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SEEK27

The Diocese of Columbus is excited to host SEEK27!

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Confirmation Age Change

The Diocese of Columbus is lowering the age of Confirmation so children can receive the gifts of the Holy Spirit earlier, helping them grow in faith and navigate the challenges of today’s world.

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OUR BISHOP

Bishop Earl K. Fernandes

The Most Reverend Earl K. Fernandes was ordained and installed as the 13th Bishop of the Diocese of Columbus on May 31, 2022. He holds a doctorate in moral theology from the Alphonsian Academy in Rome and serves on several USCCB committees and sub-committees.

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THE APPEAL

Together in Mission

Your gift to The Appeal empowers ministries, formation and outreach across 23 counties—help us live out our mission together.

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RPRF

Real Presence, Real Future

A three-year diocesan-wide consultative process that invited participation from clergy, lay ecclesial ministers, parish volunteers, and all the faithful. This initiative sets a course for the future of the Diocese of Columbus. Real Presence, Real Future ushers in a new spirit of attentiveness and attunement to the specific needs of our Catholic community.

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SEEK27

SEEK27

SEEK27 is coming back to Columbus – don’t wait to get your ticket!

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Bishop Fernandes Expresses Gratitude for the Rule Change for Visas

Bishop Fernandes Expresses Gratitude for the Rule Change for Visas

Bishop Fernandes issued a statement expressing his gratitude for the rule change for visas that will positively impact foreign-born clergy and religious.

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EVANGELIZATION

EVANGELIZATION

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VOCATIONS

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CATHOLIC SCHOOLS

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VICARIATE FOR CATHOLIC SOCIAL DOCTRINE
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- Bishop Earl K. Fernandes
- Bishop Earl K. Fernandes

“To be called to ministry, to be called even to be a disciple or a Christian, is a great grace. We should not have a sense of entitlement, but rather a sense of and spirit of true service of the Lord. ”

– Bishop Earl K. Fernandes

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Ethnic communities benefit from diocesan scholarships for SEEK
Ethnic communities benefit from diocesan scholarships for SEEK
January 20, 2026
Local news and events: Catholic Foundation scholarship applications now open
Local news and events: Catholic Foundation scholarship applications now open
January 20, 2026
The Catholic Times moving to all-digital reporting
The Catholic Times moving to all-digital reporting
January 21, 2026
Clergy assignments announced
Clergy assignments announced
January 20, 2026
Pray for unborn at Adoration in state capitol
Pray for unborn at Adoration in state capitol
January 17, 2026
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Upcoming Events

Mass for Candlemas and the World Day of Consecrated Life
Feb 1, 2026
Mass for Candlemas and the World Day of Consecrated Life

The Mass for Candlemas and the World Day of Consecrated Life is coming up on February 1st …

St. Joseph Cathedral
5:15 PM
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