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The Light is On for You
On Wednesday, March 4, 2026, parishes throughout the Diocese of Youngstown will participate in the annual “The Light is ON for you – An Evening of Reconciliation.”
February 4, 2026
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Updated Contact Information for Diocesan Collections
Due to staffing changes at diocesan offices, the contact information for diocesan collections in 2026 have changed since they were released last Fall.
January 21, 2026
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Praise and Worship Nights for Vocations
Join us as we pray for an increase in vocations. For more information contact Fr. William Wainio in the Office of Church Vocations, wwainio@youngstowndiocese.org.
November 26, 2025
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ENCOUNTER Mercy: Diocesan Youth Convention 2026
ENCOUNTER 26 – Registration CLOSED – Check out the 2026 Recap Video HERE Join hundreds
November 20, 2025
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Religious Retirement Fund Collection (Bulletin Materials)
The Retirement Fund for Religious Appeal and Collection will take place in most parishes on November 23/24, 2025.
October 28, 2025
