Decree | February 19, 2026

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Bishop Bonnar decrees that all the schools and parish religious education programs in the Diocese of Youngstown shall adopt and implement the VIRTUS Empowering God’s Children® annual training program for all children and young people, effective immediately.

Empowering God’s Children®: Teaching Safety & Boundaries

The Diocese of Youngstown is implementing the Empowering God’s Children program across all parishes & schools to educate children and young people on boundaries and safety. Parents and guardians are invited to take an active role by using these resources.