

Bishop Gregory Parkes

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Bishop Gregory Parkes is the spiritual leader of the Diocese of St. Petersburg that is comprised of nearly 500,000 Catholics, more than 280,000 of whom are registered and includes 75 parishes, 5 missions, more than 13,000 students registered at 46 schools and early childhood centers, two universities, and a variety of social service, health care, housing and pastoral ministries located within the five counties of Hillsborough, Pinellas, Pasco, Hernando and Citrus. Mass is celebrated in 14 languages, and we are led by our fifth bishop, Most Reverend Gregory Parkes who was installed on January...

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Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5

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Hurricane Ian Update 11.11.2022 1:09

Bishop Parkes talks about the ongoing collections to support victims of the hurricane and the gift that Catholic Charities USA made to the diocese

Vocations Awareness Week 2022 07.11.2022 1:13

Bishop Parkes talks about the state of vocations in the Diocese of St. Petersburg.

Politics and the Church 02.11.2022 1:01

Bishop Parkes talks about the mixing of Church and its teaching with politics and worldly issues.

All Saints Day in the Church 28.10.2022 1:10

Bishop Parkes talks about this important day in the life of the Church and how we should use the saints as an example to live our Christian life.

Devotion to Saints 25.10.2022 1:02

Bishop Parkes shares about the importance of saint devotion and their intercession on our behalf.

What is Purgatory? 20.10.2022 1:04

Bishop Parkes speaks on what the Church teaches on purgatory and its role in our journey to eternal life with God.

Hurricane Ian Collection 06.10.2022 1:47

Bishop Parkes shares about the hurricane's impact on the area especially in the Diocese of Venice. He asks that all parishes take up collections during October to aid in recovery.

Blessing of Animals for St. Francis of Assisi Day 01.10.2022 1:18

Bishop Parkes shares his experiences of blessing animals.

The Role of Archangels 27.09.2022 1:13

Bishop Parkes talks about the Archangels in scripture

Building a Friendship with Jesus 20.09.2022 0:54

Bishop Parkes talks about building a relationship with Jesus as you would making a new friend.

Surgery Update and Thank You 13.09.2022 1:09

Bishop Parkes provides a recovery update from his recent surgery and expresses his gratitude for the prayers from the faithful.

Prayer Before Meetings 06.09.2022 0:55

Bishop Parkes how he prays before an important meeting.

The Gift Of Work this Labor Day 31.08.2022 1:06

Bishop Parkes reflects on God's gift to us for work and encourages us to pray for those without employment and for just wages.

St Monica and St Augustine 29.08.2022 1:04

Bishop Parkes reflects on the impact of steadfast prayer as witnessed through St. Monica.

The Assumption of Mary 12.08.2022 1:10

Bishop Parkes talks about the importance of the our Blessed Mother's assumption, body and soul, into heaven, and the difference between this and the Ascension of Christ.

Unite Our Suffering to Christ 05.08.2022 1:37

Everyone goes through some kind of suffering in life. Bishop Parkes encourages us to offer our sufferings to Christ for a special intention.

Encountering Jesus in the Eucharist 31.07.2022 0:55

Bishop Parkes reminds us to spend time with our Lord in prayer, adoration, and benediction of the Holy Eucharist.

Recognizing Christ in the Eucharist 24.07.2022 1:11

Bishop Parkes shares his thoughts on perceiving our Lord in the Eucharist and its deep meaning for us.

Preparing to Proclaim the Good News! 17.07.2022 0:54

It takes courage to proclaim Jesus as Lord to friends and strangers. Bishop Parkes reminds us to be prepared and knowledgeable ourselves and having our hearts in the right place.

Life Lessons Through Sports 10.07.2022 0:57

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

International Religious Oppression 01.07.2022 1:15

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.

Freedom of Religion in America 27.06.2022 1:15

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.

Good News About the Catholic Ministry Appeal! 20.06.2022 1:22

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.

Remembering Dad on Father's Day 12.06.2022 1:16

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

Dobbs, Roe, and the Supremes 05.06.2022 1:52

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.