February 9, 2026
Due to the President's Day holiday, the next Information Bulletin is Monday, February 17, 2026. The submission deadline is Thursday, Feb. 12, at 4:30 p.m. Thank you!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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Catholic Services Appeal Commitment Weekend, February 14-15
The administrative offices of the Diocese of Erie extend their gratitude to pastors and parish staff for their work to support the Catholic Services Appeal and offer prayers for a successful campaign. We suggest use of the Catholic Services Appeal Prayer this week at various staff and committee meetings. The 2026 CSA Prayer, and other resources to utilize, can be found at https://www.eriercd.org/Catholic-Services-Appeal-CSA-Materials.html.
Catholic Foundation Spring Grant Opportunities
The Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania’s Spring Grant Cycle will open on Feb.16. Applications for Education and Faith Formation Grants will be accepted through March 30. Are you planning a parish mission or faith formation special event in the summer or fall of 2026? Are you planning a new religious education or faith formation project for your parish or Catholic school? Are your parish lay ministers, lay staff, or youth planning to attend a conference, workshop or retreat this summer or fall? Is your school or faith formation program in need of updated technology? Your project may meet the criteria for one of these grant opportunities. Education: www.cfnwpa.org/grant-seekers/education-grant-guidelines Faith Formation: https://www.cfnwpa.org/grant-seekers/faith-formation-endowment-guidelines. Questions? Contact Julia Cooney, Operations Director, at jcooney@cfnwpa.org or 814-824-1253.
To read about our most recent group of grantees, go to https://www.cfnwpa.org/news/cfnwpa-announces-2025-fall-grant-awards.
Chancery Notice on Recording Sacramental Information
Please find attached a notice from the chancery concerning the recording of sacramental information in the baptismal register.
February Cyber Safety Tip
Scammers use emotional pressure—fear, urgency, sympathy and even AI-generated voices or videos—to push you into reacting quickly, especially during busy times like tax season. If a message feels unusually urgent, secretive or emotional, pause and verify it through a trusted method such as calling the person directly or checking an official site. Examples include fear-based tax scams (“Your return is under audit—respond in 2 hours”) and sympathy scams (“I’m traveling and had an accident; buy gift cards and don’t call”). Slowing down and double checking can prevent costly mistakes.
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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Behold! Mother/daughter program
The Office of Virtue & Integrity Education is excited to offer Behold!, a one-night, Christ-centered program for high school girls and their mothers focused on body literacy, cycle awareness and embracing God-given dignity.
Behold! will be offered at two locations:
- Sunday, Feb. 22 | St. Jude the Apostle Parish, 2801 W. 6th St., Erie from 5-7 p.m. Registration deadline: Feb. 17
- Sunday, March 1 | Sacred Heart Parish, 337 Center St., St. Marys from 5–7 p.m. Registration deadline: February 24
The cost is $10 per student. This program is open to all high school girls and is designed to be attended together with their mother or female guardian. Registration: https://www.vancoevents.com/us/DOCH.
Love is Holy dinner
Catholic Young Adults (ages 21-40) are invited to attend a special dinner event entitled Love is Holy. Those who are single, dating or married, are welcome on Saturday, Feb. 14, beginning at 6:30 p.m. at Our Lady of Peace Church social room, 2401 W. 38th St., Erie. The guest speaker will be Father Michael Polinek. Please RSVP by Feb. 12 to Sarah Beaver at sarah.beaver@olp.org. See attached flyer for more information.
Sanctus Retreat
Our Lady of Mercy Parish, 837 Bartlett Rd., Harborcreek, is hosting a Sanctus, day-long retreat on Saturday, March 7. The event begins with a continental breakfast at 8:30 a.m. and concludes with the Vigil Mass for Sunday at 4:30 p.m. There is no cost for the day, but registration is required. To register, complete the attached form and mail it to Our Lady of Mercy or contact the parish at ilucas@ourladyofmercychurch.org or 814-899-6132. The deadline to register is Feb. 22. The retreat is open to any adult out of high school.
Divine Mercy Encounter retreat for March
DME 115 will be held March 27–29 at Saint Joseph/Bread of Life Community, 147 W. 24th St., Erie, beginning at 10 a.m. Friday and concluding at 5 p.m. Sunday. We ask those attending to arrive between 9:30 and 10 a.m. The retreat is open to all, and the cost is $45 with a $20 deposit due to hold your spot. For more information on what the weekend includes, please visit: https://www.divinemercyencounter.com/about-us.
Invite One Back- Evangelism Training
Evangelism training is coming to Crawford County. Come learn how to engage in conversation about our faith, and witnessing to the love and mercy of Jesus, our Lord on Feb. 21 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Epiphany of the Lord Parish,1085 Water St., Meadville. Register here “Invite One Back” Training – Meadville, PA – St. Paul Street Evangelization.
22:32 Men’s Conference
The 13th Annual 22:32 Men's Conference will be held on Saturday, March 7, at St. Jude the Apostle Parish, 2801 W. 6th St., Erie. The event will be livestreamed throughout the Erie diocese and beyond. 22:32 Men seek to live the passage from Luke 22:32 — “But I have prayed for you that your faith may not fail. And when you have turned back, strengthen your brothers.” Hundreds of men from all walks of life and from all parts of our diocese (and beyond) will gather for a day of prayer, dynamic speakers, reflection, Eucharistic Adoration, an opportunity for the Sacrament of Reconciliation and Mass. For more information, please visit https://www.2232men.com/ or call The Reason for Our Hope Foundation at 814-455-7364. See attached flyer for more information.
14th Annual Knights of Columbus Chess Tournament
The DuBois Knights of Columbus, Council #519, will hold a free chess tournament on Saturday, Feb. 28, beginning at 11 a.m. The tournament will be held at St. Michael’s Church, 15 Robinson St., DuBois. There will be 3-4 rounds using a Swiss scoring system. The tournament is non-rated and a free lunch will be provided for the players. All grade level players will receive a chess pin upon arrival. Awards will be presented to the four different age categories. It is recommended that players bring their own chess sets, clocks are optional.
Shamrock Showdown
The second annual “battle of the brains” Shamrock Showdown, to benefit St. Patrick’s Haven will be held on Saturday, March 7, from 5-9 p.m. at the Bayfront Convention Center, 1 Sassafras Pier, Erie. There will be six rounds of trivia with prizes for the top three teams. An extra prize will be granted to the team that’s dressed the best to reflect the team’s name. A simple meal is available - the same as St. Patrick Haven shelter guests will be served that evening. There will also be a 50/50 and basket raffle. Card bar only. Tickets are $50 per person or $400 per team of eight. Register by Feb. 20. See attached flyer for more information and to register.
Art & Sole 5k
Register now for the annual Art & Sole 5k which benefits the Inner-City Neighborhood Art House, 201 E 10th St., Erie. The run/walk will be held on Saturday, May 9 with the 5k beginning at 9 a.m. and the 1k at 9:45. See attached flyer to register.
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