Courtesy of Fr. Jim McKenna, SDB, and the Diocese of St. Petersburg
Edited by Ms. Julia St. Clair, Province Communications Director
(New Rochelle, NY – June 26) – Did you know that Tampa’s Mary Help of Christians Church and the co-located Good Shepherd Chapel house over 700 relics? Some of these relics include, but are not limited to, a relic of the Most Precious Blood of Jesus, along with those of Mary and Joseph, the apostles, 26 doctors of the church, 65 popes, and many saints, both popular and underrated.
Like to make a visit? Call 813-626-7588 before you stop by. Need a guide and talk? Email relics@mhctampa.org. Additional questions? Explore the parish’s website.
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