May 18, 2026
Due to Memorial Day, the next Information Bulletin is Tuesday, May 26, 2026. The submission deadline is Thursday, May 21, 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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2027 confirmation schedule
The 2027 confirmation schedule in the Diocese of Erie is now available and can be found in the attachment. Please contact the Office for Divine Worship at 814-824-1271 with any questions. If any changes are made in the confirmation schedule during the year, it will be updated at www.eriercd.org/bishop/worship.html.
Quo Vadis Days 2026—Resources Available
The Diocese of Erie Vocations Office and the Office of Communications & Advancement have created a variety of parish resources to help promote Quo Vadis Days 2026, taking place June 28–July 1, 2026, at St. Mark Seminary. Quo Vadis Days is open to Catholic young men finishing 8th grade through 2026 high school graduates who are discerning God’s call in their lives. Resources include a parish flyer/poster, social media graphic, parish website banner, bulletin and pulpit announcements, talking points and additional promotional materials for those wishing to help encourage vocations across the Diocese of Erie. Materials can be found at: Quo Vadis Days Parish Resources.
Staying safe online: Impersonation scams are on the rise
Fake job scams are now the third most common scam worldwide, and the same techniques are used to target employees at work. Scammers may pose as recruiters, vendors, executives, or IT staff—even using deepfake voices or video that sound slightly “off.” They often build trust over time before asking for sensitive information such as IDs, banking details, passwords, or one?time verification codes. Any request that feels rushed, unusually generous, or confidential is a red flag—pause and verify through a known, trusted channel. Here is a one-hour webinar on spotting scams: https://youtu.be/QY8s1iKKiQA?si=oib2M9FTk-j7WbkW.
Eucharistic Processions for Corpus Christi—Sunday, June 7
On the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, Sunday, June 7, parishes throughout the Diocese of Erie will host Eucharistic processions as a public witness to the Real Presence of Jesus Christ in the Eucharist.
All are invited to participate in prayer, adoration and thanksgiving as the Blessed Sacrament is carried through parish communities across our 13 counties. Visit the diocesan website to view a full listing of Corpus Christi procession times and locations. Parish graphics and promotional resources can also be found on the diocesan resource pages.
Parish resources available for USCCB's “We Hold These Truths” 250th US anniversary initiative
The Office for Divine Worship, in collaboration with the Office of Communications & Advancement, has prepared parish resources for the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops’ “We Hold These Truths” campaign commemorating the 250th anniversary of the United States. Resources for parish use during Mass, Adoration and other parish activities—including bulletin inserts, social media graphics, prayers and a letter from Bishop Lawrence T. Persico—are available at https://www.eriercd.org/250-resources.html. A dedicated landing page for the faithful has also been created at https://www.eriercd.org/250.html.
As part of this effort, the Diocese of Erie is participating in “250 Hours of Adoration,” encouraging one hour of Eucharistic Adoration per person between June 11 and July 4. Parishes are encouraged to host Eucharistic Adoration during this time. Adoration opportunities submitted by parishes will be published on the diocesan website for the faithful to join. Please email your parish Adoration date, time and location to IBEditor@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.
Are you looking for a Running Club? Join Runners with Faith
All runners, casual and professionals, are welcome to join Runners with Faith every first and third Saturday in June, July and August at St. Jude Parish, 2801 W. 6th St., Erie. Our first run will be on June 6. We will meet in the parking lot of St. Jude at 8 AM for a brief reflection and prayer for an easy run to Frontier Park and back. If you’d like to go further, go ahead. Runners with Faith is for anyone who wants to reflect on their faith and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. We hope to see you there!
Family Adoration at St. George Parish
Looking for a way to worship and grow together as a family? St. George Parish, 5145 Peach St., Erie, is hosting Family Adoration every third Thursday of the month. Beginning May 21 from 6-7 p.m., the evening begins with an intro to adoration, praise and worship, readings from the bible, and come to Jesus (children are invited to come to the altar), Litany of saints and prayer for vocations, and more singing! All are welcome. Please see flyer for more information.
Purse Bingo
The Saint Lawrence Ladies of the Rosary is hosting a Purse Bingo on Saturday, May 30. This event will be held at the St. Lawrence Parish Center, 145 E. Pearl St., Albion, with doors opening at 11:30 a.m. and bingo beginning at 1. Tickets are $30 per person and include lunch and snacks. Please call the St. Lawrence church office at 814-756-3623 to purchase tickets.
Immaculate Conception golf scramble
Immaculate Conception Parish is hosting their second annual golf scramble on Saturday, May 30, at Pinecrest Country Club, 29 West Pinecrest Lane, Brookville. There will be a shotgun start at noon. The cost is $100 per person and includes: 18 holes of golf and cart, food at the turn, non-alcoholic beverages, and Toby Hill Pinecrest dinner. There will be games of skill, a putting contest, 50/50, and Chinese auction. Mulligans and skins games are available. For more information, please call Bob Deter at 814-715-2939. To register please go to: https://www.icbrookville.com/2026golfscrambleregistration.html. Please see flyer for more information.
St. Boniface, Kersey Feast Day family fest
St. Boniface Parish, 355-359 Main St., Kersey, will be celebrating their Feast day on Friday, June 5. Beginning at 5 p.m. with a Mass celebration, there will be fun and fellowship available for the whole family! There will be live music by the Trixx Band, food and drinks (ID required), kids activities, and small games of chance. All activities will be outside in the parking lot, weather pending. See attached flyer for information.
St. Joseph Parish golf outing
St. Joseph Parish in Force is hosting their 6th annual St. Joseph Parish golf outing on Saturday, June 13, at DuBois Country Club, 10 Lakeside Ave, DuBois. Shotgun start at 9 a.m. Cost is $85 per person or $65 for members and includes: greens fees, cart, lunch, dinner prizes and refreshments on the course. There will be 50/50 prizes, sill prizes, 1st and 2nd place monetary prizes, best ball, four man scramble format. $10,000 hole in one sponsored by St. Marys Insurance. To sign up, please call Logan Depto at DCC Golf Course 814-271-7540, ext. 2 or call or text Jim Allegretto at 814-594-9708. Please see flyer for more information.
Staff Accountant—Diocese of Erie
The Diocese of Erie is seeking a Staff Accountant to join our Financial Services team at the St. Mark Catholic Center, 429 E. Grandview Blvd, Erie. This is an excellent opportunity for an accounting professional who is passionate about accuracy, collaboration, and service—and who wants their work to support the ministries and mission of the Catholic Church across Northwest Pennsylvania. For more information or to apply, please visit on-line at https://www.eriercd.org/employment.html.
Executive Director of Faith Formation
The Diocese of Erie is seeking an Executive Director of Faith Formation to provide strategic leadership for diocesan initiatives that form disciples at every stage of life. For a complete job description and to apply, visit www.eriercd.org/employment.html.
Administrative Assistant for the Office of Diocesan and International Missions
The Diocese of Erie is seeking a part-time Administrative Assistant for the Office of Diocesan and International Missions. This position supports the Mission of Friendship outreach in Yucatán, Mexico, coordinates the annual Missionary Cooperative Program in parishes and assists with promoting the Pontifical Mission Societies and mission education across the diocese. For more information and to apply, visit www.eriercd.org/employment.html.
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