July 8, 2024
The next Information Bulletin is Monday, July 15, 2024.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, July 11, at 4:30 p.m.
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2024 National Needs Collection
Pastors and administrators will find inside Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the 2024 National Needs Collection. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way on the weekend of July 13-14.
Stay safe online: Mail display name spoofing
Mail display name spoofing is a trick used by cybercriminals to make an email look like it’s from someone you know or trust. They change the name that appears in the “From” field of the email, but the actual email address is different. For example, you might get an email that looks like it’s from your boss, but the email address is not your boss’s real address. This tactic is often used in phishing attacks to trick people into sharing sensitive information or clicking on malicious links. It’s especially effective on mobile devices where you might only see the display name and not the full email address.
Updates needed for email usage
Updates are needed for all clergy and parish staff who check email through a Mac, smart phone or tablet, or Windows Mail. Starting mid-July, outdated versions of Outlook for iOS and Android for smart devices, as well as versions of Outlook for Mac and Windows Mail, and calendar applications will cease to work. Users must update to the latest versions for continued functionality and support. This does not impact Outlook for the desktop.
The following list details which versions Microsoft has retired. The version number can usually be found on the Help menu within the app.
- Outlook for iOS versions prior to 4.2411. To find this, open the app > tap the round icon to the left of the word Inbox > tap the gear icon > Tap Help & Feedback > scroll down to see the version number at the bottom of the screen.
- Outlook for Android versions before 4.2342.
- Outlook for Mac versions older than 16.73.
- Windows Mail and Calendar applications.
International Catholic Stewardship Council newsletter
The Catholic Foundation is happy to share the attached July 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 https://www.eriecatholic.org/about/careers.
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Volunteers needed for Zabawa 2024
The annual Zabawa festival will be held August 23 to 25, 2024, at Holy Trinity Parish, Erie. Parishioners of Holy Trinity Parish are looking for volunteers for various shifts over the course of the festival to serve food on the indoor food line. Available shifts include Friday from 4:30 to 9 pm, Saturday from 11:30 am to 6 pm or 5:30 to 9 pm, and Sunday from 10:30 am to 2:30 pm. For more information or to sign up to volunteer, please contact Elizabeth Beres at 814.722.0015.
Bingo at All Saints Parish
All are welcome to Bingo at All Saints Parish, 11264 Rt 97 N, Waterford, on Saturday, July 20th. Doors open to the air-conditioned social hall at 5:30 pm; first game is at 6:15 pm. Food is available for purchase. Hope to see you there!
St. Martin Center seeks development associate
St. Martin Center, 701 Parade Street, Erie, is looking for a development associate. This is a full-time position with a terrific benefit package. Details here: https://www.stmartincenter.org/who-we-are/careers.html.
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