Bishop Gregory Parkes Bishop Gregory Parkes & Spirit FM 90.5
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- Religion & Spirituality
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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 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. 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.
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Simplifying Your Prayer Life
Bishop Parkes reminds the faithful to not become overwhelmed with rote prayers or colorful prayers, but to listen to what God is saying to you in the quiet of your heart.
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Rich Treasury of Prayers
Bishop Parkes encourages the faithful who struggle in prayer to look to the Catholic Church's rich treasury of prayers and devotions.
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The Role of Mary in Salvation History
At the start of the new year, we remember the role of Mary in salvation history.
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Blessings on a New Year!
Bishop Parkes prays for God's blessings on a new year.
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Christmas Nativity
Bishop Parkes reminds us of the 800th anniversary of the creation of the Nativity scene and its importance to the faithful.
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Preparing for Christmas this Advent
Bishop Parkes reminds us what the season of Advent is really for.