Bishop Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez

Bishop Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez Official account of Bishop Manuel de Jesús Rodríguez, Bishop of the Diocese of Palm Beach.

On this page I am excited to share with you my pastoral reflections, messages of encouragement, and moments from the life and mission of our diocesan Church.

10/08/2026

Rest in peace, good Bishop. You will be missed.

What a beautiful beginning to my pastoral visit to St. Helen Catholic Church in Vero Beach!Last evening, I had the joy o...
10/07/2026

What a beautiful beginning to my pastoral visit to St. Helen Catholic Church in Vero Beach!

Last evening, I had the joy of gathering with the parish community for a Holy Hour before the Blessed Sacrament. Following the proclamation of the opening words of St. John’s Gospel, “In the beginning was the Word,” we reflected together on Jesus Christ as the center of everything we are and everything we do as a Church.

The Eucharist is at the very heart of our life. Our prayer, ministries, service and fellowship all begin with Christ and find their meaning in Him. It was also an opportunity to remember that a parish is much more than its walls, columns or buildings. The Church is its people—the families who gather in faith, those who generously serve, and the community that walks together as the Body of Christ.

At the center of it all is Jesus, truly present in the Eucharist, drawing us into communion with Him and with one another, and sending us forth to love and serve.

Following the Holy Hour, I enjoyed a wonderful time of fellowship with parishioners. I am grateful for the warm welcome and look forward to continuing these days of prayer, encounter and listening with the St. Helen family.

A blessed first day of my pastoral visit! 🙏

It was a pleasure to meet with Ann Slade, Associate Publisher of the Florida Catholic, and celebrate our strong partners...
10/07/2026

It was a pleasure to meet with Ann Slade, Associate Publisher of the Florida Catholic, and celebrate our strong partnership in sharing the good news of the Diocese of Palm Beach.

Thank you to Ann, our wonderful local reporter Bill Cone, and the entire Florida Catholic team for your partnership and commitment to telling the stories of our diocese!

It is with great sadness that I join the faithful throughout Florida and the Church in mourning the passing of the Most ...
10/07/2026

It is with great sadness that I join the faithful throughout Florida and the Church in mourning the passing of the Most Reverend Frank J. Dewane, Bishop Emeritus of the Diocese of Venice.

For nearly two decades, Bishop Dewane faithfully shepherded the Diocese of Venice, serving its priests, religious and faithful with dedication, compassion and a deep commitment to the mission of the Church. Appointed by Pope Benedict XVI as Coadjutor Bishop of Venice in 2006, he became the second Bishop of Venice in January 2007 and served until his retirement earlier this year.

Bishop Dewane’s priestly and episcopal ministry was remarkable in its breadth. Ordained a priest for the Diocese of Green Bay in 1988, he went on to serve the universal Church through the Holy See’s Permanent Observer Mission to the United Nations and later at the Vatican, including service with the Pontifical Council “Cor Unum” and as Under Secretary of the Pontifical Council for Justice and Peace. He also offered significant leadership to the Church in the United States through his work with the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and numerous Catholic institutions and organizations.

Here in Florida, Bishop Dewane leaves a lasting legacy. During his years as Bishop of Venice, he ordained 34 priests and 28 permanent deacons, established new parishes and schools, strengthened Catholic education and vocations, expanded outreach to those in need, and faithfully served a growing Catholic community across Southwest Florida.

On behalf of the clergy, religious and faithful of the Diocese of Palm Beach, I extend my heartfelt condolences to Bishop Emilio Biosca, O.F.M. Cap., and to the entire Diocese of Venice, as well as to Bishop Dewane’s family, friends and all who were blessed by his life and ministry.

We give thanks to God for Bishop Dewane’s many years of faithful service to Christ and His Church and entrust him now to the loving mercy of our Heavenly Father.

May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

I just had an amazing gathering with my friends from the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. I personally thank its ...
10/06/2026

I just had an amazing gathering with my friends from the Jewish Federation of Palm Beach County. I personally thank its President and CEO, Michael Hoffman, as well as his team members Bryan, Jeff, Allison and Josephine.

We discussed different ways to start working together for the better of our people here in and the , focusing on learning more about our historical and religious roots, and promoting more awareness and proactiveness about .

Tonight, I was blessed to celebrate our Respect Life Mass and to gather as one family of faith to reflect together, pray...
10/05/2026

Tonight, I was blessed to celebrate our Respect Life Mass and to gather as one family of faith to reflect together, pray together, and recommit ourselves to working together to protect and respect the dignity of every human life.

In the vineyard of the Lord, we are His children. As believers, we are also called to be bearers of the truths entrusted to us by the Lord. Our strength and courage to proclaim these truths do not come from ourselves—they come from Him.

If we do not speak for the dignity and value of every human life, who will?

We have a responsibility to overcome silence and indifference, to help others understand the sacredness of life, and to encourage a society and policies that respect, protect and value every human person.

Following Mass, we continued our witness in prayer, gathering outside to form a prayer chain as a visible sign of our commitment to the protection of human life. Together, we prayed for a greater respect for the dignity of every person, from conception to natural death.

May the Lord give us the courage to speak His truth with love, accompany those in need with compassion, and work together to build a culture in which every life is welcomed, protected and cherished.

Thank you to all who joined us tonight and to those who work each day in service to the dignity of human life. May God bless you and strengthen this important mission.

🐾🐶🐱 I had a few extra furry parishioners to bless today! 😊On this beautiful Sunday, October 4, the Feast of St. Francis ...
10/05/2026

🐾🐶🐱 I had a few extra furry parishioners to bless today! 😊

On this beautiful Sunday, October 4, the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, I had the joy of St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church - Riviera Beach, FL for the traditional Blessing of the Animals.

Saint Francis reminds us that all creation is a gift from God—and that our beloved pets hold a very special place in our families. It was a joy to offer a reading, share a few words with the community, and bless so many wonderful four-legged members of the family. Some were a little more cooperative for the blessing than others! 🐾🙏

Afterward, the celebration continued with a parish potluck and wonderful fellowship. I was especially encouraged to see the pride this community has in their patron saint and in their parish. St. Francis of Assisi is a growing community, filled with faith, hope and a desire to welcome others and build an even stronger parish family.

My gratitude to the Very Rev. Nicholas Zrallack, Parochial Administrator; Rev. Edivaldo Da Silva Oliveira, Parochial Vicar; Rev. Alexis Joseph, Priest in Residence; and the entire St. Francis of Assisi community for such a joyful welcome.

Happy Feast of St. Francis of Assisi! May his example teach us to recognize God’s goodness in one another—and in all His creation. 🌿🐾

St. Francis of Assisi, pray for us! 🙏

It was a great joy to visit the Redemptoris Mater Archdiocesan Missionary Seminary of Miami yesterday and to celebrate t...
10/04/2026

It was a great joy to visit the Redemptoris Mater Archdiocesan Missionary Seminary of Miami yesterday and to celebrate the Holy Eucharist with this wonderful community of faith.

Established by Archbishop Thomas Wenski of the Archdiocese of Miami in 2011, Redemptoris Mater has a distinctly international and missionary character. Closely connected with the Neocatechumenal Way, the seminary forms men from different nations for the diocesan priesthood, preparing them with a generous missionary spirit to serve the Church wherever they may be called.

I am grateful for the warm welcome and for the opportunity to spend time with the seminarians, formators and all those who accompany these men in their discernment and preparation for priestly ministry.

Please join me in praying for these seminarians and for all men discerning the priesthood. May the Lord strengthen their vocations, deepen their love for Christ and His Church, and give them generous hearts ready to proclaim the Gospel and serve His people wherever He may send them.

May God bless the Redemptoris Mater Seminary of Miami and all those who support the important work of priestly formation.

It was a great joy to conclude my pastoral visit to St. Anastasia Catholic Church with the celebration of the Holy Mass,...
10/04/2026

It was a great joy to conclude my pastoral visit to St. Anastasia Catholic Church with the celebration of the Holy Mass, giving thanks to God for the faith, hospitality and vibrant spirit I experienced throughout my time with this wonderful parish and school community.

I am especially grateful to Father Chuck Notabartolo, Vicar General; Father George, Pastor; Father Josh, Parochial Vicar; and Deacon Dave Hankle for their participation in today’s Mass and for their faithful service to the Church.

Throughout this pastoral visit, I was blessed to spend time with parishioners, students, teachers, staff and parish leaders and to witness firsthand the many ways Christ is present and at work at St. Anastasia.

May the Lord continue to bless this beautiful faith community and all who call St. Anastasia their spiritual home. Please know of my prayers for you as, together, we continue our mission of bringing the love and hope of Jesus Christ to others.

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