Bishop Bonnar Messages
Catholic Church observes Feast of Our Lady of Lourdes, World Day of the Sick on February 11
February 11, marks the thirty-second “World Day of the Sick”
February 5, 2024
Category: Bishop Bonnar Messages
Bishop Bonnar Messages
Bishops Letter on Abortion Ballot Initiative | Catholic Conference of Ohio
Catholic Conference of Ohio: “We, the Catholic Bishops of Ohio, stand with you, our faithful, in our commitment in the name of the Lord of Life, to each human person from conception to natural death.”
March 1, 2023
Bishop Bonnar Messages
Jesus gets right to the heart of the matter
February is National Heart Month. It is an intentional time to draw attention to the organ of our heart and all the relationships therein.
February 11, 2023
Bishop Bonnar Messages
February offers more than you think
The cold barrenness of February can be so deceiving. While outside it appears that life and growth has halted momentarily, do not be misled.
January 27, 2023
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.”
January 18, 2023
Bishop Bonnar Messages
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.”
January 18, 2023
Bishop Bonnar Messages
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.
January 4, 2023
Bishop Bonnar Messages
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.
December 23, 2022
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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.”
December 13, 2022
Bishop Bonnar Messages
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!”
December 9, 2022
