News of the Diocese

Ordination to the Priesthood - May 21, 2016 (Live Stream)

On Saturday, May 21, Bishop Richard Lennon will ordain 5 men to the priesthood.

Bishop Richard Lennon presides at diocesan confirmation Mass

More than 70 people were sealed with the gift of the Holy Spirit and strengthened for service to the Body of Christ during the diocesan confirmation Mass on May 14 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Those being confirmed were from the cathedral parish as well as others who were unable to participate in the confirmation Mass at their own p...

Catholic Charities 2016 annual appeal continues in parishes this weekend with a $100,000 challenge grant to benefit Rose-Mary's 'Homes for the Future'

The Catholic Charities 2016 annual appeal, the most significant annual fundraising effort in the Diocese of Cleveland, will hold a follow up in-pew appeal on the weekend of May 21-22 in all parishes throughout the Diocese.

Online live stream available to watch ordination of priests at cathedral on May 21

Most Reverend Richard Lennon, bishop, Diocese of Cleveland, will preside at the Rite of Ordination of Priests beginning at 10 a.m. Saturday, May 21 in the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland. All are welcome to attend. Please note:

Rose-Mary and Catholic Charities: Partners in building "Homes for Our Future"

Second in-pew appeal will be May 21-22 in all parishes at all Masses As Catholic Charities continues to transform its programs and services to meet the changing needs of Northeast Ohio, the 2016 annual appeal is taking a unique opportunity through the second in-pew appeal to inform parishioners of the vital ministry of Rose-Mary.

Deacon jubilarians celebrate at special liturgy, reception

Deacons who are celebrating the 35th, 30th, 25th, 20th

Sheffield Lake native to be ordained a Benedictine priest

Father Thomas (Walter) Sanders, OSB, will be ordained a priest by Bishop Roger Gries, OSB, in ceremonies at 10 a.m. on May 14 in St. Andrew Abbey Church, Cleveland. He will be the 17th ordained monk in the monastery, which is located behind Benedictine High School. Father Thomas will celebrate his first Mass at 3 p.m. May 15 at St. Thomas the Apos...