Linda Reeves

Media Correspondent at Florida Catholic

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A Florida man has traveled a road less traveled to the priesthood

2 weeks ago | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

DELRAY BEACH | Father Robert Pope Jr.’s life path has certainly been filled with twists and turns, and his journey to the priesthood has definitely been a path less traveled. “It is a beautiful life,” said Father Pope about his priestly ministry that started in his later years and says that he will never retire.
Capuchin Franciscans celebrating 500 years of serving

1 month ago | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

Kissimmee | The Capuchin Franciscans, who first came to Florida nearly 40 years ago to serve the bishops, are marking 500 years since their founding in Italy, so we took a look to learn more about them and were totally inspired. Looking back to 1986, the first Capuchin Franciscans came to assume administration of Most Holy Redeemer Church and School in Tampa in the Diocese of St. Petersburg. Most recently, three priests were welcomed by the Diocese of Orlando.
‘We are all family here’

1 month ago | miamiarch.org | Linda Reeves

POMPANO BEACH | A new housing community serving underprivileged seniors in Pompano Beach officially opened April 11, 2025, with the blessing of Archbishop Thomas Wenski, and the first person to arrive for the event was also the first person who applied to live in the residence sponsored by Catholic Housing Management of the Archdiocese of Miami. “I have a one-bedroom, one-bath,” said Mirelle Witting, 62, who moved into St. Joseph Manor II in November.
El Arzobispo Wenski eleva a parroquia la Misión de San Isidro

1 month ago | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

POMPANO BEACH | En una ceremonia llena de pompa y esplendor, el Arzobispo Thomas Wenski elevó a parroquia la Misión de San Isidro en Pompano Beach, y nombró como su primer pastor al P. Wilfredo Contreras. “Estoy muy contento de estar aquí hoy”, afirmó el Arzobispo Wenski durante una Misa bilingüe especial el 30 de marzo de 2025.
Vibrant, charismatic mission enters new era as a parish

1 month ago | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

POMPANO BEACH | In a ceremony full of pomp and pageantry, Archbishop Thomas Wenski elevated San Isidro Mission in Pompano Beach to a parish and named Father Wilfredo Contreras inaugural pastor. “I am very happy to be here today,” said Archbishop Wenski during a special bilingual Mass March 30, 2025, with official ceremonies, grand music, liturgical dancers, the Knights of Columbus in full regalia and nearly 900 people filling the church that was standing-room only.
A vibrant, charismatic mission begins a new era as a parish with its first pastor

2 months ago | miamiarch.org | Linda Reeves

POMPANO BEACH | In a ceremony full of pomp and pageantry, Archbishop Thomas Wenski elevated San Isidro Mission in Pompano Beach to a parish and named Father Wilfredo Contreras inaugural pastor. “I am very happy to be here today,” said Archbishop Wenski during a special bilingual Mass March 30, 2025, with official ceremonies, grand music, liturgical dancers, the Knights of Columbus in full regalia and nearly 900 people filling the church that was standing-room only.
Man continues to follow his heart

2 months ago | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

NORTH PALM BEACH — Father Curtis Kiddy is returning to the Sunshine State, where he ministered for nearly 25 years, and he is joining a small clan of religious working in North Palm Beach to help carry on the ministry of the Passionists that began in the area in the late 1950’s that continues to touch souls. “My vision is to assist people with spiritual direction and discernment and to help them discover the love of God through the Passion of Jesus Christ,” said Passionist Father Kiddy.
How will you honor Joseph one of the greatest saints of the Church this year?

Mar 7, 2025 | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

BRADENTON | March rolls around, and people everywhere pull out their green and organize events to celebrate beloved St. Patrick on the 17th, but another holy man, considered to be one of the greatest saints of the Church, has the entire month of March dedicated to him and a solemnity feast March 19.
How will you honor Jospeh, one of the greatest saints of the Church this year?

Mar 6, 2025 | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

BRANDENTON | March rolls around, and people everywhere pull out their green and organize events to celebrate beloved St. Patrick on the 17th, but another holy man, considered to be one of the greatest saints of the Church, has the entire month of March dedicated to him and a solemnity feast March 19.
Sisters mark 160 years in Florida

Feb 24, 2025 | thefloridacatholic.org | Linda Reeves

St. Augustine | Called to service, eight young sisters clad in black habits sailed across the Atlantic to America during the Reconstruction era following the Civil War not knowing the challenges they would face, but leaving it in God’s hands, and as it turns out, they made it through and did so much with nothing. Today, the Sisters of St. Joseph celebrate 160 years of ministry and service in Florida still answering the call and going to serve wherever they are needed.