Reflecting the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Welcome back to school for all students, families, catechists, and staff! This new school and program year is an opportunity for us to renew our faith by contemplating the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Quote of the Month
“The more than 100,000 faithful parishioners of our diocese continue to live a vibrant Eucharistic life, praying, celebrating Sacraments and practicing works of mercy and charity in a spirit of joy, peace, courage, hope and love.”
-Joan Lawson, diocesan Chancellor and Archivist in “The March of the Eucharist, 1951 to 2025” in The Catholic Echo Magazine’s special August 2025 issue: The March of the Eucharist Continues
Photo: Recession during Mass at St. Joseph Parish, Maximo. Credit: Ed Hall, Jr.
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Welcome to the Digital Communique!
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
For full list of bulletin announcements, please download the Text Only Attachments
The Communique collects important information provided by diocesan offices for parish ministry leaders. It also includes promotional materials for diocesan events and programs, where applicable.
Questions? Contact Meagen Farrell, Communications Manager, at communications@youngstowndiocese.org or (330) 744-8451 x275.
The printable format publication is sent by email as a PDF or Word file.
Announcements suitable or adaptable for parish bulletins are noted. Where applicable, links to attachments and graphic files are included for each office below: click to save/download the file.
Other Events & Shared Publicity
Events from around the diocese can also be found on The Catholic Echo Events Calendar. You can upload or find publicity for Catholic organizations outside of diocesan offices in our new Shared Publicity Folders. Anyone with the link can view these folders. If you are employed at a DOY-affiliated parish, school or lay organization, you can request Editor access to upload publicity materials.
- September 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/sept2025sharedoy
- October 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/oct2025sharedoy
- November 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/nov2025sharedoy
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Divine Mercy Chaplet | Fridays, Alternating Diocesan Cemeteries
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast
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Return Your CRS Rice Bowl
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New Episode of Wineskins
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Chancery
Click the name of the office to read the announcement titles, and click the headlines for more information. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- La enseñanza de los límites y la seguridad—Empoderamiento de los Hijos de Dios® – La Diócesis de Youngstown está implementando el programa Proteger a los Hijos de Dios(TM) en todas sus parroquias y escuelas para educar a niños y jóvenes sobre los límites y la seguridad. Se invita a los padres y tutores a participar activamente utilizando estos recursos.
- 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.
- Safe Environment Materiales de Boletín (in Spanish) – The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.
- Safe Environment Bulletin Announcements (in English) – The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.
- Upcoming Events with Bishop Bonnar (Bulletin Materials) – Bulletin materials available for upcoming events with Bishop Bonnar.
- 2027 Diocesan Collections Announced – The 2027 schedule of diocesan collections are now available and have been sent to parishes and envelope companies.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Safe Environment Bulletin Announcements (Bulletin Materials | Materiales de Boletín)
The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.
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JUBILEE 2025 EVENTS, ANNOUNCEMENTS & RESOURCES
- 2026 Marriage Preparation Formation Opportunities – The Diocese of Youngstown has updated their 2026 dates for Marriage Preparation Engaged Couple Retreats.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Marriage Preparation Retreat Days on September 6 or October 25 (Bulletin Materials)
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25th, 40th, 50th and over Wedding Anniversary Celebration in Canton on 10/26 (Bulletin Materials)
Registration forms with Pastor’s signature due to parishes by September 26th.
Visit doy.org/jobs to see a full listings of current openings. Click the category to view recent postings, and click the title to view details for each listing. Questions? Contact Matthew Hazi, Human Resources Director, at mhazi@youngstowndiocese.org.
- Administrative Assistant- Office of Catholic Schools, Youngstown (3/9/2026)
- Administrative Assistant – The Catholic Echo (11/25/2025)
- Financial Services Secretary (11/4/2025)
- Coordinator of Religious Education | St. Dominic Church (Youngstown) (12/9/2025)
- Facilities Worker | Holy Family Parish (Navarre & Brewster) (10/21/2025)
- Music Director | St. Dominic Church (Youngstown) (9/15/2025)
- St. Jude, St. Patrick, Our Lady of Lourdes Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry (8/12/2025)
- Bookkeeper & Human Resource Officer (PT) | Trumbull North Catholic Community (3/17/2025)
- Regional Youth Minister (FT) | Portage County South Parishes (7/18/2024)
- Facilities and Grounds Worker – Christ Our Savior Parish, Struthers (11/27/2023)
- Administrative Assistant- Office of Catholic Schools, Youngstown (3/9/2026)
- Social Studies Teacher – John F. Kennedy Upper Campus, Warren (3/9/2026)
- Third Grade Teacher – St. James School, Waynesburg (3/5/2026)
- High School Math Teacher – St. John School, Ashtabula (3/2/2026)
- High School Science Teacher – St. John School, Ashtabula (3/2/2026)
- Fifth & Sixth Grade Science and Health Teacher – St. Michael Elementary School, Canton (3/2/2026)
- Second Grade Teacher – Our Lady of Peace School, Canton (2/27/2026)
- First Grade Teacher – Our Lady of Peace School, Canton (2/27/2026)
- School Secretary – St. Joan of Arc School, Canton (2/25/2026)
- Physical Education Teacher – St. Joan of Arc School, Canton (2/25/2026)
- Attendance Secretary – Central Catholic School, Canton (2/17/2026)
- Science Teacher – Central Catholic School, Canton (2/17/2026)
- Theology Teacher – Central Catholic High School, Canton (2/17/2026)
- School Secretary – Holy Family School, Youngstown (2/17/2026)
- Spanish or Italian Teacher (part time) – Holy Family Catholic School, Poland (2/13/2026)
- Girls Varsity Volleyball Coach – John F. Kennedy Catholic School, Warren (2/13/2026)
- Principal – Regina Coeli Elementary School, Alliance (2/11/2026)
- PreK Teacher – St. Mary Elementary School, Massillon (2/10/2026)
- Full Time French Teacher – Cardinal Mooney High School, Youngstown (2/6/2026)
- Full Time Italian Teacher – Cardinal Mooney High School, Youngstown (2/6/2026)
- Director of Stewardship & Development | Holy Family Parish & School (Stow) (2/18/2026)
- Principal | Holy Family School (Stow) (2/12/2026)
- Business Teacher | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (2/12/2026)
- Intervention Specialist | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (2/12/2026)
- Mathematics Teacher | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (2/12/2026)
- Administrative Assistant – The Catholic Echo (11/25/2025)
- Villa Maria Worship Coordinator – Sisters of the Humility of Mary – Program Director (11/25/2025)
- Financial Services Secretary (11/4/2025)
- Director of Faith Formation | St. Joseph Pillar of Families Parish (Shelby County, OH) (10/14/2025)
- Director of Liturgy, Worship and Music | St. Joseph Pillar of Families Parish (Shelby County, OH) (10/14/2025)
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Voice of Hope Dinner – Save the Date – The Voice of Hope annual event celebrates the unity and identity of Catholic Charities’ Services in the Diocese of Youngstown, and raises funds to support our Basic Needs Assistance program.
- Catholic Relief Services – Rice Bowl Collection – CRS Rice Bowl—Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten faith-in-action program—invites us to reflect on how caring for our neighbor is caring for Christ.
- February is National Black History Month – February is National Black History Month and provides an opportunity to highlight the National Black Catholic Congress.
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Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County
Volunteers Needed – Join Us in Service and Fellowship! (Bulletin Materials)**
We are actively seeking volunteers to assist with office tasks and upcoming fundraising events in Ashtabula, Ohio during regular office hours. This is a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community, meet new people, and enjoy fellowship and fun while making a meaningful impact.
If you’re interested in sharing your time and talents, please contact us by calling 440-992-2121 – Or, send an email to charities@youngstowndiocese.org.
We’d love to have you join us!
Come and lend a hand! Help others by directly fulfilling just one of the many ways we assist clients in need.
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Office of Peace & Justice: Care for Creation Webinar Series
The Creation Care Team has published an Action Plan for the Diocese of Youngstown. A free webinar series will explore the individual sections and their relevance for diocesan entities. For further information contact R.J. Mangan, Director of Peace and Justice, at 330-744-8451 x245 or rmangan@youngstowndiocese.org.
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
- Save-the-Dates: Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministry Events in 2026 – Save these dates, and check in periodically for an updated list of events!
- Theology on Tap – Theology on Tap is an invitation to young adults (18-39) to delve deeper in their faith and in community with other members of the Church.
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
- Chrism Mass-March 31, 2026 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on March 31, 2026 at St. Columba Cathedral. Choir members are invited to sing, and priests to concelebrate; please notify the Office of Worship. The Mass will be livestreamed at catholicecho.org/live and the deadline to sponsor filming is 3/16.
- The Catholic Echo Podcast Topics: March 2026 – Join us for a biweekly discussion of your burning spiritual questions. For more information about the Catholic Echo Podcast topics, visit catholicecho.org/podcast.
- Wineskins Schedule: February & March 2026 – “Wineskins” features reflections on the lives of the saints and the sacred scriptures, along with thoughts on a variety of topics and issues from a Catholic perspective.
- Rejoicing with the Church: Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen to be Beatified – Pope Leo XIV has announced the next step towards Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification. Look for content on social media and from The Catholic Echo podcast about Archbishop Sheen’s legacy as National Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies USA (TPMS) from 1950 to 1966, and an international media figure.
- Catholic Social Media Platform – The recorded Catholic Social Media platform webinar was recorded. Read more for a link tot he recording or highlights. DOY is now making suggested content available from Catholic Charities Diocese of Youngstown, The Pontifical Mission Societies, OSV News and #iGiveCatholic.
- Rejoicing with the Church: Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen to be Beatified – Pope Leo XIV has announced the next step towards Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification. Look for content on social media and from The Catholic Echo podcast about Archbishop Sheen’s legacy as National Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies USA (TPMS) from 1950 to 1966, and an international media figure.
- Parish Directory Updates – Please note recent changes to merged parish web addresses, offices, and other directory updates.
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Wineskins & The Catholic Echo Podcast (Bulletin Materials)**
Learn more at catholicecho.org/podcast
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CALL FOR RECIPES! (Bulletin Materials)**
The Catholic Echo magazine would like to feature your favorite recipes in an upcoming print edition! All recipes are welcome. For more information or to submit a recipe, email catholicecho@youngstowndiocese.org.
Catholic Echo logos are included on the DOY Brand page: doy.org/brand
Clergy and Religious Services
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Chrism Mass-March 31, 2026 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on March 31, 2026 at St. Columba Cathedral. Choir members are invited to sing, and priests to concelebrate; please notify the Office of Worship. The Mass will be livestreamed at catholicecho.org/live and the deadline to sponsor filming is 3/16.
- Praise and Worship Nights for Vocations – Join us as we pray for an increase in vocations. For more information contact Fr. William Wainio in the Office of Church Vocations, wwainio@youngstowndiocese.org.
- 2026 Vocations Bulletin Blurbs & Intercessions – Cycle A (Bulletin Materials) – Please use these weekly reflections to help promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life in your parish community and school.
- Parish Vocation Ministry & Called By Name Initiative – The Office of Church Vocations is sponsoring “Called By Name” on the weekend of January 24 & 25, 2026 and has provided materials for parishes to publicize this initiative. Contact the Office of Vocations at vocations@youngstowndiocese.org.
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Vocations Intercessions and Bulletin Blurbs (Bulletin Materials)**
Watch our social media for more updates.
Vocations Social Media
- Website: www.doy.org/vocations/
- Facebook: doyvocations
- Instagram: doyvocations
Development and Stewardship Offices
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- News About the Appeal: Commitment Weekends reaching 25%! – Fr. John-Michael Lavelle emails updates on individual parishes’ performance on the Appeal. This information is also posted at doy.org/appeal under “Parish Toolkit and Updates.”
- Dec 2025-Mar 2026 Stewardship Bulletin Thoughts (Bulletin Materials | Materiales de Boletín) – It is recommended that every week, in every parish, a stewardship reflection should be included in the weekly bulletin.
- Rejoicing with the Church: Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen to be Beatified – Pope Leo XIV has announced the next step towards Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen’s beatification. Look for content on social media and from The Catholic Echo podcast about Archbishop Sheen’s legacy as National Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies USA (TPMS) from 1950 to 1966, and an international media figure.
Annual Diocesan Appeal Updates
Fr. John-Michael Lavelle has been emailing updates on individual parishes’ performance on the Appeal. This information is also posted at www.doy.org/appeal under “Parish Toolkit and Updates.”
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Summer 2025 Stewardship Bulletin Thoughts (Bulletin Materials | Materiales del Boletín)
It is recommended that every week, in every parish, a stewardship reflection should be included in the weekly bulletin.
Pastoral and Educational Services
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Lifelong Learning: Courses For Adults in March 2026 – All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith and learn more about our Catholic Church. There are courses offered online and in-person.
- Let us Pray for Lay Ecclesial Ministry and for Persons With Disabilities – Parishes are encouraged to utilize these to add to Universal Prayers this weekend, and prayer groups are encouraged to pray for persons facing challenges, as well as for increased vocations to lay ministry.
- March is Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month – Our diocesan library offers adaptive learning kits for sacramental preparation and catechesis.
- Welcome to Catechesis: Introduction to the Church’s Vision of Catechesis – Welcome to Catechesis: A Four-Session Online Introduction to the Church’s Vision of Catechesis from NCCL
- Upcoming Training for Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd – St. Paul in North Canton will host Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 (ages 3 – 6) training in June
- Library in the Diocesan Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry, plus Catechist Cafe’ website (Bulletin Materials)- Updated – Our diocesan library is open to everyone. We have resources for personal reflection, small group study, families, as well as age-level faith formation. Visit any time between 8AM – 4PM, Monday – Friday at 225 Elm Street, Youngstown. We also share resource ideas and links online on our Catechist Cafe’ website.
- Library in the Diocesan Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry – (Bulletin Materials) – Our diocesan library is open to everyone. We have resources for small group study, families, as well as age-level faith formation. Visit any time between 8AM – 4PM, Monday – Friday.
- The Light is On for You – On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, parishes throughout the Diocese of Youngstown will participate in the annual “The Light is ON for you – An Evening of Reconciliation.”
- Chrism Mass-March 31, 2026 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on March 31, 2026 at St. Columba Cathedral. Choir members are invited to sing, and priests to concelebrate; please notify the Office of Worship. The Mass will be livestreamed at catholicecho.org/live and the deadline to sponsor filming is 3/16.
- Cathedral Organ Concert Series – 2026 Dates (Bulletin Materials) – We are glad to feature some incredible artistry from around the diocese and beyond who will be participating in the organ concert series for the Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown, Ohio.
- Chrism Mass-March 31, 2026 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on March 31, 2026 at St. Columba Cathedral. Choir members are invited to sing, and priests to concelebrate; please notify the Office of Worship. The Mass will be livestreamed at catholicecho.org/live and the deadline to sponsor filming is 3/16.
- Upcoming Parish Music Events (Bulletin Materials) – Join us for live music events at: 2/21 6pm Black History Month Concert at the Cathedral, 2/28 Duo Beaux Arts at St Blaise Parish (St Joseph Church) in Austintown, Lenten Organ Series every Wed. at Noon from 2/25 to 3/25 at Divine Mercy Parish (St Joseph Church) in Massillon, and see upcoming dates for the 2026 Cathedral Concert Series.
- Cathedral Organ Concert Series – 2026 Dates (Bulletin Materials) – We are glad to feature some incredible artistry from around the diocese and beyond who will be participating in the organ concert series for the Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown, Ohio.
- Save-the-Dates: Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministry Events in 2026 – Save these dates, and check in periodically for an updated list of events!
- Theology on Tap – Theology on Tap is an invitation to young adults (18-39) to delve deeper in their faith and in community with other members of the Church.
- Diocese of Youngstown Celebrates Catholic Schools Week January 25th-January 31 – The annual celebration includes a variety of events running from January 25-31
- Catholic Schools Week 2026: CCO Resources for 2026 EdChoice Campaign (Bulletin Materials) – The Catholic Conference of Ohio has compiled resources which Catholic parishes and schools may share during Catholic Schools Week, or anytime, to highlight EdChoice scholarships that make Catholic education more affordable.
- Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) Marketing Toolkit (Bulletin Materials) – Ohio taxpayers can reduce their 2025 state tax return through a donation to the Good Samaritan Scholarship up to $750 per individual or $1500 married filing jointly. DOY maintains this Scholarship Granting Organization (SGO) and distributes it to families based on financial need. Leading up to Catholic Schools Week, parishes & schools are encouraged to use the SGO Marketing toolkit to promote their local Catholic schools.
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The Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry is now on social media! Please give it a like and follow!
Miscellaneous
The Necrology (In Memoriam) for Diocesan Clergy is now available online!
Many thanks to Robalyne Sciubba for keeping the printable Necrology updated.
Gratitude to Rev. Joseph Ruggieri who has created a Google calendar to help you pray by date.
Diocesan Cemeteries (Bulletin Materials)
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Rosary at the Cemetery Chapel on the 1st Wednesday at 10am (Bulletin Materials) – Pray the Rosary on the first Wednesday of the month at 10:00am in the Chapel of any of our four Diocesan Cemeteries.
- Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Bulletin Materials) – Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services offers the Chaplet of Divine Mercy Prayer Service in the chapels of our four Cemeteries at 3:00p.m. every Friday at alternating locations.
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Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Fridays at 3pm (Bulletin Materials)
Rosary at Four Diocesan Cemeteries (Bulletin Materials)
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Other Events
FAQ: Where do I send my announcements?
You are invited to submit events and announcements for The Catholic Echo to Editor-in-Chief Katie Wagner at kwagner@youngstowndiocese.org.
Are you planning a parish music event? Please contact/copy Diocesan Director of Music Ralph Holtzhauser at rholtzhauser@youngstowndiocese.org.
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Shared Publicity Folders -UPDATED LINKS
Catholic parishes, schools, and lay organizations are invited to share your flyers, images, and bulletin announcements using Google Drive. All @youngstowndiocese.org emails should have access to these folders, and others can request access on a case-by-case basis. We will respond to all requests within one business day and appreciate your patience.
- Sept 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/sept2025sharedoy
- Oct 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/oct2025sharedoy
- Nov 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/nov2025sharedoy
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