After consultation, Bishop Frank J. Dewane announces the following:
Reverend William Davis, O.S.F.S., is relieved of his duties as Pastor of St. Ann Parish in Naples, effective December 6, 2025, and thus has returned to his Religious Community.
Annual Mass Celebrates Haitian Catholic Community - An invitation is extended to all to join Bishop Frank J. Dewane at the Annual Mass celebrating the 222nd Anniversary of Haitian Independence on Wednesday, Jan. 1, 2026, 1:30 p.m., St. Leo the Great Parish, 28290 Beaumont Road, Bonita Springs. The Mass, which takes place on the Solemnity of Mary, the Holy Mother of God, brings together the various Haitian communities within the Diocese of Venice for one celebration. Bishop Dewane and priests serving the Haitian Catholic community of the Diocese will welcome Bishop Jean Desinor, of the Diocese of Hince, Haiti, who will be the Principal Celebrant and Homilist. A reception and cultural celebration will follow in the Parish Hall. For more information, please contact Father Fritz Ligondé at 239-210-1018.