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Press Release | The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, has appointed the Very Rev. John-Michael Lavelle, D.Min., as Director of Stewardship and Development, effective September 1, 2022, in addition to his responsibilities as Vicar for Missionary Discipleship and Pastor of St. Michael Parish in Canfield. The appointment aligns the Office of Stewardship and Development within the Department of Missionary Discipleship

Press Release | The Diocese of Youngstown is pleased to announce the promotion of Christine Jickess to Director of Accounting and Financial Reporting for the Diocese of Youngstown, effective September 1, 2022.

Press Release | The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, has appointed Mr. Ralph Holtzhauser as Diocesan Director of Music and Cathedral Musician, effective September 6, 2022.

The Diocese of Youngstown offers new courses for adults seeking to deepen their understanding of their faith and Catholic Church practice.

Press Release | The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, has appointed Rev. Donald King as Interim President of Stark County Catholic Schools. He is working with the leadership of both St. Thomas Aquinas and Central Catholic high schools to identify strengths and opportunities.

Press Release | Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown announces the hiring of Robert (R.J.) Mangan to the newly-created position of Director of Peace and Justice. He began his tenure with Catholic Charities on July 25, 2022.

Press Release | After a period of consultation and prayer, the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, announces the new name of Our Lady of Hope Parish in Andover and Kinsman.

Servant of God Rhoda Wise was a Canton woman of heroic virtue and holiness who died in 1948. Her life is under investigation for possible Beatification and Canonization.