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During a segment of “Francesco” which discussed Pope Francis’ pastoral care of Catholics who identify as LGBT, the pope made two distinct comments. He said first that: “Homosexuals have a right to be a part of the family. They’re children of God and have a right to a family. Nobody should be thrown out, or be made miserable because of it.” While the pope did not elaborate on the meaning of those remarks in the video...

In keeping with its mission, the Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops (FCCB) aims to educate and inform Catholics and provide resources to assist the faithful with their responsibility to participate in political life. To help inform voters before casting their ballots, the positions of the presidential candidates on a range of issues have been compiled from policies, public statements, official and campaign websites, and other resources.

Bishop William Wack, CSC, of the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee celebrated a Mass of thanksgiving on the fifth anniversary of the opening of the cause for canonization of Antonio Cuipa and his companions October 12 in Tallahassee.

As Catholics approach the polls, we are asking to weigh many important issues. The U.S. bishops have reaffirmed that "the threat of abortion remains our preeminent priority because it directly attacks life itself, because it takes place within the sanctuary of the family, and because of the number of lives destroyed."

Gerard "Jerry" Robert Williamson, 83, joined the Lord after passing away at Pensacola Baptist Hospital on September 21, 2020.

Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Greetings in the Lord. Once again, our community has experienced the power and the fury of another major hurricane. Hurricane Sally claimed at least three lives and caused significant damage to properties.

Please take note of the school closures for this week due to damage caused by Hurricane Sally.

Each election cycle, the FCCB conducts the Candidate Questionnaire Project to assist Catholics and the broader community with the obligation to become active citizens and informed voters. Knowing where the candidates stand on matters concerning human life and dignity and the advancement of the common good is essential to responsible faithful citizenship.

A letter sent to Catholic Youth Sports League (CYSL) parents July 31, 2020, from the director of the organization, Tony Howard, stated that there would be a delay in starting fall sports.

UPDATE 7/28/2020: The Office for Catholic Schools announces the delay of the first day of school due to the COVID-19 outbreak. Other details of the 2020-2021 school calendar will be determined and announced by each individual school. Read more...

Two new grants are being offered to qualified students who are seeking a Catholic school education in the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee for the 2020-2021 school year. The Mustard Seed Grant will provide a one-time $2000 tuition assistance grant for 25 Catholic students in grades K-12 whose family is entering one of the diocesan schools for the first time. Multiple siblings may qualify in the same year. The Mustard Seed Grant is an initiative, which is the outcome of a partnership between the Diocese of Pensacola-Tallahassee and the Catholic Foundation of Northwest Florida...

WASHINGTON – Following the publication of a national news story on Catholic churches receiving loans through the Paycheck Protection Program, Archbishop Paul S. Coakley of Oklahoma City, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee on Domestic Justice and Human Development, issued the following statement in response:

"Thankfully, the Supreme Court has confirmed our right as Catholics to practice our faith – not only in our schools and churches but in every aspect of our lives.

WASHINGTON – The Little Sisters of the Poor recently went to the Supreme Court of the United States again to defend their community against attempts to force Catholic religious to cooperate with immoral activities, and again, the Supreme Court has recognized their right to religious freedom.

WASHINGTON –The Supreme Court of the United States has issued its decision in the consolidated cases of Our Lady of Guadalupe School v. Morrissey-Berru and St. James School v. Biel.

The Office for Catholic Schools and its principals and directors, in collaboration with the Florida Department of Education, Florida Catholic Conference of Bishops, local health officials, and other Diocesan staff, have worked diligently to develop a school Return to Campus Plan that allows students to continue their studies in person through processes that reduce health-related risks while maintaining an environment in which our students encounter quality academics, social interaction, and Catholic immersion...

The Florida Conference of Catholic Bishops thanks Governor Ron DeSantis for signing into law today SB-404, a bill that requires parental consent before a minor has an abortion. This common-sense measure simply holds abortion to the same consent requirements as most every other medical decision involving a child, including simple interventions such as taking an aspirin or getting ears pierced.

WASHINGTON— Archbishop Thomas G. Wenski of Miami, the acting chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops’ (USCCB) Committee for Religious Liberty has encouraged Catholics to pray and uphold religious liberty at home and abroad during Religious Freedom Week 2020.

The following priests have received new appointments beginning July 1, 2020...

Starting on June 15, 2020, Bishop Wack will allow parish ministry gatherings to resume within the diocese under the discretion and supervision of the parish pastor. Each event is to be planned in advance and approved by the pastor after all diocesan safety guidelines have been considered. Both Catholic high schools, which are inter-parochial, may resume similar activities and gatherings under the supervision of the principal.