December 22, 2023
Due to the New Year's Day holiday, the next Information Bulletin is Friday, December 29, 2023.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, December 28, at 12 p.m.
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Are you being called to serve as a permanent deacon?
The Diocese of Erie is launching a new five-year session for ten men seeking to study for and discern whether or not they are being called to this vocation. Those interested in learning more are invited to visit www.eriercd.org/deacons for details about basic prerequisites as well as the application process occurring this winter and spring. Participants will simultaneously earn a master’s in pastoral administration from Gannon University. Two mandatory inquiry sessions will be held at St. Mark Center in Erie on the weekends of March 9 and 16, 2024.
Ministry Platform training
Ministry Platform will be hosting training for parish personnel on how to record the births, deaths and changes in marital status on Jan. 11 at 2 p.m. Follow this link to learn more and to RSVP: https://acst.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Sqo6MAibTPOYxY16jF6MBQ#/registration.
Bishop Persico announces weekend of prayer for pastoral planning
The weekend of January 13-14 has been designated by Bishop Persico as a weekend of prayer for pastoral planning across the Diocese of Erie. As with every endeavor we undertake, prayer must be at the center of our efforts. By calling the people and clergy of the diocese together to pray with and for each other, it is our hope that the Holy Spirit will permeate our minds and hearts to embrace possibilities never considered, and to walk the path of faith without fear. Guidance from the Office for Divine Worship for the weekend is attached. Contact Maripat Grant in the Office for Divine Worship at mgrant@eriercd.org or 814.824.1271 with any questions.
Catholic Education Collection funds reminder
Pastors and administrators are reminded, if you have not already done so, to please submit one-half of the funds collected from the 2023 Catholic Education Collection as soon as possible. As you are aware, the other half of the funds remain in the parish to be used for the faith formation needs of parishioners of all ages. Last year, 100 percent of the parishes sent in contributions that helped subsidize the Religious Education Enrichment Fund (REEF), Catholic Foundation of Northwest PA, Bishop’s Tuition Assistance and a small donation to The Catholic University of America. If you have any questions or need assistance, contact Kathleen Robbinson in the Catholic Schools Office at krobbinson@eriercd.org or 814.824.1220.
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 January newsletter is attached.
International Catholic Stewardship Council newsletter
The Catholic Foundation is happy to share the attached January 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.
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 http://ErieCatholic.org/careers.
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Cash bingo at Polish Falcons Club
Holy Trinity Parish in Erie is hosting a cash bingo on Jan. 7 at the Polish Falcons Club, 431 East Third St., Erie. Doors open at 12 p.m., with bingo beginning at 1 p.m. Admission is $25, which includes one pack. Additional packs cost $5. Call 814.456.5300 to reserve a seat. Walk-ins are welcome. See flier for details.
President
The Erie Catholic School System is seeking a qualified candidate for the role of president. The president of Erie Catholic School System will be the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of the corporation, which includes six Catholic elementary/middle schools. The president will be directly accountable to the board of members, the board of directors and the Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Erie. To find out more and how to apply, visit https://www.eriecatholic.org/careers.
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