News of the Diocese

Father Anthony Suso installed by bishop as new St. Columbkille pastor

?On the occasion of my installation as pastor, I am filled with great joy. Excited about our future together, it is my hope that our lives speak clearly to the defined mission of our Catholic Church: evangelization,? Father Anthony Suso said at his April 28 installation as the new pastor of St. Columbkille Parish in Parma. ?Jesus entrusted his mis...

May/June issue of Northeast Ohio Catholic is on the way

Watch your mailbox for the new issue of Northeast Ohio Catholic magazine, which is being mailed in a poly bag along with a special 16-page capstone publication wrapping up the diocesan Rooted in Faith

Cardinal Rosa Chavez of El Salvador honored by COAR during diocesan visit

During his weekend visit to the Diocese of Cleveland April 27-29, Cardinal Gregorio Rosa Chavez concelebrated the ordination liturgy for nine transitional deacons, participated in a Welcoming the Stranger meeting, celebrated Mass, visited a parish and received an award from the diocesan COAR Peace Mission (Community of Oscar A. Romero) for his many...

Nine men ordained transitional deacons in first spring ordination

History was made in the Diocese of Cleveland on April 27 when nine men were ordained as transitional deacons at the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist, the first such springtime ordination. Previously, transitional deacons

Bishop Perez to celebrate ordination Masses for priests, deacons

Sixteen men are answering calls to serve as priests and deacons in the Diocese of Cleveland this spring. Three liturgies will take place: transitional deacon ordination, 7 p.m. April 27; permanent deacon ordination, 10 a.m. May 5 and priestly ordination, 10 a.m. May 19, all in the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in downtown Cleveland. Bishop ...

Priestly vocations remain strong in Diocese of Cleveland

With nearly 80 young men in formation for the priesthood at Borromeo and Saint Mary seminaries, the Diocese of Cleveland is blessed, according to Bishop Nelson Perez and seminary officials. In remarks made at the recent Bishop?s Brunch, a major fundraiser for the seminaries, the bishop said he finds the Church of Cleveland to be spirit-filled. ?Yo...

Greater than Heroin collaborates with National Drug Take Back Day to help fight addiction epidemic

Many communities and organizations are partnering with law enforcement agencies for National Drug Take Back Day, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. April 28. The goal is to help reduce the amount of unneeded, unused and expired prescription drugs that often are found in homes. The program offers a way to properly dispose of these unwanted medications and to help pr...