The Catholic Circle blog
Guides to Catholic life in Florida: Mass and Confession, becoming Catholic, and finding your people.
Wed Jun 10 · Confession
How Confession Works: A Step-by-Step Guide for the Nervous and the Returning
Nervous about Confession or coming back after years away? Here is a plain, kind walk-through of how it works, what to say, and how to find times near you.
Read more →Tue Jun 02 · Mass Times
Holy Days of Obligation in the United States: A Clear, Simple Guide
What are Holy Days of Obligation, which days must Catholics go to Mass, how do vigil Masses work, and how can you find Mass times in Florida? Here is a plain answer.
Read more →Thu Jun 04 · Mass
New to Mass? What to Expect at Your First Catholic Mass
Nervous about your first Catholic Mass? Here is a warm, judgment-free guide to what happens, when to stand and kneel, what to wear, and what to do at Communion.
Read more →Sun Jun 14 · Becoming Catholic
How to Become Catholic in Florida: A Simple Guide to OCIA
Thinking about becoming Catholic? Here is how OCIA (formerly RCIA) works, what each stage looks like, and how to take the first step in Florida.
Read more →Sat May 30 · Parish Life
Finding a Catholic Parish When You Move to a New City in Florida
New in town and looking for a church home? Here is a simple, honest guide to choosing a parish, registering, and getting involved after a move.
Read more →Sat Jun 06 · Young Adults
How to Find Catholic Community as a Young Adult in Florida
Feeling alone in your faith? Here is an honest, step-by-step guide to finding Catholic young-adult groups, campus ministry, and friends across Florida.
Read more →Mon Jun 08 · Adoration
Eucharistic Adoration: A Gentle Guide for First-Timers in Florida
New to Eucharistic Adoration? Here is what it is, what to do during a visit, simple etiquette, and how to find an adoration chapel near you in Florida.
Read more →Fri Jun 12 · Latin Mass
The Latin Mass in Florida: A Newcomer's Guide
New to the Latin Mass? Here is the difference between the Traditional Latin Mass and the Novus Ordo in Latin, what to expect, what to wear, and how to find one near you.
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