DIOCESAN OFFICES

Memorial Day Mass
Join us on May 31, 2021 at 10:00 AM for the Memorial Mass at Calvary Catholic Cemetery, 11801 US Highway 19 North, Clearwater.

Monsignor Robert F. Morris, Vicar General of the Diocese of St. Petersburg, will be the main celebrant.  Please join us for this special Mass, as we remember those who gave their lives in service to our country and all the souls of all the faithful departed.  All are welcome!

Did You Know?
How Old Does a Child Need to Be in Order to Stay Alone?
Don’t assume that when your child understands what you’re saying, he’s ready to walk out the door by himself. Besides the fact that many states have laws against leaving children of certain ages alone (for example, younger than 12), experts say children shouldn’t be left by themselves until they’re capable of fighting off an abductor or handling a crisis situation. Experts also say children do not have the mental maturity to cross busy streets by themselves until they’re about 10 or 12 years old. (Did you know that pedestrian injuries rank third in child fatalities, behind traffic accidents and drowning?) Finally, parents who are certain their young children would never walk away with a stranger will be shocked to learn that studies show they probably will. Stay alert and vigilant, even if you believe your child is aware of possible dangers from others.

For particular help you may call: Michael Craig, Safe Environment Program Manager at (727) 344-1611, ext. 5377.
Source: “Know the Rules . . . After-School Safety Tips for Children Who Are Home Alone,” www.missingkids.com.

PARISHES AND ORGANIZATIONS

Post Abortion Healing – Project Rachel
Project Rachel is a confidential healing ministry for the many people, both men and women who have been impacted by an abortion decision.
Upcoming healing programs include:
One Day Project Rachel Retreat, Raphael’s Way ($20 reg. fee)
Saturday,  June 5, 2021 – Largo, FL
Saturday,  June 26, 2021– (Men only) -Tampa, FL
Flyer available at this link:  https://bit.ly/2Rc3Bj3

Weekend Rachel’s Vineyard Retreats ($200 reg. fee)
English:   July 9-11, 2021 – Clearwater, FL
Spanish:  October 22-24 – Tampa. FL
Flyers at the following links:  (Spanish:  https://bit.ly/3vXcBaI) (English:  https://bit.ly/33wmyQ5)

For more details and registration: please call/text 813-924-4173 or email projectrachel@ccdosp.org.

Announcement with picture at this link:  https://bit.ly/2RBanyN.