SACRED HEART CATHOLIC CHURCH
509 North Florida Avenue, Tampa, FL 33602 Directions
Since 1905
Here’s The Deal:
"'Sacred Heart Catholic Church' was founded in 1905, and is one of Tampa's oldest cathedrals. It is located at 509 North Florida Avenue, is predominantly a Romanesque structure with other elements. The magnificent new building was dedicated, and it became Sacred Heart for its name and that of the parish. The parish has 70 stained glass windows, the most prominent are the 17 vertical windows lining the nave, which anchor each side of the transept and rim the apse. Sacred Heart has a range of meeting spaces and services which are used during Masses during the week and weekends. It is the most significant meeting room available in the parish, which usually holds Bible Study, which Sunday morning nursery classes during Mass. The church also provides a wide variety of religious objects and unique gifts. It offers a place of prayer, praise, and reflection for parishioners, tourists, and members of the downtown community.
SPECIALITY:
Baptism, Mass Times, Religious Educational Programs, Anointing of the Sick, Holy Orders, Funerals, Confirmation, Nursery, Marriage, Spiritual, Children's Morning Worship, Adult Faith Formation, Reconciliation, First Communion, Eucharist, Sunday Bible Readings & Sacrament Preparation
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ST. PAUL CATHOLIC CHURCH
12708 North Dale Mabry Highway, Tampa, FL 33618 Directions
Since 1963
Here’s The Deal:
"St. Paul Catholic Church was built-in 1963. A significant milestone was achieved in 1990, when the new church held its first mass, with seats for over 1,100 parishioners. During the early 1990s, St. Paul's continued to grow in stature and numbers. They built niches to place their refurbished icons prominently in the chapel, and thanks to an Eagle Scout initiative. They have also been allowed to install new candle stands in the church and a statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus. Their sanctuary underwent a makeover, creating a tranquil and very symbolic place of worship. The Rosary is one of the Catholic Church's most significant and most essential devotions. It is built to suit young adolescents' educational, cultural, social, and social needs. It has more than 80 ministries at its 16,700 + parishioners. The church offers a healthy, respectful, and Catholic atmosphere in which children can learn, play, and develop quickly.
SPECIALITY:
Bible Study, Spiritual, Sacraments, Religious Organisation, Adult Continuing Education, Eucharist, Daily Mass, Young Adult Ministry, Marriage, Holy Orders, Baptism, First Friday, Individual and Group Prayer, Anniversary, Anointing of the Sick, Confirmation, Special Events, Penance (Reconciliation) & Faith Formation
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ST. MARK THE EVANGELIST CATHOLIC CHURCH
9724 Cross Creek Boulevard, Tampa, FL 33647 Directions
Since 1996
Here’s The Deal:
" 'St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church' was founded in 1996 and is a lively, spiritually rich Catholic Church. They dedicated themselves to be good stewards of the many blessings of all of Christ. They present the Bible as the Living Word of God. They can understand the need for worship and prayer, the sacraments, and the history of salvation. The church, as part of their classroom program, provides three separate traditional-style Faith Building sessions. The First Mass was held on a Saturday, with 50 people attending. These sessions surround their weekly 10:30 am Mass, which is a standard option for their parish families to work together to fulfill their weekly Sunday Mass obligation.
SPECIALITY:
Adults and Families, Confirmation, Holy Orders/Vocations, Baptism, Home Based Faith Formation, Special Events, Sacraments, Prayer, First Communion, Marriage Preparation, Education, School Programs, Reconciliation, Youth Ministries, Spiritual Growth, Vocations, Holiday Mass & Places of Worship