June 26, 2023
Due to the Independence Day holiday, the next Information Bulletin is Friday, June 30, 2023.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, June 29, at 4:30 p.m.
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Invitation to the Farewell Mass for Bishop-elect Lohse
Attached please find an invitation from Bishop Lawrence Persico to the clergy and laity of the Diocese of Erie to attend the Farewell Mass for Bishop-Elect Edward Lohse. Please publicize this in a significant way in your parishes and schools.
Missionary Cooperative Plan 2023 Note
Parish bookkeepers and secretaries: The Mission Office would like to remind you that all money raised in the Missionary Co-op Appeal is to be directed to the Diocesan Mission Office. Please note “Mission Co-op” in the memo line.
See the attached check remittance form, which should be enclosed in the missionary collection. Contact Indira Suarez in the Mission Office with questions at isuarez@eriercd.org or 814.824.1231
Reintroduction of the Precious Blood at Mass
Please see the attached letter from Bishop Persico, and accompanying instructions on the reintroduction of the Precious Blood at Masses in the Diocese of Erie.
2023 National Needs Collection
Please find attached Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the 2023 National Needs Collection, to be taken the weekend of July 15-16. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way on the weekend of July 8-9.
Finance Office reminder to pastors and bookkeepers
Pastors and parish bookkeepers are reminded that with the closing of the fiscal year for parishes on Friday, June 30, all payments for special collections as well as payments for assessments to the diocese will be due. Please contact Jim Hubert, CFO, Jahubert@eriercd.org, with any questions.
Marriage Matters newsletter
Please see the attached Marriage Matters newsletter from the Tribunal Office.
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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St. Joseph golf outing
St. Joseph Parish in Force will host its third annual golf outing on July 9 at Bavarian Hills Golf Course, 251 Mulligan Rd, St Marys, with a 1 p.m. shotgun start. Several prizes are available. Registration is $80 per person or $65 for members, covering greens fees, cart, meals and refreshments. To sign up, contact John Bauer at 814-834-3602 ext. 1. See flier for details.
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 Saturday, July 15 at 3:15 pm at St. Mark Church, 695 Smithson Ave Erie. Call the office with questions at 814.899.3000 or email office@smmc.church. See flier for details.
World Apostolate of Fatima retreat
The Erie Diocesan Division of the World Apostolate of Fatima will host its 18th annual one-day retreat on July 15 at St. Ann Church, 921 East Ave., Erie. The retreat, led by Fr. Jerry Priscaro and guest speaker Dr. Jaci Philips Sabol, will explore the theme Mary & the Eucharist. The day includes multiple talks, a presentation and Mass. Registration is $15 per individual or $25 per couple. See flier for details.
Grade six teacher
Seton Catholic School in Meadville is hiring a grade six language arts/social studies/science teacher. This is a permanent full-time position for the 2023-24 school year and beyond. An elementary education degree is required, and a specialty in ELA is preferred. For full position details and how to apply, visit https://www.eriercd.org/schools/educator-non-educator.html.
Preschool teacher
Seton Catholic School in Meadville is hiring a preschool teacher. This is a part-time position for the 2023-24 school year. An option for full-time work may also be available. For full position details and how to apply, visit https://www.eriercd.org/schools/educator-non-educator.html.
Director for the Office of Social Justice and Life
Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie, Inc. is looking for a director for the Office of Social Justice and Life. The candidate will be responsible for educating and accompanying the people of the Diocese of Erie to respond to the Gospel call to recognize the dignity in all human life, and to be in solidarity with, and in service to the poor, the neglected, the unborn and those living in the margins. For full position details and how to apply, visit https://www.eriercd.org/employment.html
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