We, the Catholic Diocese of St. Petersburg, Florida are a joyful community of disciples proclaiming the Good News and inviting all people to encounter the love and mercy of Jesus Christ.

The Diocese of St. Peterburg, Florida, is comprised of nearly 500,000 Catholics, more than 300,000 of whom are registered and includes 75 parishes, 4 missions, 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 13 languages, and we are led by our fifth Bishop, Most Reverend Gregory Parkes.