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Pope Leo XIV - Dilexi te, On the Love for the Poor
Pope Leo XIV just gave us the first major writing of his pontificate in the apostolic exhortation, Dilexi te, On the Love for the Poor. An apostolic exhortation differs from an encyclical letter in so far that an encyclical is the highest form of communication from the pope...
Whether you are searching for information about the diocese, parishes, and schools or about the Roman Catholic Church, I hope our diocesan website will help you.
Whether you are a full-time resident, a part-time winter resident, or a tourist visiting our area, I pray that you will enjoy your time in the diocese, and as you tour our website. May Mary, Our Lady Queen of the Apostles, patroness of the diocese, guide us in the footsteps of her Son, Jesus Christ.
Sincerely Yours in Christ,
Most Reverend Gerald M. Barbarito
Bishop of Palm Beach
News & Notes
Pope Leo XIV called on Catholics to support missionaries on World Mission Day, which will be celebrated on Oct. 19.
Celebrate Respect Life Month! Join THOUSANDS of Catholics in prayer Wednesday, October 22 - Thursday, October 30.
More than a thousand Catholic groups including schools and various parish ministries across the country are expected to start their yearly push to collect toys and school supplies for impoverished children around the world.
It was a joyous occasion as the Palm Beach Diocesan Council of Catholic Women celebrated its fourth Golden Rose Award ceremony Oct. 4, 2025, at the Cathedral of St. Ignatius Loyola. Twenty-one young women in the diocese were honored for their exemplary leadership and service in their parishes.
