Erie faithful gather for mass with Bishop Persico honoring Pope Francis

Erie faithful gather for mass with Bishop Persico honoring Pope Francis

A sacred gathering allowed the community to come together to honor the late Pope Francis. Bishop Lawrence Persico of the Diocese of Erie hosted an official celebration for the repose of the soul of Pope Francis. It took place at Saint Peter Cathedral. Attendees prayed and reflected on the late pope's life and impact on catholicism around the world. The mass also served as an opportunity for the church to come together and pray before the cardina…

Bishop Konderla invites Diocese to pray for College of Cardinals

Bishop David Konderla of the Diocese of Tulsa and Eastern Oklahoma is inviting the public to attend a “Mass for the Election of a New Pope” on May 6 in anticipation of the beginning of the conclave selecting a new Pope on May 7.

Bishop Kenney: The Easter triduum can change an outlook on life

The Easter season plays a major role in Catholics’ encounters with joy and hope, and this Easter, with the death of Pope Francis, Bishop Kevin Kenney said, Catholics would do well to remember the pope’s life and how he lived the Gospel. “That’s what Jesus asks us to do, is to live the Gospel during these 50 days, to go forth and proclaim to others, to share the story of the resurrection today,” Bishop Kenney told Patrick Conley, host of the “Pra…

Each vicariate will host Mass in anticipation of the Conclave at 6 p.m., Tuesday, May 6.