February 10, 2025
Due to the President's Day holiday, the next Information Bulletin is Tuesday, February 18, 2025.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, February 13, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
The Diocese of Erie Information Bulletin advertises and promotes activities and events sponsored by diocesan entities such as parishes, schools, religious communities and groups. The IB is unable to advertise or promote activities or events not sponsored by such entities. Submissions may run a maximum of two editions. The administrative offices of the diocese reserve the right to edit submissions.
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2026 special collection schedule for the Diocese of Erie
The 2026 special collection schedule is attached. Please use this schedule when ordering collection envelopes for your parish(es). Feel free to contact the Chancery at 814-824-1130 with any questions.
2025 CRS Rice Bowl Collection
Please find attached Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the 2025 CRS Rice Bowl collection, taken during Lent. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way on the weekend of March 1-2.
Customizable banner site for your parish website
If you are looking for customizable banners for your diocesan hosted website (or Facebook) for the upcoming holiday season, please check out our selection found here: https://www.eriercd.org/ParishPlaceGraphics.html. This season please draw your attention to the Lenten dinner, Holy Week, Ash Wednesday and Easter basket blessing customizable banners. 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 graphic can be found at the top of the website. Templates exist in Ministry Platform if you would like to email your parishioners about these events. Instructions for using templates in MP can be found here: https://www.eriercd.org/images/pdf/computer/mp/specialeventsemail.pdf.
Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion
The 2025 Rite of Election/Call to Continuing Conversion Liturgy is just one month away and this is the last week to register. Make sure you are registered! One liturgy will take place at St. Peter Cathedral, 230 W. 10th Street, Erie, on March 9, at 3 p.m. The second liturgy will be held at Holy Spirit Parish, St. Catherine of Siena Church, 118 S. State Street, DuBois, on March 16, at 3 p.m. All parishes must RSVP, even those who do not have any catechumens or candidates. Register using the following link: https://forms.office.com/r/4rLwrszwED. Please complete the form by Feb. 14. Contact Mary Hickin with questions at mhickin@eriercd.org or 814-824-1222.
Clergy Traveling to Ireland
The Archbishop of Dublin recently sent a reminder for priests who travel to the Republic of Ireland. Every priest must be vetted and cleared by the Irish Police before he can exercise public ministry in the Republic of Ireland. This requirement is in addition to the usual letter of good standing. Priests should contact the diocese they intend to visit at least a month before they hope to minister publicly. The local diocese can help facilitate police clearances.
Permanent Deacons are uncommon in Ireland. Any deacon who wishes to exercise public ministry during a visit to the Republic of Ireland should give the local diocese as much notice as possible. Questions may be directed to the Chancery at 814-824-1130.
February edition of Jubilee Journey: Pilgrims of Hope is available now
The February edition of the Jubilee Journey: Pilgrims of Hope newsletter is now available. Each edition includes a special message relating to the monthly Jubilee celebrations along with fun facts, activities and ways to engage. Please print this newsletter to insert into your parish bulletins or choose sections to include. The February edition is attached, and previous editions can be found at https://www.eriercd.org/holyyear2025.html.
If your parish or group is hosting a jubilee event you would like to promote, please send information to ibeditor@eriercd.org.
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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Lenten dinner information
If any parish in the Diocese of Erie is hosting a fish fry/ Lenten dinner and would like to share it on our website, free of charge, please email the information to ibeditor@eriercd.org.
Pierogi and Pancake batter orders
Holy Trinity Parish, 509 E. 26th St., Erie, is accepting orders for pierogies and potato pancake batter from Feb. 1-Mar. 1. They are selling pierogies for $20/dozen or $11/ half dozen and potato pancake batter $5/pint, $8/quart, $15/2 quarts. Payment is due with order. Please call Liz 814-722-0015 to place orders. Credit cards are accepted. You can also mail payment to: Holy Trinity Parish, 509 E. 26th St., Erie, 16504. Order pick-up dates: Wednesday, Mar. 5, from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. or Saturday, Mar. 8, from 10 a.m.-11 a.m. at the Holy Trinity Social Center, East 23rd and Reed St., Erie. Please see the attached flyer for more information.
Prince of Peace Center to host Mardi Gras Happy Hour
The Block, located at 23 Chestnut Ave., Sharon, will be hosting a happy hour on Tuesday, Mar. 4, from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. Join in a magical evening with live music, signature cocktails and French Quarter inspired bites. Tickets are $25 in advance or $30 at the door. Tickets include 1 free drink, themed hors d’oeuvres and lots of fun. See attached flyer for more information.
Pre-Lenten Retreat
The Office of Virtue & Integrity Education of the Diocese of Erie is sponsoring a Pre-Lenten Retreat Friday, Feb. 28, through Saturday, Mar. 1, at St. Thomas More House of Prayer, 365 Hill City Rd., Cranberry. Our retreat master for the weekend will be Father Chris Beran. The retreat will focus on the strength, beauty, wisdom and goodness of God’s plan to bring us back to him. The last day to register is February 21st. For more information and to register, visit https://www.eriercd.org/chastity/retreat.html. Questions? Call or email Cassondra at 814-824-1216, cdragone@eriercd.org.
Beatin the Winter Blues
The Polish Falcons Nest 123, 602 East 19th St., will be hosting a Beatin the Winter Blues event on Saturday, Feb. 22. Doors open at 4 p.m. and music provided by the Blues Beaters will be performed from 5 p.m.- 8 p.m. Tickets are $25 per person and include: food, beer and pop. Cash bar also available. Proceeds benefit the St. Stanislaus Parish. For ticket information, please contact Val: 814-636-9184 or text Chris: 814-572-1276.
12th Annual Men’s Conference 22:32
Join men from across the Diocese of Erie and beyond for the 12th Annual 22:32 Men’s Conference. This day of inspiration and spiritual growth, open to men of all faiths, will feature national speakers Dan DeMatte and Jeff Joaquin. The conference will be held on Saturday, Mar. 1, from 8:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., and there are multiple ways to attend:
- Live in-person at St. Jude the Apostle Parish, 2801 W. 6th St., Erie
- Live-streamed to hosting parishes; participating parishes are listed on our website, www.2232men.com;
- Live-streamed to your home.
Don’t miss this opportunity to grow in your relationship with the Lord through inspiring national speakers and opportunities for prayer, Reconciliation and Mass. All you need to have is an open heart!
The event is $25. Group discounts available. For more information and to register, visit www.2232men.com or call 814-455-7364.
Chancery Administrative Assistant
The Chancery Office of the Diocese of Erie is seeking one full-time individual to provide a professional level of administrative support. The successful candidate will also be responsible for special projects in the Chancery Office.
Key responsibilities and abilities of the successful candidate include but are not limited to the following:
- Communicate professionally and politely with those who contact the administrative offices of the Diocese of Erie.
- Compose, proofread and format letters and other correspondence.
- Process invoices, receipts and cash expense reports.
- Prepares correspondence for the signature of the Bishop, Vicar General, Chancellor or Vice Chancellor as required.
For best consideration, please apply by Feb. 28, 2025. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Full position profile and application may be found at https://www.eriercd.org/employment.html. Applicants must submit a cover letter, resume, references and a signed and completed job application form in one of two ways:
- Email all materials to: hrinfo@eriercd.org. (Application form must be completed, signed and scanned.)
- Mail to HR, Attn: Chancery - Administrative search, 429 East Grandview Blvd., Erie, PA 16504.
St. Patrick Parish, Erie, seeks Office and Financial manager
St. Patrick Parish, 130 E 4th St, Erie is seeking two individuals to manage the office and perform financial duties. Applicants should be proficient in standard computer programs such as: Quick Books, Excel, Office and Publisher. Please submit resume to stpats@neo.rr.com.
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