Reflections on my audience with the Holy Father, Pope Francis
Bishop Bonnar writes from Rome on celebrating Holy Mass at Saint Peter’s Basilica, followed by a private audience with the Holy Father, Pope Francis.
Bella Roma!
Bishop Bonnar writes about his experience at the Formation Course for New Bishops in Rome, and his upcoming meeting with Pope Francis.
Bishop Bonnar to meet with Pope Francis, after a week of formation for new bishops
On Monday, September 19, the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, will celebrate Holy Mass with the Holy Father, Pope Francis, at Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome.
Diocesan Mass for Life
Press Release | The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, will celebrate a diocesan Mass for Life on Saturday, October 1, at 5:00 p.m. in the Our Lady of Perpetual Help Chapel at Walsh University, 2020 East Maple Street, North Canton. All are invited to pray for a greater respect for human life at every stage and in all circumstances.
Diocese of Youngstown’s 11th Annual Faith and Family Festival
Press Release | The Eleventh Annual Faith & Family Festival of the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown will take place on Sunday, September 25, 2022 on the West Quad of Walsh University’s Campus, 2020 E. Maple St., North Canton.
Column | We are all in this together: Next steps for the Synod on Synodality
Bishop Bonnar: With the establishment of the Synod on Synodality, Pope Francis has reminded us that we are on a journey together. . . . Together we have a shared responsibility to embrace the mission and be part of meaningful dialogue in the Church and beyond.
Blessing of COVID Statue at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital
Bishop Bonnar: “The statue before us represents the sacrifices made by those in healthcare during an unprecedented and unusual time. Let us never forget the meaning of their work and ministry. Moreover, let us be grateful for them.”
First Friday Club | The Changing Face of the Parish
Bishop Bonnar: “But if we don’t change, we die. We can never ignore the fact that the Church is a dynamic reality always at the promptings of the Holy Spirit.”
Column | We need to be active participants in building up the Body of Christ
Bishop Bonnar: The National Eucharistic Revival has begun. This three-year initiative portends to be a grace-filled time in which we as a Church grow in reverence and appreciation of the real presence of Jesus in the holy Eucharist. As priests, we have a special responsibility to assist in this effort.
Very Rev. John-Michael Lavelle, Vicar for Missionary Discipleship, appointed Director of Stewardship and Development
Press Release | The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, has appointed the Very Rev. John-Michael Lavelle, D.Min., as Director of Stewardship and Development, effective September 1, 2022, in addition to his responsibilities as Vicar for Missionary Discipleship and Pastor of St. Michael Parish in Canfield. The appointment aligns the Office of Stewardship and Development within the Department of Missionary Discipleship
