News of the Diocese

"Pope calls for all to pray, work for peace," writes Bishop Lennon

Although the problems in Syria and other war torn areas of the world may seem far away from us here in the Cleveland Diocese, our Holy Father is reminding us that we are indeed one world. This week, Pope Francis is leading thousands in St. Peter's Square and around the world in praying for peace. Here in our Diocese, many of our local parishes ha...

The Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima tours the Diocese

During the month of September, the Diocese of Cleveland is hosting the world-famous International Pilgrim Virgin Statue of Our Lady of Fatima. The statue will be made available at a variety of parishes through the Diocese. Click here for a list of the parishes.     The statue was sculpted in 1947 by Jose Thedim, based on the descriptio...

Next "Year of Faith Lecture Series" at Cathedral - September 18

Most Reverend Richard Lennon, Bishop of Cleveland will continue his twice a month "Year of Faith Lecture Series" on Wednesday, September 18 inside the Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist.  His approximately twenty to thirty minute lectures will begin immediately after the conclusion of the noon Mass on selected weekday afternoons....

36th annual "Walk of Hope" benefits persons with disabilities - October 5

Catholic Charities Disability Services and Ministries will host the 36th Annual Walk of Hope for Persons with Disabilities through Cleveland?s historic Tremont neighborhood Saturday, October 5, 2013, at 8:30 a.m. Many people come to Disability Services and Ministries because they find hope and a welcoming community. For 47 years, these Diocesan of...

Bishop Lennon asks Cleveland faithful to select a day of Prayer and Fasting for Peace in Syria

Following the pastoral lead of Pope Francis and his "On the Plea for Peace" address delivered in Vatican City on Sunday, September 1, Most Reverend Richard Lennon, Bishop of Cleveland made a request today (September 3) of his pastors and parish administrators throughout the Diocese of Cleveland to publish the following announcement in their&nb...

Ecumenical prayer vigil and procession for Immigration Reform in Ashland - September 6

An ecumenical prayer vigil and procession supporting Comprehensive Immigration Reform will take place at Emmanuel United Methodist Church in Ashland on Friday, September 6 beginning at 3:00 p.m. The procession will begin at Emmanuel United Methodist Church located at 322 Cleveland Avenue in Ashland and will proceed to Representative Bob Gibbs...

A "Pilgrimage for Immigration Reform" to be held in Painesville - September 5

  The Diocese of Cleveland through its Catholic Commission of Lake & Geauga counties will hold a "Pilgrimage for Immigration Reform" at Saint Mary Parish, Painesville on Thursday, September 5 beginning at 5 p.m. Hundreds of parishioners from across the Cleveland diocese will gather at Saint Mary Parish, 242 N. ...