As of today, we have pledges and gifts totaling $4,013,378 for the Annual Diocesan Appeal: One in Hope, One in Mission. This is the second year in a row that we have met and exceeded the goal of $4,000,000. Special thanks to the 33 parishes who have also met and surpassed their parish goal. Even though we have met the goal, there are still a few weeks remaining to encourage those who have not yet made a gift to do so. We know how challenging times have been for people, especially those already living in poverty. Every dollar makes a huge difference in our ability to provide much needed assistance to our brothers and sisters in need, and to extend the mission and ministry of the Church to the faithful. A special shout out to our Appeal team – Matt Pecchia, Michael Houy, Darlene Wilms, and our newest member, Andrea Taddei. Also, thank you to Peggy McMahon, who although enjoying retirement, was a big part of the beginning of this year’s Appeal, and so many years prior. Additionally, thank you to Katie Ostgren and our partners at PSG for all their assistance. As we celebrate the Immaculate Conception today, may we always heed the words of our Mother at the Wedding Feast of Cana, and do whatever Jesus is asking of us – especially in our care for the poor. Again, thank you for all you are doing to promote and encourage participation in the Annual Diocesan Appeal. In the name of Bishop Bonnar and all who are served by your generosity and support, thank you and God bless you, Father Jack Lavelle –
Priests and Diocesan Pastoral Associate – Please make sure to save the date for the 2026 Appeal KickOff Luncheon at Saint Michael in Canfield on Tuesday, January 27, 2026 at 11:30am.
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See progress by parish (12/10/25) in this report. –
Congratulations to the 33 parishes who have met and surpassed their goal:
Christ the Servant Parish, Canton
Corpus Christi Parish, Conneaut
Divine Mercy Parish, Massillon
Holy Family Parish, Poland
Holy Spirit Parish, Uniontown
Immaculate Conception Parish, Ravenna
Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, East Palestine
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, Aurora
Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, McDonald
Our Lady of Sorrows Parish, Youngstown
Queen of the Holy Rosary Parish, Vienna
Regina Coeli Parish, Alliance
Saint Agatha Mission, West Point
Saint Ambrose Parish, Garrettsville
Saint Andrew Bobola Parish, Kingsville
Saint Ann Parish, Sebring
Saint Columba Cathedral Parish, Youngstown
Saint Francis of Assisi Parish, Canton
Saint George Parish, Lisbon
Saint Joan of Arc Parish, Streetsboro
Saint John Neumann Parish, Mogadore & Rootstown
Saint John the Evangelist Parish, Summitville
Saint Joseph Parish, Mantua
Saint Mary Parish, Mineral Ridge
Saint Mary/Saint Joseph, Newton Falls
Saint Michael Parish, Canfield
Saint Michael the Archangel Parish, Canton
Saint Patrick Parish, Kent
Saint Patrick Parish, Leetonia
Saint Paul Parish, North Canton
Saint Paul Parish, Salem
Saint Robert Bellarmine Parish, Cortland
University Parish Newman Center, Kent
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Thank you again for your continued support of the Annual Diocesan Appeal, and the many ministries it supports. We also recognize the following parishes that are above 85% of their goal:
Guardian Angels Parish, Canton
Holy Family Parish, Navarre & Brewster
Little Flower Parish, Canton
Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Parish, Lowellville
Our Lady of the Lakes Parish, North Jackson & Lake Milton
Saints Philip & James Parish, Canal Fulton
Saint Blaise Parish, Austintown
Saint Isidore Parish, Louisville
Saint James Parish, Waynesburg
Saint Joseph Calasanctius Parish, Jefferson
Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish, Warren
Saint William Parish, Champion
