October 20, 2025
The next Information Bulletin is Monday, October 27, 2025.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, October 23, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
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Reminder regarding Official Catholic Directory updates
Every parish, school system and Catholic organization is reminded to submit updates for the 2026 Official Catholic (Kenedy) Directory by Oct. 29. Instructions for accessing the online system are attached. Please contact Maria Caulfield at 814-824-1274 or mcaulfield@eriercd.org with any questions.
Deadline approaching for #iGiveCatholic registration
Registration is still open for the annual #iGiveCatholic giving day campaign. Parishes, schools and ministries interested in participating must register by Nov. 1! Contact Elizabeth Rathburn of the Catholic Foundation at erathburn@cfnwpa.org or by phone at 814-824-1257 with questions.
Office for Divine Worship monthly newsletter
The Office for Divine Worship presents a monthly newsletter to aid in preparing celebrations that will occur in that particular month. The November newsletter is attached.
Cyber Security Month: Week 2: Turn On Multifactor Authentication (MFA): Even strong passwords can be compromised. Multifactor authentication adds an extra layer of protection by requiring a second form of verification—like a code sent to your phone or a fingerprint scan. Turn it on wherever possible to keep your accounts safer. To learn more visit https://www.staysafeonline.org/articles/multi-factor-authentication. Happy National Cyber Security Month!
Black Catholic History Month resources
November is recognized as Black Catholic History Month, a time when the Diocese of Erie joins Catholics across the nation in celebrating the rich faith and contributions of Black Catholics to the life of the church. The Office of Communications & Advancement has created a variety of materials to use throughout the month, including social media graphics, web banners, a prayer card and a bulletin graphic. A special resource microsite has also been developed, featuring educational links, family activities and ways to learn more about the seven Black Catholics from the United States currently on the path to sainthood. Visit https://eriercd.org/bchm.html for more information.
Priest Prayer Calendar
Please find attached the November issue of the Priest Prayer Calendar. This can be printed and added to your bulletins at the end of October, so they can be prayed for in November.
Microsoft Windows 10 Support has ended
Attention all parish staff: Support for Microsoft Windows 10 ended, Tuesday, Oct. 14. Ensure your parish isn't left running unsupported software. Running Windows 10 are vulnerable to significant security risk and potential identity theft of parishioner information. Visit https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/can-i-upgrade-to-windows-11-14c25efc-ecb7-4ce6-a3dd-7e2e24476997 to learn more about the Windows 11 upgrade.
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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St. Gregory Parish Great Spaghetti Feast
St. Gregory Parish, 140 W. Main St., North East, invites you to the Great Spaghetti Feast on Sunday, Oct. 26, from noon to 3 p.m. The event will be held in the St. Gregory School gym and offers both dine-in and takeout options. Dinner tickets are available through the parish office, Monday through Thursday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. See the attached flyer for more information.
St. Nicholas annual Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner
St. Nicholas Parish, 3028 Shannondale Rd., Mayport, is hosting their annual Pork & Sauerkraut Dinner on Sunday, Nov. 2, from noon to 2 p.m. The cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children 6-12 years old and children under 5 are free. There will be a quilt raffle, country store and take-out option available.
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Ladies’ Guild Annual Fall Luncheon and Auction
Our Lady of Mount Carmel Ladies’ Guild, 1531 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie, invites you to a Fall Luncheon and Auction on Sunday, Nov. 2, from 1 to 4 p.m. The event will be held in Scheffner Hall. Tickets are $10 and include a delicious lunch. Enjoy a Basket & Gift Card Auction with over 100 items, a Dessert Auction, small games of chance and a 50/50 drawing. Reserve a table for your group today! For tickets or more information, call Angela at 814-450-3547 or Lisa at 814-450-7745. See the attached flyer for more information.
DuBois Central Catholic Sparkler Gala
DuBois Central Catholic School invites you to the Sparkler Gala on Saturday, Nov. 8, at the DuBois Country Club, 10 Lakeside Ave., DuBois. Doors open at 5 p.m. for the silent auction, games and more. The dessert auction closes at 6:30 p.m., followed by dinner at 7 p.m. and a live auction. To purchase tickets, visit https://e.givesmart.com/events/Kxu/.
Thanksgiving Dinner Deliveries
The Sisters of St. Joseph Thanksgiving Fund will provide meals for more than 1,300 neighbors on Thanksgiving Day and support over 60 organizations that feed those in need throughout the year. Thanksgiving meal deliveries will take place Thursday, Nov. 27, between 8 and 11 a.m. To reserve a meal, please call 814-836-4198 between 9 a.m. and noon on Tuesday, Nov. 18. Dinner orders will only be taken during this time. Phone lines may be busy, so please keep calling. A flyer with full details is also attached. Thank you to the Sisters of St. Joseph for 165 years of loving our neighbor without distinction, reflecting the faith, courage and compassion of St. Joseph.
Walking the Journey of Love Overnight Retreat
You’re invited for a weekend of reflection, prayer and sharing at Olmsted Retreat Center, 17 E. Main St., Ludlow, on Nov. 1-2, from noon to noon. Walking the Journey of Love will be led by Sister Tina Geiger RSM, Sister Marian Wehler OSB, Sister Ann Muczynski OSB and Sister Colleen Leathley OSB. The cost is $60 for double or $75 for single room occupancy and includes four meals. Scholarships are available; phone (814) 677-2032. RSVP by October 23 with Sr. Tina at srtinag@gmail.com and send payment to C.R.M., 7 Pulaski St., Oil City, PA 16301. See attached flyer for more information.
Comfort through Grief Ministry
St. Joseph/Bread of Life Parish will host the Comfort through Grief Ministry at the parish community center, 147 W. 24th St., Erie, in the upstairs multi-purpose room. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., and the program runs from 6:15 to 8 p.m. The next session will be held on Monday, Oct. 27, featuring a video presentation titled “Through a Lens Darkly: Grief, Loss and C.S. Lewis.” See the attached flyer for more information.
Cabrini Celebration Movie Night
Be Keepers of Hope and join Catholic Charities in celebrating the feast day of St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, patron saint of immigrants, on Thursday, Nov. 13. The Office of Social Justice and Life will host a free screening of “Cabrini” (PG-13) from Angel Studios at 6:15 p.m. in the H. David Bowes Auditorium at Cathedral Preparatory School, 250 W. 10th St., Erie. Reservations are required due to limited seating — RSVP at https://bit.ly/CCCabrini. For more details, see the attached flyer or contact Elizabeth Slaby at ESlaby@ccincerie.org. Funding is provided by the Social Justice Endowment of the Catholic Foundation of Northwest Pennsylvania.
Administrative Assistant to the Vicar General
The Vicar General and Clergy Office for the Diocese of Erie is seeking a motivated and detail-oriented professional to join the team as a full-time administrative assistant. This important position supports the mission and daily operations of the diocesan clergy office. To learn more or apply, visit the Diocese of Erie employment page before Oct. 31.
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