Founded in 1994 as a mission of Holy Redeemer Parish, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church began serving the growing Catholic community of Kissimmee under the pastoral care of the Servite Fathers, with Fr. Vidal Martinez as its first pastor.
In 1998, through the generosity of our parishioners and the Diocese of Orlando, our first parish facilities were completed, providing a place for worship and parish life. On August 12, 2000, St. Catherine of Siena was officially established as a parish of the Diocese of Orlando.
As our parish family continued to grow, so did our ministries, faith formation programs, and campus. Through the dedication and stewardship of our parishioners, our facilities expanded to better serve the spiritual, pastoral, and educational needs of our community.
A defining moment in our parish’s history came on June 22, 2019, when our church and altar were dedicated and consecrated. This joyful milestone marked the fulfillment of a long-held vision and provided a permanent home for worship, the celebration of the sacraments, and the life of our parish.
Today, St. Catherine of Siena Catholic Church is a vibrant, multicultural parish committed to proclaiming the Gospel, celebrating the Eucharist, forming disciples, and serving others in the spirit of Christ. Guided by the example of our patroness, St. Catherine of Siena, we continue to grow together in faith, hope, and love as one parish family.
Stewardship in Our Parish
By emphasizing stewardship, St. Catherine of Siena seeks to create a community that consistently invites people to deepen their relationship with Christ and each other and to express this through commitments of time, talent, and treasure.
Stewardship of Time
Using my time on earth wisely; making time for personal prayer, family prayer, and quality time with friends and loved ones.
Stewardship of Talent
Using my God-given abilities to strengthen the Church and help others, especially through parish ministries, groups, and activities.
Stewardship of Treasure
The wise and just management of my financial resources; giving back to God the first and best fruits of our labor by giving a proportionate amount of our income to the weekly parish offertory. St. Catherine invites parish members to tithe, that is to give 10% of our income to the parish ministry.