Eucharistic Encounter, Help for Homeless, and Freedom of Speech

About this episode

Bishop Parkes discusses a joyful event for the Diocese of St. Petersburg, the blessing of a new Tampa Hope community center, and the implications of freedom of speech in light of recent events.

Bishop Parkes shares his joy for a wonderful event for the faithful of the Diocese of St. Petersburg. He also shares his recent blessing for a new Tampa Hope community center. Finally he talks about the Charlie Kirk slaying and the impact it has had in our nation, especially regarding freedom of speech and expression with regard to the Church.

People in this episode

Host: Parkes

Topics covered

• Eucharistic Encounter
• homelessness
• freedom of speech
• Church

Keywords

• Diocese of St. Petersburg
• Tampa Hope
• Charlie Kirk

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