A Season of Fellowship
August is full of festivals, fellowship, fundraisers, and food from many international traditions. Celebrate the variety of cultures and communities that make up our Catholic Diocese of Youngstown.
Welcome to the Digital Communique!
The Communique collects important information provided by diocesan offices for parish ministry leaders. It also includes promotional materials for diocesan events and programs, where applicable.
Questions? Contact Meagen Farrell, Communications Manager, at communications@youngstowndiocese.org or (330) 744-8451 x275.
The printable format publication is sent by email as a Word file. Attachments are now provided as downloadable files in one folder (including the printable version):
- August Communique Attachments Folder (contains printable version, text-only version, images & flyers): https://bit.ly/aug2024comm
- Video: How to Save Communique Attachments https://youtu.be/IAs-FGa6hrQ
Announcements suitable or adaptable for parish bulletins are noted. Where applicable, links to attachments and graphic files are included for each office below: click to save/download the file.
Other Events & Shared Publicity
Events from around the diocese can also be found on The Catholic Echo Events Calendar. You can upload or find publicity for Catholic organizations outside of diocesan offices in our new Shared Publicity Folders. All at youngstowndiocese dot org emails have access to these folders, and others can request access.
- August 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/aug2024sharedoy
- September 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/sept2024sharedoy
- October 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/oct2024sharedoy
Quote of the Month
““Do you realise that Jesus is there in the tabernacle expressly for you -for you alone? He burns with the desire to come into your heart.” -Saint Therese of Lisieux
Photo (above): Very Rev. John Sheridan, Most Rev. David J. Bonnar and Very Rev. David Misbrener concelebrating at the Annual Mass for the Cause of Rhoda Wise, June 28, 2024 by Bob Rossiter.
For more Catholic inspiration, connect with the Diocese of Youngstown and The Catholic Echo on Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and YouTube.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
For full list of bulletin announcements, please download the Text Only Attachments
Image and PDF files are available in the monthly Google Drive attachments folder: bit.ly/aug2024comm
Chancery
Click the name of the office to read the announcement titles, and click the headlines for more information. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- April: Child Abuse Prevention Month (Bulletin Materials) – All Catholic parishes, schools, and families are encouraged to recognize National Child Abuse Prevention Month in April. Here are some resources to support your prayerful participation.
- Safe Environment Materiales de Boletín (in Spanish) – The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.
- Safe Environment Bulletin Announcements (in English) – The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.
- Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic on June 30, 2025 (Bulletin Materials) – The Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic, benefiting Seminarian Formation and other needs is scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025 at The Lake Club. Sponsorships due June 18, 2025.
- Upcoming Hispanic Ministry Events – Fe y Vida Training, 2025 Dates: March 1, and May 17 from 9:00 to 6:00 PM; Third Hispanic Summit with Bishop Bonnar on March 22, 2025. All at Immaculate Conception Social Hall in Ravenna.
- Upcoming Events with Bishop Bonnar (Bulletin Materials) – Bulletin materials available for upcoming events with Bishop Bonnar.
- Official Decree | February 4, 2025 – The Most Rev. David J. Bonnar has designated four Sacred Jubilee Sites for pious pilgrimage or visit in 2025: the Cathedral of St. Columba (Youngstown), Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Basilica (Youngstown), Basilica of St. John the Baptist (Canton) and Poor Clare Nuns of Perpetual Adoration (Canton).
- Catholic Men’s Conference (Bulletin Materials) – Bulletin materials available for upcoming Catholic Men’s Conference including Mass with Bishop Bonnar.
- Good Friday Collection for the Holy Land (Bulletin Materials) – The Good Friday Collection will be held April 18, 2025. This Pontifical Collection supports Christians in the Holy Land.
- Deanery Workshops About Parish Records & Archives – There will be deanery workshops in late February about parish records and archives. Questions? Contact Joan Lawson at 330-744-8451 x290, or email jlawson@youngstowndiocese.org.
- Lenten Regulations – The Season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop – Reservations are due by February 14
- Upcoming Hispanic Ministry Events – Fe y Vida Training, 2025 Dates: March 1, and May 17 from 9:00 to 6:00 PM; Third Hispanic Summit with Bishop Bonnar on March 22, 2025. All at Immaculate Conception Social Hall in Ravenna.
- A New Light Shines on an Old Prayer: Ember Days – This year, the Ember Days of spring would be March 12th, 14th and 15th, 2025. This is an opportunity to give thanks, fast and pray to acknowledge God’s gift of earth’s bounty.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Safe Environment Bulletin Announcements (Bulletin Materials | Materiales de Boletín)
The attached bulletin announcement regarding education, screening, reporting, and victim assistance, should be included bi-monthly (every two months) in all parish bulletins.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Statewide Eucharistic Pilgrimage to Carey, OH, August 14 (Bulletin Materials)**
In this month’s attachment folder, find bulletin/newsletter materials, flyer, poster, social media images and instructions to promote this upcoming Eucharistic Pilgrimage to Carey, Ohio.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Sancta Clara Family Picnic (Canton) on August 11 (Bulletin Materials)**
Find out more at:
https://www.poorclares.org/upcoming-events/2024/8/11/sancta-clara-family-picnic
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Catholic Masses at County Fairs in August and September (Bulletin Materials)**
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59th Annual Assumption Pilgrimage in North Jackson, OH (Bulletin Materials)**
The Maronite Catholic community welcomes you to the Shrine Basilica in North Jackson, Ohio, on August 13-15 and 18, 2024 for our pilgrimage themed “The Mother of God, A Gift to Us” in honor of Our Lady of Lebanon. On Tuesday, August 13th at 7:00 p.m., Bishop David Bonnar will preside at the Divine Roman Rite Liturgy.
Find out more at:
https://www.poorclares.org/upcoming-events/2024/8/11/sancta-clara-family-picnic
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Adoration Under the Stars (Light of the World) on September 8 (Bulletin Materials)**
Join us along with Bishop David J. Bonnar for an evening of worship, prayer, reflection, grace, and healing at St. Joan of Arc Parish (Streetsboro).
Find out more at:
- Marriage Preparation Engaged Couple Retreat Day (Bulletin Materials) – The next diocesan-sponsored one-day marriage preparation retreat days for engaged couples will be held Saturday, February 22, 2025 in the social hall at St. Columba Cathedral. Reservations are required.
- New Investment Option Quarterly Summary – A new quarterly investment option summary from June 30, 2024 is available for the Principal 403(b) plan.
- Updated Finance Office Mailing Address – All payments and correspondence to the Diocese of Youngstown Central Office in Youngstown should be mailed to: 144 West Wood Street, Youngstown, OH 44503. The former P.O. Box is permanently closed.
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Printable Guide to Catholic Charities Services – Print one or all pages of this handy guide to refer anyone to Catholic Charities services in your area.
- Voice of Hope Dinner – Save the Date – The Voice of Hope annual event celebrates the unity and identity of Catholic Charities’ Services in the Diocese of Youngstown, and raises funds to support our Basic Needs Assistance program.
- Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County – Men Who Cook – Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County is bringing back a fan favorite! MEN WHO COOK
- URGENT REQUEST – Gloves, Hats, Scarves – Catholic Charities Urgently Seeks Donations of Cold Weather Essentials to Help Those in Need.
- SAVE THE DATE! Women Fore Women: July 14, 2025 (Bulletin Materials) – Proceeds from this all-Women’s Golf Classic will benefit the Voice of Hope Shelters for Women and Children operated by Catholic Charities Regional Agency.
- URGENT PLEA – Winter Baby Items Needed (Bulletin Materials) – Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties. Urgent plea for donations in Canton and Ravenna!
- URGENT PLEA – Volunteers Needed (Bulletin Materials) – Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties. Urgent plea for volunteers in Canton and Ravenna!
- Catholic Relief Services – Rice Bowl (Bulletin Materials) – CRS Rice Bowl—Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten faith-in-action program—invites us to reflect on how caring for our neighbor is caring for Christ.
- Prison and Jail Ministry – Seeking Volunteers (Bulletin Materials) – Kolbe Gathering is a place for the formerly incarcerated and their families to join with parish-based volunteers in spiritual support and fellowship.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
For full list of bulletin announcements, please download the Text Only Attachments
Image and PDF files are available in the monthly Google Drive attachments folder: bit.ly/aug2024comm
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ODJFS Seeks Foster Families (Bulletin Materials)**
If you or someone you know might be interested in taking on the challenges and rewards of becoming a foster or adoptive parent, please use this link to learn more.
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CCRA: SAVE THE DATE! Chefs for Charity on September 26 (Bulletin Materials)**
An evening with local chefs to support programs that help stabilize housing and fight homelessness. Enjoy delicious tastings from 23 participating restaurants, cash bar, raffles, entertainment and more!
Thursday, September 26, 2024
5:00 – 9:00 p.m.
Eastwood Event Centre, Niles, Ohio
Join our host Bishop David J. Bonnar in support of Catholic Charities Regional Agency, serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull counties. Visit ccdoy.org/chefs-for-charity/ for tickets ($75 each) or sponsorship opportunities. Call 330-744-3320 for more information.
We are now seeking sponsors. Contact Nancy at nvoitus@ccregional.org or 330.744.3320 ext. 219.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
URGENT PLEA – Volunteers Needed (Bulletin Materials)**
Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties is looking for volunteers to help with the increased demand for pantry services in both the Canton location and the Ravenna location. Pantry volunteers will typically work a 2-3 hour shift and can choose to work weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly, depending on their personal availability. Clients will schedule pantry visits in advance, and pantry volunteers will prepare the grocery bags based on client selections. Compare this to the “Giant Eagle Shoppers” that prepare groceries for pick-up customers. However, this is much easier! In addition, volunteers may be asked to assist with other routine tasks such as dating incoming goods, rotating products, and general organization.
Come and lend a hand! Help others by directly fulfilling just one of the many ways we assist clients in need.
Call the Canton office at 330-491-0896
Call the Ravenna office at 330-297-7745 or
Send an email to charities@youngstowndiocese.org and we will forward your information to the proper location!
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Office of Peace & Justice:Catholic Conference of Ohio News Updates (Bulletin Materials)**
Stay Informed on Ohio Legislation from the Catholic Conference of Ohio (CCO)
The Conference works on behalf of the Ohio bishops as an official voice of the Catholic Church in Ohio, primarily in public policy matters. At the end of each month, they send a newsletter summarizing key legislation, action alerts, and relevant information that empowers Catholics across the state to uphold the Church’s beliefs and values. Sign up to receive important updates on legislation and help inform your parishioners to engage as Faithful Citizens.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Office of Peace & Justice: Prison and Jail Ministry – Seeking Volunteers (Bulletin Materials)**
The Office of Peace and Justice is seeking to expand the volunteer program for prison ministry. If you, or someone you know, is interested in ministering to the incarcerated, please contact us. Volunteer opportunities available in all six counties. For further information contact R.J. Mangan, Director of Peace and Justice, at 330-744-8451 x 245.
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
- Save-the-Dates: Youth & Young Adult Ministry Events in 2025 – [HS] ENCOUNTER on March 8, 2025; March 20 – Lenten Retreat; April 28 — Eagle of the Cross; NCYC – November 20-23, 2025
- Theology on Tap – Theology on Tap is an invitation to young adults (18-39) to delve deeper in their faith and in community with other members of the Church.
BE FED on August 13 & 14
The Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry is now on social media! Please give it a like and follow!
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
- Submit Your Parish Profile by April 1, 2025 – The Catholic Echo Magazine is planning a commemorative edition in honor of the 2025 Jubilee year. Submit your parish profile by April 1, 2025.
- Printable Guide to Catholic Charities Services – Print one or all pages of this handy guide to refer anyone to Catholic Charities services in your area.
- The Catholic Echo Magazine Advertising Deadlines – Stay connected with The Catholic Echo magazine’s advertising schedule to ensure your ad reaches our vibrant Catholic community across the Diocese of Youngstown. Discounts are available for multiple insertions and Catholic organizations.
- Wineskins Schedule: March & April 2025 – “Wineskins” features reflections on the lives of the saints and the sacred scriptures, along with thoughts on a variety of topics and issues from a Catholic perspective.
- Free Resources for Blind/Visually Impaired Parishioners -NEW – The XSB is now providing large print Bibles and missalettes (all free-of-charge) to any eligible parishioners. Review the application today!
- The Catholic Echo Podcast Topics: March 2025 – Join us for a weekly discussion of your burning spiritual questions. For more information about the Catholic Echo Podcast topics, visit catholicecho.org/podcast.
- Patron Saints of the Diocese – Listen to The Catholic Echo podcast or follow social media for Bishop Bonnar’s new series, Patron Saints of the Diocese.
- Need Help with Your Website or Social Media? – The Communications Department is going to be proactively reaching out to parishes to offer support that have not yet updated their online presence to reflect recent changes.
- Access & Post 100% FREE Content Through Catholic Social Media – The diocese is making a new tool available for free to schools and parishes to help easily find and schedule Catholic content on social media.
- Upcoming Communications Webinar: Press Releases – Join Dennis Biviano on March 6, 2025 at 11 a.m. to learn more about effective ways to connect with local media outlets.
- Parish Directory Updates – Please note recent changes to merged parish web addresses.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
The Catholic Echo (Bulletin Materials)**
Catholic Echo logos are included on the DOY Brand page: doy.org/brand
BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Shared Publicity Folders -UPDATED LINKS
Catholic parishes, schools, and lay organizations are invited to share your flyers, images, and bulletin announcements using Google Drive. All @youngstowndiocese.org emails should have access to these folders, and others can request access on a case-by-case basis. We will respond to all requests within one business day and appreciate your patience.
BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Mass Finder Now Online – Diocesan Directory Updates
We have launched a Mass Finder on doy.org to help Mass goers show up at the right place & time, especially during these transitions. If you change your Mass times, please notify us whenever you update your bulletin! You can notify us of changes at any time by using this form: https://forms.gle/GFX45J5cZt9CuRoQA
Thank you for helping facilitate worship of Lord Jesus, worthy of all praise. If you have any questions, please contact Meagen Farrell, Communications Manager at communications@youngstowndiocese.org or 330-744-8451 x275.
Clergy and Religious Services
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Chrism Mass-April 15, 2025 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on April 15, 2025.
- The Light is On For You ~ An Evening of Reconciliation – Every parish or collaboration should plan to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation the evening of Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
- SAVE THE DATES! Priest Events in 2025 – Lenten Priest Day of Recollection: March 27, 2025; Priest Ordination Anniversary and Retirement Celebration, Wednesday: May 21, 2025; Priest Convocation: September 8 – 11, 2025
- Lenten Regulations – The Season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop – Reservations are due by February 14
- Letters of Suitability Required – Request Now Online – Letters of suitability are to be sent from one bishop/superior to another. An electronic form is now available online for diocesan priests to request a letter of suitability from Bishop Bonnar.
- Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic on June 30, 2025 (Bulletin Materials) – The Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic, benefiting Seminarian Formation and other needs is scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025 at The Lake Club. Sponsorships due June 18, 2025.
- Come and See the Seminary Weekends (Bulletin Materials) – Saint Mary Seminary & Borromeo Seminary are once again offering “Come and See” Weekends. Contact Fr. Chad Johnson at cjohnson@youngstowndiocese.org.
- March 2025 Vocation Intercessions and Bulletin Blurbs (Bulletin Materials) – Please use these vocation intercessions and bulletin blurbs to help promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life in your parish community and school.
- Vocation Director or Seminarian Visits to Your Parish / School – If you have a special youth ministry, parish, retreat, or vocational event, please remember our current seminiarians are available to speak at your parish or school.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Vocations Intercessions and Bulletin Blurbs (Bulletin Materials)**
Second Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic
The Second Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic, benefiting Seminarian Formation and other needs is scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, 2024 at The Youngstown Country Club. Register or sponsor today at doy.org/golf.
Watch our social media for more updates.
Vocations Social Media
- Website: www.doy.org/vocations/
- Facebook: doyvocations
- Instagram: doyvocations
Development and Stewardship Offices
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- News About the Appeal – Fr. John-Michael Lavelle has been emailing updates on individual parishes’ performance on the Appeal. This information is also posted at doy.org/appeal under “Parish Toolkit and Updates.”
- 2025 Annual Diocesan Appeal: One in Hope, One in Mission (Bulletin Materials) – Parish resources to promote the Annual Diocesan Appeal are available in the “Appeal 2025” folder in Google Drive and the resources tab in Catholic Social Media.
- Winter 2025 Stewardship Bulletin Thoughts (Bulletin Materials | Materiales de Boletín) – It is recommended that every week, in every parish, a stewardship reflection should be included in the weekly bulletin.
Annual Diocesan Appeal Updates
Fr. John-Michael Lavelle has been emailing updates on individual parishes’ performance on the Appeal. This information is also posted at www.doy.org/appeal under “Parish Toolkit and Updates.”
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Stewardship Bulletin Thoughts (Bulletin Materials | Materiales del Boletín)
It is recommended that every week, in every parish, a stewardship reflection should be included in the weekly bulletin.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Visiting Missionaries (Bulletin Materials)
Please see the UPDATED list of speakers.
Please feel free to add details of dates and names specific to your location.
Parishioners will be invited to give at their parishes. Online giving to the “Missionary Cooperation Plan” is available by parish at doy.org/mcp.
The Propagation of the Faith and Missions Office is pleased to announce that missionaries from around the world are sending a missionary to each one of our parishes during the months of June, July or August this summer.
Each of our parish pastors schedules and welcomes a visiting priest, deacon, sister or layperson to their parish. Please remember that when it comes to missions, Some give by going, others go by giving! Please be generous.
Pastoral and Educational Services
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- April is Autism Awareness Month – Library Materials (Bulletin Materials) – Our diocesan library offers adaptive learning kits for sacramental preparation and catechesis.
- NCPD Parish Leadership Virtual Meeting: Adapting Faith Formation – The National Catholic Partnership on Disabilities (NCPD) invites parish leaders to a formation meeting focused on “Adapting Faith Formation.”
- UNIVERSAL PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL FOR LAY MINISTRY – Parishes and prayer groups are encouraged to pray for vocations to lay ministry and for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
- Lifelong Learning Courses – All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith. These courses are offered online and in person.
- Lifelong Learning Courses – All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith. These courses are offered online and in person.
- UNIVERSAL PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL FOR LAY MINISTRY – Parishes and prayer groups are encouraged to pray for vocations to lay ministry and for Developmental Disabilities Awareness Month.
- NCPD Parish Leadership Meeting: Adapting Faith Formation – The National Catholic Partnership on Disabilities (NCPD) invites parish leaders to a formation meeting focused on “Adapting Faith Formation.”
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop – Reservations are due by February 14
- PARISH RESOURCES FOR JUBILEE 2025: YEAR OF HOPE – Resources to help to help parishes prepare for the Jubilee 2025 are available. Our library has been renovated. Please call before your visit to confirm that the resources you need are available, and we are always ready to help: 330-744-8451.
- PARISH RESOURCES FOR JUBILEE 2025: YEAR OF HOPE – Resources to help to help parishes prepare for the Jubilee 2025 are available. Our library has been renovated. Please call before your visit to confirm that the resources you need are available, and we are always ready to help: 330-744-8451.
- LIBRARY UNDERGOING RENOVATIONS – Books to help you grow in your prayer life may be borrowed from the Diocesan Library. Due to construction, please call before your visit to confirm that the resources you need are available: 330-744-8451 x296.
- Chrism Mass-April 15, 2025 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on April 15, 2025.
- The Light is On for You: 2025 Times & Locations – March 19, 2025 is marked as a common date when the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available in parishes throughout the Diocese of Youngstown.
- The Light is On For You ~ An Evening of Reconciliation – Every parish or collaboration should plan to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation the evening of Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
- Celebrating the Paschal Triduum (Multiple Parishes/Locations) – Guidance and directives have been sent to all priests and parish liturgy committee contacts.
- Lenten Regulations – The Season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025.
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop – Reservations are due by February 14
- Confirmation of Baptized Catholics at the Easter Vigil – Priests are reminded that the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults gives them the faculty to confirm catechumens and candidates at the Easter Vigil.
- Easter Vigil – April 19, 2025 – NEW – The Easter Vigil will be on Saturday, April 19, 2025
- The Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion-UPDATED – The Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion for catechumens and candidates will be celebrated on the First Sunday of Lent, March 9, 2025.
- Cathedral Organ Concert Series (Bulletin Materials) – We are thrilled to announce the latest group of talented musicians who will be participating in the organ concert series for the Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown, Ohio.
- Chrism Mass-April 15, 2025 – The Chrism Mass will be celebrated on April 15, 2025.
- National Association of Parish Musicians (NPM) Youngstown Chapter – Youngstown is officially a temporary chapter of the National Association of Parish Musicians (NPM) as of June 1st, 2024. Contact Ralph Holtzhauser at rholtzhauser@youngstowndiocese.org.
- Pueri Cantores Children’s Choir Festival: The Cathedral of St. Paul in Pittsburgh – The Pittsburgh Catholic Youth Choral Festival & Mass for singers in grades 4-12 will be taking place on March 8, 2025 at St. Paul Cathedral in Pittsburgh. Please contact Ralph Holtzhauser if your child is interested in participating.
- Upcoming Parish Music Events (Bulletin Materials) – Join us for live music events at St. Patrick Church (Kent) and the Cathedral of Saint Columba.
- Jubilee Year Hymn | Music Ministry – All parish music directors are encouraged to use the Jubilee Year official hymn “Pilgrims of Hope,” where appropriate within the liturgical year.
- Cathedral Organ Concert Series (Bulletin Materials) – We are thrilled to announce the latest group of talented musicians who will be participating in the organ concert series for the Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown, Ohio.
- Planning Parish Music Events? – If your parish is having any upcoming musical events you’d like to send out, please email Ralph Holtzhauser, Diocesan Music Director, at rholtzhauser@youngstowndiocese.org!
- Access & Post 100% FREE Content Through Catholic Social Media – The diocese is making a new tool available for free to schools and parishes to help easily find and schedule Catholic content on social media.
- CCO Resources for 2025 EdChoice Campaign (Bulletin Materials) – The Catholic Conference of Ohio has compiled resources which Catholic parishes and schools may share during Catholic Schools Week, or anytime, to highlight EdChoice scholarships that make Catholic education more affordable.
- Reduce Your Tax Return with a Donation to the Good Samaritan Scholarship Fund – Donations to the Good Samaritan Scholarship Fund can apply for a potential state tax credit up to $750 (or $1,500 married filing jointly), reducing your state tax return.
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Miscellaneous
The Necrology (In Memoriam) for Diocesan Clergy is now available online!
Many thanks to Robalyne Sciubba for keeping the printable Necrology updated.
Gratitude to Rev. Joseph Ruggieri who has created a Google calendar to help you pray by date.
Diocesan Cemeteries (Bulletin Materials)
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements. Links to download the parish bulletin/publicity materials are listed below.
- Lunch and Learn: Planning Ahead as a Gift of Love (Bulletin Materials) – Lunch and Learn at All Souls Cemetery (Cortland) on March 19 and Calvary Cemetery (Youngstown) on April 9.
- All Souls Remembrance Funeral Liturgy on March 21 (Bulletin Materials) -NEW – All Souls Remembrance Funeral Liturgy on March 21
- Rosary at the Cemetery Chapel on the 1st Wednesday at 10am (Bulletin Materials) – Pray the Rosary on the first Wednesday of the month at 10:00am in the Chapel of any of our four Diocesan Cemeteries.
- Chaplet of Divine Mercy (Bulletin Materials) – Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services offers the Chaplet of Divine Mercy Prayer Service in the chapels of our four Cemeteries at 3:00p.m. every Friday at alternating locations.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Chaplet of Divine Mercy, Fridays at 3pm (Bulletin Materials)
Rosary at Four Diocesan Cemeteries (Bulletin Materials)
Please share these flyers and bulletin announcements as applicable to your location:
Other Events
FAQ: Where do I send my announcements?
You are invited to submit events and announcements for The Catholic Echo to Editor-in-Chief Katie Wagner at kwagner@youngstowndiocese.org.
Are you planning a parish music event? Please contact/copy Diocesan Director of Music Ralph Holtzhauser at rholtzhauser@youngstowndiocese.org.
BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Shared Publicity Folders -UPDATED LINKS
Catholic parishes, schools, and lay organizations are invited to share your flyers, images, and bulletin announcements using Google Drive. All @youngstowndiocese.org emails should have access to these folders, and others can request access on a case-by-case basis. We will respond to all requests within one business day and appreciate your patience.
- August 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/aug2024sharedoy
- September 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/sept2024sharedoy
- October 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/july2024sharedoy
