St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church

Our God, the creator of all things, is physical. Tangible. Flesh and Blood. He is here, on earth, in the Eucharist.

The 10th National Eucharistic Congress was certainly a new Pentecost. Catholic speakers exhorted the throng of pilgrims, preaching the Gospel and reality of our Eucharistic Lord with passion and strength. Thousands of religious brothers and sisters, priests, and laity from all walks of life adored and consumed Christ in the flesh. Over 60,000 total pilgrims traveled to Indianapolis, Indiana, and about 53,000 pilgrims walked with Jesus in procession through the streets of the city.

This congress marks a turning point in the history of the church in the United States. Rather than being the “end” of the National Eucharistic Revival, this is really a beginning.

We can’t remain unchanged by the reality of the Eucharist. It is truly the Body and Blood of Christ, as our Lord himself says: “For my flesh is true food, and my blood is true drink” (John 6:55). This demands a response. We must allow ourselves to be transformed by His Body and His love.

As the body of Christ, we must now go out, be sent, and tell all nations about the reality of our Lord. We must be bold, be courageous, and be heroic. We must follow the example of the apostles and the saints. The faith must be shared, because the Eucharist is too sweet a food to be kept to ourselves.

All of the main talks and content from the National Eucharistic Congress can be found in a playlist on EWTN’s YouTube channel here:

https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PL9CQlldupc5-TAMz3fOlJwyBO3zWLQFVv&si=DW408ExqvJg9L_FV

16th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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📢🙏 Calling all prayer warriors! 🙏📢

Please pray for our parishioners, members of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, and all other pilgrims as we travel to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis, Indiana this week! ✈️✨

May all travelers arrive safely and be filled with the grace of our Lord, Jesus Christ in the Holy Eucharist 🕊️✝️

15th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Happy Feast of St. Benedict, Abbot!

Today, we honor St. Benedict, the "Father of Western Monasticism," whose wisdom and guidance have shaped the spiritual lives of countless individuals over the centuries. Through his Rule of St. Benedict, he taught us the importance of balancing prayer and work in our daily lives.

St. Benedict’s motto, "Ora et Labora" ("Pray and Work"), challenges us to live our faith fully, authentically, and to integrate it into every moment of our lives. His commitment to community, hospitality, and humility is a beacon for all who seek a deeper relationship with God.

St. Benedict, pray for us! 🙏

14th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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🎆🎊Happy Independence Day!🎊🎆

Today, we celebrate the birth of our great nation and the freedoms we hold dear. As we enjoy the festivities, let us also take a moment to reflect on the values that make America special.

In the spirit of our Catholic faith, we remember the words of St. John Paul II: "Freedom consists not in doing what we like, but in having the right to do what we ought." Let us use our freedom to serve others, to promote justice, and to build a society that reflects God's love and mercy.

Please note that our Parish Office will be closed today and tomorrow in observance of the national holiday. We will reopen on Monday, July 8th.

Wishing you and your loved ones a blessed and joyful 4th of July! 🎆🙏

Today we celebrate the Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle, famously known as 'Doubting Thomas.' His journey from doubt to faith serves as a powerful reminder that questioning can lead to a deeper understanding and stronger belief in our faith. Let us honor his legacy by embracing our own faith journey, with all its questions and revelations.

✝️Join us in welcoming Fr. Drew, who begins at St. Catherine of Siena this week!✝️

"My name is Fr. Drew Woodke! I was born and raised in Brandon, and received all of my sacraments at Nativity Catholic Church. I grew up playing all the typical team sports, but focused on cross country, track and basketball in high school. I am also an avid sports fan! My professional teams are the Bucs, Lightning, and Rays. For college I cheer for Florida, Notre Dame football, and Villanova basketball. Prior to entering seminary I obtained a bachelor’s degree in Theology from Franciscan University of Steubenville, and worked as a high school youth minister at St. Stephen’s in Riverview.

I was ordained in 2020 (a classmate of Fr. Connor Penn) where I received a bachelors in Philosophy and a masters in Divinity. I have spent the past four years at St. Timothy’s. While at St. Timothy’s I had an active presence in youth ministry, helping with retreats and accompanying many groups to Covecrest, Hidden Lake, as well as foreign mission trips. For the next two years I will be working on a masters degree in Church Management from Villanova University.

I chant most of the mass. This is something you will find out very quick after I start. When I’m not busy with parish activities, you can find me at the local gym working out, on the golf course, and occasionally might find me fishing or at the beach.

I’m excited to join the St. Catherine of Siena community, and can’t wait to meet each of you!"

13th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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🗝🗡✨ Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Apostles ✨🗡🗝

Today, we celebrate Saints Peter and Paul, pillars of our faith. Peter, the rock of the Church, and Paul, the great missionary, inspire us with their courage and dedication.

🙏 Prayer: "Saints Peter and Paul, pray for us! Guide us to be bold in faith and steadfast in sharing the Gospel. Amen."



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12th Sunday in Ordinary Time

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Congratulations to our very own Msgr. Morris! We’re so honored and blessed to have you as our pastor!

Congratulations to the Poole family on their new home! It was a privilege to participate in such an incredible project. We look forward to helping even more families move into their new homes and live blessed lives!

2023-24 Faith Build: The Poole Family Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas and West Pasco Counties is excited to introduce the Poole Family. Micah and Ashley are the proud parents of four children. B...

"Be firm, be virile, be a man, and then be a Saint." - St. Josemaría Escrivá

Happy Fathers Day! 👨👨‍👧‍👦

Ignite Youth Ministry would like to invite all rising 8th graders, High Schoolers, recent high school graduates, and their families for a night out at the Ballpark! ⚾️

Email Madre Collins at [email protected] for more information!

Happy Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus! ✝❤️‍🔥

Join us for Mass on Sunday, June 2nd, as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Body and Blood of Christ, or Corpus Christi Sunday! We will be having a Eucharistic Procession around the Parish Campus at the end of the 2:30 pm Spanish Mass, so please join us as we reverence and worship our Lord in the most Holy Eucharist!

Additionally, Corpus Christi will mark the end of the Parish Year of the National Eucharistic Revival. However, our devotions as a parish and the mission of the National Eucharistic Revival continues! For more information, please visit our website at:
https://scosparish.org/national-eucharistic-revival

Thank you to all those who came to help with Habitat for Humanity of Pinellas & West Pasco Counties’ Faith Build on May 21st! 🏠 Your efforts have helped create a home for a family in need.

For those interested in participating in the next Faith build, please contact Mark Lobstein at: [email protected]

Join us for Mass on Sunday, May 26th, as we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity! May we continue to love, reverence, honor, and glorify our almighty truine God.

Hermanos(as) todos estan invitados a participar en la vigilia de Pentecostes. Tendremos exposicion al santisimo, alabanzas y oracion en familia. Ven con toda tu familia y llenate del Espiritu Santo!
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Brothers and sisters, everyone is invited to participate in the Pentecost Vigil. We will have exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, and praise and prayer as a family. Come with your whole family and be filled with the Holy Spirit!

👩‍🎓Calling all graduating seniors!👨‍🎓

Come join us for our Graduation Mass for High School Seniors on Sunday, May 19th at 6:00 pm!

Happy Feast of St. Catherine of Siena!

St. Catherine of Siena was a Dominican tertiary, mystic, and Doctor of the Church born in 1347 in Siena, Italy. She is renowned for her profound spirituality, acts of charity, and influence during the tumultuous times of the Avignon Papacy. St. Catherine dedicated her life to serving God and the Church, advocating for reform and the return of the papacy to Rome. She corresponded with popes, kings, and common people, offering spiritual guidance and counsel. Her mystical experiences, including visions and conversations with God, are documented in her writings, most notably The Dialogue. Canonized in 1461, St. Catherine is celebrated as a model of holiness, courage, and devotion to God. Her feast day is April 29th.

St. Catherine of Siena, pray for us!

Parishioners of St. Catherine of Siena,

Our Most Reverend Gregory Parkes, Bishop of St. Petersburg, has announced several clergy changes for the diocese, effective July 1, 2024. The following changes will occur for our parish:

- Reverend Connor D. Penn, from Parochial Vicar of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Clearwater to Parochial Vicar of St. Timothy Parish, Lutz.

- Reverend Mark A. (Drew) Woodke, from Parochial Vicar of St. Timothy Parish, Lutz to Parochial Vicar of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Clearwater.

- Reverend Amaro Vásquez Ortiz [Diocese of Chimbote, Peru], from Parochial Vicar of Sacred Heart Parish, Pinellas Park to Parochial Vicar of St. Catherine of Siena Parish, Clearwater.

Please join us as we pray for our priests who will be transitioning to new assignments this coming summer.

Blessings,
Monsignor Robert F. Morris