Bishop Bonnar Messages
Decree | Catholic Schools Week
Bishop Bonnar: “Catholic schools are an ideal choice for families who want to invest in their children’s education and help them become their best selves.”
Letter to the Faithful | World Marriage Day
Bishop Bonnar: “If you are currently living in a union not blessed by the Church, […] I encourage you to meet with your parish priest, deacon, or parish leader to initiate the validation process.”
Bishop Bonnar’s Homily for the Memorial Masses for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Memorial Masses were held at St. Paul’s in North Canton and St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown on January 3 & 4, 2023.
Christmas Greeting from Bishop David J. Bonnar
Bishop Bonnar: “Christmas is not about just being spectators at the creche, but participants in a loving relationship with Jesus Christ.” Illustrated with photos from parish nativities.
Remarks | The Meeting of Two Bishops: East and West
Bishop Bonnar: “[T]he Church is more than just bricks and mortar, but people. We need to do a better job building that sense of community.”
Column | Vision, Voices, and Visits of Advent
Bishop Bonnar: “[W]elcome the many visitations that are part of these days, because you just might be in the presence of a prophet, or better yet, Christ himself. Happy Advent!”