Catholic Charities Month
February invites us to reflect on God’s universal call to charity and to discern one’s specific call to ministry.
Quote of the Month
“Charity is the sweet and holy bond which links the soul with its Creator: it binds God with man and man with God.”
-Saint Catherine of Siena
Photo: Participants consider transportation choices during a Charity Walk at Breakfast with the Bishop to benefit Catholic Charities, held at St. Michael Parish Hall in Canfield, December 3, 2024. Photo by Breanna Crissman. Find more event photos on Facebook.
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Welcome to the Digital Communique!
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/feb2025comm
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 PDF or Word file. Attachments are now provided as downloadable files in one folder (including the printable version):
- Communique Attachments Folder (contains printable version, text-only version, images & flyers): https://bit.ly/feb2025comm
- Video: Saving Communique Attachments https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nz8Uim_okAE
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.
- February 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/feb2025sharedoy
- March 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/mar2025sharedoy
- April 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/apr2025sharedoy
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast

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Deadline for Ad Placement in The Catholic Echo April Magazine

Kolbe Gathering | Faith Sharing with Formerly Incarcerated in 3 Locations (1st & 3rd Thursdays)
- R. J. Mangan, Director of Peace and Justice
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Divine Mercy Chaplet | Fridays, Alternating Diocesan Cemeteries

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New Episode of Wineskins

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Mahoning & Trumbull Deaneries Workshop About Parish Records & Archives
- Diocesan Archives
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast

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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.
- 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.
- 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.
- Upcoming Events with Bishop Bonnar (Bulletin Materials) – Bulletin materials available for upcoming events with Bishop Bonnar.
- Upcoming Hispanic Ministry Events – Fe y Vida Training, 2025 Dates: January 18, 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.
- Church Overseas Combined Collection (Bulletin Materials) – The Church Overseas Combined Collection will be held the weekend of January 25/26, 2025. Parishes can use these bulletin announcements.
- 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.
- 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).
- Parish Intentions of Hope for 2025 – We invite all to pray along with Bishop Bonnar and our parishes, asking for the Holy Spirit to renew us during this Year of Hope.
- 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.
- PARISH RESOURCES FOR JUBILEE 2025: YEAR OF HOPE | DIOCESAN LIBRARY – Books to help to help parishes prepare for the Jubilee 2025 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.
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.
- The Catholic Echo Podcast Topics: January & February 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.
- 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.
- The Catholic Echo Podcast Topics: January & February 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.
- First Step to Service Programs 2024-2025 School Year – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown launches First Step to Service Program for the 2024/2025 school year.
- February is Catholic Charities Awareness Month – February designated as “Catholic Charities Awareness Month” in the Diocese of Youngstown
- Catholic Charities “Warm Hearts for Warm Homes” Campaign (Bulletin Materials) – The Warm Hearts for Warm Homes campaign raises funds to help families with children, working poor adults and older adults on fixed incomes with utility assistance during the cold winter months.
- New Edition, Community Resource Guide 2024/2025 – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown publishes new edition of the Community Resource Guide.
- 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!
- Mass for Life & March for Life – Bishop Bonnar will preside at a Mass for Life on Sunday, January 19, 2025 at 4:00 pm at St. Columba Cathedral, Youngstown (154 W. Wood St.). All are welcome – no reservations needed.
- Prison Ministry Presents – Kolbe Gathering – Three Locations (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.
- 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.
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Catholic Charities Awareness Month (Bulletin Materials)**
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URGENT PLEA – Winter Baby Items Needed (Bulletin Materials)**
Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties is desperately seeking donations for their First Step Program for women & children.
The items currently needed most are:
- Winter Wear – Hats, Gloves, Boots, Socks
- Winter Clothing for Babies & Toddlers
- Sizes 6 mos. through 5T
- New or Gently Used
- All used clothing should be freshly washed.
- Boys & Girls Styles needed!
Please drop off donations at either location, but please call first.
Call the Canton office at 330-491-0896
Call the Ravenna office at 330-297-7745 or
Alternatively, please ship directly using our AMAZON WISHLIST.
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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!
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Office of Peace & Justice: Prison and Jail Ministry (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 – Diocesan Confirmation Retreat on February 1; [HS] ENCOUNTER on March 8, 2025; 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.
- Diocesan Confirmation Retreat on February 1, 2025 – The Office of Youth and Young Adult Accompaniment will collaborate with parishes to host one pilot retreat on February 1, 2025 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica in Youngstown.
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
- New in 2025: Parish Profiles & Patron Saints of the Diocese – Parishes, look for an email soon requesting information for your PARISH PROFILE to be published at DOY.org and in a special edition of The Catholic Echo Magazine. Listen to The Catholic Echo podcast or follow social media for Bishop Bonnar’s new series, Patron Saints of the Diocese.
- Call for Recipes! (Bulletin Materials) – The Catholic Echo magazine would like to feature your favorite recipes in an upcoming print edition! All recipes are welcome.
- 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.
- The Catholic Echo Podcast Topics: January & February 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.
- The Catholic Echo Podcast (Bulletin Materials) – The Catholic Echo Podcast is your official source for what’s happening now in the Catholic Diocese of Youngstown.
- Wineskins Radio Program (Bulletin Materials) – Wineskins is now available as a podcast! Wineskins airs on local radio stations every Sunday.
- Wineskins Schedule: January & February 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.
- UPCOMING WEBINARS ON 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.
- School & Parish Resources to Promote School Affordability (Bulletin Materials) – The DOY Communications Department is working with the Office of Catholic Schools to provide promotional resources for schools and parishes to share ways to make Catholic school affordable for all families.
- Parish Directory Updates – Please note recent changes to parish mailing addresses.
- New in 2025: Parish Profiles & Patron Saints of the Diocese – Parishes, look for an email soon requesting information for your PARISH PROFILE to be published at DOY.org and in a special edition of The Catholic Echo Magazine. Listen to The Catholic Echo podcast or follow social media for Bishop Bonnar’s new series, Patron Saints of the Diocese.
- Diocesan Directory Updates – Download the printable diocesan directory as we continue to build our interactive, online directory.
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Wineskins & The Catholic Echo Podcast (Bulletin Materials)**
Learn more at catholicecho.org/podcast
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CALL FOR RECIPES! (Bulletin Materials)**
The Catholic Echo magazine would like to feature your favorite recipes in an upcoming print edition! All recipes are welcome. For more information or to submit a recipe, email catholicecho@youngstowndiocese.org.
Catholic Echo logos are included on the DOY Brand page: doy.org/brand
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.
- 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
- Catholic Leadership Institute Update – As part of a grant to the Catholic Leadership Institute for this initiative, personal coaching is available to all clergy. All priests and deacons are encouraged to take advantage of this opportunity.
- The Light is On For You ~ An Evening of Reconciliation -NEW – Every parish or collaboration should plan to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation the evening of Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
- Chrism Mass-April 15, 2025 – NEW – The Chrism Mass is celebrated on April 15
- Lenten Regulations – NEW – Ash Wednesday is March 5
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop -NEW – Reservations are due by February 14
- Annual Priest Personnel Inventory – NEW – Deadline is February 1
- 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.
- Sunday of the Word of God: January 25-26, 2025 – This year, January 25/26, 2025 will be designated as “Sunday of the Word of God” and is to be devoted to the celebration, study, and dissemination of the Word of God. Bishop David Bonnar will institute three men as readers on their way to the Order of the Permanent Diaconate.
- Come and See the Seminary Weekends – Saint Mary Seminary & Borromeo Seminary are once again offering “Come and See” Weekends. Contact Fr. Chad Johnson at cjohnson@youngstowndiocese.org.
- 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.
- January & February 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.
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Vocations Intercessions and Bulletin Blurbs (Bulletin Materials)**
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.”
- Gratitude and Congratulations for #iGiveCatholic 2024! – #iGiveCatholic on GivingTuesday 2024 was a tremendous success! 18 minitries raised $120,805 with support from 614 donors. Please save-the-date for December 2, 2025!
- #iGiveCatholic Event Takes Place December 3 During Giving Tuesday – Since 2015, #iGiveCatholic has inspired faithful stewards to “Give Back and Give Catholic”
- Fall 2024 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
Winter 2025 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.
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.
- Lifelong Learning Courses-UPDATED – All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith. These courses are offered online and in person.
- Updated – 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 – New – The National Catholic Partnership on Disabilities (NCPD) invites parish leaders to a formation meeting focused on “Adapting Faith Formation.”
- PRAYERS OF THE FAITHFUL FOR LAY MINISTRY – Parishes and prayer groups are encouraged to pray for vocations to lay ministry.
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop -NEW – Reservations are due by February 14
- Lifelong Learning Courses-UPDATED – All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith. These courses are offered online and in person.
- PARISH RESOURCES FOR JUBILEE 2025: YEAR OF HOPE | DIOCESAN LIBRARY – Books to help to help parishes prepare for the Jubilee 2025 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.
- 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.
- Upcoming Hispanic Ministry Events – Fe y Vida Training, 2025 Dates: January 18, 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.
- The Light is On For You ~ An Evening of Reconciliation -NEW – Every parish or collaboration should plan to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation the evening of Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
- Chrism Mass-April 15, 2025 – NEW – The Chrism Mass is celebrated on April 15
- Lenten Regulations – NEW – Ash Wednesday is March 5
- Revised Order of Christian Initiation of Adults – Workshop -NEW – Reservations are due by February 14
- Confirmation of Baptized Catholics at the Easter Vigil – NEW – 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
- Sunday of the Word of God: January 25-26, 2025 – This year, January 25/26, 2025 will be designated as “Sunday of the Word of God” and is to be devoted to the celebration, study, and dissemination of the Word of God. Bishop David Bonnar will institute three men as readers on their way to the Order of the Permanent Diaconate.
- 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 – NEW – The Chrism Mass is celebrated on April 15
- Upcoming Parish Music Events (Bulletin Materials) – Join us for live music events at St. Patrick Church (Youngstown) 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.
- 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!
- 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.
- Save-the-Dates: Youth & Young Adult Ministry Events in 2025 – Diocesan Confirmation Retreat on February 1; [HS] ENCOUNTER on March 8, 2025; 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.
- Diocesan Confirmation Retreat on February 1, 2025 – The Office of Youth and Young Adult Accompaniment will collaborate with parishes to host one pilot retreat on February 1, 2025 at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica in Youngstown.
- School & Parish Resources to Promote School Affordability (Bulletin Materials) – The DOY Communications Department is working with the Office of Catholic Schools to provide promotional resources for schools and parishes to share ways to make Catholic school affordable for all families.
- 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.
- UPCOMING WEBINARS ON 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.
- First Step to Service Programs 2024-2025 School Year – Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown launches First Step to Service Program for the 2024/2025 school year.
- 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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Resources to Promote School Affordability (Bulletin Materials) **
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Theology on Tap is BACK! (Bulletin Materials) **
The Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry is now on social media! Please give it a like and follow!
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)** -NEW – Lunch and Learn at Resurrection Cemetery on February 19
- 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)
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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.
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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.
- February 2024 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/feb2025sharedoy
- March 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/mar2025sharedoy
- April 2025 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/apr2025sharedoy
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