Who we are

  • We are a 501(c)(3) not-for-profit charitable organization dedicated to serving Priests and ordained.

  • We desire to expand awareness about this initiative while inviting the ac ve engagement of individuals and parish communities through hands-on assistance, prayerful support, and financial gifts.

  • We are motivated by a deep appreciation and love for our Priests who faithfully serve their parishioners and the needs of our Diocese.

Leadership

Board of Directors

Chris Crum, Chair
Lou Griffith, Vice-Chair
Len Barbe, Treasurer
Doug Byorth, Secretary
Robin Baxter
Debbie Christopher
Ryan DeAngelis
Grant Griffith
Chip Stalter
Janet Henderson

Role of Diocese

Bishop Earl Fernandez is supportive of our efforts to pray, discern and reach out for support from other organizations and Dioceses for this project. Our dedicated Board of Directors includes both laity and ordained. This is a private and independent effort that began in the Columbus Diocese.

Location

St. John’s Hermitage is nestled in the rolling hills and ravines of Mt. Vernon, Ohio, about 52 miles / 1 hours Northeast of downtown Columbus, OH. It is accessible within a couple hours' drive from all six Ohio Catholic Dioceses, being no more 150 miles from any corner of the state.

The property consists of just under 10 undeveloped acres surround the property with the possibility of acquiring that land. Internet and phone service is excellent on the property. The Hermitage is close enough to central Ohio for guests to drive in for fraternal activities such as going to a restaurant or movie theater. Several Catholic parishes are within a 15-mile radius of the Hermitage, and the northern and northeastern portions of Columbus contain more than 25 parishes.

 

Contact us

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