Share Your News, Events, & Stories with the Diocese!
The Diocese of Saint Petersburg shares stories of faith, service, and mission across our five counties through our digital and print communications. We invite parishes, schools, ministries, and organizations to submit news and story ideas so we can help amplify how Christ is at work in our local Church.
Your submissions may be considered for publication across diocesan platforms, including:
- Diocese of Saint Petersburg website (dosp.org)
- Gulf Coast Catholic magazine
- The Wednesday Wave e-newsletter
- Diocesan press releases and media outreach
- Radio station 90.5 WBVM Spirit FM
- Diocesan social media accounts
What Can You Share?
Parish events & celebrations
Faith, prayer, & parish life
Outreach & service stories
Ministry highlights & people
Choose How to Share
Share Good News or an Event
Use this form to submit announcements, upcoming events, milestones, awards, or brief good news from your parish, school, or ministry. These submissions help us highlight timely updates and moments worth celebrating.
Submit a Story for Publication
Use this form to submit a completed article, feature story, or in-depth testimony that may be considered for Gulf Coast Catholic, the diocesan website, or other diocesan publications.
Where Your Story Can Shine
WEBSITE
Our diocesan website, www.dosp.org shares news, ministries, and resources across the Diocese. Events submitted through the Event Calendar are visible to the entire community.
WEDNESDAY WAVE
Our weekly diocesan e-newsletter delivers timely updates, featured stories, and important announcements directly to inboxes across the Diocese.
GULF COAST CATHOLIC MAGAZINE
This quarterly print magazine shares in-depth stories of faith and mission with 95,000 households throughout the Diocese. We welcome story ideas (see the submission guidelines) that highlight parish life, ministries, and Catholic witness.
PRESS RELEASES & MEDIA OUTREACH
Help extend your message beyond the Diocese. We assist with press releases (read our guidelines) and media outreach to share news and events with local and regional media outlets.
SOCIAL MEDIA
Our social media platforms highlight the life of the Church in real time—celebrating faith, service, and community across the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
SPIRIT FM 90.5
Our Catholic radio station shares stories of faith, events, and ministry throughout Tampa Bay. Submit ideas, announcements, or stories for possible on-air coverage. See our appearance guidelines and our Calendar submission guidelines for more information.
Ready to Share?
Thank you for bringing your stories to the Diocese of Saint Petersburg! Together, we can inspire, inform, and unite our community in faith. Send us your stories today so we can help share the Good News! Choose one of the links below. Please note: submitting does not guarantee coverage.
What Happens After You Submit?
All submissions are reviewed by the diocesan communications team. Due to volume and editorial planning, not all submissions can be published, but every story is carefully considered. A team member may contact you for additional information, photos, or clarification.
Tips for a Strong Submission
- Include names, parish or organization, and clear contact information
- Share why this story matters to the Church
- Include photos when possible (with permissions)
- Keep event submissions timely and include dates and locations
Questions?
If you are unsure which form to use or have questions about submitting content, please contact the Office of Communications.