2019 Annual Pastoral Appeal - Be "Courageous"
With the New Year comes the launch of the 2019 APA. Please remember that we strive for a successful effort here in our parish. Be "Courageous" in your gift because the outreach funded through APA gives hope to those in need and to those seeking a closer relationship with God.
All Married Couples, Save the date
Coming soon to Espiritu Santo Catholic Church is a one day Marriage Enrichment program."The Married & in Love-Most of the Time" program is a great opportunity to look at the positive side of your marriage and learn new techniques to be a great spouse and parent. Registration forms will also be available in the Parish Office.
New Member Welcome
We wish you a warm "WELCOME" to our stewardship parish community and are glad you have chosen us. Snowbirds needing a Florida Catholic community, newly registered or need to register families are invited to attend a complimentary luncheon followed by short, 20 minute presentation about Espiritu Santo Church and School.
ESCS Luck of The Draw Raffle
During the month of March, ESCS will draw three tickets every Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday from Monday, March 4, 2019 to Wednesday, March 29, 2019 and will have an extra drawing of three (3) tickets the week of St. Patrick’s Day on Thursday, March 19, 2019. Your ticket is entered in each drawing, each day. Buy Now
Help Package Meals for Those in Need
The Helping Hands Ministry is our parish effort to take action to help feed our poor neighbors overseas
and to help reduce global poverty! This is a Partnership Event connecting our parish resources with Catholic Relief Services and Stop Hunger Now. So bring your family and friends for a fun volunteer experience!
Register Now
Enter for a Chance to WIN $20,000 CASH
Enter for a Chance to WIN $20,000 CASH in the Clearwater Central Catholic High School raffle. Tickets are $25 each or 5 for $100. Proceeds benefit the students at CCC with enhancements to academic and co-curricular programs. Buy Tickets Now
Thank you for your Generosity
Saturday, February 23
Where: Espiritu Santo Catholic Church
Contact: Tom or Margaret Krivchena or call 727.789.5887
Event Fee: $40 includes materials and meals
Monday, February 25
Registration Closes Tuesday, February 26
$50 (1st ticket drawn), $100 (2nd ticket drawn), & $500 (3rd ticket drawn)
Your ticket is entered in each drawing, each day!
Saturday, March 16
Join Us in Fighting Global Hunger!
Times:
Check In 10:15 am
One Shift Only 10:30 am-12:30 pm
Where: Parish Center
Deadline by Midnight on March 28
Drawing is March 30, 2019 at the Marauder Fest 2019-Jerseys & Jeans fundraising event at Raymond James Stadium – winner need not be present.
Thank you for your support!
God doesn't call the qualified. He qualifies the called.
An Invitation from the Lay Pastoral Ministry Institute (LPMI)!
Witness the love of Christ through the use of your gifts to glorify and praise God through serving those in need of spiritual joy, compassion and love.
"All who touched the tassel of His cloak were healed." (Matthew 14:36)
U.S. Bishops Receive Letter from Pope Francis As They Gather for Spiritual Retreat
WASHINGTON— The U.S. Bishops have received a letter from Pope Francis as they gather in northern Illinois at Mundelein Seminary this week. The weeklong retreat is taking place at the invitation of Pope Francis who has asked all bishops in the United States to pause in prayer as the Church seeks to respond to the signs of the times.
The Preacher to the Papal Household, Capuchin Friar Father Raniero Cantalamessa, O.F.M. Cap., is directing the retreat under the theme of “He appointed Twelve, to be with Him and to Send Out to Preach” based on Mark 3:14. The structure of the retreat includes time for quiet reflection, including silent meal times, daily Mass, time for personal and communal prayer before the Blessed Sacrament, vespers, and an opportunity for confession. No ordinary business is being conducted during the retreat.
Mundelein Seminary, located on the campus of the University of St. Mary of the Lake, is the principal seminary and school of theology for the formation of priests in the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Chicago and educates nearly 200 seminarians from 34 dioceses across the country and around the world.
Pope Francis’s full letter can be found here in both English and Spanish:
From the Office of the Bishop Reminder about Bishop Parkes’ Official Social Media Accounts:
We have received several reports of fake social media accounts for Bishop Parkes, through which financial assistance has been requested. Please be advised that Bishop Parkes DOES NOT contact individuals through the private or direct messaging features on social media and Bishop Parkes DOES NOT ask individuals to donate money via the private or direct messaging features on social media. If someone pretending to be Bishop Parkes contacts you on social media, please block and report the account. Do not respond to them.
Bishop Parkes' official social media accounts are as
follows:
Facebook:
facebook.com/BishopParkes
Twitter:
twiMer.com/bishopparkes
Instagram:
instagram.com/bishopparkes
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Our School PreK - 8th
Espiritu Santo Catholic School
Educating more than 400 students in grades Pk3-8 VPK provider!
Stewardship Reflection
“But rather, love your enemies and do good to them, and lend without expecting anything back.” (Luke 6:35)
Easier said than done, right? But, if we are to imitate Christ, most of us need to practice mercy and compassion more frequently. Start with the little daily annoyances that we experience, the unkind word or hateful glance we receive.
Welcome Visitors
Please come by or call the Church Office at 727.726.8477 to pick up a New Member Packet to join this dynamic parish of God's people.
Mission Statement
―The welcoming community of Espiritu Santo, inspired by the Holy Spirit is committed to encountering Christ by spreading the joy of the Gospel, celebrating the sacraments, serving with compassion, and embracing all on our journey of faith together.
