Pope Francis appointed The Most Reverend Gregory L. Parkes as Bishop of the Diocese of St. Petersburg on November 28, 2016, and his Installation Mass was celebrated on January 4, 2017 at St. Jude the Apostle Cathedral. He succeeded Bishop Robert Lynch who retired at the age of 75 and is ser… Read more
Our Bishop
Bishop Parkes' Podcasts
Bishop Gregory Parkes regularly records a podcast that provides timely and helpful information and inspiration. A View from the Top is a hopeful conversation on current events that affect our Church, our community and our country. Bishop Parkes brings clarity to these issues, while highlight… Read more
Mass
During these trying times, it is important to continue the practice of our faith. Thanks to the gift of technology, there are ways to participate in Mass virtually via online streaming, watching on television, or listening to Mass on the radio. Read more
News
WASHINGTON | Catholics in St. Petersburg, Florida, will need to get their napkins ready because some barbecue from Kansas City, Missouri, is c… Read more
ORLANDO | Spanning 20 acres of land at the end of a long side street in Clearwater, Pinellas Hope provides a safe experience of trust and comm… Read more
Bishop-elect Toups to Florida faith family: ‘Thank you for loving me.’ ORLANDO | With bittersweet joy, June 9, 2020 will be remembered as a mo… Read more