News of the Diocese

Special memorial Masses scheduled for Mother Angelica in Canton and Cleveland

Mother Angelica, founder of EWTN (Eternal Word Television Network), will be remembered in two memorial Masses, one in her hometown of Canton and one at the monastery where she began her vocation as a Poor Clare of Perpetual Adoration in Cleveland. Mother Angelica, as she was known to millions of viewers across the world, passed away from natural c...

Stipek named to assistant superintendent post for Catholic Diocese of Cleveland Schools

Will oversee diocesan schools in the Southern Region Margaret Lyons, secretary for catechetical formation and education, and superintendent of schools for the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland, announced that John Stipek will be the assistant superintendent for the Southern Region, effective with the 2016-2017 academic year.

Rose-Mary Center to open first ‘Home for our Future’ in Richmond Heights

A large, ranch house on Cary Jay Boulevard in Richmond Heights is ready to welcome its new residents. Six developmentally disabled youngsters, ages 12-17, will call this house their home, said Lena Chapin, director of development for Rose-Mary Center. Family members, friends and neighbors got a chance to see the home during an open house on April 8...

Local men gather to share their Catholic faith

Nearly 600 men from parishes across the Diocese of Cleveland participated

Jubilee Celebration for Religious - Postponed

Due to the weather forecast for Northern Ohio tonight and tomorrow, Bishop Lennon has decided to postpone Jubilee Celebration for Religious scheduled for Saturday, April 9 at the Center for Pastoral Leadership.

A model of faithfulness, courage and humility

Mary is the most famous woman in history Many people, including Pope Francis, have a special devotion to her. In fact, he began his first full day as pope with a Marian devotion. ?St. Anne and St. Joachim traditionally are believed to be Mary?s parents,? said Sister Helen Jean Novy, HM, vice president of mission for Magnificat High School in Rock...

Neophytes are welcomed to the Church at special liturgy

The newest members of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Cleveland, the neophytes, were invited to attend a special liturgy on April 2 at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist. Bishop Richard Lennon was principal celebrant of the Mass. During the homily, the bishop reflected on the readings which focused on believing and strengthening faith....