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- Advent: a continuous call to Hope
The Catholic Church is fast approaching one of the most important seasons of the Liturgical Year: Advent. It is a time which offers us a sense of preparation for the second coming of the Christ Child. With the pre-Christmas frenzy, it is important to remain watchful. Why? Because, as ... read more - Giving back for Thanksgiving
Catholic schools and Parish youth groups across the Diocese of Venice learned a valuable lesson ahead of Thanksgiving: to be thankful for what they have and how wonderful it feels to give to others. Thousands of cans of food and other non-perishable items were collected and then delivered ... read more - Parish named after Saint tries to live up to name
Visit St. Joseph Parish in Bradenton and you will find something taking place at nearly all hours of every day of the year. What you will discover will vary. It could be the faithful coming or going to the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass; people praying in the Adoration ... read more - Avon Park faithful welcome Pastor
An installation of a new Pastor is a punctuation mark in the life of a Parish, a moment defined by its lasting impact on the People of God. In the context of the Mass on Nov. 21, 2021, the Solemnity of Our Lord, Christ, King of the Universe, Bishop ... read more - News Briefs for the week of November 26, 2021
Bishop helps distribute food Bishop Frank J. Dewane assisted in loading turkeys into cars at St. Elizabeth Seton Parish in Naples on Nov. 22, 2021. The drive-thru Thanksgiving food distribution was coordinated by St. Matthews House with more than 700 families being feed and donations coming from ... read more - Pope: Church offers Christian humanism to overcome society's fluidity
- Diocesan schools honor veterans
This Veterans Day the different Catholic schools in the Diocese of Venice honored those in the military (active and retired) with a variety of fun ways. A Veterans Day tradition at Epiphany Cathedral Catholic School in Venice is for the fifth graders to assist the preschool students and ... read more - Veterans Day Mass honors military service and sacrifice
The 12th Annual Veterans Day Catholic Mass made a successful return Sarasota National Cemetery as Bishop Frank J. Dewane prayed for those currently serving in the U.S. Armed Forces, those who have died, and their families. More than 500 people attended the Mass which was celebrated in 2020 at ... read more - Catholic schools represented at States
Athletes representing Diocese of Venice Catholic schools have been making a great showing in the respective sports at the regional and state levels. Donahue Academy of Ave Maria Catholic School Shamrocks are the 2021 Sunshine State Athletic Conference 8-Man AAA Football State Champions. The team defeated Canterbury of ... read more - Memorial Mass held for Deacons and their wives
Remembering those who have gone before, Bishop Frank J. Dewane celebrated the annual Deacon Memorial Mass on Nov. 13, 2021, at Our Lady of Perpetual Help Retreat Center in Venice. The Mass is held in November to coincide with the Month of All Souls. In addition to a number ... read more - Marriage prep seminar enlightens
Couples from all across the Diocese of Venice recently attended a marriage prep “Day of Reflection” seminar specially designed for engaged couples preparing for the Sacrament of Holy Matrimony. A volunteer team of married couples, clergy, and Natural Family Planning instructors shared their experiences and information Nov. 13, 2021, ... read more - Unraveling the Roots of Men’s Trauma – Post Conference reflection and looking ahead
By Nathan Misirian, Special to the Florida Catholic Whether you are new or have been active since the start of the Pro-Life movement, it is common to see women as leaders, facilitators, counselors, and participants in healing. Looking more broadly at our culture, the predominant conversation in the media and ... read more - News Briefs for the Week of Nov. 19, 2021
Parish has Family Weekend St. Michael Parish in Wauchula had a Family Weekend on Nov. 13-14, 2021. Each day include talks in English and Spanish for the adults and children, fun for the whole family, dinner, prayer time, the opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Holy Mass. Some ... read more - Veterans Day Mass returns to Sarasota National Cemetery after virtual 2020 celebration
NEW YORK – After going virtual in 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Bishop Frank Dewane of Venice returns to the Sarasota National Cemetery today for the 12th annual Veterans Day Mass to honor the men and women who have served and continue to serve the U.S. “It’s celebratory. It’s ... read more