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Bishop Gregory Parkes
By Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5Religion & Spirituality
Bishop Gregory Parkes episodes
- Celebrating Catholic Schools Week
Bishop Parkes shares the virtues of a Catholic education and the opportunities for tuition assistance for families desiring a Catholic education for their children.
2 min - Disaster Relief Collection Fund
Bishop Parkes thanks the parishioners of the Diocese of St. Petersburg for their generosity to the Disaster Relief Fund which enabled the diocese to send $100,000 to Kentucky for disaster relief from the tornadoes that struck in December.
2 min - Coffee and Conversation: A Dialogue on Faith
Bishop Parkes invites you to a gathering Thursday, January 27, 2022, 7:00 pm, at Christ the King Catholic Church to talk about faith, your feelings on the Catholic Church, and more.
2 min - Lord I am not Worthy
When receiving the Eucharist, we proclaim a scripture verse. Bishop Parkes explains its origin and meaning for the faithful.
1 min - Eucharistic Document for the Faithful
The US Conference of Bishops approved a new document affirming the real presence of Christ in the Eucharist and guidance for the faithful on proper reception.
2 min - Journeying Together Synod Sessions
Bishop Parkes shares what a synod session might be like at your local parish.
2 min - Wishes for the New Year
Bishop Parkes offers his thoughts and wishes for what the new year might hold for the faithful, the church, and the Diocese of St Petersburg.
2 min - True Meaning of the Christmas Season
Bishop Parkes reminds us that churches are open and that through all the presents, the real joy is found in the birth of Jesus.
2 min - Preparing Spiritually for Christmas
Bishop Parkes reminds us to not get wrapped up in the hurriedness of the season but to turn to prayer and reconciliation as we prepare to celebrate the birth of Christ.
2 min - Experiencing Jesus in the Eucharist
Bishop Parkes talks about Eucharistic worship at Mass as well as adoration and other times to experience our Lord.
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About 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 4, 2017.
His role is to govern, teach and promote in every way the holiness of the Christian faithful. Bishop Parkes believes that serving for God’s glory is the guiding principle of his ministry, which is why he chose, “To your name give the glory” from Psalm 115, Verse 1 as his pastoral motto. His ministry takes him throughout the community for pastoral visits, blessings and dedications, gatherings, sacramental celebrations and many other liturgical events. He also seeks to connect with people online and on-the-air through regular updates on social media (@BishopParkes), YouTube (@DioceseofStPete), via podcasts and Spirit FM 90.5. To learn more, visit BishopParkes.org.