All are invited after the Masses on June 25 and 26 for a farewell for Father Kovanis. There will be a lite reception in the Conesa Center following the four weekend Masses to say goodbye to Father as he takes leave of Prince of Peace. Please consider attending to show your support for our wonderful pastor!

Holy Hour of Eucharistic Exposition and Benediction to Launch the National Eucharistic Revival in the Diocese of St. Petersburg on Sunday June 19, 2022 at 3 P.M.

HOLY WEEK CONFESSION SCHEDULE

During the July 1917 apparition at Fatima, Our Lady said to Lucia,“I shall come to ask... that on the First Saturday of every month, Communions of reparation be made in atonement for the sins of the world.” 3 The messages Our Lady imparted to the three children were a recommendation for devotion to the Immaculate Heart of Mary as a way to save souls and bring peace to the world. It predicted an end to the Great War, but predicted a worse one if people did not cease offending God.

On March 31st , the feast of Our Lady of the Holy Cross, you are invited to join members of Mary’s Helpers Ministry immediately following the daily 8 a.m. Mass to pray Mary’s Way of the Cross. Mary walked with Jesus on his way to the Cross.

Ladies Ancient Order of Hibernians Annual Easter Flowers, Bake and Craft sale will be held on Saturday, April 2 after 4:00 P.M. Mass and Sunday April 3 after all Masses 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. Sunday’s Sale will include a Bake Sale and a Craft Table of beautiful items hand made by our Hibernian sisters.

All are invited to a celebration of the Annunciation after Mass, Friday, March 25, for a Lenten breakfast. Following a German Lenten tradition, we will serve hard-boiled eggs and soft pretzels along with mini-quiches, strawberries, coffee, tea, and juice. We will explore the Annunciation in Art and honor Mary in song.

To celebrate the feast of St. Joseph, Prince of Peace will be hosting a special blessing of breads. This event traditionally called St. Joseph’s table, is a day celebration and commemoration of St. Joseph the spouse of Mary. While the tradition gets its origins from Italy it has been adopted world wide. Italians say the use of bread crumbs in food preparation this day is important as they represent saw dust in commemoration of St. Josephs’ work as a carpenter.

My heart aches greatly at the worsening situation in Ukraine. Despite the diplomatic efforts of the last few weeks, increasingly alarming scenarios are opening up.

To celebrate its 52nd Anniversary, Prince of Peace Catholic Church is hosting an Open House on Saturday, February 26. We invite everyone, Catholic and non-Catholic alike, to participate in a guided tour of Prince of Peace Catholic Church from 10-11:30 A.M.

Suncoast Catholic Ministry is hosting the 12th annual men's conference and Spirit FM is hosting the 7th annual women's conference.

As a Church, we are committed to accompanying all women, including those experiencing unplanned pregnancies or considering abortion. One way that we have been serving pregnant women and their families is through the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ initiative Walking with Moms in Need, which connects parishioners with volunteer opportunities at community pregnancy resource centers.

Turn your car into cash for Prince of Peace! Vehicle donations to Prince of Peace have the potential to bring hundreds and sometimes even thousands of dollars in support of our programs. Donating is easy, the pick-up is free, and your gift is tax-deductible.

Prince of Peace will be offering additional confession times to ensure all those who wish to receive this important sacrament before Christmas can do so.

You are invited to the lighting of our parish Christmas tree and ornament exchange to be held on Thursday, December 16, 6:30 – 8:00 p.m. in the Conesa Center. Bring an ornament to share and receive one yourself. We will pray for the family from whom we’ve received our ornament. We are planning on serving seasonal beverages, listening to Christmas music, and enjoying one another’s company as we prepare for the birth of our Lord.

Join us Monday, December 6 at 7:00 P.M. as Prince of Peace will be hosting the Southeast Deanery Prayer and catechesis synod session. This is part one of the deaneries two-part Synod session. Attendees will be given a brief history of the synod, guided prayer and meditation, the questions the Holy Father is asking, and what steps there are moving forward with the synod.

Prince of Peace is excited to welcome special guest Father Jonathan Stephanz to provide an afternoon of reflection this Advent. Join us on December 18th to hear reflections on the incredible season of Advent and prepare your hearts for the great invasion of the Lord in your life and in the world around you. This event will be held in the Conesa Center on December 18, from 1:00 to 3:00 P.M.

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The Prince of Peace community came together to wish our very own Bryan Mando a happy retirement. Bryan has served as Facilities Supervisor for almost 8 years and is a beloved member of the staff and parish community. Bryan will be missed by all for his hard work, dedication, and his joyful personality.

November 2nd, the Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed, dovetails with November 1st, the feast of All Saints. The saints, our models of Christian living, are one with God in heaven. All the faithful departed are those who have died with hope and trust in a loving God who calls us to greater growth and development, even beyond death. This growth and development occurs in a state of being that we have traditionally called purgatory.