December 29, 2025
The next Information Bulletin is Monday, Jan. 5, 2026.
Due to the holiday, the submission deadline is due Tuesday, Dec. 30, at 4:30 p.m.
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Help Spread the Faith Communications Collection
Please find attached Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the Help Spread the Faith Communications Collection, taken the weekend of Jan. 24-25, 2026. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way the weekend of Jan. 17-18, 2026.
Office for Divine Worship January newsletter
The Office for Divine Worship presents a monthly newsletter to aid in preparing celebrations that will occur in that particular month. The January newsletter is attached.
International Catholic Stewardship Council January newsletter
The Catholic Foundation is happy to share the attached January 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.
Director of the Office for the Protection of Children and Youth
In January of 2026, the Diocese of Erie will advertise the newly created position of Director of the Office for the Protection of Children and Youth (OPCY). This position will include a combination of some duties currently fulfilled by the coordinator (Cindy Zemcik, who will retire in 2026) and the current Director – Fr. Chris Singer. Please share this information with anyone who may be qualified or interested in this position. Please see the attachment for more information.
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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Jesus The Way, The Truth and the Life, A Definitive Study
St. Francis Xavier, 8880 Main St., McKean, is hosting a definitive study of Jesus Christ. This is a new and fresh look at Jesus and his life, what he taught, what he was like and what he did for our salvation. This is 10 weekly sessions every Wednesday, beginning Jan. 21, 2026 and concluding March 25, from 10 a.m. -11:30 a.m. For more information, please see attached flyer or contact: Irene Schneider 814-476-7657 ext. 7 or email: evangelization@stfrancisxaviermcckean.org.
Nativity Play
St. Patrick Parish, 949 Liberty St., Franklin is hosting a Nativity play in Cenedella Hall on Sunday, Jan. 4, at 12 p.m. A pasta lunch will be held after for families and parishioners. Donations only, all proceeds will go to the youth group. Sign up is in the back of the church.
The Gospel Truth: The prophecies of Jesus Christ
Holy Spirit Parish’s Adult Faith Formation team is hosting a discussion and video series, The Gospel Truth: The prophecies of Jesus Christ. Facilitated by Dr. Marianne Konior, learn more about our faith from experts and each other. This will be held from 10:30 a.m. until noon, Jan. 18, Feb. 22, March 15 and April 26 in the library at DuBois Central Catholic, 200 Central Catholic Rd., DuBois.
Candlemas Day
Celebrate Jesus Christ being the Light of the World! St. Francis Xavier Parish, 8880 W. Main St., McKean is hosting a candle making event on the Epiphany, Jan. 6, from 6:30-8:30 p.m. Cost is $30. Candles will be blessed at the 7:30 a.m. Mass on Feb. 2. RSVP to Irene 814-476-7657, ext. 7 or see attached for more information.
Life-Giving Wounds Retreat
St. Joseph/Bread of Life Community, 147 W. 24th St., Erie is hosting a two-day commuter retreat on Saturday, Feb. 21, from 8 a.m.–8 p.m. and Sunday, Feb. 22, from 8 a.m.–6 p.m. It will be led by Dr. Daniel Meola, Life-Giving Wounds founder and Spiritual Directors Rev. Stephen Schreiber and Rev. Michael Polinek. This is a healing retreat for adult children of divorce or separation and offers a safe, supportive space to begin the healing journey as an adult child of divorce or separation. Early Bird special until Feb. 5. Ages 18-25: $100; ages 26 and up: $125. After Feb. 5, ages 18-25: $125 and 26 and up: $200. Please see attached flyer for more details.
2026 Pilgrimage to Lourdes and Medjugorje
Father Brian Vossler, pastor of Saint George Parish, 5145 Peach St., Erie, is leading a 10-day pilgrimage trip to Lourdes and Medjugorje departing Oct. 5, 2026. For more information, please contact Lisa Manendo at lisaminerie@gmail.com.
Blessed Sacrament Parish part-time business manager
Immediate opening for a part-time business manager at Blessed Sacrament Parish, 1626 W. 26th St., Erie. Must have knowledge of Quick Books and accounts payable. Preferably a knowledge of the Ministry Platform data system. If interested or for more information, contact Fr. Phil at the parish office 814-454-0171.
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