News of the Diocese

Update: "Papacy and the Interregnum" was topic at Year of Faith Lecture Series at Cathedral - March 6

Most Reverend Richard Lennon, Bishop of Cleveland continued his "Year of Faith Lecture Series" on Wednesday, March 6 inside the Cathedral of Saint John the Evangelist.  His approximately twenty to thirty minute lecture began immediately after the conclusion of the noon Mass. Feb 20th - Watch the lecture portion of the presentation ...

Saint Joseph Academy announces new principal Mr. Jeff Sutliff

After an extensive search, Saint Joseph Academy is pleased to announce the selection of Mr. Jeff Sutliff as its next Principal.  Mr. Sutliff will be assuming his duties effective July 1, 2013. "Jeff Sutliff will bring tremendous assets to Saint Joseph Academy.  He is an accomplished career educator with a history of success as both an ad...

Year of Faith - Reflections of a woman religious during Lent

Five o?clock in the morning comes quickly. I try to spring out of bed, but it?s usually a roll. On days in which it is especially difficult to get up, the first thought in my mind is a prayer: ?For You, Jesus.? I often bump into something as I make my way through the monastery in the dark to the chapel, aided by the fact that I?m not fully awake. ...

Lenten Guide on Fasting, Abstinence and Fish Fry

The Catholic community observes meatless Fridays during the Season of Lent.  Many Catholic parishes thoughout the eight county Diocese of Cleveland offer Fish Fries and other meatless meals for their parish communities and the community at large.     Fasting and Abstinence From Eating MeatAsh Wednesday and Good Friday a...

February 2013 Diocesan Memorandum is now available

The February 2013 edition of the Diocesan Memorandum is now available. Click HERE to review the February 2013 Diocesan Memorandum option page.

Bereavement Support Groups - February 17

In the tradition of Catholic Cemeteries being places of prayer and comfort, the Catholic Cemeteries Association Bereavement Ministry invites you to spend some special time learning about the grief process and sharing your loss. We offer, free of charge, an open breavement support group session on Sunday, February 17, 2013 from 3:00 to 4:00 p.m. in...

Watch Video: "A Day in the Life of Catholic Charities" - 2013 Catholic Charities Annual Appeal

The 2013 Catholic Charities Annual Appeal is underway with an in-pew commitment process taking place this weekend February 9-10, 2013. View photos from the kick-off press conference All who have not received the mailing, or have not had a chance to respond to it, are asked to consider making a generous pledge to support the mini...