Announcements ~ January 27, 2025

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DIOCESAN OFFICES

Zoom Support Group for Family, Relatives, and Friends of Victims of Clergy Sexual Abuse
Most often family members, relatives and friends do not have anyone to talk with about their loved one’s abuse. The Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, is offering a Zoom Support Group, on the second Monday of each month, from 7:30-9:00 p.m. Eastern Time for anyone who would like to participate.  These meetings are confidential and no one is forced to contribute unless they choose to.

For more information, please contact Paula Kaempffer, Coordinator of Restorative Practices and Survivor Support, for the Archdiocese of Saint Paul and Minneapolis, at kaempfferp@archspm.org or call 763-688-3978.


Catholic Days at the Capitol
Now is the time to register to attend Catholic Days at the Capitol which will be held on March 18-19, 2025.  The Bishops of Florida invite you to advocate for the protection of human life & dignity as lawmakers continue the important work of shaping Florida’s laws and future for the common good.  Events include a legislative briefing, awards breakfast & 50th Annual Red Mass of the Holy Spirit.

For more information and to register, please visit: https://www.dosp.org/life/catholic-days-at-the-capitol/.
If you have questions, please email: lifeministries@dosp.org.


Good Counsel Camp Update
A new Master Planning process has started at Good Counsel Camp to update camp facilities and enhance programming. These improvements are much needed and will provide the foundation for long-term success for future generations.

Flyer at this link.


PARISHES/ORGANIZATIONS

Learn about Natural Family Planning
St Gianna Center is offering free introductory sessions for couples looking to naturally achieve or avoid pregnancy.  During an Intro Session you’ll learn cycle charting using the Creighton Model.  If you are interested in attending a session via Zoom, please visit https://www.stgiannacenter.com/events/ or call St Gianna’s Center at 813-421-4625.

(Please enter the date below based on your upcoming bulletin)
Next Session is:
Saturday, February 15 at 10:00 AM
Thursday, March 27 at 6:30 PM
Thursday, April 24 at 6:30 PM


PILGRIMAGES AROUND THE DIOCESE

If your parish is offering a pilgrimage within the coming months, we invite you to share this information with the Pastoral Bulletin: pastoralbulletin@dosp.org.  This allows readers to view opportunities to participate in an upcoming pilgrimage.  The pilgrimages are posted in the Diocesan website under the Pastoral Bulletin page at this link.