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	SAINTS' LIVES PROVE GOD'S LOVE FOR ALL; Saint Titus Brandsma among those canonized May 15 05/17/2022 Pope Francis canonizes 10 new saints
	BISHOPS EXPRESS SORROW, CONDEMN RACIALLY MOTIVATED SHOOTING IN BUFFALO 05/17/2022 'We can't give in to hopelessness,' Bishop Persico says
	POPE URGES MISSION SOCIETIES TO HAVE FAITH, COURAGE, CREATIVITY 05/17/2022 Points to missionary outreach as fundamental aspect of Catholicism
	PASTORAL PLANNING UPDATE 05/10/2022 Three deaneries begin planning in earnest for third phase of restructuring
	MEET THE NEW US AMBASSADOR TO THE HOLY SEE, JOSEPH DONNELLY 05/09/2022 Ambassador reflects upon his mission
	POPE FRANCIS: VOCATION 'IS ABOUT MAKING GOD'S DREAM COME TRUE' 05/09/2022 Pope Francis' message for World Day of Prayer for Vocations
	PADRE PIO: THREE DEGREES OF SEPARATION 05/09/2022 A personal essay as the saint's relics come to the Diocese of Erie
	'SMELL OF SHEEP' IN UKRAINE REEKS OF SCORCHED HOMES, DEATH, CHAPLAIN SAYS 05/03/2022 A challenge of mercy
	IT IS NEVER TOO LATE TO CELEBRATE SERVICE 05/02/2022 Gannon University honors St. Luke, Erie, students
	ANNUAL STUDY ON ORDINATION CLASS RELEASED AS CHURCH PREPARES FOR WORLD DAY OF PRAYER FOR VOCATIONS 05/02/2022 Report highlights demographics and influences on vocations
	VATICAN OFFICIALS IN U.S. TO STUDY ALLEGED MIRACLES IN FATHER TOLTON'S CAUSE 04/25/2022 Father Tolton is first U. S. African American priest
	DISPLACED SOUTH SUDANESE AT U.N. BASE LOOK TO MARYKNOLL PRIEST FOR HOPE 04/25/2022 Priest demonstrates commitment to ministry
	'SOURCE AND SUMMIT' OF THE CATHOLIC FAITH IS FOCUS OF REVIVAL 04/22/2022 Three-year event begins June 19
	CHRIST'S RESURRECTION BRINGS HOPE AMID 'EASTER OF WAR,' POPE SAYS 04/18/2022 Easter blessing urbi et orbi
	ARCHBISHOP FROM ASSISI BRINGS FIRST-CLASS RELIC OF BLESSED ACUTIS TO U.S. 04/18/2022 Blessed Acutis is patron of Eucharistic Revival
	FROM THE CLASSROOM TO DISCIPLESHIP 04/12/2022 Faith Formation Office unveils dramatic new approach for students in grades six through 12
	WAHLBERG: REAL-LIFE FATHER STU HAS HIM 'CONTINUING TO CARRY ON HIS MESSAGE' 04/11/2022 Movie tells story of conversion
	AS THREE FEASTS CONVERGE, HOLY LAND CHRISTIAN HOPE FOR PEACE, TOURISM 04/11/2022 Hope for return to 'normalcy'
	SYNOD MEETINGS COME TO AN END 04/05/2022 Survey participation extended through Friday
	TUCSON BISHOP RECALLS PADRE KINO'S ZEAL TO EVANGELIZE ACROSS VAST TERRITORY 04/01/2022 Missionary remembered for witnessing God's mercy
	POPE APOLOGIZES FOR TREATMENT OF INDIGENOUS IN CANADA, PROMISES TO VISIT 04/01/2022 Representatives from First Nations meet with pope
	ECUMENICAL PATRIARCH PLEDGES SOLIDARITY WITH UKRAINIANS DURING WARSAW VISIT 04/01/2022 Catholics in Poland extend hospitality
	CONFESSION IS MORE ABOUT GOD'S FORGIVENESS THAN OUR SINS, POPE SAYS 03/28/2022 Confession is reason for joy
	POPE CONSECRATES UKRAINE, RUSSIA TO MARY 03/28/2022 Consecration: "no magic formula but a spiritual act," pope says
	JESUITICAL MARKS FIVE YEARS; 'YOUNG, HIP AND LAY' PODCAST HAS GLOBAL REACH 03/28/2022 Podcast 'speaks' to young adult audience
	GENEROSITY ON TWO CONTINENTS 03/22/2022 Students at St. Joseph in Warren connect with refugee children in Slovakia
	RELICS OF ST. BERNADETTE TO VISIT U.S. 03/22/2022 Several locations within a one-day drive from the Diocese of Erie
	POPE PROMULGATES CURIA REFORM 03/22/2022 Stronger emphasis placed on the church's missionary nature
	STUDENTS LEARN ABOUT POVERTY IN THE GLOBAL COMMUNITY 03/11/2022 Global Poverty Project — year 3
	HORROR OF WAR 'LODGES IN YOUR GUT' WHEN RECOUNTED BY REFUGEES, CARDINAL SAYS 03/11/2022 Displacement has lasting impact
	MYSTERY, MIRACLE OR BOTH? 03/11/2022 The Loretto staircase
	LOVE OF DRAWING, DOODLING LEADS TO NATIONAL RECOGNITION FOR UTAH CATHOLIC 03/11/2022 Woman shares faith with doodles
	BISHOP TRAUTMAN LAID TO REST 03/08/2022 Bishop Persico presides; Msgr. Smith offers homily
	CARING FOR EARTH, CARING FOR YOU 03/07/2022 Catholic Sisters Week, March 8-14
	'ICE MASS' ON FROZEN CAMPUS LAKE IN MINNESOTA DRAWS HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS 03/04/2022 Students gather at novel location
	CENTURIES-OLD MARIAN ICON OFFERS SOLACE, PROTECTION AMID HORROR OF WAR 03/04/2022 Ukrainians look to Mary for hope
	LENT 3.0: THIRD LENT IN PANDEMIC OFFERS CHANCE FOR SPIRITUAL RESET 03/01/2022 A joyful embrace of Lent
	MANY SCHOOLS GO MASK-OPTIONAL AS COVID CASES SUBSIDE 03/01/2022 Many recommendations have been revised
	ENDING CONFLICT REQUIRES DIALOGUE; VATICAN READY TO HELP, CARDINAL SAYS 03/01/2022 Pope Francis continues to advocate conflict resolution
	CHURCH IN BRAZIL OPENS DOORS TO SHELTER THOSE WHO LOST HOMES IN MUDSLIDES 02/18/2022 Community devastated by storms
	SOLAR PANELS ENHANCE STUDENTS' LESSONS, REDUCE MONASTERY'S CARBON FOOTPRINT 02/18/2022 Indiana school's lesson extend beyond the classroom
	IN THE 'SPIRIT' OF COMPETITION 02/17/2022 Seminarians on the hardcourt
	SHOULD I ATTEND A LISTENING SESSION FOR THE SYNOD? 02/15/2022 hint: the answer is,
	FEAST HIGHLIGHTS APOSTOLIC NATURE OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH 02/15/2022 'Upon this rock, I will build my church.'
	POPE MODIFIES CONGREGATION FOR THE DIVINE FAITH: TWO SECTIONS WITH DISTINCT SECRETARIES 02/15/2022 Reform affirms fundamental role of promotion of the faith
	AFRICAN AMERICAN SISTER SAYS PRAYER, LISTENING CAN LEAD TO RACIAL HEALING 02/15/2022 Dialogue important for healing division
	BLACK HISTORY MONTH SEEN AS REMINDER OF NEED TO WORK FOR JUSTICE, EQUALITY 02/07/2022 Bishop urges all to learn more about contributions of Black Americans
	CARDINAL GRECH: QUERIDA AMAZONIA CONTINUES TO GENERATE NEW LIFE FOR CHURCH 02/07/2022 Impact of Querida Amazonia is noted
	PRAYING FOR PEACE, LOOKING TOWARD OLYMPICS, POPE EMPHASIZES UNITY 02/04/2022 Olympics begin on International Day of Human Fraternity
	PARISHES CONSIDER MERGERS FOR FUTURE 02/01/2022 Reprinted with permission from the Erie Times-News
	BISHOP IN CABO DELGADO: 'THE ATTACKS ON THE VILLAGES CONTINUE' 01/31/2022 Violence disrupts life for many communities throughout the world
	OFFICIAL HELPS SCHOOLS UNDERSTAND THEIR CATHOLIC IDENTITY MAKES THEM UNIQUE 01/31/2022 Catholic Schools Week is Jan. 30 - Feb. 5
	'OUR CIVIC DUTY ... OUR CHRISTIAN RESPONSIBILITY' 01/31/2022 Advocates once again brave the cold in support of life
$St. Luke Hot Cocoa math activity.jpg$	CELEBRATING WITH FAITH AND FUN 01/24/2022 Catholic Schools Week is Jan. 30 - Feb. 5
	RALLY SPEAKERS CONFIDENT ABOUT ABORTION LAW CHANGES BUT SEE WORK AHEAD 01/24/2022 Marchers share enthusiasm at March for Life
	POPE CONFERS MINISTRIES OF LECTOR, CATECHIST ON LAY WOMEN AND MEN 01/24/2022 Ministries highlighted on Word of God Sunday
	'TRUST THE SCIENCE' BUT DO NOT IDOLOZE IT, SAYS VATICAN ASTRONOMER 01/14/2022 Faith and science not at odds
	INDIANA SEMINARIANS CHOP WOOD TO HELP RURAL NEIGHBORS STAY WARM 01/14/2022 Seminarians learn life lessons from those they will serve
	TRAINING SESSIONS LAUNCHED 01/14/2022 All will soon be welcome to add their voices to the conversation
	CATHOLIC MAN'S DEEP PLAN: BUILD MORE WELLS IN UGANDA 01/10/2022 Service where it is needed
	ANNUAL MARCH FOR LIFE STILL ON THIS YEAR IN WASHINGTON 01/10/2022 COVID safety addressed
	GENEROSITY SUPPORTS DIOCESAN OUTREACH 01/07/2022 Help Spread the Faith Collection scheduled for January 22-23
	ARCHBISHOP DESMOND TUTU HAD STRONG TIES TO CATHOLIC CHURCH 01/04/2022 Anglican archbishop had devotion to St. Thérèse of Lisieux
	'RUFF' WORK: DOGS PROVIDE NEEDED SUPPORT IN BALTIMORE ARCHDIOCESE 01/04/2022 Dogs help during times of extra stress
	CHRISTMAS STARS SHINE EVEN IN PANDEMIC 01/04/2022 Creativity and generosity combine to grant Christmas wishes
	VATICAN ADDS QR CODE TO SCULPTURE TO EDUCATE PEOPLE ABOUT MIGRATION 01/04/2022 Hi-tech assistance with education
	RELIEF EFFORTS FOR TORNADO VICTIMS SHOW 'CHURCH AT ITS BEST,' SAYS SISTER 12/20/2021 Neighbors step up to assist recovery
	PREPARE FOR CHRISTMAS BY SERVING OTHERS, POPE SAYS 12/20/2021 Looking beyond a secular celebration
	WE PROCLAIM CHRIST; CAN WE RECLAIM LOVE? 12/20/2021 Let us use this season to do so
	WHEN CHRISTMAS FALLS ON A SATURDAY... 12/14/2021 Do I still have to attend Sunday Mass? Yes!
	KNIGHTS' DOCUMENTARY ON ST. JOSEPH NOW AVAILABLE TO VIEW ONLINE FOR FREE 12/13/2021 Extending devotion to St. Joseph
	CHRISTMAS IS TIME FOR SHARING, NOT COMMERCIALISM, POPE SAYS 12/13/2021 St. Peter's Square is bright with Christmas
	MASS ATTENDANCE CONTINUES TO DWINDLE IN THE DIOCESE 12/07/2021 October Count shows approximate 30 percent decrease since 2019
	ST. JOSEPH REMINDS CHURCH TO PAY ATTENTION TO THE ESSENTIAL, POPE SAYS 12/06/2021 Year dedicated to St. Joseph comes to a close, but devotion remains
	A TIME GIVE AND A TIME TO RECEIVE 12/06/2021 Collections assist retired religious and priests
	ARCHBISHOP CHARLES THOMPSON ENCOURAGES YOUTHS AT NCYC TO 'KEEP THE FIRE ALIVE' 11/29/2021 National Catholic Youth Conference draws 11,000 youth
	POPE FRANCIS ENCOURAGES YOUNG PEOPLE TO 'BE THE CRITICAL CONSCIENCE OF SOCIETY' 11/29/2021 World Youth Day to be held in Lisbon in 2023
	COMMUNICATIONS, FAITH FORMATION OFFICES EARN RECOGNITION FROM PRSA 11/29/2021 Print, digital and video work in the spotlight
	DIOCESAN YOUTH ARE 'ABLAZE' 11/29/2021 Sixty youth from Northwest Pa. attend NCYC
	U.S. BISHOPS SPOTLIGHT PROGRAMS ON EUCHARIST, YOUNG PEOPLE, MOMS IN NEED 11/22/2021 Bishops hold in person meeting, first since 2019
	CATHOLIC RELIEF SERVICES STRESSES UNITY IN ITS EFFORTS TO SERVE PEOPLE AROUND THE WORLD 11/22/2021 U.S. bishops highlight worldwide humanitarian services
	BISHOPS AFFIRM DIOCESES' SAINTHOOD CAUSES FOR THREE U.S. LAYPEOPLE 11/22/2021 Causes of three Servants of God with diverse backgrounds advanced
	SIMPLY CELEBRATING: ADVENT/CHRISTMAS MICROSITE RE-LAUNCHED 11/16/2021 Updated for 2021
	FOCUS ON COMMUNION CRISIS HIGHLIGHTS BIGGER ISSUE, THEOLOGIANS SAY 11/15/2021 Conversation may increase understanding
	POOR, VOLUNTEERS DEEPEN FAITH AND FRIENDSHIP ON ASSISI PILGRIMAGE 11/15/2021 At pope's invitation, stories of the poor are heard
	RACIAL HEALING: PRAYING, LEARNING AND DISCERNING TOGETHER 11/09/2021 Diocese, Gannon collaborate to create a space for greater understanding
	MENTAL HEALTH: A PERSONAL TESTIMONY OF ASSISTING DEPRESSION-SUFFERERS 11/08/2021 Scranton deacon shares his family tragedy
	POPE NAMES WOMAN SECRETARY-GENERAL OF VATICAN CITY STATE GOVERNING OFFICE 11/08/2021 Sister Raffaella Petrini receives Vatican appointment
	ADSUMUS SANCTE SPIRITUS 11/02/2021 All are asked to pray
	'SPEAK, LORD, YOUR SERVANT IS LISTENING' 11/02/2021 National Vocation Awareness Week observed Nov. 7 through 13
	BIDEN THANKS POPE FOR SPEAKING UP FOR THE POOR, FIGHTING CLIMATE CRISIS 11/02/2021 Pope Francis welcomes President Biden to the Vatican
	VATICAN EXTENDS TRADITIONAL ALL SOULS' DAY INDULGENCES 11/02/2021 Indulgences extended through November
	U.S. CATHOLIC CHURCH TO OBSERVE NATIONAL VOCATION AWARENESS WEEK, NOV. 7-13 11/02/2021 All are encouraged to pray for vocations
	CALL TO PRAYER FOR THE SYNOD FINDS HOME ONLINE, IN APP 10/26/2021 App facilitates prayer on the go
	POPE: WORK TO BUILD A MORE JUST AND EQUITABLE WORLD 10/26/2021 Pope promotes Catholic social teaching as treasure of church's tradition
	LETTER TO PARISHIONERS REGARDING THE 2023 SYNOD OF BISHOPS 10/22/2021 For a synodal church: Communion, participation and mission
	BISHOP SEITZ RECEIVES AMBASSADOR OF PEACE AWARD FROM ST. NORBERT COLLEGE 10/22/2021 Bishop espouses Gospel of love
	THE LEGACY OF THE PAST IS FOUNDATION FOR THE FUTURE 10/18/2021 Crowley family members explore church that is part of their family legacy.
	INITIATIVES OF EUCHARIST AIM TO GIVE CATHOLICS BETTER UNDERSTANDING 10/18/2021 Bishops hope for better understanding of Communion
	RECOGNIZING MIRACLE, POPE CLEARS WAY FOR BEATIFICATION OF JOHN PAUL I 10/18/2021 Pope John Paul I called 'the smiling pope'
	CONNECTING THE DOTS 10/11/2021 Priests of the diocese meet with Bishop Persico, other leaders, to reflect on the future
	BY LISTENING TO HOLY SPIRIT, SYNOD CAN BE PROCESS OF HEALING, POPE SAYS 10/11/2021 Encounter, listening and discernment are foundation of synodal process
	RESISTING TEMPTATION: SYNOD PROCESS RELIES OF FAITH, TRUST 10/11/2021 Synod is viewed as 'open path'
	VISITING THE IMPRISONED 10/04/2021 Deacon DeCecco recognized for ministry
	MISSIONARY PRIEST SERVING NATIVE ALASKANS IS WINNER OF LUMEN CHRISTI AWARD 10/04/2021 Priest embeds himself in culture of those he serves
	PAPAL ACADEMY GIVES U.S. DEATH ROW CHAPLAIN 'GUARDIAN OF LIFE' AWARD 10/04/2021 Chaplain - 'we must go to them'
	MAINTAINING PRESENCE 09/27/2021 Religious women respond to need in diocese
	CENTRAL EUROPE TRIP WAS ABOUT HONORING ROOTS, MOVING FORWARD, POPE SAYS 09/27/2021 Pope encourages remembering roots of faith
	MAINE BISHOP CALLS BLUE MASS 'ACT OF DUTY' TO HONOR FIRST RESPONDERS 09/27/2021 Maine Catholics express gratitude to heroes in their midst
	WHAT IS THE COMMON GOOD IN FACE OF COVID VACCINES? 09/21/2021 Dominican priest addresses vaccine recommendations and moral theology
	NEW GLOBAL INITIATIVE SEEKS TO 'UNLOCK' CATECHISM OF THE CATHOLIC CHURCH 09/20/2021 New perspective on important text
	CHURCH NEEDS TO HEAR GOD SPEAKING THROUGH THOSE WHO ARE HURTING, POPE SAYS 09/20/2021 Synodality honors all voices
	HELPING HANDS GALA SET FOR OCTOBER 9 09/20/2021 Join in person or via livestream; limited tickets on sale now
	LIFELONG CATHOLIC FAITH FORMATION DEPENDS ON YOU 09/13/2021 Catholic Education Collection is Sept. 18-19
	PRIEST SEES LACK OF HEALTH, WHOLENESS AS CAUSE OF STRIFE IN NATION, CHURCH 09/12/2021 Homeboy Industries founder to speak at Mercyhurst University
	VATICAN RELEASES GUIDANCE FOR DIOCESES TO BEGIN SYNODAL PATH 09/12/2021 Synodal process begins with Mass at St. Peter Cathedral, Erie, Oct. 16
	NEW YORK FIRE CHAPLAIN SAYS THERE ARE DAYS WHEN 9/11 'FEELS LIKE YESTERDAY' 09/07/2021 Priest reflects on impact of devastating attacks
	NOT ME: THE MORAL DILEMMA OF SEEKING VACCINE EXEMPTIONS 09/07/2021 Perspectives on important decision making
	AS AFGHANISTAN CONVULSES, CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS HELP REFUGEES IN U.S. 08/30/2021 People prioritized over politics
	FOOD, PROTECTIVE GEAR, TREATMENT, VACCINES: CHURCH FIGHTS COVID-19 08/30/2021 Church ministers to body and soul in developing countries
	WASHINGTON ARCHDIOCESE OFFERS PRACTICAL STEPS FOR CARING FOR CREATION 08/23/2021 Diocese implements spirit of Laudato Si'
	BIGGEST DISABILITY RIGHTS CAMPAIGN LAUNCHED BEFORE PARALYMPICS 08/23/2021 Paralympic Games are underway
	OPINION 08/23/2021 Your Turn column reprinted with permission from the Erie Times-News
	CATHOLIC SCHOOLS FOCUS ON OPPORTUNITY AS ACADEMIC YEAR BEGINS 08/17/2021 New math standards across the diocese, growth in Shenango Valley, among highlights
	'SOMETHING SPECIAL' IN THE INNER-CITY 08/16/2021 Donors invest in community resources
	WALK IN SYRACUSE, N.Y., HONORS VICTIMS, SURVIVORS OF RESIDENTIAL SCHOOLS 08/16/2021 Decades of pain acknowledged
	FOLLOW ME: NEW MEDIA ENTERTAINMENT SETS THE STAGE FOR NEW EVANGELIZATION 08/16/2021 Popular series is free to stream on app.
	JOHNSONBURG PARISHIONER COMPETES AT OLYMPICS 08/09/2021 A native son of the Diocese of Erie took his dreams all the way to the Olympics this summer in Tokyo.
	MUSICOLOGIST HOPES TO RECONSTRUCT 12-CENTURY ORGAN FROM BETHLEHEM CHURCH 08/09/2021 Organ's condition is beyond expectations
	TEAM CRAFTS ROOF TRUSS THAT COULD HELP GUIDE REBUILDING OF PARIS CATHEDRAL 08/09/2021 New students study old ways
	INITIATIVE LAUNCHED 08/09/2021 Pastoral letter from Bishop Persico added to offerings
	CATHOLICS SEE CHALLENGING BALANCE IN SIMONE BILES' DECISIONS AT OLYMPICS 08/02/2021 Athlete prioritizes her health and her team
	ERIE GIVES GENEROUSLY TO CATHOLIC ORGANIZATIONS 08/02/2021 Erie Gives Day is Tuesday, Aug. 10
	1915 TIME CAPSULE ADDS EXCITEMENT TO SESQUICENTENNIAL CELEBRATION 08/02/2021 Parishioners uncover bits of their history in time capsule; bury new one
	TWO CANADIAN INDIGENOUS LEADERS TO PRIORITIZE RECONCILIATION 08/02/2021 Catholic leaders called to assist with healing
	MARYLAND CATHOLIC SCHOOL HOSTS PEP RALLY TO CHEER ON TEAM USA SWIMMERS 07/26/2021 Olympic competitors share Catholic school experience.
	DESPERATION IN HONDURAS FUELS MIGRATION NORTHWARD, U.S. VISITORS LEARN 07/26/2021 Advocates committed to raise awareness of factors contributing to increasing numbers of migrants
	MYSTERY OF CHRIST'S PRESENCE IN THE EUCHARIST INSPIRES DAILY LIFE FOR MANY 07/19/2021 'Life-sustaining grace' found in mystery
	GERMAN CHURCHES PRAY, PROVIDE AID AS EUROPEAN FLOODING DEATH TOLL CLIMBS 07/19/2021 Disaster strikes multiple countries
	IMMIGRANT ADVOCATES FROM FAITH ORGANIZATIONS HAIL TEMPORARY PROTECTED STATUS (TPS) EXTENSION FOR YEMEN 07/12/2021 Humanitarian crisis prevents safe return to Yemen
	LOOKING FOR SAINTS: THE 'MOST SUCCESSFUL' TYPES OF HUMAN BEINGS 07/12/2021 Prefect describes process of canonization
	TWIN SEMINARIANS FOLLOW ONE AFTER THE OTHER INTO THE PRIESTHOOD 07/12/2021 Seminarians from St. Marys study at St. Mary's
	POPE IN 'GOOD CONDITION' AFTER SURGERY AT ROME'S GEMELLI HOSPITAL 07/06/2021 Pope likely to remain in hospital one week
	BISHOP ENCOURAGES A 'SPIRIT OF UNITY, PEACEFULNESS AND JOY' IN ADVOCATING FOR LIFE 07/05/2021 Compassion is tool for change
	LEBANON MUST NOT BE LEFT PREY TO 'UNSCRUPULOUS INTERESTS,' POPE SAYS 07/05/2021 Pope, Lebanon's Christian leaders meet for day of prayer, reflection
	‘I KNEW I LOVED YOU WHEN...' 07/05/2021 Couples celebrating milestone anniversaries share memories
	FATHER OF AMAZON.COM FOUNDER GIVES GIFT OF $12 MILLION TO CATHOLIC SCHOOL 06/28/2021 Immigrant benefactor honors priest's legacy
	PAIN OF DIVISION MUST PUSH CHRISTIANS TO SEEK UNITY, POPE SAYS 06/28/2021 Pope Francis meets with leaders of Lutheran World Federation
	NEW PARISH IN MEADVILLE GATHERS FOR INAUGURAL MASS 06/28/2021 Catholic Community of Meadville parishes merge
	RE-MEMBERING OUR SUNDAY STORY: A TIME OF WELCOME AND TRANSFORMATION 06/21/2021 Production begins on video testimonials from parishioners across the diocese
	KNIGHTS SEEN AS 'POISED' TO LEAD WAY TO RECOVERY, RENEWAL AS PANDEMIC ENDS 06/21/2021 Leadership changes enhance vision
	PENNSYLVANIA BISHOP AND FORMER JUDICIAL VICAR OF THE DIOCESE OF ERIE RECEIVES VATICAN APPOINTMENT 06/21/2021 Bishop Bartchak to serve on Vatican's highest court
	POPE RENEWS CALL FOR PEACE IN MYANMAR 06/21/2021 Pope draws attention to humanitarian crisis
	MERCY EDUCATION NAMES MERCYHURST PREP PRESIDENT ED CURTIN TO NEW SCHOOL LEADERSHIP ROLE IN FLORIDA 06/21/2021 Curtin served Mercyhurst Prep for 31 years
	PANIGHETTI NAMED CURRICULUM DIRECTOR OF DIOCESAN CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE 06/21/2021 Our Lady of Peace Principal accepts new position
	ERIE SERRA CLUB NAMES 2021 HONOREES 06/14/2021 Priest, sister, deacon and layperson of the year announced at dinner
	THE ROAD TO EMMAUS ─ IN PENNSYLVANIA 06/14/2021 Clergy gather for annual retreat
	'COMMUNICATE HOPE IN THE FACE OF TRYING TIMES,' DECLARES CARDINAL AT CMC 06/14/2021 Vatican prefect offers message of encouragement
	EUCHARIST IS BREAD OF SINNERS, NOT REWARD OF SAINTS, POPE SAYS 06/14/2021 Pope Francis' message for Corpus Christi Sunday
	WITH CHILDREN'S PRAYERS NEARBY, BISHOPS TRY TO TACKLE IMMIGRATION 06/08/2021 Bishop Mark Seitz of El Paso, Texas, encourages 'bold response'
	AT IMMIGRATION SUMMIT, BISHOPS COMMIT TO WORK TOWARD CHURCH WITHOUT BORDERS 06/08/2021 Evangelization without politics encouraged
	WHAT THE NEW REVISION TO THE CODE OF CANON LAW MEAN FOR SAFE ENVIRONMENTAL/CHILD PROTECTION 06/08/2021 Changes designed to avoid past errors
	SEVEN ORDAINED TO THE PERMANENT DIACONATE FOR THE DIOCESE OF ERIE 06/08/2021 May 28 ordination held at Our Lady of Peace Parish
	COMMUNICATIONS AS A CALL TO ENCOUNTER 05/25/2021 Diocsan staff members particpate in worldwide celebration of council document
	MAKING SENSE OF THE COMMUNION DEBATE 05/24/2021 Debate highlights conflicting beliefs
	FROM BABEL TO PENTECOST: DIALOGUE AND PROCLAMATION THRIVE ON WITNESS 05/24/2021 Interreligious dialogue dependent upon getting to know each other
	WORLD LEADERS WELCOME ISRAEL-HAMAS CEASEFIRE 05/24/2021 Pope asks for prayers
	BISHOP PERSICO PENS LETTER TO THE FAITHFUL REGARDING COMPENSATION FUND 05/18/2021 Provides details and perspective as a pastor
$Math.JPG$	CATHOLIC SCHOOLS OFFICE PROVIDES OPPORTUNITY FOR EXCELLENCE 05/17/2021 New learning standards adopted
	BEING A CATECHIST IS A VOCATION, POPE SAYS IN ESTABLISHING FORMAL MINISTRY 05/17/2021 Pope Francis released new statement May 11
	DIOCESE REVISES PROTOCOLS FOR THE CELEBRATION OF PUBLIC MASSES 05/17/2021 Masks and social distancing no longer required
	HIGH COURT TO HEAR MAJOR ABORTION CASE FROM MISSISSIPPI IN ITS NEXT TERM 05/17/2021 Supreme court will hear arguments on constitutionality of state ruling
	AFTER SON'S DEATH, MINNESOTA COUPLE TACKLES STIGMA SURROUNDING SUICIDE 05/10/2021 Parents provide support in time of grief
	POPE'S DESIRE FOR SYNODALITY WILL RESHAPE THE CHURCH, CARDINAL TOBIN SAYS 05/10/2021 Openness at heart of synodality
	QUINTUPLETS' PARENTS RELY ON CATHOLIC FAITH IN DAILY CHALLENGES 05/10/2021 Maryland family values church community
	MISSION OF FRIENDSHIP PREPARES TO CELEBRATE 50 YEARS 05/08/2021 Online auction to fund upcoming events is set for May 17-22
	PCC CALLS FOR END TO EXPERIMENTS WITH ABORTED BABIES 05/07/2021 University of Pittsburgh research practices questioned
	VIRGINIA PARISH KEEPS PERPETUAL EUCHARISTIC ADORATION GOING IN PANDEMIC 05/03/2021 Commitment and creativity help maintain tradition
	'PATIENTS ARE... DYING IN FRONT OF MY EYES,' SAYS INDIA HOSPITAL DIRECTOR 05/03/2021 COVID-19 escalation crisis in India
	THREE MEN ORDAINED TO THE DIACONATE FOR THE DIOCESE OF ERIE 05/03/2021 '...with great joy, Ben, Nick and Christopher, the Diocese of Erie calls you forth for the sacrament of holy orders.'
	POPE CALLS FOR MONTHLONG GLOBAL PRAYER MARATHON FOR END TO PANDEMIC 04/29/2021 Daily livestream from Marian Shrines
	DEDICATION FOR SACRED PURPOSE 04/26/2021 Churches, chapels and altars dedicated in solemn rite
	'THE WAY BACK,' 'PRAY,' DOLLY PARTON SPECIAL WIN CHRISTOPHER AWARDS 04/26/2021 Stories of hope, courage, determination and faith win acclaim
	PEOPLE MUST CARE FOR CREATION OR FACE SELF-DESTRUCTION, POPE SAYS 04/26/2021 Pope raises challenge to the faithful
	CAMP NOTRE DAME TO OPEN FOR DAY, OVERNIGHT CAMPING 04/19/2021 Summer fun resumes
	CATHOLIC COALITION STRESSES IMPORTANCE OF COVID-19 VACCINE FOR ALL 04/19/2021 Concern raised about vaccine resistance
	GRASS ROOTS EFFORTS MAKE A DIFFERENCE IN AFRICA 04/19/2021 Catholic News Service features stories of hope Maryknoll Lay Missioners' Voices of Compassion magazine
	STATEMENT FROM BISHOP LAWRENCE PERSICO REGARDING THE ARRIVAL OF UNACCOMPANIED MINORS IN THE ERIE AREA 04/15/2021 '...our response as Catholics is very simple.'
	ONCE AGAIN, CATHOLIC AGENCIES STEP IN TO HELP MINORS AT THE BORDER 04/12/2021 Child need is humanitarian issue, beyond politics
	SAINTS ACCOMPANY, INTERCEDE FOR CHRISTIANS IN PRAYER, POPE SAYS 04/12/2021 Real people, real lives, offer connection and example
	‘… THE SUBJECT (OF RACISM) IS INEXHAUSTIBLE. BUT WE TOOK SOME FIRST STEPS.' 04/12/2021 Cabinet members participate in sessions on racism
	ORLANDO MAGIC RECOGNIZE RELIGIOUS FOR HER ADVOCACY FOR FARMWORKERS 04/06/2021 High school trip expands awareness of the poor
	BISHOP PERSICO ESTABLISHES COMMITTEE TO EXPLORE THE FULL RETURN TO PUBLIC WORSHIP 04/05/2021 Deacon Steve Washek oversees effort to create welcoming, pastoral return
	OUR LONG LENT IS FAR FROM OVER — BUT SIGNS OF EASTER ARE EVERYWHERE 03/29/2021 Op-Ed looks from Easter to Easter
	ISRAELI CATHOLIC DENTIST OFFERS FREE CARE TO HOLOCAUST SURVIVORS 03/29/2021 Generosity comes in many versions
	BISHOP, SUPERINTENDENT, RECOGNIZE EFFORTS AT CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 03/25/2021 'We are immensely proud of them...'
	BALTIMORE SEMINARY CHAPEL SHOWCASED BY SEMINARIANS 03/22/2021 Life of Jesus reflected in seminary windows
	LIVESTREAMING OFFERS OPPORTUNITY FOR ALL TO PARTICIPATE IN CHRISM MASS 03/22/2021 Priests gather to renew promises; oils are blessed
	JESUITS PLEDGE $100 MILLION TO BENEFIT DESCENDANTS OF ENSLAVED PEOPLE 03/22/2021 Fund is acknowledgement of impact of 'bitter legacy' of slavery.
	ONE FAITH, TWO CALENDARS: DATE OF EASTER STILL ON ECUMENICAL AGENDA 03/22/2021 Consistent date for Easter is possibility
	VATICAN OFFICIAL CONCERNED BY POPULIST LEADERS 'HIJACKING' RELIGION 03/15/2021 Cardinal cautions against religion promoting divisiveness
	ST. JOSEPH'S DAY CAN HAVE ITS CAKE — AND MEAT WITH IT, TOO 03/15/2021 Two popular saints celebrated this week
	THREE BISHOPS, BLACK AND WHITE, CONTINUE TO ADVANCE ERIE'S RACIAL RECKONING 03/08/2021 Op-Ed published in Erie Times News
	CARDINAL TOBIN INVITES FAITHFUL TO 'RETURN TO GRACE' THROUGH THE EUCHARIST 03/08/2021 Cardinal wonders if 'absence makes the heart grow fonder'
	HOSTILITY, VIOLENCE ARE 'BETRAYAL' OF RELIGION, POPE SAYS IN IRAQ 03/08/2021 Pope meets with religious leaders in Iraq
	POPE, IRAQI SHIITE LEADER AFFIRM IMPORTANCE OF DIALOGUE, RESPECT 03/08/2021 Meeting focused on good of all humanity
	1:38 WOMEN'S CONFERENCE OFFERS MULTIPLE WAYS TO PARTICIPATE; REGISTRATION STILL OPEN 03/02/2021 Program includes Mass, confession and nationally known speakers
	'WE ARE HERE' — HEALTH CARE CHAPLAINS REFLECT ON COVID-19 MINISTRY 03/02/2021 Chaplains keep ministry a priority
	AT LEAST 18 DIE IN MYANMAR COUP PROTESTS; NUN PROTECTS DEMONSTRATORS 03/02/2021 Military coup in response to election conflict results in injuries and fatalities
	BETWEEN RECEIVING ASHES AND BECOMING THEM 02/22/2021 Reflection on themes of death and life during Lent
	SERRA CLUB MEMBERSHIP DRIVE CELEBRATES 60 YEARS OF SERVICE 02/22/2021 Local group welcomes new members
	TEXAS CATHOLICS STRUGGLE WITH HISTORIC STORM, POWER OUTAGES 02/22/2021 Widespread devastation results from winter storm
	TWENTY YEARS AGO: JORGE MARIO BERGOGLIO IS CREATED CARDINAL 02/22/2021 Pope's priorities remain consistent since days as archbishop
	MARS MISSION CAN INSPIRE NEXT GENERATION SCIENTISTS, PAPAL ASTRONOMER SAYS 02/22/2021 International cooperation yields 'out of this world' discoveries
	MERCYHURST UNIVERSITY JOINS NATIONAL QUEST TO SWIPE OUT HUNGER 02/16/2021 Recognizing an often invisible foe
	AFTER 11 MONTHS OF 'GIVING UP,' WHAT IS THERE LEFT TO GIVE UP THIS LENT? 02/16/2021 Catholics encouraged to look to deeper meaning of the season
	'A DAY THAT BEGINS WITH PRAYER IS A GOOD DAY,' POPE SAYS 02/16/2021 Pope Francis highlights the transformative nature of prayer
	ASH WEDNESDAY: DIFFERENT LOOK SAME MESSAGE 02/08/2021 Pandemic heightens awareness of season of grace
	GRACE AND MERCY: DIOCESE UNVEILS LENTEN WEBSITE 02/08/2021 Ash Wednesday protocols and Lenten guidelines also listed
	POPE ADDS CHURCH DOCTORS, MARTHA, MARY AND LAZARUS TO UNIVERSAL CALENDAR 02/08/2021 Witness to gift of hospitality valued in pope's decision
	YOUNG PEOPLE URGED TO BE 'PERSISTENT IN HIGHLIGHTING' THE SACREDNESS OF LIFE 02/01/2021 Pandemic limits crowds, not enthusiasm
	POPE ESTABLISHES WORLD DAY FOR GRANDPARENTS AND THE ELDERLY 02/01/2021 Day to honor grandparents is fruit of the Amoris Laetitia Family Year
	SPEAKERS CONFIRMED FOR THE EIGHTH ANNUAL 22:32 MEN'S CONFERENCE 02/01/2021 Annual conference is Feb. 27
	CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL 2021: WHY GIVE? 02/01/2021 Pandemic demonstrates the need
	POPE: FAILURE TO REMEMBER HOLOCAUST WILL LEAD WORLD DOWN SAME PATH 01/28/2021 January 27 marked anniversary of 1945 liberation
	POET AMANDA GORMAN IS A LIGHT TO US ALL, PARISHIONER SAYS 01/26/2021 Gorman's parish community celebrates one of its own
	A GIFT OF SOLIDARITY FROM THE U.S. HELPS FORMATION IN FARAWAY RURAL DIOCESE 01/25/2021 New technology facilitates catechesis
	CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK KICKS OFF WITH GREAT MASS 01/25/2021 A week of celebration of Catholic education
	PROMOTING LIFE IN EXISTENCE AND IN ABUNDANCE 01/15/2021 Passionate advocacy for life is faithfulness to God
	DAILY PODCAST THAT LEADS LISTENERS THROUGH BIBLE'S NARRATIVE IS NO. 1 IN U.S. 01/15/2021 Father Mike Schmitz hosts popular podcast
	BEDSIDE CARE: ROME PRIEST CHRONICLES MINISTERING WHILE SICK WITH COVID-19 01/15/2021 Priest comforts fellow patients
	BISHOP LAWRENCE PERSICO COMMENTS ON RIOTING AT THE CAPITOL 01/12/2021 'We can and must do better.'
	EIGHTH ANNUAL 22:32 MEN'S CONFERENCE REVAMPED 01/11/2021 Conference will use a hybrid format
	IN WAKE OF CAPITOL HILL ATTACK, LEADERS URGE REJECTION OF DIVISIONS THAT LEAD TO VIOLENCE 01/11/2021 Dialogue and common ground valued
	LIKE THE MAGI, LOOK TO THE HEAVENS FOR HOPE, POPE SAYS ON EPIPHANY 01/11/2021 Epiphany message relevant to conflicted U.S.
	21-YEAR-OLD ITALIAN AMERICAN WRITES SCRIPTS, MUSIC FOR CATECHETICAL CARTOONS 01/04/2021 Cartoons provide format for engaging children in Scripture
	COME TO THE WATER: MOSAICISTS BRING RENEWAL TO ROME'S FIRST BAPTISTRY 01/04/2021 Mosaics in baptistry among oldest known to Christianity
	WCC: 'FIND HOPE IN THE BIRTH OF JESUS AMID THE COVID-19 CRISIS' 12/21/2020 Christmas brings good news
	DIOCESE GETS A+ IN FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY FOR 2020 12/15/2020 Highest rating possible achieved two years in a row
	JUPITER, SATURN TO PUT ON 'CHRISTMAS STAR' SHOW AT WINTER SOLSTICE 12/14/2020 Planetary conjunction will look like one bright star
	THIS YEAR'S VATICAN CHRISTMAS TREE HAS ORNAMENTS HANDMADE BY THE HOMELESS 12/14/2020 Tree is 'sign of hope' Pope Francis says.
	DETROIT 'FAMILIES' OF PARISHES' PLAN MOVES AHEAD; PITTSBURGH ANNOUNCES MERGERS 12/03/2020 Dioceses make adjustments to parish configurations
	ZAIREAN RITE OFFERS EXAMPLE FOR DEVELOPING AN AMAZONIAN RITE, POPE SAYS 12/03/2020 Missal considers cultural differences
	MERCY CENTER FOR WOMEN, ERIE, EXPANDS SERVICES WITH PURCHASE OF SCHOOL 12/03/2020 Expansion doubles housing accommodations for women and their children
	DIOCESE ANNOUNCES CARMELITE ORDER HAS CLOSED THE HOLY FAMILY MONASTERY IN ERIE 12/01/2020 'Truly a great loss,' says Bishop Persico
	AUSTRIAN PEACE LIGHT TRADITION CONTINUES, DESPITE PANDEMIC 11/30/2020 Light of hope and help spreads
	IN WASHINGTON, WITH NEW PRESIDENT, CARDINAL HOPES FOR DIALOGUE 11/30/2020 Dialogue and common ground valued
	REFLECTION ON MARY, IMMACULATE MOTHER 11/30/2020 Marian feast celebrated December 8
	SIMPLY CELEBRATING: DIOCESE OF ERIE LAUNCHES WEBSITE WITH CREATIVE WAYS TO CELEBRATE ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS AT HOME 11/24/2020 From sing a-longs to blessings, a little something for everyone.
	THANKSGIVING DURING THE PANDEMIC: 'WHAT WILL WE LEARN?' 11/23/2020 Bishop Lawrence Persico' Thanksgiving letter
	EU CATHOLIC LEADERS URGE TOUGHER POLICIES TO PROTECT ARTIC 11/23/2020 Concern raised about human rights violations and environmental damage
	REASONS TO BE GRATEFUL DURING A TIME OF PANDEMIC 11/19/2020 Taking stock of what is of value
	DOUBLE EAGLE 11/17/2020 The Diocese of Erie has two new Eagle Scouts
	PREP-VILLA ANNOUNCES SEISMIC CHANGE 11/17/2020 Transition to co-ed institution slated for September 2022 with $14.3 million investment
	PRIESTS OFFER VETERANS' DAY REFLECTION ON PATRIOTISM 11/09/2020 Service to God and country
	ARCHBISHOP JOSÉ GOMEZ: NATION'S LEADERS MUST NOW 'COME TOGETHER' WITH ELECTION OF NEW PRESIDENT 11/09/2020 A time for unity
	UNITED STATES: CHALLENGE OF UNITY AFTER THE VOTE 11/09/2020 A test for Americans
	CATHOLICS ACKNOWLEDGE POSTELECTION DIVISIONS, WORK AHEAD 11/09/2020 Many pray for healing
	THE GIFTS OF A DIFFICULT SEASON 11/02/2020 Catholics stay connected through spiritual Communion and livestreaming
	PANEL: AMID ELECTION ANGST, CHRISTIANS CAN VOTE, LOG OFF AND BE QUIET 11/02/2020 Journalists share thoughts on adapting to election aftermath
	CATHOLIC, JEWISH LEADERS MARK 55TH ANNIVERSARY OF 'NOSTRA AETATE' 11/02/2020 Dialogue continues in spirit of Vatican II
	MASS FOR DECEASED WOMEN RELIGIOUS, OTHERS, TO BE LIVESTREAMED NOV. 2 10/27/2020 Bishop Lawrence Persico will celebrate
	BEATIFICATION OF FATHER MICHAEL McGIVNEY TO TAKE PLACE OCT. 31 IN HARTFORD, CONN. 10/26/2020 Soon-to-be-beatified priest was founder of Knights of Columbus
	CARDINAL-DESIGNATE GREGORY THANKS POPE 'WITH GRATEFUL, HUMBLE HEART' 10/26/2020 Archbishop Gregory to be first African-American cardinal
	QUESTIONS CONTINUE AROUND FILM'S USE OF POPE'S QUOTE ON CIVIL UNIONS 10/26/2020 Comments in documentary prompt debate about pope's perspective
	ARMENIAN ORTHODOX LEADER WARNS OF POSSIBLE GENOCIDE IN DISPUTED TERRITORY 10/26/2020 Violence escalting in Caucasus region
	THE NEED IS CRITICAL: CATHOLIC CHARITIES LAUNCHES APPEAL TO BOLSTER ITS EFFORTS 10/26/2020 Demand for services increase as pandemic continues
	HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS OFFERED SERVICE - LEARNING OPPORTUNITY 10/19/2020 Online program begins Nov. 15
	FEAR OF DEATH REPLACED WITH JOY OF ACCOMPANYING SOULS TO ETERNAL LIFE 10/19/2020 Teen answers Christian call to accompany the dying
	'IT'S THE RIGHT ACTION,' SAY WOMEN RELIGIOUS ABOUT HELPING REGISTER VOTERS 10/19/2020 Religious sisters expand ministry in election year
	NEW STATUE HONORS MOTHER CABRINI FOR DEVOTION TO IMMIGRANTS, CHILDREN, THE POOR 10/19/2020 History seen as inspiring the present
	PANDEMIC INCREASES RISKS OF HUMAN TRAFFICKING, EXPLOITATION, SPEAKERS SAY 10/19/2020 Vulnerable become more vulerable during time of crisis
	SISTER NORMA PIMENTEL, MCJ, FEATURED IN DIOCESAN VIRTUAL RESPECT LIFE CONFERENCE OCT. 24 10/13/2020 Consistent ethic of life, advocacy to be addressed
	BEATIFIED TEEN SHOWED THAT HEAVEN IS 'ATTAINABLE GOAL,' CARDINAL SAYS 10/12/2020 Carlo Acutis beatified in Assisi
	FACE MASKS DEEMED EXPRESSION OF FAITH 10/12/2020 Care for others demonstrated by protective face coverings
	PREPARATIONS UNDERWAY FOR WORLD MISSION DAY 10/12/2020 Mission needs continue in pandemic
	BELIEF IN GOD AS CREATOR OF ALL HAS PRACTICAL CONSEQUENCES, POPE SAYS 10/05/2020 Pope Francis signs encyclical in Assisi
	NEW CASTING OF CATHOLIC SCULPTOR'S IMMIGRATION ARTWORK UNVEILED 10/05/2020 Tour of immigration sculpture begins in U.S.
	PEOPLE HAVE RIGHT TO KNOW HOW VATICAN USES RESOURCES, OFFICIAL SAYS 10/05/2020 Vatican promotes financial transparency
	GOMEZ: THROUGHOUT CHURCH'S HISTORY, MARY HAS BROUGHT 'A MESSAGE OF HOPE' 10/02/2020 USCCB President Archbishop José H. Gomez to lead Rosary for America
	GANNON ALUMNUS DONATION ESTABLISHES THE ORLANDO BIOMEDICAL ETHICS AND CATHOLIC SOCIAL TEACHING ENDOWMENT 09/28/2020 Endowment to foster ethical leadership
	SISTER NORMA PIMENTEL IS ONE OF TIME MAGAZINE'S 100 MOST INFLUENTIAL PEOPLE OF 2020 09/28/2020 Work with refugees along the Texas border recognized
	COVID-19 ROBBED REFUGEES 'OF THE LITTLE THAT THEY HAD,' SAYS SALESIAN 09/28/2020 Plight of displaced worsed in pandemic
	CARDINAL CZERNY: DISPLACED PERSONS CAN BE A POSITIVE FORCE OF CHANGE 09/27/2020 World Day of Migrants and Refugees is Sunday, Sept. 27
	IN 'GOD'S COUNTRY,' TWO MILES FROM POTATO CREEK 09/21/2020 Sisters Phyllis Schleicher, OSB, and Mary William Hoffman, OSB, retire from Catholic Rural Ministry
	EUROPE RACING TO LIMIT SECOND WAVE OF CORONAVIRUS INFECTIONS 09/21/2020 Virus numbers are rising in multiple countries in Europe
	ERIE'S CATHOLIC SISTERS EXPRESS SUPPORT FOR RESOLUTION ON RACISM 09/21/2020 Erie County resolution endorsed
	RUTH BADER GINSBERG IS REMEMBERED AS 'JURIST OF HISTORIC STATUE' 09/21/2020 Supreme Court justice's life and death have great impact
	CATHOLIC EDUCATION COLLECTION TO BE HELD THIS WEEKEND 09/14/2020 Collection benefits lifelong faith formation
	MANAGING EMOTIONAL AND MENTAL WELLBEING AS THE SCHOOL YEAR BEGINS 09/14/2020 Help for families of school students offered through webinar scheduled for Spet. 21
	CATHOLIC CHARITIES IN THE U.S. RESPONDS TO EVOLVING NEEDS 09/14/2020 Diocese of Nashville, Tennessee goes beyond welcoming
	NEW U.K. SURVEY: 96 PERCENT OF CATHOLICS WILL RETURN TO CHURCH AFTER PANDEMIC 09/14/2020 Survey response prompts optimism
	PARISHIONERS IN THE DIOCESE ENCOURAGED TO SUPPORT THE MISSIONARY COOPERATIVE PLAN 09/04/2020 Mission needs continue in pandemic
	DEALING WITH GRIEF IN A TIME OF CORONAVIRUS 09/04/2020 Grief in isolation adds to pain
	'TRAUMATIC WAY TO SAY GOODBYE:' ROADSIDE FUNERAL IN COLOMBIA 09/04/2020 Deacon offers consolation to mourners
	PANDEMIC HOBBY: WASHINGTON MAN DESIGNS LEGO BASILICA REPLICA 09/04/2020 Lego-mania with a devotional twist
	BIG G, LITTLE o, IT'S TIME FOR SPORTS TO GO, GO, GO! 09/03/2020 Safety a top priority as Catholic school students take to the field
	MILESTONE ANNIVERSARIES CELEBRATED 09/01/2020 Pandemic restrictions alter annual celebration
	CARE OF THE EARTH, CONCERN FOR MIGRANTS ARE CONNECTED, CARDINAL SAYS 09/01/2020 Season of Creation celebrated through September
	HURRICANE DESTROYS LOUISIANA CHURCHES, CLOSES SCHOOLS, DISPLACES PRIESTS 09/01/2020 Restoration begins after devasting storm
	'JUST MERCY,' BEAUTIFUL DAY IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD' AMONG CHRISTOPHER WINNERS 09/01/2020 Award winners' messages lauded
	LOVE MY NEIGHBOR: CIVILITY IN DIALOGUE 08/25/2020 Diocese of Erie offers online discussion Sept. 3
	MULTIPLE COUNTIES IN DUBUQUE ARCHDIOCESE AFFECTED BY POWERFUL DERECHO 08/25/2020 Residents frustrated by lack of national response
	POPE AT AUDIENCE: HEALING THE WORLD IS AN OPPORTUNITY TO BUILD SOMETHING BETTER 08/25/2020 Pope calls attention to the plight of the poor
	INSPIRED BY THE HOLY SPIRIT 08/17/2020 Prayer and service vital to re-opening at Catholic universities
	SERVICE WITHOUT BORDERS 08/17/2020 International students perform service in their home country
	KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS FAMILY OF THE YEAR 08/17/2020 Family is honored for servce
	MAURITIUS OIL SPILL: CATHOLIC CARDINAL SAYS LOCAL VILLAGES ARE SUFFERING 08/17/2020 Residents assist in cleanup
	LISTENING AND RESPONDING: FAITH FORMATION IN TIME OF PANDEMIC 08/11/2020 Diocesan office announces new initiatives
	THREE EVENTS, ONE HEART: UNITED CLERGY OF ERIE MEMBERS ADDRESS RACISM 08/11/2020 Prayer event, service project announced at mayor's news conference
	PROCESSION ON BAYOU TECHE TO CELEBRATE ASSUMPTION, PRAY FOR END TO PANDEMIC 08/10/2020 Procession marks the 255th anniversary of the arrival of French-Canadian immigrants to Diocese of Lafayette, Louisianna
	POPE NAMES SIX WOMEN TO PREVIOUSLY ALL-MALE COUNCIL FOR ECONOMY 08/10/2020 Pope makes unprecendented appointments
	BISHOP PERSICO INVITES CATHOLICS TO PRAYER AND TO SERVICE 08/05/2020 Joins United Clergy of Erie efforts to address racism
	SUPERINTENDENT OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS REFLECTS ON SCHOOL RE-OPENING 08/04/2020 Education during pandemic presents unique challenges
	RELIGIOUS BROTHER USES GIFTS AS LITURGICAL ARTIST TO HEAL WOUNDS OF RACISM 08/04/2020 Art as a vehicle for healing
	CATHOLIC FOUNDATION AWARDS $61,650 IN SPRING 2020 GRANT CYCLE 08/04/2020 Parishes and schools benefit from grants
	SNOWFALL IN AUGUST IN ROME 08/04/2020 Dedication of St. Mary Major annual celebration
	BISHOPS FROM JAPAN, U.S. CALL CATHOLICS TO WORK FOR NUCLEAR DISARMAMENT 08/04/2020 This week marks 75th aniversary of bombing of Japan
	CREATIVITY IN FLEXIBILITY 07/28/2020 Three parish communities find new ways to carry on traditions
	SHOES 'DO THE TALKING' ON 10TH STREET 07/28/2020 Students stage 'shoe strike' for climate awareness
	PORTLAND ARCHBISHOP URGES END TO VIOLENCE, RETURN TO CAMPAIGN FOR JUSTICE 07/28/2020 Archbishop addresses protest concerns in his
	NOT ALL IN THE SAME BOAT: SOME COMMUNTIES 'SINK MORE EASILY,' ARCHBISHOP SAYS 07/28/2020 Document addresses global inequalities
	DISCERNMENT OPPORTUNITY FOR YOUNG ADULTS 07/20/2020 Samuel Group begins September 20
	URBAN FARMING IMPACTS COMMUNITY 07/20/2020 Farmers market in "Historic Little Italy" provides fresh produce
	A YOUNG CATHOLIC DAD FINDS HOPE AMID DESPAIR, DESTRUCTION LEFT BY RIOTS 07/20/2020 Desire to serve leads to food program
	VATICAN OFFICIAL CALLS FOR ACTION AFTER U.N. REPORTS RISING HUNGER RATE 07/20/2020 Vatican responds to widespread food insecurity
	CLERGY FROM SEVERAL DENOMINATIONS CONSIDER HOW TO ADDRESS RACISM TOGETHER 07/20/2020 Bishop Dwane Brock and Bishop Lawrence Persico host meeting at St. Mark Center
	NOTRE DAME CATHEDRAL SPIRE TO BE BUILT AS REPLICA OF PRE-FIRE DESIGN 07/14/2020 Reconstruction hoped to be complete by 2024
	ARCHBISHOP COAKLEY: LOANS KEEP 'ESSENTIAL MINISTRIES' GOING DURING NATIONAL EMERGENCY 07/14/2020 Loans keep employees on payroll in Catholic ministries
	NATURAL FAMILY PLANNING AWARENESS WEEK BEGINS SUNDAY, JULY 19 07/14/2020 Annual observance coincides with anniversary of
	DESPITE PANDEMIC, SEEK NEW OPPORTUNITIES FOR SPIRITUAL GROWTH 07/14/2020 Diocesan director of women religious shares insights.
	BENEDICTINE SISTERS OF ERIE ELECT SISTER STEPHANIE SCHMIDT AS PRIORESS 07/14/2020 New prioress succeeds Sister Anne Wambach, OSB
	DIOCESAN STAFFERS COLLECT A DOZEN 2020 CATHOLIC PRESS ASSOCIATION AWARDS 07/07/2020 Father Scott Detish takes first place in book category
	FATHER'S DAY: WHEN A DAD BECOMES A PRIEST LIKE HIS SON 07/06/2020 Newly ordained priest reflects on his vocation
	MSGR. GEORG RATZINGER, RETIRED POPE'S BROTHER, DIES at 96 07/06/2020 Pope emeritus' brother was noted musician
	DIOCESE, BISHOP TO BE FEATURED IN NATIONAL SERIES 07/05/2020 DeSales Media travels to Erie
	MSGR. SALVATORE MITCHELL LEAVES $1.27 MILLION BEQUEST FOR SCHOLARSHIPS TO KENNEDY CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL 06/30/2020 The Catholic Foundation accepts historical gift.
	NEW MARIAN SHRINE SET TO WELCOME ROCKY MOUNTAIN VISITORS 06/30/2020 Magnificent setting inspires worshippers
	FINDING GOD IN SHANGHAI: A CHINESE CONVERT'S PATH TO FAITH 06/30/2020 Inspiration from priest and scripture leads to faith despite restrictions on worship in China
	ARMED WITH PRAYER AND SIGNS, YOUNG IMMIGRANTS HAIL HIGH COURT'S DECISION 06/23/2020 Deferred Action for Childhood Arrivals (DACA) protections remain in place.
	PANDEMIC HIGHLIGHTS NEED TO PROTECT REFUGEES, CREATION, POPE SAYS 06/23/2020 Pope Francis leads Angelus on World Refugee Day
	PASTORS BEGIN OFFERING CONFIRMATION AS PUBLIC WORSHIP RETURNS 06/23/2020 St. Anthony of Padua, Cambridge Springs, celebrates confirmation
	SWISS GUARDS RECEIVE FORMATION IN SECURITY, FAITH, CHAPLAIN SAYS 06/16/2020 Colorful costumes not the only tradition for these guards
	CATHOLICS URGED TO REMEMBER PRIESTS AS 'SPIRITUAL FATHERS' ON FATHER'S DAY 06/16/2020 Priests on front line during pandemic
	LOCAL UNIVERSITIES ANNOUNCE PLANS FOR FALL 06/16/2020 Multiple adjustments made to promote safety
	ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA STILL INSPIRATIONAL MODEL FOR TODAY, POPE SAYS 06/12/2020 Saint's feast day is celebrated June 13.
	2020 GRADUATES HONORED IN NOVEL WAYS 06/09/2020 Creativity and enthusiasm facilitate memorable graduation events.
	STATEMENT FROM EL PASO BISHOP MARK J. SEITZ ON FLOYD KILLING 06/09/2020 Texas bishop provides Christian perspective on response to tragedy
	BISHOP PERSICO, COLLEAGUES, PARTICIPATE IN SILENT MARCH 06/09/2020 Downtown Erie event calls for change
	AN ORDINATION NOT SOON FORGOTTEN 06/02/2020 Father Kevin Holland and Joseph Petrone ordained to priesthood
	U. S. BISHOP CHAIRMEN ISSUE STATEMENT IN WAKE OF DEATH OF GEORGE FLOYD AND NATIONAL PROTESTS 06/02/2020 Bishops issue challenge for unity in addressing racism
	CATHOLIC NEWS SERVICE GUEST COMMENTARY: IT'S TIME FOR THE CHURCH TO LEAD BY EXAMPLE 06/02/2020 Catholic Christians are encouraged to move forward with love in challenging time
	FAITH, SUPERSTITION AND MAGICAL THINKING 06/02/2020 Meadville pastor adds perspective to response to coronavirus
	MSGR. CHARLES KAZA REINSTATED TO ACTIVE MINISTRY AT ST. TOBIAS PARISH, BROCKWAY 06/01/2020 Effective May 28, 2020
	BISHOP LAWRENCE PERSICO PENTECOST STATEMENT ON RACISM 05/31/2020 'We have much work to do...'
	ST. JOHN PAUL II REVISITED: CENTENARY SPURS REVIVAL OF POPE'S TEACHINGS 05/26/2020 Pope remembered for actively and concretely living the Gospel
	REFLECTIONS ON THE SPIRIT OF PENTECOST 05/26/2020 Pandemic prompts broadened perspective on Pentecost
	BISHOP PERSICO ANNOUNCES RETURN TO THE PUBLIC CELEBRATION OF MASS 05/25/2020 Dispensation from obligation to attend Mass remains in effect
	MERCYHURST OPENS RESIDENCE HALLS TO WASH NEARLY 5,000 FACE MASKS 05/19/2020 University responds to health department need
	APART BUT TOGETHER: CHURCH SHOWS CREATIVITY MINISTERING DURING PANDEMIC 05/19/2020 Church continues to rely on faith and science in time of pandemic
	VATICAN ANNOUNCES LAUDATO SI' ANNIVERSARY YEAR 05/19/2020 Yearlong series of events planned in response to encyclical
	BISHOP PERSICO TO HOST VIRTUAL TOWN HALL 05/18/2020 Questions may be submitted in advance of the May 21 event
	CATHOLIC FOUNDATION MAKES IT EASY TO SUPPORT YOUR PARISH ONLINE 05/12/2020 Tools activated while under stay-at-home restrictions
	DAY OF PRAYER FOR HUMANITY MAY 14 05/12/2020 Pontificate for Interreligious Dialogue calls for ecumenical day of prayer
	UTAH PARISH MAKES 500 MASKS FOR NAVAJO NATION TO HELP COMBAT CORONAVIRUS 05/12/2020 Catholic faithful respond to need on Navajo reservation
	DIOCESE OF ERIE ANNOUNCES PLAN FOR GRADUAL RETURN TO WORSHIP 05/11/2020 Adoration and confession permitted; additional options being explored
	BISHOPS AROUND THE COUNTRY CONSECRATE U.S. TO MARY AMID COVID-19 PANDEMIC 05/05/2020 Local and national services renew entrustment to Mary, Mother of the Church
	VOCATIONS SUNDAY: THE COURAGE TO SAY YES TO GOD'S CALL 05/05/2020 World Day of Prayer for Vocations encourages “yes” to God’s call.
	MOTHERS' DAY REFLECTION 05/05/2020 May 10 is day to honor earthly and heavenly mothers
	FAITH AT 20: THE COMPANY THAT LAUNCHED TWO MILLION MAGAZINES 05/05/2020 Diocese of Erie enjoys fruitful 16-year partnership
	NATION AND DIOCESE TO RENEW CONSECRATION TO MARY MAY 1 04/28/2020 Bishop Persico to livestream renewal of consecration of the diocese as well
	'WE ARE IN THIS WITH YOU.' 04/28/2020 Bishop offers video messages to those who have had to adjust or postpone the reception of sacraments
	RELIGIOUS EDUCATION CONTINUES IN DIFFERENT FORMAT DURING PANDEMIC 04/28/2020 Without in-person programming, religious education leaders address student and family needs
	JESUS GIVES STRENGTH TO FACE THE UNEXPECTED, POPE SAYS 04/28/2020 In livestreamed Masses, Pope Francis speaks of hope and trust
	FAITH FORMATION TEAM CREATES VIRTUAL FAITH-SHARING SPACE 04/28/2020 Partners with Office of Social Justice and Life for new initiative
	EVEN CHURCH MICE HOPING DAY COMES SOON FOR FAITHFUL TO RETURN TO MASS 04/20/2020 A light hearted perspective on a serious subject
	POPE'S 'VIRTUAL' CONGREGATIONS SHOW TRUE UNITY IN PRAYER, JESUIT SAYS 04/20/2020 Pope Francis strives to maintain connections with the faithful
	PERSPECTIVES ON LIVESTREAMING THE MASS 04/20/2020 Priests, parish communities remain close through technology
	POPE PENS EDITORIAL JOY IN THE TIME OF CORONAVIRUS 04/17/2020 Pope calls on Christians to be joyful witnesses to the resurrection
	POPE CALLS FOR A 'CONTAGION' OF EASTER HOPE, PEACE, CARE FOR POOR 04/14/2020 Pope prays that Christ will dipel the darkness of the suffering of the world
	JESUS RISES 'TO TELL US HIS LOVE IS STRONGER THAN DEATH.' SAYS ARCHBISHOP 04/14/2020 Archbishop delivers Easter message of hope
	BISHOP CALLS FOR BELLS TO RING; RELEASES PRAYER IN TIME OF PANDEMIC 04/07/2020 New initiative asks all Catholics to offer new prayer daily at noon
	ARCHBISHOP JOSE GOMEZ TO LEAD LITANY OF SACRED HEART ON GOOD FRIDAY 04/06/2020 USCCB will share Litany on Facebook
	POPE ON PALM SUNDAY: LIFE, MEASURED BY LOVE, IS MEANT TO SERVE OTHERS 04/06/2020 Palm Sunday Mass at the Vatican impacted by pandemic
	#HOLY WEEK AT HOME INITIATIVE ANNOUNCED 04/03/2020 Includes publication of special, digital-only edition of Faith magazine
	DIOCESE LAUNCHES ONLINE GIVING OPPORTUNITIES 03/31/2020 Seeking support for those in need, parishes and more
	CATHOLIC NURSES OFTEN ONLY SPIRITUAL CONNECTION TO HOSPITALIZED PATIENTS 03/30/2020 Spiritual presence fills a void for patients
	POPE'S SPECIAL 'URBI ET ORBI' BLESSING: 'GOD TURNS EVERYTHING TO OUR GOOD' 03/30/2020 Extraordinary blessing given to the world in time of pandemic
	REFLECTIONS ON THE (VIRTUAL) REALITY OF OUR TIME 03/30/2020 Connections are made in time of distancing
	BISHOP PERSICO CALLS FOR DAY OF PRAYER, INCLUDES ECUMENICAL ELEMENT 03/24/2020 Includes livestream of the Lord's Prayer, rosary at noon
	WHY HAVE MASS WITH NO ONE THERE? 03/23/2020 Private Masses have spiritual benefits for all
	PARENTS SHARE IDEAS ON HOW TO MAKE SUDDEN ONSET OF HOME SCHOOLING WORK 03/23/2020 Home schooling can be a gift of time
	POPE ANNOUNCES EXTRAORDINARY ‘URBI ET ORBI’ BLESSING MARCH 27 03/23/2020 A special blessing for the world
	WE DO NOT FACE THIS PANDEMIC ALONE 03/22/2020 Bishop Persico offers words of comfort, hope in the face of the pandemic
	WE MUST 'POUR OUT OUR HEARTS IN PRAYER' AMID PANDEMIC, ARCHBISHOP SAYS 03/17/2020 Worship has changed, prayer is constant
	POPE MAKES MINI-PILGRIMAGE OUTSIDE VATICAN TO PRAY FOR END OF PANDEMIC 03/17/2020 Pope Francis witnesses to solidarity in prayer
	BISHOP PERSICO SUSPENDS ALL PUBLIC MASSES UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE 03/17/2020 Letter to the Faithful offers insights, encouragement
	HUNDREDS OF THOUSANDS FORCED TO FLEE AS ATTACKS CONTNUE IN BURKINA FASO 03/08/2020 Christians in West Africa continue to be targeted
	I AM PATRICK 03/08/2020 Docudrama to run at Tinseltown in Erie March 17 and 18.
	STUDENTS ASSIST WITH GLOBAL POVERTY PROJECT 03/08/2020 Erie County Catholic school students pack meals for West Africa
	LUNCHTIME ENCOUNTER LEADS TO MERCY 03/08/2020 Mercyhurst Prep students feed the hungry
	CATHOLIC SISTERS WEEK 2020: AN OPPORTUNITY TO GIVE THANKS 03/03/2020 2020 theme: Communities of Spirit, Hearts for Ministry
	DOMINICAN BROTHERS USE ULTRAMODERN MEANS TO TEACH ORDER'S ANCIENT MUSIC 03/02/2020 Swiss Dominicans use YouTube to share 800-year-old music.
	'REVOLUTION OF THE HEART: THE DOROTHY DAY STORY,' MARCH 6, PBS 03/02/2020 Founder of the Catholic Worker movement featured in documentary.
	PLANNING FOR THE FUTURE: A VISION FOR 2020 AND BEYOND 02/24/2020 Bishop Persico considers second half of his tenure
	ALMSGIVING: AN OVERSHADOWED LENTEN PILLAR HAS SOMETHING TO SAY 02/24/2020 World community benefits from Lenten giving.
	LEAP YEAR'S EXTRA DAY HAS A CATHOLIC ORIGIN 02/24/2020 Learn something new about leap day.
	ONE YEAR AFTER ABUSE SUMMIT, CHURCH REVIEWS PROGRESS, ADDITIONAL NEEDS 02/24/2020 Decisions made at summit result in change.
	'WE ARE IN HUMAN MISERY,' FRANCISCAN IN NORTHERN SYRIA TELLS POPE 02/24/2020 Syrian families face devastation of war.
	MERCYHURST PREP ALUMNA SHARES HER EXPERIENCE OF MEETING POPE FRANCIS 02/17/2020 "Thank you for your joy," was Sarah Signorino's greeting to the pope as she shook his hand.
	QUERIDA AMAZONIA: THE POPE'S EXHORTATION FOR A CHURCH WITH AN AMAZON FACE 02/17/2020 Pope Francis shares his dreams for the Amazon region and its people.
	COUPLE STRENGTHEN FAITH ON CAMINO; TREK LEADS UP TO WEDDING 02/17/2020 Couple's marriage began with a journey.
	MARJORY STONEMAN DOUGLAS SCHOOL SHOOTING SURVIVOR TO APPEAR IN ERIE THIS SPRING 02/11/2020 Appearance is part of Gannon's Spring Season of Arts and Culture
	GEORGETOWN TO DIVEST FROM FOSSIL FUELS 02/11/2020 Decision is in response to student-led campaign
	MIDEAST PATRIARCHS CONCERNED ABOUT CHRISTIAN SURVIVAL 02/11/2020 Issue raised in private meeting with Holy Father
	REGISTRATION OPEN FOR REASON FOR OUR HOPE'S 2020 SPRING CONFERENCES FOR MEN, WOMEN 02/03/2020 Events offer opportunitities to grow in faith
	COLLEGE SENIOR'S CHILDREN'S BOOK EXPLORES CATHOLIC ASPECTS OF PITTSBURGH 02/01/2020 Girl Scout project helps children at Mass.
	HOLY LAND CATHOLIC LEADERS: AMERICAN PEACE PLAN NEEDED PALESTINIAN INPUT 02/01/2020 Catholic leaders encourage more dialogue.
	POPE, IRAQI LEADER DISCUSS PROTECTING CHRISTIANS, NATIONAL SOVEREIGNTY 01/27/2020 Meeting highlights need for international cooperation in areas of conflict
	ARCHBISHOP CHAPUT RETIRES, POPE NAMES BISHOP PEREZ SUCCESSOR 01/25/2020 Bishop Perez returns "home" to Philadelphia
	GATHERED TOGETHER TO CELEBRATE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 01/25/2020 Diocese of Erie celebrates Catholic Schools Week
	SCHOOLS TO CLOSE, ANOTHER PARISH RELEGATED IN ONGOING STRATEGIC PLANNING 01/21/2020 Bishop Persico announces plans affecting Elk, Jefferson and Venango counties
	LENT: A TIME TO GIVE FOOD TO THE HUNGRY 01/20/2020 Catholic Relief Services offers Operation Rice Bowl
	POPE TO SIMON WIESENTHAL CENTRE: IF WE LOSE OUR MEMORY, WE DESTROY OUR FUTURE 01/20/2020 Pope Francis reflects on lessons from the Holocaust
	CHURCHES CRITICAL IN FIGHTING HUMAN TRAFFICKING, MEMBERS OF CONGRESS TOLD 01/20/2020 Role of faith-based groups in addressing global problem of human trafficking highlighted
	PUERTO RICO REELS UNDER SUCCESSIVE EARTHQUAKES; CATHOLIC CHURCH DAMAGED 01/13/2020 Less than three years after Hurricane Maria, Puerto Rico is devastated by earthquakes
	POPE SETS SPECIAL DAY TO HONOR, STUDY, SHARE THE BIBLE 01/13/2020 Pope Francis encourages closer relationship with sacred Scripture
	EMMY-AWARD WINNING CONTENT PRODUCER RYAN BOMBERGER SHAKES THINGS UP AT 42ND ANNUAL PRO-LIFE BREAKFAST 01/13/2020 One of 13 siblings — 10 of whom were adopted — he offers unique perspective
	NEWBORNS FIND 'SAFE HAVEN' FROM ABANDONMENT THROUGH FLORIDA VOLUNTEERS 01/05/2020 Tragedy prompts Florida man to save lives
	POPE BEGINS NEW YEAR WITH APOLOGY, PRAYERS FOR PEACE 01/05/2020 Pope Francis issues call for peace to large crowd gathered for New Years Day Angelus
	CATHOLIC MINISTRY THRIVES BECAUSE OF EFFORTS OF MANY 01/03/2020 The Bishop's Breakfast provides a hot meal to those in need.
	BISHOP LAWRENCE PERSICO OPENS CAUSE FOR CANONIZATION OF DR. GERTRUDE A. BARBER 12/17/2019 Family, supporters gather for historic moment
	MIDNIGHT MASS AT ST. PETER CATHEDRAL 12/16/2019 Committed team broadcasts Midnight Mass
	POPE WRITES APOSTOLIC LETTER ON THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE CHRISTMAS CRÈCHE 12/16/2019 Pope Francis reflects on
	EVERYDAY HEREOS: HOW FORMER EAGLES GM FOUNDED RONALD McDONALD HOUSES 12/16/2019 Jim Murray saw need, responded and changed lives
	IN HIS OWN WORDS: BISHOP PERSICO REFLECTS ON AD LIMINA VISIT, ENCOUNTER WITH HOLY FATHER 12/10/2019 "It was much more than I had imagined..."
	CHURCH MUST HELP MILITARY FAMILIES FACE UNIQUE CHALLENGES, ARCHBISHOP SAYS 12/09/2019 Archbishop Timothy Broglio of the U.S. Archdiocese for the Military Services speaks of challengin ministry
	CALL ME 'FATHER': POPE'S PRIESTLY VOCATION IS HIS FAVORITE GIFT 12/09/2019 Pope Francis, who will celebrate 50 years of priesthood on Dec. 13, 2019, reflects on the 'God of surprises'
	BISHOPS TAKE NEW ACTIONS TO HOLD THEMSELVES ACCOUNTABLE FOR ABUSE IN 2019 12/09/2019 Policies, plans and actions in response to abuse crisis, are outlined
	WOMEN RELIGIOUS GATHER TO PRAY AND REMEMBER THEIR DECEASED 12/03/2019 Bishop Persico offers Mass, homily
	PENNSYLVANIA, NEW JERSEY BISHOPS SPEND THANKSGIVING WITH POPE 12/02/2019 Bishop Lawrence Persico participates in papal meeting during visit to Rome
	MOST AMERICANS SUPPORT LIFE IN PRISON OVER DEATH PENALTY, SAYS NEW POLL 12/02/2019 Gallup releases data marking shift in opinions
	NCYC GOES FROM ROWDY TO REVERENT FOR BLESSED SACRAMENT, POPE'S MESSAGE 11/25/2019 Youth from 145 dioceses, including Erie, gathered in Indianapolis for three days of prayer and celebration.
	BISHOP PERSICO MEETS CATHOLIC YOUNG ADULTS AT BREWERIE 11/25/2019 This year's final Theology on Tap provided insights into bishop's activites
	FAITH FORMATION TEAM OFFERS 'A SEAT AT THE TABLE' 11/25/2019 Hospitality and inclusivenes at the heart of faith formation
	UPDATE: U.S. BISHOPS EXAMINE CHALLENGES FACED BY CHURCH, SOCIETY 11/18/2019 Bishops gathered in Baltimore for Annual General Assembly
	PASTORAL AGAINST RACISM IS STARTING CONVERSATIONS, HEALING, BISHOPS TOLD 11/18/2019 Racial justice was topic of recent Loftus lecture at Gannon University
	POPE CALLS ON LEADERS, TECH GIANTS TO PROTECT CHILDREN ONLINE 11/18/2019 Pope addresses online exploitation of children
	MISSION: FRIENDSHIP 11/18/2019 Dioceses are connected by 50 years of friendship and a Skype connection
	DIA DE LOS MUERTOS 11/18/2019 November is a month to remember those who have died
	WORLD REMEMBERS 30TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FALL OF BERLIN WALL 11/11/2019 Historic moment remembered by Catholics and others who suffered during decades of Communist dictatorship
	IN COURT BRIEFS, CATHOLIC LEADERS URGE SUPREME COURT TO KEEP DACA IN PLACE 11/11/2019 Catholic leaders join groups that have filed friend-of-the-court briefs supporting the DACA program.
	#iGIVECATHOLIC TO DEBUT IN DIOCESE OF ERIE ON GIVING TUESDAY 11/10/2019 New initiative to help parishes, schools, ministries
	MEADVILLE RELIGIOUS EDUCATION STUDENTS PARTICIPATE IN VOCATION EVENT 11/04/2019 St. Mary of Grace Church hosts event for National Vocation Awareness Week
	U.S. BISHOPS SET TO BEGIN THEIR 'AD LIMINA' VISITS TO ROME 11/04/2019 Pope Francis will receive reports from bishops of every diocese.
	UPDATE: AHEAD OF 2020 ELECTION, CAMPAIGN STESSES WHY CIVILITY IS IMPORTANT 11/04/2019 The public is encouraged to sign a "civility pledge."
	PCC EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR PROVIDES INSIGHTS INTO HIS WORK ON BEHALF OF PA BISHOPS 11/04/2019 Eric Failing offers his take on serving in Harrisburg
	SPEAKER SHARES DETAILS OF ENCOUNTER WITH THE HOLY SPIRIT 10/29/2019 Word of Life event features David Mangan, partipcant in 1967
	PANEL: 'NONES' MAKE UP BIGGER PERCENTAGE OF POPULATION THAN EVER BEFORE 10/28/2019 Fordham Center on Religion and Culture event focuses on the changing demographic of the church.
	CARING FOR COMMON HOME REQUIRES DEEP ECOLOGICAL CONVERSION, SYNOD SAYS 10/28/2019 Synod of Bishops for the Amazon recommends a "dialogue of wisdom."
	TEEN MASS: 15 YEARS OF CELEBRATION 10/21/2019 Worshipppers of all ages gathered to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the TEEN Mass at Blessed Sacrament Church, Erie.
	LAGUNA PEOPLE ARE AN EXAMPLE OF PERSEVERANCE IN FAITH, ARCHBISHOP SAYS 10/21/2019 Baltimore Archbishop Lori highlights the "beautiful expressions of faith of the Laguna tribe."
	A GROUP OF SYNOD FATHERS RENEWS THE 'PACT OF THE CATACOMBS' 10/21/2019 Following in the footsteps of some of the Council Fathers in 1965, a group of participants in the Synod on the Amazon goes to the Catacombs of Domitilla to reaffirm the preferential option for the poor.
	HUNDREDS PARTICIPATE IN ERIE'S ANNUAL ROSARY WALK 10/21/2019 March reaches quarter-century mark
	ELECTIONS, CULTURE AND CONSCIENCE 10/14/2019 Eric Failing, executive director of the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference, will speak at Gannon University
	MISSIONARIES FROM THE DIOCESE OF ERIE SHARE EXPERIENCES AT RECEPTION FOLLOWING MASS FOR EXTRAORDINARY MISSION MONTH 10/14/2019 Local missionaries serve around the world
	CATHOLIC MOBILIZING NETWORK MARKS 10TH ANNIVERSARY WITH FORWARD PUSH 10/14/2019 Groups honors efforts of advocates
	POPE AT CANONIZATION MASS; NEW SAINTS "KINDLY LIGHTS" IN THE GLOOM OF THE WORLD 10/14/2019 Pope Francis canonizes five new saints
	SERRA CLUB RECOGNIZES ALTAR SERVERS FOR DISCIPLESHIP 10/07/2019 Father Michael Polinek and the Serra Club encourage youth involvement in the church
	IN AMAZON, MISSION WORK CHANGED, BUT STILL MEANS ACCOMPANYING SUFFERING 10/07/2019 During the Amazon Synod and Extraordinary Mission month, the needs of the Amazon region are highlighted.
	MASSES, TRIPS, WATCH PARTIES TO MARK CARDINAL NEWMAN'S CANONIZATION 10/07/2019 The canonization of Cardinal Newman focuses student attention on his legacy to higher education.
	JENNIFER WALLACE NAMED NEW PRINCE OF PEACE CENTER CEO 10/07/2019 Longtime CEO Joe Flecher set to retire
	'79 GANNON GRAD DONATES $1 MILLION TO CREATE CYBER LEARNING CENTER 09/30/2019 Alumni gift will benefit the Erie Comunity and student experience at Gannon University.
	SAINT FRANCIS OF ASSISI'S LEGACY OF COMPASSION AND TRANSFORMATION 09/30/2019 Popular saint's message remains relevant for all Christians.
	"ABOMINABLE" IS ANYTHING BUT 09/30/2019 DreamWorks' new animated film promotes prosocial values.
	'BAPTISED AND SENT': POPE DESIGNATES OCTOBER AS MISSION MONTH 09/30/2019 Mission month highlights Christian obligation to share the Gospel.
	'CHRIST OUR HOPE: IN EVERY SEASON OF LIFE' 09/30/2019 U.S. bishops' committee on pro-life activities announces year long theme.
	GANNON UNIVERSITY HOSTS "SEND SILENCE PACKING" EXHIBIT 09/23/2019 Backpack exhibit aims to reduce stigma of mental illness
	OUR MOTHER OF SORROWS MEMORIAL INSPIRES PRAYER 09/23/2019 Parishes offer devotions both public and private
	A FATHER TO CHILDREN NO ONE WANTS 09/23/2019 Missionary Father Renato Chiera is moved to "see the face of Jesus" in children in crisis.
	WHAT'S YOUR FAVORITE PRAYER? IRISH ASKED AT PLOUGHING CHAMPIONSHIPS 09/23/2019 Irish Bishop uses agriculture fair for evangelization.
	MASSACHUSETTS BISHOPS URGE 'SUBSTANTIAL' STEPS TO PROTECT ENVIRONMENT 09/23/2019 BISHOPS REFLECT ON NATURAL BEAUTY IN THEIR STATE AS GOD'S GIFT
	VOCATIONS DIRECTOR SUMMITS MOUNT KATADHIN 09/17/2019 Vacation provides mix of adventure, fellowship
	POPE IN MOZAMBIQUE, MADAGASCAR AND MAURITIUS: JOY, HOPE AND RESPONSIBILITY 09/12/2019 Memories and messages marking Pope Francis’ Apostolic Journey to Mozambique, Madagascar, and Mauritius.
	PRELATES SAY FEELING OF STRIFE, ENMITY SIGNAL 'CRISIS OF COMPASSION' 09/12/2019 Cardinal O'Malley and Archbishop Wester reflect on the complexities of responding to immigration strife.
	UPDATE: NASSAU ARCHBISHOP ASSESSES POST-HURRICANE CHALLENGES IN BAHAMAS 09/12/2019 Archbishop Patrick C. Pinder reflects on the human toll of hurricane Dorian.
	ST. MARTIN CENTER EARLY LEARNING CENTER AWARDED PRE-K COUNTS PROGRAM 09/12/2019 Educational opportunities for preschool children are expanded through Pa. Dept. of Education Grant
	ON 9/11, POPE GREETS VATICAN, MUSLIM LEADERS PROMOTING WORLD PEACE 09/12/2019 Pope Francis and Muslim leaders develop "Document on Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together
	MEMORIES OF 9/11 ATTACKS LINGER FOR FORMER FIRE DEPARTMENT CHAPLAIN 09/10/2019 Annual anniversary creates time to pause, reflect
	HOW THESE COLLEGE FRESHMEN FOUND THE FAITH THROUGH FRIENDSHIP 09/05/2019 College students find faith through community
	WHAT DOES A JUST ECOMONY LOOK LIKE? ONE BISHOP REFLECTS 09/05/2019 Bishop Frank Dewane reflects on labor practices in light of Catholic social teaching.
	CATHOLIC EDUCATION COLLECTION TO BE HELD SEPTEMBER 14-15 09/05/2019 The second collection at all Masses will aid faith formation programs throughout the diocese.
	NEW CARDINALS: POPE'S CHOICES STRESS DIALOGUE, CARE FOR POOR 09/05/2019 Pope Francis announces consisitory on October 5 to create new cardinals.
	GREAT CATHOLIC MUSIC ONLINE SERVICE TO PAY TRIBUTE TO ST. LOUIS JESUITS 08/30/2019 Music available prior to homecoming concert
	DIOCESAN CELEBRATIONS HONOR LONG-MARRIED COUPLES 08/30/2019 Bishop offers Masses in DuBois, Erie
	FROM THE EDITOR Journeys reveal history, God 08/29/2019 Faith magazine editor Mary Solberg shares her thoughts on the convergence of the spirit on our travels.
	Deacon adds Minor League usher to resume Deacon Ray Sobina serves as usher for Erie SeaWolves 08/29/2019 Deacon adds Minor League usher to resume
	Whether Yanks win or lose, priest remains big fan Msgr. Richard Siefer offers a peek at his "Yankees Universe" shrine 08/29/2019 Msgr. Richard Siefer loves the Yankees and his "Yankees Universe" shrine.
	UPDATE: POPE, BISHOPS URGE ACTION TO SAVE BURNING AMAZON RAINFOREST 08/29/2019 Pope Francis and bishops speak out regarding global impact of wildfires in the Amazon
	Catholics Overcoming Infertility Catholic couples in the diocese find hope through church's teachings on sexuality 08/27/2019 Church teaching provides hope to couples experiencing infertility.
	NEW ORLEANS' WOMEN RELIGIOUS DONATE 25 ACRES FOR FLOOD CONTROL PROJECT 08/20/2019 Sisters of St. Joseph in New Orleans use property devastated by hurricane Katrina for storm water control and flood management
	UPDATE: SUSTAINABLE LAND USE URGED TO EASE GROWING THREATS TO FOOD, WATER 08/19/2019 Friars in formation make commitment to sustainable land use after service program in Appalachia and South America
	THE GRAND JURY REPORT: ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY 08/14/2019 Bishop Lawrence Persico publishes letter to the people of the Diocese of Erie
	UPDATE: SCIENCE PROJECT HELPS TOWN IN KENYA 08/12/2019 Colorado girl's science project has worldwide impact
	TOBIN: LETTER REMINDS PRIESTS CHRIST'S 'JOY, HOPE' CONSTANTLY 'BORN ANEW' 08/09/2019 New Jersey Cardinal praises Pope Francis' letter of gratitude and support for priests
	CATHOLIC FOUNDATION OFFERS NEW EVANGELIZATION GRANTS 08/08/2019 Funding available to parishes and diocesan offices for evangelization efforts. Deadline Sept. 20
	SPIRITUALITY JUST 'TIP OF ICEBERG' FOR AIRPORT CHAPLAIN ALWAYS ON THE GO 08/07/2019 Priest at JFK consoles, offers hospitality.
	VATICAN OFFICIALS AMONG CHURCH LEADERS AT MEDJUGORJE YOUTH FESTIVAL 08/07/2019 Pilgrims attend festival at site in Bosnia-Herzegovina.
	FAITH FORMATION: THE SEASON OF LISTENING HAS BEGUN 08/04/2019 A more in-depth look at the new members of the faith formation team.
	CALIFORNIA CATHOLICS URGED TO PRAY FOR DEFEAT OF MEDICATION ABORTION BILL 08/03/2019 RU-486 could find its way into college health centers if law is signed. Our Lady of Guadalupe is called upon to intervene.
	N.J. BISHOP SAYS SUICIDE LAW SHOWS 'UTTER FAILURE' OF GOVERNMENT, SOCIETY 08/03/2019 Medical Aid in Dying for the Terminally Ill Act which legalizes assisted suicide is a grievous offense and devalues human life.
	HUSH HOUR: SPIRITUALITY OF SILENCE IS A JOURNEY TOWARD GOD, PRIEST SAYS 07/31/2019 Capuchin priest gifts Pope Francis with icon of Our Lady of Silence.
	DID APOLLO 11 MISSION MAKE ORLANDO'S FOUNDING BISHOP THE BISHOP OF THE MOON? 07/26/2019 How will the Church provide for the faithful who inhabit the moon in the future?
	CHURCH IN PUERTO RICO OFFERS 24-HOUR PRAYER ENCOUNTER AMID PROTESTS 07/25/2019 Bishops call for prayer during time of instability.
	YOUNG ADULT LEADERS GATHER FOR POST-SYNOD DISCUSSION 07/25/2019 Young adults keep momentum going after synod.
	UPDATE: FAITH LEADERS DECRY ICE DEPORTATIONS, SAY ACTION CAUSES FEAR 07/18/2019 As Trump administration enforces immigration laws, Cardinal DiNardo emphasizes compassion and dignity
	AS ETHIOPIA WORKS FOR REFORM, CHURCH TRIES TO SUPPORT PEOPLE IN MANY WAYS 07/18/2019 Catholic Church leads peace and reconciliation during transition and unrest in Ethiopia
	50 YEARS ON, MOON LANDING STILL GENERATES A WISTFUL SENSE OF WONDERMENT 07/08/2019 Anniversary of lunar landing sparks excitement for future discoveries
	POPE MEETS PUTIN; TWO LEADERS TALK ABOUT UKRAINE, SYRIA, VENEZUELA 07/08/2019 Putin honors Pope Francis at meeting with gift of art
	WITH MIRACLE CONFIRMED IN SHEEN CAUSE, PLANS FOR BEATIFICATION CAN BEGIN 07/08/2019 Pope Francis has approved the miracle attributed to Archbishop Sheen and will move forward with beatification
	ARCHBISHOP'S REMAINS MOVED TO PEORIA; SAINTHOOD CAUSE IS REOPENED 07/03/2019 Archbishop Fulton Sheen, a trailblazer who used television and ratio to evangelize the world, is finally on his way to canonization.
	CALMING CONSCIENCES: POPE GIVES SEAFARER CHAPLAINS SPECIAL POWERS 07/03/2019 Priests ministering to seafarers now have permission to grant absolution which would normally be reserved for a bishop or the Vatican.
	MEAN GIRLS ON THE SOCCER FIELD 06/29/2019 A commentary on female players using the soccer field to mock the Catholic Church and the culture of life.
	NATIONAL HONORS PRESENTED TO DIOCESAN COMMUNICATIONS STAFF, BISHOP 06/27/2019 Team garners 15 awards from Catholic Press Association
	ERIE BISHOP FEATURED IN NATIONAL PUBLICATION 06/27/2019 Summer 2019 edition of Content Evangelist focuses on communications and healing
	VATICAN WOMEN'S SOCCER MATCH CANCELED AFTER PROTESTS 06/27/2019 Newly formed women's soccer team forfeits first match after opposing team members use their bodies to make a statement against the culture of life.
	INSTITUTE HELPS PRIESTS, SEMINARIANS BE 'BETTER INSTRUMENT' OF GOD'S LOVE 06/26/2019 Erie priest among the instructors
	FAITH FORMATION: WHAT'S NEXT? 06/23/2019 An interview with Deacon Steve Washek
	LISTENING, MENTORING KEY TO KEEPING YOUNG ADULTS, SAY CHURCH WORKERS 06/21/2019 Young adults need those who are 'radically faithful and committed to being fruitful' to walk with them and allow them to be part of the larger conversation.
	QUEBEC GOVERNMENT PASSES CANADA'S STRICTEST SECULARISM BILL 06/21/2019 Residents and religious leaders shocked and saddened by new law limiting religious freedoms
	Learning to navigate 'deeper waters' of priesthood 06/19/2019 Diocesan priest writes book about how priests can navigate priesthood more effectively
	BISHOPS APPROVE THIRD-PARTY REPORTING SYSTEM; TO BE IN PLACE BY MAY 31 06/15/2019 A system, approved by the USCCB, will be in place next year so that complaints against bishops could be made confidentially.
	MITIGATE GLOBAL WARMING, SPARE FURTHER INJUSTICE TO POOR, POPE SAYS 06/15/2019 Pope speaks to a group of energy and oil executives, global investors, to encourage action to mitigate global warming.
	CHURCH SHOULD FOCUS ON GETTING 'NONES' BACK, BISHOP BARRON SAYS 06/14/2019 Bishops focus on reaching millennials and those who are no longer connected to a parish through the means of social media
	ERIE SERRA CLUB HONORS OUTSTANDING DEACON, LAY PERSON, PRIEST AND RELIGIOUS OF THE YEAR 06/07/2019 Annual dinner at Gannon also launches new presidency for the organization
	5,000 KM ON FOOT: THANKS BE TO GOD 06/06/2019 They walked for over 7 months, from Paris to Jerusalem, without a penny in their pockets. A pilgrimage in search of God, made up of encounters, the discovery of others and of self.
	PROTECTING SEAL OF CONFESSION CALLED ESSENTIAL FOR CIVILIZED SOCIETY 06/05/2019 The seal of confession is integral to the sacrament so that the penitent may feel confident in entrusting their sins to the confessor.
	FORMER ARMY SOLDIERS REUNITED AFTER 50 YEARS SHARE FAITH, MEMORIES 06/02/2019 Two veterans share more than their military experiences, they are connected by Our Lady of Guadalupe
	COME JULY 1, KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS GET A NEW LOOK AFTER 79 YEARS 06/02/2019 Capes and plumed chapeaus will be replaced by jackets and berets for Knights of Columbus Color Corps
	'WE ARE NEXT' 06/02/2019 Local representatives return to Erie after funeral of humanitarian Jean Vanier
	God, family & beer Straub Brewery taps into faith 06/01/2019 147-year-old family brewery in St. Marys taps into faith
	'Five gallons of heaven' Parish creates craft beer 06/01/2019 Erie area parish creates new craft beer,
	Theology on Tap energizes young adults 06/01/2019 Young adults share faith over beer
	VIRGINIA WOMAN MAKES WHIMSICAL WIGS FOR CHILDREN EXPERIENCING HAIR LOSS 05/24/2019 Children suffering hair loss find joy in the gift of a crocheted wig from the Magic Yarn Project.
	SURVEY OF WOMEN IN BIBLE STUDY SHOWS THEY HAVE LESS STRESS, MORE PATIENCE 05/24/2019 Participants of
	CATHOLIC CHARITIES WEIGHING RESPONSE TO VIOLENT MIDWEST STORMS, FLOODING 05/24/2019 Bishop of Jefferson City asks for prayers and assesses the needs of residents affected by devastating storm on May 22
	VATICAN OFFICIALS SUPPORT CONTINUED CARE OF MAN IN VEGETATIVE STATE 05/22/2019 Church officials speak out in support of providing a French man in a vegetative state with basic nutrition and hydration.
	A SAINT FOR OUR TIMES 05/19/2019 Vanier was a champion for people with intellectual disabilities and touched countless lives with message of love.
	ENCOUNTER 05/19/2019 Patrice Swick heads to El Paso for first-hand encounter with the border
	NEW YORK RELIGIOUS LEADERS ENDORSE BILL TO END SOLITARY CONFINEMENT 05/18/2019 The Human Alternatives to Long-Term Solitary Confinement Act will seek to make change in order to protect an inmate's basic human dignity while protecting society
	NOT RULING ON APPARITIONS, POPE ALLOWS PILGRIMAGES TO MEDJUGORJE 05/14/2019 Parish and diocesan organized pilgrimages to Medjugorje permitted with the understanding that no decision has been made on the authenticity of the apparitions.
	CATHOLIC CHARITIES' ANNUAL FUNDRAISER CELEBRATES SUCCESSES 05/12/2019 Master gardener Michael Bailey receives Helping Hands Award
	AS EXECUTION LOOMS, CASE FOR CLEMENCY HINGES ON AN ACT OF FORGIVENESS 05/09/2019 A mother whose daughter was brutally murdered supports clemency for killer; from execution on May 16 to life in prison.
	POPE FRANCIS, THE CATECHIST, AND THE IRREPRESSIBLE JOY OF CHILDREN 05/08/2019 Children from Bulgaria receive their First Holy Communion from Pope Francis
	GoERIE'S FACEBOOK LIVE INTERVIEW WITH BISHOP PERSICO NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE 05/03/2019 Reporter Ed Palattella looks back over events of the past year
	UPDATE: RELIC OF ST. JOHN VIANNEY COMING TO ST. PETER CATHEDRAL 05/03/2019 Chancery releases new details
	CATHOLIC RURAL MINISTRIES SISTERS HONORED 05/02/2019 Potter County Human Services salutes Benedictine sisters
	JOCKEY MIKE SMITH, 2018 TRIPLE CROWN WINNER, RELIES ON CATHOLIC FAITH 05/02/2019 Triple Crown jockey says,
	CHURCH NEEDS JOYFUL DISCIPLES, POPE TELLS YOUNG PEOPLE, DEAF ASSOCIATION 05/02/2019 Pope Francis said that the youthfulness and enthusiasm of young people in the church is a visible sign that Jesus "does not abandon his church".
	TWO MEN ORDAINED TO THE DIACONATE FOR DIOCESE OF ERIE 04/27/2019 Kevin Holland and Joseph Petrone offer promises, surrounded by family and friends
	NO LOANS, NO AID: JUST PALESTINIAN REFUGEES IN AN INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS 04/26/2019 Former stockbroker empowers women, brings hope
	VOLUNTEER GARDENER AT CRISIS MATERNITY HOME PROVIDES BALM FOR THE WOUNDED 04/24/2019 Catholic Charities recognizes Jana Hukriede for creating a community garden focused on helping young mothers in need.
	'THEIR CALVARY WAS LENGTHY': POPE'S STATIONS RECALL THOSE EXPLOITED 04/21/2019 Pope Francis led Stations of the Cross with powerful reflections for those suffering today, including the marginalized, the lonely and rejected.
	POPE'S WAY OF CROSS WILL SHINE LIGHT ON WOMEN 'CRUCIFIED' BY TRAFFICKERS 04/19/2019 Through prayers and meditations religious sister helps people recognize the suffering of many young women.
	MUSLIM FATHER, 'WANTING TO BE PART OF SOMETHING', JOINS CATHOLIC CHURCH 04/17/2019 From 'None' to Muslim to Catholic
	'WE WILL REBUILD' 04/17/2019 The fire at Notre Dame: A round-up of news and commentary
	COACH GIVES POINTERS ON PRAYER, FAITH, TO CATHOLIC MEN 04/14/2019 Pat Shurmur, New York Giants head coach, spoke at Lenten gathering
	FAMILY TRADITION: CARRYING THE CROSS ON JERUSALEM'S VIA DOLOROSA 04/12/2019 It's taken 40 years and several generations of one family to carry this cross. Share the Via Dolorosa experience with the Kamar Family.
	ST. JOHN VIANNEY RELIC HEADING TO ERIE 04/12/2019 Cathedral event planned for June 6
	RELIGIOUS EDUCATORS HONORED FOR SERVICE 04/08/2019 Faith formation director notes importance of their work
	SEMINARIAN JOHN HEPINGER ENCOUNTERS POPE FRANCIS 04/08/2019 'You get the sense of what a prayerful, loving man and pastor he really is.'
	BISHOPS SAY POPE'S EXHORTATION IS A CALL TO INVEST IN YOUNG PEOPLE 04/08/2019 Document emerged from the 2018 Synod of Bishops on young people, the faith and vocational discernment
	AFTER UNREST AND ANGER, NEW WASHINGTON ARCHBISHOP WANTS TO REBUILD TRUST 04/08/2019 Calls D.C. 'home to the poor and the powerful'
	DIOCESE OF ERIE UPDATES PUBLIC DISCLOSURE LIST 04/05/2019 Release includes new explanation of process for those under investigation; unique features of reparation program also highlighted
	Global Poverty Project underway in Catholic schools 04/02/2019 Catholic school students respond to global hunger
	DIOCESE OF ERIE RESPONDS TO GARABEDIAN NEWS CONFERENCE 03/29/2019 Bishop Persico offers clarifications
	THE WINNING STREAK CONTINUES FOR KENNEDY CATHOLIC 03/29/2019 Boys' basketball team captures fourth consecutive state championship
	BECOMING A SEAFARERS' CHAPLAIN WAS NOT EXACTLY HIS RETIREMENT PLAN 03/29/2019 Deacon ministers to thousands of men on coal and container ships
	VENANGO REGION CATHOLIC SCHOOL ANNOUNCES NEW DEVELOPMENTS 03/28/2019 Schools to be reconfigured; new president hired
	ACTRESS WHO STARS IN 'UNPLANNED' THINKS FILM IS 'GOING TO CHANGE HISTORY' 03/28/2019 Film available at Tinseltown in Erie
	DIOCESE CONTINUES SAFE ENVIRONMENT PRACTICES 03/21/2019 All employees to secure clearances
	AMID CONTINUED MIDWEST FLOODING, CATHOLIC GROUPS STEP UP TO HELP 03/21/2019 Diocese of Erie offers link for disaster relief
	FAITH FORMATION INITIATIVE KICKS OFF ACROSS THE DIOCESE 03/21/2019 Brainstorming sessions provide new ideas
	SINGLE COLLEGIATE MOMS University offers merciful new beginnings 03/19/2019 The new Women With Children program at Mercyhurst University North East provides housing and hope for single moms.
	EAGLE-EYED VISION: SVCSS FOCUSES ON THE FUTURE WITH NEW PARTNERSHIP 03/13/2019 Partners in Mission visits Kennedy Catholic Family of Schools
	CANDIDATES, CATECHUMENS CONTINUE FAITH JOURNEY 03/13/2019 More than 130 participate in Rite of Election
	THERAPY DOGS BRING PAWESOME NEW PARTNERSHIP TO ERIE'S ST. JUDE SCHOOL 03/08/2019 Therapy dogs help with reading, behavior
	LAST YEAR'S CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL RAISED NEARLY $2 MILLION OVER GOAL 03/07/2019 CSA funds that will remain in parishes as a result of the 2018 appeal total $1,926,694.
	ST. FRANCIS, ST. PATRICK SCHOOLS CELEBRATE 125th ANNIVERSARIES 03/03/2019 Milestone marked with special Masses, among other events
	BISHOP PERSICO REFLECTS ON THE ABUSE SUMMIT IN ROME 03/03/2019 Response is one of cautious optimism
	YOUNG PEOPLE WHO CARE OFFERS SUMMER OF SERVICE, FAITH — AND FUN 02/24/2019 Grassroots ministry holds weekend and weeklong retreats during the summer and throughout the year
	#MeToo, #ChurchToo LECTURE SHINES LIGHT ON CULTURE OF ABUSE 02/22/2019 Julie Hanlon Rubio: Answers to the current sex abuse crisis facing the church lie within its own social justice teachings
	Faith magazine feature: BEYOND THE GOAL: PARISHES USE CATHOLIC SERVICES APPEAL TO PAY FOR IMPROVEMENTS 02/20/2019 Building upkeep requires investment
	Faith magazine feature: FAITH FORMATION EFFORT CREATES WELCOMING SPIRIT 02/15/2019 Catholic Services Appeal donations help fund welcoming and belonging efforts in all parishes
	DIOCESAN EXPERTS ON CARDINAL NEWMAN CHEER ANNOUNCEMENT OF COMING CANONIZATION 02/13/2019 Vatican announcement follows confirmation of second miracle attributed to Newman
	DIOCESAN SCHOOLS CELEBRATE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK 01/25/2019 Events include with special Masses, open houses and activities that celebrate parishes, communities, vocations
	SPEAKERS AND DATES FOR MEN'S, WOMEN'S CONFERENCES ANNOUNCED 01/25/2019 Both conferences to be held at Erie's Our Lady of Peace Parish in March
	DIOCESAN SCHOOLS ROLL OUT 'SAFE2SAY SOMETHING' 01/23/2019 Program allows students, staff to anonymous report threats, concerns
	ST. BERNARD ELEMENTARY MIDDLE SCHOOL TO CLOSE AT END OF 2018-19 SCHOOL YEAR 01/22/2019 Decision follows recommendation of the parish finance council and ad-hoc committee
	SEX ABUSE CRISIS PROMPTS YEAR OF ACTION, REFLECTION 01/18/2019 Bishop Persico maintains focus on victims
	DIOCESE RANKED NO. 1 IN PA FOR ONLINE FINANCIAL TRANSPARENCY 01/18/2019 Annual survey took on urgency as dioceses face sexual abuse crisis
	SOME DIOCESAN PARISHES SERVE AS OVERFLOW HOMELESS SHELTERS 01/14/2019 Part of broader 'Our Neighbors' Place' effort at various Erie-area churches
	41st ANNUAL PRO-LIFE BREAKFAST DRAWS 500 01/13/2019 Speaker Obianuju Ekeocha discusses 'ideological colonialism'
	'SERIOUS BUT POSITIVE,' BISHOP PERSICO RETURNS FROM RETREAT 01/11/2019 “It was important to be reminded of our role as shepherds and being open to the Word of God."
	HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF ERIE PURCHASES BETTER HOUSING FOR ERIE 01/11/2019 Discussions between H.A.C.E. and Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie began several months ago
	VOCATIONS CRUCIFIX TO TRAVEL THROUGHOUT DIOCESE 01/10/2019 The crucifix serves as a reminder and provides a place to pray for the young men and women who are discerning their vocations
	CATHEDRAL PREP, VILLA MARIA ANNOUNCE 'GAME-CHANGING' TUITION ASSISTANCE PROGRAM 01/10/2019 Graduates of diocesan Catholic elementary schools would receive $3,000 per year
	POPE TO U.S. BISHOPS: COMBATING ABUSE CRISIS DEMANDS A 'RENEWED AND DECISIVE APPROACH' 01/03/2019 Letter comes as bishops gather for weeklong retreat
	ERIE COUNTY CHURCHES OPEN FOR SPECIAL NIGHT OF CONFESSION 12/07/2018 Event aimed at encouraging people to return to the sacrament of reconciliation.
	BISHOP PERSICO, REPORTER MEET FOR 'UNCOMFORTABLE CONVERSATIONS' 12/06/2018 Discussion centered on sexual abuse crisis
	VENANGO REGION CATHOLIC SCHOOL ASSOCIATION APPOINTS FULL BOARD 11/30/2018 Newly created Venango Region Catholic School moves forward
	Faith magazine feature: CHANT: EVER ANCIENT, EVER NEW 11/28/2018 Mystical sounds of 1,440-year-old Catholic tradition still fill churches in diocese
	WARREN PARISHIONERS TAKE ALTERNATIVE TOUR OF MIDDLE EAST 11/21/2018 Gaining understanding through encounter
	BISHOP PERSICO REFLECTS ON BALTIMORE GATHERING 11/18/2018 Believes bishops are moving in the right direction
	DIOCESE OF ERIE EARNS NIAGARA AWARDS 11/16/2018 Collaboration yields honors
	PARISHIONERS GIVE GENEROUSLY TO PRIEST, SISTER RETIREMENT FUNDS 11/09/2018 This month’s Retirement Fund for Religious collection is scheduled for Dec. 8-9
	BISHOP PERSICO PARTICIPATES IN SILENT PEACE WALK 11/09/2018 Prayers offered for victims of sexual abuse
	AMERICAN BISHOPS BEGIN EFFORTS OF FASTING, PRAYER 11/04/2018 Efforts in response to sexual abuse crisis in the church
	DIOCESE PREPARES TO CELEBRATE 500th CURSILLO 11/02/2018 Three-day retreat helps participants deepen their relationship with Christ
	PASTORAL PLAN UPDATE: 'WELCOMING AND BELONGING' PARISH PROJECT INTRODUCED 10/29/2018 Plan focuses on four key areas of encountering Christ
	BISHOP PERSICO MEETS, TALKS WITH AREA COLLEGE STUDENTS 10/28/2018 Discussion centered on Grand Jury Report
	DIOCESAN FIFTH-GRADERS GET CLOSE TO NATURE 10/26/2018 Event inspired by Pope Francis’ Laudato Si´ encyclical
	PASTORAL PLANNING CONTINUES AS FAITH FORMATION THEMES INTRODUCED 10/21/2018 Bishop Lawrence Persico to hold vicariate meetings this week
	DOROTHY DAY'S GRANDDAUGHTER SHARES LESSONS LEARNED 10/12/2018 Kate Hennessy's new book gives intimate view of this 'Servant of God'
	Faith magazine feature: BODY AND SPIRIT: STUDENT ATHLETES COMPETE AT THE INTERSECTION OF SPORTS AND SPIRITUALITY 10/04/2018 New Vatican document encourages development of 'apostolate for sports'
	DIOCESE STUDIES GENDER IDENTITY ISSUES 10/04/2018 More than 200 attend study days on gender identity
	Faith magazine column: DRAWING CONNECTIONS IN A WIDE, WIDE WORLD 10/03/2018 Column: From the editor of Faith magazine
	Faith magazine feature: TEENS ON THE PERIPHERIES: BUSTING BOUNDARIES TO BRING HOPE TO NATIONAL, INTERNATIONAL MISSIONS 10/03/2018 Nearly 100 teens travel from diocese to help the marginalized
	BISHOP REQUESTS ROSARY RECITATION IN OCTOBER 10/01/2018 Letter follows request from Pope Francis
	DIOCESE TO CELEBRATE WORLD MISSION MONTH IN OCTOBER 09/30/2018 Bishop Persico to celebrate Oct. 7 Mass
	FORMER NFL STAR McCOY VISITS ERIE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 09/28/2018 Erie native delivers message of faith, hope, encouragement
	ST. PATRICK SCHOOL, ST. STEPHEN SCHOOL AND VENANGO CATHOLIC SCHOOL FORM ASSOCIATION 09/27/2018 Catholic schools in the Venango region signed an agreement Sept. 14 to form an association called the Venango Region Catholic School.
	BISHOP PERSICO ASSUMES NEW ADMINISTRATIVE POST WITH USCCB 09/21/2018 USCCB grapples with sex abuse crisis; calls for help from laity
	PA BISHOPS PLEDGE SUPPORT FOR INDEPENDENT COMPENSATION PROGRAM 09/21/2018 Statement released in unison Sept. 21
	ALTAR SERVERS RECOGNIZED 09/20/2018 Servers represented seven Erie-area parishes
	PARISHIONERS ACROSS DIOCESE TAKE PART IN DAY OF PRAYER 09/18/2018 Bishop Lawrence Persico set aside the day for anyone to visit churches and make a personal, prayerful response to the sexual abuse crisis in the Catholic Church
	ERIE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION AWARDS GRANT FOR SCHOOL SAFETY 09/14/2018 For the first time, the Erie Community Foundation is financially supporting a school safety project.
	NFP FAMILY CAMPOUT AND PICNIC BRINGS TOGETHER FAITH, FAMILY AND FUN 09/05/2018 Weekend event includes Mass, picnic and hike
	Faith Magazine Feature: A VICTIM, A BISHOP AND A PASTOR: THREE PERSPECTIVES 09/04/2018 Chaz Muth of Catholic News Service followed a victim of clergy sex abuse across the commonwealth as he met with his bishop and the pastor of his former parish
	BISHOP PERSICO CALLS FOR CREATION OF COMPENSATION FUND 08/30/2018 Committed to working towards justice for victims
	NEW SCHOOL YEAR BRINGS CHANGES TO DIOCESAN SCHOOLS 08/28/2018 Students will see new leadership, added security at some schools
	NEW ACADEMIC YEAR BEGINS FOR HUNDREDS OF STUDENTS THROUGHOUT DIOCESE 08/27/2018 Day filled with laughs, prayer and homework
	CLERICAL SEX ABUSE AND ONE VICTIM'S JOURNEY 08/24/2018 Videos feature interview with Bishop Lawrence Persico
	'HUMBLED AND SORROWFUL,’ BISHOP WELCOMES RELEASE OF GRAND JURY REPORT Bishop Persico pledges continued transparency in child abuse crisis 08/14/2018 PA Attorney General's Office releases grand jury report; Erie bishop pledges continued vigilance
	BISHOP PERSICO WORKS TO PREPARE HIS PEOPLE FOR GRAND JURY REPORT 08/13/2018 All pastors in the 13-county diocese were asked to read a letter at Mass
	DIOCESE NAMES FAITH FORMATION DIRECTOR 08/07/2018 Deacon Stephen Washek accepts post
	ST. PETER CATHEDRAL MARKS 125th ANNIVERSARY 08/06/2018 Bells ring in celebration of the mother church
	MASS HONORS 50TH ANNIVERSARY OF RESTORATION OF PERMANENT DIACONATE 08/06/2018 More than 65 men currently serving in the active permanent diaconate in Diocese of Erie
	MASSES CELEBRATE MILESTONE WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES 08/06/2018 More than 80 couples attend a special Mass at St. George Parish in Erie
	BISHOP PERSICO CELEBRATES MASS AT SCI MERCER 08/03/2018 Two men baptized, four confirmed
	USCCB PRESIDENT ISSUES STATEMENT CONCERNING MORAL FAILURES 08/01/2018 McCarrick revelations cause
	REDACTED CLERGY SEX ABUSE REPORT MAY BE RELEASED BY AUG. 8 Erie bishop pushes for transparency 07/30/2018 PA Supreme Court orders grand jury report to be released with some names concealed until further review.
	BISHOP PERSICO CONCURS WITH AG ABOUT RELEASE OF GRAND JURY REPORT 07/27/2018 Erie Bishop Persico supports AG's efforts to expedite release of grand jury report.
	MUSIC ON THE HILL INSPIRES CROWD 07/24/2018 Concert sponsored by ministry for people with intellectual, developmental disabilities
	TWO EVENTS CELEBRATED AT ST. PETER CATHEDRAL 07/24/2018 NFP Awareness Week and Humanae vitae's 50th anniverary noted
	COUPLES INVITED TO CELEBRATE WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES 07/18/2018 Registration now open
	DIOCESE OF ERIE UPDATES ITS LIST OF PUBLIC DISCLOSURES 07/18/2018 This is the second update since names were first published in April
	TWO PRINCIPALS NAMED TO ERIE CATHOLIC SCHOOLS 07/13/2018 New principals named to Catholic schools
	PRIESTS APPOINTED, ONE RETIRES 07/09/2018 Bishop makes priest appointments
	TEACHERS TRAIN TO BE PRINCIPALS, LEADERS 06/28/2018 New principal certification program begins.
	THE YOUNG CHURCH Exploring the role of young people in the Catholic Church 06/27/2018 College student interviews young people and youth leaders in the Diocese of Erie.
	PULLING STRINGS TO MAKE THE WORLD A BETTER PLACE 06/27/2018 Creating jewelry with donated guitar strings helps breast cancer patients, survivors
	BISHOP PERSICO MAINTAINS COMMITMENT TO TRANSPARENCY IN CHILD ABUSE CASES 06/22/2018 Bishop Persico pledges transparency in child abuse cases, despite court stay.
	CATHOLIC NEWSPAPER PRESENCE ENDS IN DIOCESE News site launches upon newspaper closing 06/22/2018 FaithLife newspaper ends, but online news site begins.
	DIOCESAN PUBLICATIONS WIN NATIONAL PRESS AWARDS 06/21/2018 Diocesan newspaper, magazine win awards.
	DIOCESE CELEBRATES NEW PRIESTS 06/20/2018 Priests ordained for 13-county diocese
	Serra honors, clergy, religious, lay person 06/08/2018 Serra Club honorees
	Sisters celebrate milestone anniversaries 06/07/2018 Many sisters celebrate jubilees in the diocese.
	A Voice for Victims: Attorney general, bishop discuss protection of children in wake of abuse charges against priest 05/23/2018 Bishop Lawrence Persico and Pennsylvania Attorney General Josh Shapiro met in Erie May 16 to share their common concern for the victims of sexual abuse.
	Mother and son show beauty of Down syndrome 05/09/2018 When Diana Englund of Erie learned that her newborn son Nathan had Down syndrome, she worried about how people would treat him.
	Lucinda students recognized for cursive talent 05/01/2018 Eleven-year-old Lily Bell poises her pencil just above the faint blue line of dashes on the off-white page. She moves the lead tip to begin writing the first word of St . John’s verse about the law of love:
	Couple honored with Helping Hands Award 04/19/2018 Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Erie to honor couple with its prestigious award May 12 at Erie’s Bayfront Convention Center
	Diocese confronts sex abuse history, updates child protection policy 04/06/2018 The Diocese of Erie—as part of a sweeping update to its Policy for the Protection of Children—announced on April 6 the names of 34 priests and 17 lay men and women who have been credibly accused
	FAITH MAGAZINE: Disabilities Ministries offers insights for parishioners 04/01/2018 “If you haven’t rolled in someone else’s wheels — or you haven’t walked in their shoes — then you can’t appreciate how sometimes, without meaning to, you can be condescending or arrogant,” says Michele
	Diocese responds to opioid epidemic 03/28/2018 The Diocese of Erie creates the Opioid Task Force of the Diocese of Erie to inform clergy about the growing epidemic of addiction.
	‘God still has a presence in this…’ Students, bishops stand against gun violence 03/14/2018 Sixth-, seventh- and eighth-graders at St. Luke School hold a prayer service to remember the 17 victims of the recent school shooting in Florida.
	Diocese advocates for Down syndrome legislation 03/13/2018 The Office of Social Justice and Life and the Office of Disabilities Ministries of the Diocese of Erie—along with the Pennsylvania Catholic Conference—urge Catholics to advocate for proposed legislation that
	Abortions in Pennsylvania drop, but activists remain concerned 01/18/2018 Abortions in Pennsylvania have decreased since 1980, according to the Pennsylvania Department of Health. Yet, pro-life activists in the Erie area remain troubled by the 31,818 abortions performed in the commonwealth in 2015.