Bishop Gregory Parkes

Bishop Parkes reflects on the recent Eucharistic Encounter event in Tampa and the impact it has had on attendees.  

Bishop Parkes talks about the new Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Hillsborough County.  He talks about the faith aspects for proper burials and respect for the body.  

Bishop Parkes is happy to announce the publication of a new magazine for the Diocese of St. Petersburg called Gulf Coast Catholic.  

As our nation celebrates Labor Day, Bishop Parkes reminds us to be appreciative for our work and remember those who are in need of a meaningful job.  He prays for those who need work and for fair labor.  

College students are moving on campus and classes are starting.  Bishop Parkes talks about balancing college life and faith and how the Church is present to students if they look.  

As Spirit FM's fall radio fundraiser approaches, Bishop Parkes encourages the faithful to support the diocesan radio station that does positive work in the community.  

Recently the Holy Father named 21 new cardinals to the Church.  Bishop Parkes reflects on the impact these men will have on the church for a future generation. 

Bishop Parkes invites the faithful to encounter Christ in a deeper way by attending the diocesan Eucharistic Encounter event in Tampa on September 16,2023

Cardinal Peter Okpaleke of Nigeria visited the Diocese of St Petersburg recently and Bishop Parkes shares why he visited and some of his history.  

July 26 is the Memorial of Saints Joachim and Anne.  Bishop Parkes reflects on their importance and that of Mary's role in salvation history. 

Recently Pope Francis named 21 men as Cardinals of the Church.  Bishop Parkes explains what a cardinal is and their role in the Church. 

Bishop Parkes shares about the decline of certain religious orders but the hope for growing leadership at the Vatican level. 

Bishop Parkes talks about the importance of having women as leaders in various offices of the local church and beyond. 

The Vicar for Religious of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, Sister Marlene Widenborner, retired recently after six decades of service to the Church.  Bishop Parkes reflects on this remarkable woman of faith.  

July 3rd is the Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle.  Bishop Parkes reflects on Thomas and his role in the gospel and how his doubt helps us to overcome our own shortcomings. 

Bishop Parkes talks about the good works that come forth from the Good Samaritan Project and the fruits of Catholic summer camps.

Bishop Parkes talks about the importance of Religious Freedom Week, June 22-29, 2023.

Bishop Parkes has informed pastors that at their discretion, they can reinstitute the distribution of the Precious Blood of Christ at the Eucharist.  Bishop offers some guidelines and considerations.  

Bishop Parkes reflects on the one year anniversary of his leg amputation, its necessity, and the blessings that have come from it.  

Bishop Parkes shares his confirmation travels and reminds us that its never too late to come into the Church.

Bishop Parkes offers simple tips and encouragement to be a missionary disciple for Christ and His Church. 

Bishop Parkes reminds the faithful of this Birthday of the Church and its importance in our faith tradition.

Bishop Parkes talks about the gifts of the people of God to the Church while being mindful of some of the uncertainty for some financial institutions.  He reminds us that we are called to be good stewards of God's gifts.  

Bishop Parkes talks about his getting to know the seminarians on his visits to seminary.  He also talks about the gifts that Transitional Deacon Christian Galvan will bring to the priesthood following his ordination on May 20, 2023.

Bishop Parkes talks about the state of vocations in the Diocese of St Petersburg and events taking place to foster vocations to the priesthood.