All those who serve as a leader in parish ministry around the diocese are invited to our annual ADVENT RETREAT DAY on Wednesday, December 2, 2026 at the Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center. The retreat will take place from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. and is only $20 per person* which will include morning refreshments, lunch, and the sessions with Sr. Margaret Marzal, H.M
An Ethical Trade/Equal Exchange and Gifts from the Holy Land display will provide an opportunity to purchase unique gifts, jewelry, and decorations from economically just and environmentally sound creators and producers. (Cash and checks accepted.) During lunch, the Villa Maria gift shop wo;; also be open for your shopping enjoyment.
Contact Cindee Case in the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry, ccase@youngstowndiocese.org for a registration form and with any questions.
*Pre-registered Parish Ministers have no charge. But feel free to invite your fellow ministry leaders for only $20 each.
