Diocese of Venice in Florida

Diocese of Venice in Florida The Catholic Diocese of Venice in Florida. The Most Rev. The Diocese of Venice includes 61 Parishes and 15 Catholic schools.

Emilio Biosca is the current Bishop of the Diocese, the shepherd to more than 260,000 Catholics in southwest Florida. The Diocese of Venice in Florida is a diocese of the Roman Catholic Church. The local ordinary is the Most Reverend Bishop Frank J. Dewane, who has served the Diocese since 2007. The Diocese of Venice is comprised of the 250,000 Roman Catholics in the counties of Charlotte, Collier, DeSoto, Glades, Hardee, Hendry, Highlands, Lee, Manatee, and Sarasota.

Nine Months with Christ in the WombSeptember 6—Week 23 | Jesus heard the voice of his earthly father, Joseph for the fir...
09/06/2026

Nine Months with Christ in the Womb
September 6—Week 23 | Jesus heard the voice of his earthly father, Joseph for the first time this week. Its strong reassuring quality put Jesus right to sleep. Jesus of the womb, Hear our prayers!

On Saturday, September 5th, young adults from different parishes gathered at St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Naples for ...
09/06/2026

On Saturday, September 5th, young adults from different parishes gathered at St. Peter the Apostle Parish in Naples for Surrender, a retreat organized by the St. John Paul II Young Adult Group. It was a day filled with prayer, formation, Mass, and reconciliation, accompanied by four Capuchin Franciscan friars. Our heartfelt thanks to Fr. David A. Portorreal, Fr. Wilian Montalvo Tello, and the entire St. Peter community for their warm hospitality. Special gratitude as well to the St. John Paul II Young Adult Group for their outstanding service and dedication. And above all, thanks be to God for the many graces poured out during this beautiful retreat. May the fruits of Surrender continue to grow in every heart.

SAINT OF THE MONTHSeptember 5, 2026: St. Teresa of CalcuttaMother Teresa was the founder of the Missionaries of Charity,...
09/05/2026

SAINT OF THE MONTH
September 5, 2026: St. Teresa of Calcutta

Mother Teresa was the founder of the Missionaries of Charity, a religious order devoted to serving the poorest of the poor. She saw Christ in every human person. May her witness remind us of God’s presence among those most in need, especially the preborn, the poor, the sick, and the aged.

St. Teresa of Calcutta, pray for us!

09/03/2026

We give thanks to God for all the blessings we experienced during Totus Tuus 2026!

Our heartfelt gratitude goes to the DREs, Youth Leaders, volunteers, and parents who made this beautiful mission possible. A very special thank-you to all the children and young people who participated with such joy, enthusiasm, and openness to growing in their faith. We are also deeply grateful to our 18 missionaries, who spent two months traveling throughout the Diocese of Venice and visiting 20 parishes. Through their love for Jesus, Mary, and the Church, they brought a message of faith, joy, and hope to our communities. Above all, we thank the Lord, who loves us infinitely, always walks beside us, and never stops giving everything for us. Thank you for making Totus Tuus 2026 an unforgettable experience!

Theology on Tap September 17Join us for an evening of fellowship, faith and fun with T. Adam Van Wart, Ph.D., Associate ...
09/03/2026

Theology on Tap September 17
Join us for an evening of fellowship, faith and fun with T. Adam Van Wart, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Theology at Ave Maria University. He will speak about "The Importance of Vatican II." Thursday, September 17 7:00-9:00 p.m. Oak & Stone
5405 University Parkway, University Park Bring a friend and join the conversation!

Please join us at San Pedro Parish14380 Tamiami Trail, North Port, in the Chapel onThursday, September 10th at 5:15 pm f...
09/03/2026

Please join us at San Pedro Parish
14380 Tamiami Trail, North Port, in the Chapel on
Thursday, September 10th at 5:15 pm for a Prayer Vigil to
pray for the end of the death penalty in Florida.
We pray for everyone involved in the ex*****on process; the doctor administering the ex*****on, all of the witnesses, a conversion of the condemned, the victims and their families.
The vigil will coincide with the scheduled ex*****on of
Daniel Owen Conahan, Jr., who is set to become the 15th person executed in Florida this year. The vigil lasts less than an hour and includes hymns, a Gospel reading, reflections, intercessions, and a praying of the Rosary.
A pause will take place at 6 p.m., the time Florida ex*****ons take place.
All are welcome and encouraged to attend.
Image:
The Conversion of Mary Magdalene (Paolo Veronese)
Represents repentance, forgiveness, and a return to God.
A beautiful image of a sinner responding to Christ's call.
True conversion is more than a change of heart. It is the decision to follow Christ each day through prayer, sacrifice, and faithful witness. Like St. Mary Magdalene, may we respond to His mercy by putting our faith into action.
*****on *****ons *****on

A weekly MEDITATIVE ROSARY FOR HUMAN DIGNITY will begin at 11 a.m. on Friday, 9/11/26, at St. Francis Xavier Church chap...
09/01/2026

A weekly MEDITATIVE ROSARY FOR HUMAN DIGNITY will begin at
11 a.m. on Friday, 9/11/26, at St. Francis Xavier Church chapel,
2057 Cleveland Ave., Fort Myers.

We will pray 10 Rosary decades for particular needs, including: as a remote support for the Sidewalk Advocates at abortion facilities; for the Souls in Purgatory; for unity throughout the human family; and for the personal intentions of those who are present.

If you are available, remain in church for weekly Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament, which begins at noon.

Start your weekend in prayer with our Lord, our Lady, and our community.

Call the parish office at 239-334-2161 if you have questions. The rosary is sponsored by The Respect Life Ministry at St. Francis Xavier.

Pray for Priests Calendar - The Diocese of Venice is blessed to have 119 priests on official assignment in the Diocese. ...
09/01/2026

Pray for Priests Calendar - The Diocese of Venice is blessed to have 119 priests on official assignment in the Diocese. The Pray for Priests Calendar honors a priest each day with a designated day for prayer and gratitude; all priests in the Diocese are listed on at least one day during the year. If you do not see your priest listed this month, please check again next month! (Priests are honored daily throughout the year via alphabetical order.) Download your very own calendar at dioceseofvenice.org

Join Bishop Emilio on Sunday, October 11, for a pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augusti...
08/31/2026

Join Bishop Emilio on Sunday, October 11, for a pilgrimage to the National Shrine of Our Lady of La Leche in St. Augustine!

Holy Mass will be celebrated at 11:00 a.m., followed by lunch at 12:15 p.m. Attendance is free, but registration is required and will remain open until capacity is reached.

Register today: https://dioceseofvenice.regfox.com/st-augustine-pilgrimage

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1000 Pinebrook Road
Venice, FL
34285

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+19412755183

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