2026 Bishop’s Luncheon
The Most Reverend Edward C. Malesic, Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland
We are sold out–get on our waitlist here!
“The State of the Diocese of Cleveland”
This unique event brings together Catholics of all ages from throughout our diocese for fellowship and to hear from our Bishop, the Most Reverend Edward Malesic. This annual occasion is not to be missed! As part of this event, the 2026 Heart of a Servant Award will be presented to the Sisters of Charity of St. Augustine.
Thursday, February 5, 2026, 11:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. (Doors open at 11:00)
Join the wait list here–we are likely to have some individual seats available
click here to view press release announcing Bishop’s luncheon
THANK YOU to our 2026 Sacred Heart Sponsors!
We are truly blessed and grateful to have FOUR organizations step forward to sponsor at the Sacred Heart sponsorship level. Thank you to:
Sacred Heart Sponsor, 2026 Bishop’s Luncheon
Sacred Heart Sponsor, 2026 Bishop’s Luncheon
Sacred Heart Sponsor, 2026 Bishop’s Luncheon
Sacred Heart Sponsor, 2026 Bishop’s Luncheon
View all sponsors on our Club Support page
Join us on Thursday, March 5, for a timely topic!
Catholic Women’s Colleges: Negotiating an Identity for the Future
Dr. Kathryn LaFontana, Sr Vice President for Academic Affairs & Provost, Ursuline College
Dr. Kathryn LaFontana is a seasoned academic leader in her 30th year in Catholic higher education, with expertise in mission-focused strategic planning, new program development, data-informed decision-making, and innovative instructional technology solutions. She came to Ursuline in 2017 from The College of New Rochelle, where she served in academic leadership roles over her six-year tenure. Widely published in academic journals, the former Sacred Heart University psychology professor has more than two dozen peer-reviewed presentations and publications and is the 2024 recipient of the Collegium Visionary Award. She has a doctorate in social psychology from the University of Connecticut.
Doors open at 11:00 a.m. – Connect with other attendees!
Buffet Opens at 11:30 a.m.
Program begins at 12:00 noon
Program Concludes at 1:00 p.m.
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