News of the Diocese

Aug. 3 program focuses on Blessed Mother Teresa as her canonization nears

Father Mike Woost will share reflections on Blessed Mother Teresa of Calcutta at 7:30 p.m. Aug. 3 in the St. Basil Parish Center, 8700 Brecksville Road, Brecksville.

Akron parish to pay tribute to those serving in the nursing profession at 7 p.m. on Aug. 4

For the 10th year, Akron?s St. Paul Catholic Church will celebrate a Mass of Thanksgiving and Blessing for all those serving in the nursing profession at 7 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 4. The parish will welcome nurses, their families and the entire community to join in a Eucharistic celebration to seek God?s blessing on those in the nursing profession ...

Bishop Lennon thanks couples for their witness to God during annual Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebration

On Sunday, July 31 more than 200 couples and their family members attended the annual Golden Wedding Anniversary Celebration at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist.

Countdown to The FEST: Sunday, August 7 in Wickliffe

Join us for the 17th annual FEST!

Diocesan pilgrims celebrate 31st World Youth Day

In the land of the saint who created the celebration, millions have gathered in Poland with Pope Francis to celebrate the 31st World Youth Day.

August 2016 luncheon speakers for the First Friday Clubs are announced

The three First Friday Club luncheon speakers series in the Diocese of Cleveland will hold their respective luncheons beginning at noon on Thursday, August 4 and at noon on Friday, August 5. Jeff Stutzman, social media coordinator and webmaster, Diocese of Cleveland will be the guest speaker at the First Friday Club of Cleveland on Thursday, Augus...

Priest classmates share thoughts on their vocation

Father Terry Grachanin (left) worked as a graphic designer for seven years and was attending classes at Cleveland State University before he answered a call to the priesthood. Father Louis Thomas (right) considered the priesthood during his senior year at St. Edward High School, but opted to work and start college rather than head to the seminary. ...