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Bishop Gregory Parkes
By Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5Religion & Spirituality
Bishop Gregory Parkes episodes
- The Significance of the Chrism Mass
Bishop Parkes shares the significance of the blessing of sacred oils and the recommitment to ministry that takes place at the Chrism Mass.
2 min - The Courage to Sacrifice, March 21st Gospel Reflection
Bishop Parkes reflects on John 12 on the meaning of dying to self for the love of God.
3 min - Overcoming Guilt After Confession
Confession can be difficult but Bishop Parkes encourages all to take part in the Sacrament of Reconciliation.
2 min - Lose the Weight of Sin, March 14th Gospel Reflection
Bishop Parkes reflects on John 3:16 and how we should reconcile with God and each other.
3 min - 2 min
- Holy Investments, March 7 Gospel Reflection
Bishop Parkes shares the story of the moneychangers in the temple
3 min - Stewardship and Giving Back
Bishop Parkes reflects on the meaning of stewardship and offers practical advice on supporting ministries.
2 min - Mountaintop Experience, February 28 Gospel Reflection
Bishop Parkes shares the story of the Transfiguration
3 min - 1 min
- Bishop Lynch's 25th Anniversary Gift
Bishop Emeritus Robert Lynch celebrated 25 years of episcopal ordination, and the diocese presented Pinellas Hope with a gift in his honor.
2 min
About Bishop Gregory Parkes
From the publisher's feed
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.