Resources
Training for Level 1 Catechesis of the Good Shepherd June 8 – 12
St. Paul in North Canton will host Catechesis of the Good Shepherd Level 1 (ages 3 – 6) training in June
January 15, 2026
Category: Communique
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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.
December 17, 2025
Communique
Communique | January 2026
We welcome a new year full of hope, focused on Christ the newborn King.
December 17, 2025
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Eagle of the Cross 2026
The Eagle of the Cross award is given to outstanding juniors and seniors throughout the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown who exemplify particular zeal in their faith and ministry programs. Awardees are chosen annually by a team of youth ministers and DREs who judge nominations from counties in which they are not located. Up to 3 awards per county for parish involvement, and up to 2 awards per diocesan Catholic high school are awarded each year.
December 15, 2025
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Spectrum News 1 closings announcement system now available to churches
Spectrum News 1 has opened their closings and delays system to churches in the state of Ohio. Register on their website or contact Aaron Hepker at aaron.hepker@charter.com or 614-307-2703.
December 10, 2025
News
“Jubilee of Hope” Closing Mass to be Held at Saint Columba Cathedral on December 28
The Jubilee of Hope began on December 24, 2024 and concludes January 6, 2026
December 9, 2025
News
Columbiana County Merged Parishes to be Named “Saint Carlo Acutis”
The merger and new parish name are effective January 1, 2026
December 6, 2025
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Non-Discrimination Statement | Office of Catholic Schools
Schools in the Diocese of Youngstown admit students of any race, color, gender, and national or ethnic origin.
December 2, 2025
News
Diocese of Youngstown Announces New Merger in Columbiana County
This merger is effective January 1, 2026; a parish name is forthcoming
November 29, 2025
Resources
Recap: A Catholic Approach to AI in Communications
The DOY Department of Communications is here to provide additional training & technical support for diocesan offices, parishes, Catholic schools, and lay organizations.
November 26, 2025
