October 6, 2025
Due to the Columbus Day holiday, the next Information Bulletin is Tuesday, October 14, 2025.The deadline for submissions is Thursday, October 9, 2025, at 4:30 p.m.
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2025 Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)/Local Needs Collection
Please find attached Bishop Persico’s letter introducing the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)/Local Needs Collection, taken the weekend of Nov. 15 and 16. Parishes are asked to publicize this collection in a significant way on the weekend of Nov. 8 and 9.
October Count Reminder
Pastors are reminded to please make arrangements to have someone count weekend Mass attendance every weekend in October. Click https://www.eriercd.org/October-Count.html to download the Mass Count form and instructions for submitting this year’s October Count.
2026 Official Catholic Directory updates (Kenedy Directory)
The Official Catholic Directory, also known as the Kenedy Directory, lists every Catholic entity in the United States. It is used to confirm tax exempt status for these entities under the USCCB group ruling with the IRS.
Parishes, schools and other Catholic organizations must update their entries each year online. The Official Catholic Directory sent an email on Sept. 23 to every organization that has provided an email address. Highlights from that email and tips for using the update system are attached.
Institutional representatives should log in to https://ocdedits.com/login to complete their updates for the 2026 Official Catholic Directory by October 29, 2025. Please contact Brianna McAndrew (814-824-1130, bmcandrew@eriercd.org) or Maria Caulfield (814-824-1274, mcaulfield@eriercd.org) with any questions. You may also contact the publishers directly at ocdedits@nrpdirect.com.
October edition of Jubilee Journey: Pilgrims of Hope available now
The attached October edition of the Jubilee Journey: Pilgrims of Hope newsletter is now available. To recognize the Jubilee Year 2025, this newsletter—suitable for printing in parish bulletins or using in faith formation classes—provides both informative and interactive elements for children and adults. Each edition celebrates the monthly jubilee events recognized the Vatican and brings readers along for a spiritual pilgrimage. The October edition is attached, and previous editions can be found at https://www.eriercd.org/holyyear2025.html.
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 Fall Fest, Cash Bingo and Basket Raffle
The Wonder Workers of St. Gregory’s Parish, 48 S. Pearl St., North East, will be hosting their annual Cash Bingo and Gift Basket Raffle on Sunday, Oct. 12, at the school gym 140 West Main St., North East. The doors will open at 1 p.m. with bingo beginning promptly at 2 p.m. Admission is $30 and includes: 10 sheets of nine games per sheet, along with a food voucher for their famous chicken salad meal. Basket raffle tickets are $5 for 25 chances. There will also be a table full of “big” items with tickets selling for $2 each or three for $5. Extra bingo sheets and raffle tickets are available for purchase. 50/50 ticket and tip boards available throughout the event. For further information, please read the attached flyer.
40 Hours of Adoration
The Epiphany of the Lord Parish, 353 Pine St., Meadville, will host 40 Hours of Adoration beginning after the 11:30 a.m. Mass on Sunday, Oct. 19, and continuing without pause until closing and reposition at 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 21. Each evening, Father Jeff Lucas will lead Evening Prayer with a homily. A reception will follow the closing in St. Agatha’s Center.
Mercer County Praise and Worship Adoration Holy Hour
Notre Dame Parish, 2325 Highland Rd., Hermitage, is hosting a Praise and Worship Holy Hour on Thursday, Oct. 23, at 7 p.m. There will be additional dates in the future, see attached flyer for more information.
Healing the Whole Person Series
St. Joseph Bread of Life Parish, 147 W 24th St., Erie, is hosting a 3 Day weekend retreat, Friday, Oct. 24, from 7-9 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 25, from 9 a.m.–8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 26, from 8–10:20 a.m. and Mass after. This weekend will include: 1-hour video teachings, small group discussion and journaling, as well as opportunities for confession, adoration, and prayer ministry. The cost is $50 which includes the book and meals or $25 if you already have the book. Checks may be made payable to St. Joseph Church. See attached flyer for more information.
The Chosen season five viewing and discussion
St. John the Baptist Parish, 509 East 26th St., Erie, will be hosting a weekly viewing and guided discussion series on The Chosen, season 5. The viewing of each episode will begin at 6:30 p.m. starting Oct. 1, and every consecutive week through Nov. 19, with a discussion to follow each week. All are welcome. See attached flyer for more details.
Sisters of Saint Joseph Open House on October 25
The Sisters of St. Joseph Mission & Ministries Foundation invites you to an Open House on Saturday, Oct. 25, from 3-5 p.m. at the SSJ Community Living Center, 5031 West Ridge Road. This special gathering will celebrate the Sisters and their 165 years of ministry in the Catholic Diocese of Erie. Guests will enjoy hors d’oeuvres, refreshments, brief tours with the Sisters and live entertainment by Me and Julio. A Blessing of the St. Joseph Mural will take place at 4 p.m. Please RSVP by Oct. 14 to 814-836-4202 or almi.clerkin@ssjerie.org. See attached flyer for more details.
Cathedral Prep Open House
Cathedral Preparatory School, 250 W. 10th St., Erie, invites all middle school students to attend an Open House to tour the campus, meet students, teachers and coaches and to find out what it’s like to be a Rambler. The Open House will take place on Sunday, Oct. 26, from 12-3 p.m. To pre-register, please visit: www.cathedralprep.com/oh2025registration. See attached flyer for more details.
Respect Life Conference 2025 “Be a Sign of Hope”
Catholic Charities Office of Social Justice and Life invites you to attend the 2025 Respect Life Conference “Be a Sign of Hope” on Nov. 1 from 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. (doors open at 8:45 a.m.) at Saint Mark Catholic Center, 429 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie. Presentations will be given on a variety of respect life topics: Walking with Moms in Need, post-IVF ministry, hospice care and human trafficking. Tickets are $15/person, $8/student, and scholarships are available. Registration includes lunch. For more information, please contact Social Justice and Life Director Elizabeth Slaby at ESlaby@CCIncErie.org or 814-824-1254. A flyer is attached with more information and a registration link.
Engagement Encounter: Feb. 6–8, 2026
Pastors are encouraged to invite engaged couples to participate in a weekend retreat at St. Mark Catholic Center, 429 E. Grandview Blvd., Erie. This retreat fulfills diocesan marriage preparation requirements and is open to both Catholic and interfaith couples. Registration and details: eriercd.org/familylifeoffice. “A wedding lasts a day, but marriage is a lifetime."
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