July 31, 2023
The next Information Bulletin is Monday, August 7, 2023.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, August 3, at 4:30 p.m.
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Eucharistic Miracles exhibit available for parishes and schools
The International Eucharistic Miracles of the World exhibit, which was designed and created by Blessed Carlo Acutis, is composed of about 160 panels that include beautiful images and detailed descriptions of Eucharistic miracles that have occurred throughout the centuries in many countries around the world. St. Philip Church in Linesville has a copy of this exhibit (due in large part to a generous REEF grant) which is available for parishes and schools in the Diocese of Erie to borrow free of charge. The exhibit is stored in three boxes and two bins for easy transport. For more information about the exhibit, please visit the website at: https://stspeterphilip.com/miracles-exhibit.html or email Amanda at eucharistic.miracle.exhibit@gmail.com. See flier for details.
Office for Divine Worship: 2023 Christmas Mass norms from Bishop Persico
In 2023, Christmas day falls on a Monday. Please refer to the attachment for direction from Bishop Persico regarding norms for Christmas Masses.
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.
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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Eucharistic Revival webinar
As an introduction to the next phase of the Eucharistic Revival, Bishop Andrew Cozzens will speak on how to bring the Eucharistic Revival to local parishes in a webinar on Aug. 1 at 8 p.m. Learn about the resources available to support this work and how you can play a key role. The webinar is free and open to all. Register at https://www.eucharisticrevival.org/bishop-cozzens-webinar.
Holy Hour for the Eucharistic Revival
Please join Deacon Dave Jacquel and the parishioners of St. Mark and Mt. Calvary parishes for a Holy Hour for the National Eucharistic Revival on Aug. 19 at 3 p.m. at Mt. Calvary Church, 2022 East Lake Rd., Erie. Contact the office with questions at 814.899.3000 or email office@smmc.church.
Annual Pork Roast
St. Charles Parish in New Bethlehem is hosting its sixth annual Pork Roast on Sept. 9 from 4-7 p.m. Tickets cost $20, with proceeds supporting the St. Nicholas Cemetery. Attendees stand a chance to win one of two $500 or five $100 cash prizes. Only 500 tickets are available and can be purchased at the event or the parish office at 3028 Shannondale Rd., Mayport, PA 16240. For more information, contact the parish office at 814.275.3446. See flier for details.
Annual National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children
St. George Parish in Erie will host a prayer service on Sept. 9 following the 8 a.m. Mass to mark the 11th Annual National Day of Remembrance for Aborted Children. The prayer service will be held at St. George Church, 5145 Peach St., Erie, and will last for approximately 45 minutes. Contact the parish office at 814.866.7532 for more information.
Administrative assistant for the International Missions Office/Chancery
The Office of International Missions and the Chancery Office of the Diocese of Erie are seeking a full-time administrative assistant. The candidate should possess at least a high school diploma with additional training in computers and business skills and three to five years of experience as an administrative assistant. For position details and how to apply, visit https://www.eriercd.org/employment.html.
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