July 28, 2025
The next Information Bulletin is Monday, August 4, 2025.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, July 31, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
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2025 Church in Latin America Collection
Please find attached Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the 2025 Church in Latin America Collection, taken the weekend of August 16-17. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way on the weekend of August 9-10.
International Catholic Stewardship Council newsletter
The Catholic Foundation is happy to share the attached August 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.
Clergy Appointments
The Most Rev. Lawrence T. Persico, bishop of Erie, appointed several clergy throughout the Diocese of Erie to new assignments. To view the full list of clergy assignments released, please see the attachment or click here: https://www.eriercd.org/news/News-releases.html.
August edition of Jubilee Journey: Pilgrims of Hope available now
The August edition of the Jubilee Journey: Pilgrims of Hope newsletter is now available. To recognize the Jubilee Year 2025, this newsletter is suitable for printing in parish bulletins and provides both informative and interactive elements for children and adults. Each edition celebrates the monthly jubilee events recognized by the Vatican and brings readers along for a spiritual pilgrimage. The August edition is attached and the graphics have been added to the parish social media page.
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 August newsletter is attached.
Parish Annual Reports are due
The Office of Financial Services has requested that all Parish Annual Reports be filed on or before August 31. All reports are available at: https://www.eriercd.org/finance/# under Annual Parish Report. If you have any questions about completing the reports, please contact Pat Barron at 814-824-1168.
November is Black Catholic History Month
Throughout the month of November, the Diocese of Erie will be highlighting stories that honor the rich legacy and vibrant contributions of Black Catholics in our church. We would love to feature individuals and families from across our parishes. If your parish has someone you would like us to consider spotlighting, please contact Allison Mosier at amosier@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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Mini faith pilgrimage through Elk County
If you are looking for a faith inspired staycation, consider taking a road trip through Elk County and visiting these stops along the way:
- Jubilee of Hope pilgrimage site at St. Leo Magnus Parish, 111 Depot St., Ridgway, open from 6 a.m. to 7 p.m. daily. Adoration is from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Tues. and Thurs.
- 1886 Convent Chapel (renovated), 319 Church St., St. Marys
- The Benedictine Gift Shop/ St. Joseph Convent Museum, 139 Church St., St. Marys, hours of operation: Tues. through Fri. from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., Sat. from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., closed Sun., Mon. and Holy Days
- Decker’s Chapel, Million Dollar Highway, St. Marys
- Elk sight-seeing through Weedville and Benezette, PA Elk Visitor Center, 950 Winslow Hill Rd., Benezette. Open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. daily
- The Cross on the Hill, 2041 Mt. Zion Rd., Weedville, open from dawn until dusk.
See the attached flyer with all six stops listed.
St. Joseph Parish Golf Outing
Join us for the St. Joseph Parish Golf Outing on Sunday, Aug. 17, at Treasure Lake's Silver Course, 231 Palmetto Rd., DuBois. The tournament begins with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. The cost is $80 per person or $65 for course members. Enjoy an afternoon of friendly competition with cash prizes, skill prizes, a 50/50 raffle and a chance to win $10,000 on a Par 3 hole-in-one. Dinner will be served following the tournament. If interested, please contact: Jude Lander at the golf course at 814-913-1480 or Jim Allegretto at 814-594-9708. See attached flyer for more information.
Frassati Canonization celebration and movie
St. Francis Xavier Parish, 8880 Main St., McKean, invites you to join them for a Canonization Celebration following the 6 p.m. Vigil Mass on Saturday, Sept. 6. As we prepare for the canonization of Blessed Pier Giorgio Frassati, enjoy dinner and a screening of the movie "Pier Giorgio Frassati: If I Didn't Have Love" in anticipation of his canonization the next day. Donations are accepted to help cover the cost of dinner. Please RSVP by visiting https://form.jotform.com/233055085757057. Flyer is attached with more information.
Faith on Fire! upcoming events
- Spirit-filled healing Mass
St. Joseph Bread of Life Parish, 147 W. 24th St., Erie, will be hosting a spirit-filled healing Mass on Tuesday, August 12 with Father David Renne and again on Tuesday, Oct.7. Worship provided by Harmony’s House begins at 6:15 p.m. with Mass at 6:30. See attachment for more information. - Faith on Fire! "Greater Things" Luncheon
On Saturday, August 23, from 9:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., St. Joseph Bread of Life Center, 147 W. 24th St., Erie will be hosting a luncheon with a Be Transformed- Jesus Desire to Heal talk by Father Dan Hoffman and worship provided by Harmony’s House. Early Bird cost is $12.50 if you register before August 13, regular rate is $14 if you register by August 19. If you are just attending and not participating in lunch, the cost is $10. Register online at https://tithe.ly/event-registration/#/10284011 or call T.A. at 814-636-1800. See attached flyer for more details. - P-Praise, A-Adoration, T-Thanks, H-Honor: The "PATH" to Jesus
On Friday, Sept. 12, from 7 to 9 p.m. at St. Joseph Bread of Life Parish,147 West 24th St., Erie, will be presenting The Path to Jesus. Father Steve Schreiber will be the main presenter. Worship provided by Harmony’s House with a guest organist, Bruce Gingrich. This event is sponsored by Faith on Fire!, CCRC and Bread of Life Catholic Charismatic Community. Please see the attached flyer for more details.
Internal job openings at Saint Mark Catholic Center:
Confidential Executive Assistant for Catholic Schools office
The office of Catholic Schools for the Diocese of Erie is seeking a conscientious, enthusiastic, organized and professional individual to assist in a variety of responsibilities including, serving as the first point of contact for the CSO to provide customer service, developing and distributing key communications from the CSO as needed, provide the Assistant Superintendent with administrative and procedural support by tracking and managing school personnel related functions and documents, assisting with support for government and special programs, assisting with Catholic mission/identity and academic services by providing administrative support for initiatives and programs. This is a full-time position. For more information or to apply please go to: www.eriercd.org/employment.html.
External job openings:
St. Hippolyte/Our Lady of Lourdes Parish seeks Administrative Assistant position
To apply, please call the parish office at 814-789-2022 or email office@sainthippolytechurch.com to receive the application. Resume and application must be received back to the parish office no later than July 31, 2025. Job description and expectations will be shared with candidates during the interview process.
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