April 29, 2024
The next Information Bulletin is Monday, May 6, 2024.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, May 2, at 4:30 p.m.
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2024 International Needs Collection
Pastors and administrators will find attached Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the 2024 International Needs Collection. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way the weekend of May 11-12.
Catholic Services Appeal reminder from the Catholic Foundation
As the Catholic Services Appeal continues, the Catholic Foundation recommends pastors and parish staff consider sending a follow-up letter to those parishioners who have not yet made a pledge to the appeal. Consider sending them a CSA brochure, along with a pledge envelope. Letter template ideas can be found in the parish leadership handbook and digital versions of the letter can be found on the Diocese of Erie website at the following link: https://www.eriercd.org/Catholic-Services-Appeal-CSA-Materials.html. Extra brochures and pledge envelopes may be ordered by contacting Julia Cooney at 814.824.1253 or at jcooney@cfnwpa.org. Don’t forget to thank your donors! A thank-you card will be mailed to all donors this year, but a note of thanks is always appreciated. Donors can also be thanked through the bulletin, social media or in the parish newsletter. Be sure to include an update on your progress and your project if applicable. Additional resources, including many digital options and Facebook post suggestions, can be found at the following link: https://www.eriercd.org/Catholic-Services-Appeal-CSA-Materials.html.
Continuing education opportunity: Catholic Social Justice teacher: Secret identity or superhero?
Join us for a morning presentation on Catholic Social Teaching by Elizabeth Slaby, director of the Office of Social Justice and Life for Catholic Charities of Erie, sponsored by the Faith Formation Office. There are three opportunities to hear Liz speak – May 7, 8 or 14. See the attached flier for venues across the diocese. Everyone is welcome to attend. The cost is $20 and includes lunch. For more information, contact Mary Hickin, director of faith formation for catechesis and sacraments, at 814.824.1222.
Quo Vadis Days set for June
Quo Vadis Days is a four-day camp for Catholic young men in grades 9-12 and early college who are considering the priesthood or seminary formation, or who are wondering if God is calling them to a religious vocation. Quo Vadis Days will be held June 23-26, 2024, at St. Mark Seminary in Erie. For more information, please see the attached poster, go to www.erievocations.org or contact Father Scott Jabo, rector, at either 814.824.1198 or SWJabo@eriercd.org.
Office for Divine Worship monthly newsletter
The Office for Divine Worship presents a monthly newsletter to aid in preparing celebrations that will occur in that particular month. The May newsletter is attached.
International Catholic Stewardship Council newsletter available
The Catholic Foundation is happy to share the attached May edition of the International Catholic Stewardship Council newsletter (English and Spanish versions are available). Pastors and parish staff are encouraged to read and share this publication with their parishioners, using all or parts of it for their parish bulletin, with credit to the author/source.
Webinar on the Synod and the Revival has been rescheduled
Bishop Andrew Cozzens and Bishop Daniel Flores will lead a webinar on Wednesday, May 1, from 4 to 5 pm ET, discussing both the work of the Synod and the Eucharistic Revival. Please use this link to register: https://usccb.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_zDrqR6hqStCXYqZ1zzxtKQ. See attachment for a poster promoting the event.
Free customizable website banners available for parishes
If you are looking for customizable banners for your diocesan-hosted website (or Facebook) for upcoming summer events, please check out our selection found at https://www.eriercd.org/ParishPlaceGraphics.html. This season, please scroll to the customizable banners created to advertise summer events such as Parish Picnic, Parish Festival, Vacation Bible School, Summer Daycare Program, Summer Camp and other summer activities. Graphics are designed to work with the Diocese of Erie website system but may work for websites from other developers. Instructions for downloading and using the graphics can be found at the top of the website.
Job openings in the diocese
See the classified section below for the latest position openings. Here’s a quick link to diocesan, school and parish jobs: https://www.eriercd.org/employment.html. For Erie Catholic School System jobs only, go to https://www.eriecatholic.org/about/careers.
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Meadville parish plans mission in May featuring Father Ben Daghir
All are welcome to attend a parish mission at St. Agatha Church of the Epiphany of the Lord Parish, 353 Pine St., Meadville, May 12, 13 and 14. Father Ben Daghir will speak on “Prayer: The Missing Ingredient in our Spiritual Lives.” The rosary will be prayed at 6 pm with the main talk at 6:30 pm. Tuesday evening will include a healing Mass followed by an opportunity for individual prayer. After each evening there will be a social in St. Agatha’s Center.
Our Lady of Mercy Parish hosts bus trip to the shrines of Pittsburgh
Our Lady of Mercy Parish, Harborcreek, is organizing a bus trip to St. Anthony Chapel in Pittsburgh, home of the world’s largest collection of relics outside of the Vatican. Join us Saturday, June 22, aboard an Anderson bus. The day will include a visit to Pittsburgh’s famous Strip District for lunch and shopping, a tour at St. Anthony Chapel, Saturday Vigil Mass in the chapel at St. Stanislaus Kostka Church and dinner in Cranberry. Cost is $65 (which does not include food). There are only 10 seats left, so sign up by calling the parish office at 814.899.5342 by May 1. Payment is due to the Our Lady of Mercy Faith Formation Office by May 15.
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