Sacred Heart of Jesus, have mercy on us!
On May 2, Bishop Bonnar celebrated the Baccalaureate Mass for Walsh University and is pictured at the event with Catholic speaker Chris Stefanick.
Welcome to the Digital Communique!
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
The Shared Publicity Folders, has replaced the Communique Attachments folder.
For full list of bulletin announcements, please download the Text Only Attachments
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.
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 parish and schools in our new Shared Publicity Folders. Anyone with the link can view these folders. If you are employed at a DOY-affiliated parish, school or lay organization, you can request Editor access to upload publicity materials.
- June 2026 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/june2026sharedoy
- July 2026 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/july2026sharedoy
- August 2026 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/aug2026sharedoy
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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.
OFFICE OF SAFE ENVIRONMENT
- 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.
BISHOP'S OFFICE
- Upcoming Events with Bishop Bonnar (Bulletin Materials) – Bulletin materials available for upcoming events with Bishop Bonnar.
CHANCELLOR'S OFFICE
- CHURCH AT HOME COMBINED COLLECTION (Bulletin Materials) – The Diocese of Youngstown will be participating in the Church at Home Combined Collection the weekend of June 6/7, 2026. This important collection supports the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, USCCB Catholic Communications Campaign, and The Catholic University of America/Newman Apostolate.
- Parish and Shrine Events for Jubilee Year of St. Francis – Celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis with us! Franciscan religious communities and St. Francis of Assisi Parish in the Diocese of Youngstown are planning opportunities to fall more deeply in love with God through Franciscan spiritual practices.
RURAL LIFE & MINISTRY
No announcements from this office right now
MINISTERIO HISPANO | HISPANIC MINISTRY
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
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
JUBILEE YEAR OF ST. FRANCIS OF ASSISI
MARRIAGE & FAMILY SERVICES
- Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass (Bulletin Materials) – The Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Mass will take place onSunday, June 28, 2026 at 2:00 p.m. at Saint Columba Cathedral, Youngstown. The deadline for couples to register at their parishes is May 22, 2026.
- 2026 Marriage Preparation Formation Opportunities – The Diocese of Youngstown has updated their 2026 dates for Marriage Preparation Engaged Couple Retreats.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Marriage Preparation Retreat Days on October 25 (Bulletin Materials)
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
25th, 40th, 50th and over Wedding Anniversary Celebration in Canton on 10/26 (Bulletin Materials)
Registration forms with Pastor’s signature due to parishes by September 26th.
Visit doy.org/jobs to see a full listings of current openings. Click the category to view recent postings, and click the title to view details for each listing. Questions? Contact Matthew Hazi, Human Resources Director, at mhazi@youngstowndiocese.org.
DIOCESAN POSITIONS
- Office of Vocations/Office of Youth – Programming & Marketing Coordinator (5/29/2026)
- Principal – St. Rose Elementary School, Girard (5/26/2026)
- Director of Religious Education – St. Rose Parish – Girard, OH (5/28/2026)
- SS. Philip & James Parish Secretary – Full time – Canal Fulton, OH (5/26/2026)
- Principal | St. Michael Elementary (Canton, Ohio) (3/23/2026)
PARISH & CAMPUS MINISTRY POSITIONS
- COORDINATOR OF RELIGIOUS EDUCATION – ST. CATHERINE OF SIENA PARISH – BOARDMAN, OH (6/2/2026)
- Regional Youth Minister (FT) | Portage County South Parishes (7/18/2024)
- St. Carlo Acutis Parish Coordinator of Youth and Young Adult Ministry (8/12/2025)
- Parish Director of Religious Education | Youngstown City Parishes (3/25/2026)
- Director of Religious Education – St. Rose Parish – Girard, OH (5/28/2026)
- SS. Philip & James Parish Secretary – Full time – Canal Fulton, OH (5/26/2026)
- Music Director | St. Dominic Church (Youngstown) (9/15/2025)
- Bookkeeper & Human Resource Officer (PT) | Trumbull North Catholic Community (3/17/2025)
CATHOLIC SCHOOL POSITIONS
- Math Teacher – Ursuline High School, Youngstown (4/28/2026)
- High School Spanish – St. John School, Ashtabula (5/4/2026)
- School Secretary – St. Paul School, North Canton (6/8/2026)
- Assistant Principal – St. Michael Catholic School, Canton (5/19/2026)
- Eighth Grade Science & Health Teacher – St. Michael Catholic School, Canton (6/3/2026)
- Art Teacher (Part-TIme) – Holy Family School, Poland (6/3/2026)
- Sixth Grade Reading/Language Arts/Social Studies Teacher-St. Michael Catholic School, Canton (6/3/2026)
- PreK Paraprofessional – St. Mary Elementary School, Massillon (6/3/2026)
- Principal – St. Rose Elementary School, Girard (5/26/2026)
- First Grade Teacher – St. Mary School, Massillon (5/27/2026)
- Second Grade Teacher – St. Joseph School, Mogadore (5/14/2026)
- President -Cardinal Mooney High School, Youngstown (4/8/2026)
- Second Grade Teacher – St. Christine School, Youngstown (5/18/2026)
- Art Teacher – St. Joseph School, Mogadore (5/14/2026)
- Math Teacher – St. Joseph School, Mogadore (5/14/2026)
- K-8 Spanish Teacher – St. Christine School, Youngstown (4/21/2026)
- Long-Term Substitute Kindergarten – St. Mary School, Massillon (5/1/2026)
- Pre-Kindergarten Teacher – St. John School, Ashtabula (5/4/2026)
- Kindergarten Teacher – St. John School, Ashtabula (5/4/2026)
- Art Teacher – St. John School, Ashtabula (5/4/2026)
ADDITIONAL CATHOLIC CAREERS
- Office of Vocations/Office of Youth – Programming & Marketing Coordinator (5/29/2026)
- College and Career Counselor | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (4/30/2026)
- Administrator of Student Accounts | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (4/1/2026)
- Director of Strength Performance | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (4/1/2026)
- Intervention Specialist | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (2/12/2026)
- Mathematics Teacher | St. Vincent-St. Mary High School (Akron) (2/12/2026)
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.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES, DIOCESE OF YOUNGSTOWN
- Christmas In July – Join Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown, for our “Christmas in July”. Your contributions provide vital winter assistance for families and older adults across our diocese.
- CHURCH AT HOME COMBINED COLLECTION (Bulletin Materials) – The Diocese of Youngstown will be participating in the Church at Home Combined Collection the weekend of June 6/7, 2026. This important collection supports the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, USCCB Catholic Communications Campaign, and The Catholic University of America/Newman Apostolate.
CATHOLIC CHARITIES OF ASHTABULA COUNTY
- Current Needs – Product of the Month! (Bulletin Materials) – Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County presents a program designed to address the most urgent needs of our clients by focusing on specific essential items each month.
- Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County Annual Bocce Tournament (Bulletin Materials) – Catholic Charities of Ashtabula County announces Annual Bocce Tournament on September 5, 2026!
CATHOLIC CHARITIES REGIONAL AGENCY
- URGENT REQUEST – Personal Care Items – Catholic Charities Urgently Seeks Donations to Help Those in Need.
- Women Fore Women: July 13, 2026 – 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.
OFFICE OF PEACE AND JUSTICE
- First Friday Divine Mercy Chaplet for Prison Ministry Starts in July – DOY Prison Ministry invites you to join us in praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3pm for 9 First Fridays starting on July 3rd, 2026.
- Adoration at the Statehouse – June 2nd: For Unity and Healing in Our Country – All are invited to come and pray at the Ohio Statehouse on Tuesday, June 2nd from 10am – 2pm and contribute to 250 Hours of Adoration.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Office of Peace & Justice
CRS Rice Bowl (Bulletin Materials)**
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
Click the name of the office to read the full text of the announcements.
MULTIMEDIA
- Wineskins Schedule: June & July 2026 (Bulletin Materials) – The “Wineskins” radio show 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.
- The Catholic Echo Podcast Topics: May-June 2026 – Join us for a biweekly discussion of your burning spiritual questions. For more information about the Catholic Echo Podcast topics, visit catholicecho.org/podcast.
INTERNAL COMMUNICATIONS
- Parish Directory Updates – Please note recent changes to merged parish web addresses, offices, and other directory updates.
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
- Diocese Announces Closing Masses for St. Brendan, St. Matthias & St. Joseph Churches – Saint Brendan Church (2800 Oakwood Ave, Youngstown) on Monday May 4, 5:00 p.m.; Saint Matthias Church (915 Cornell St, Youngstown) on Monday May 18, 5:00 p.m.; Saint Joseph Church (3312 Lake Ave, Ashtabula) on Thursday June 18, 6:30 p.m
LATEST PRESS RELEASES
- Anthony Catale Named Principal at Warren John F. Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus (6/1/2026) – Mr. Catale had previously taught and coached at Warren JFK Lower Campus; He starts on July 1
- ARISE Young Adult Summer Festival Takes Place on September 12 (6/1/2026) – ARISE Young Adult Summer Festival Takes Place on September 12
- Consecration of the United States to the Sacred Heart of Jesus Events (5/28/2026) – Events are June 2-11, concluding with consecration of the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
- Personnel and Programming Changes Announced for Communications and Peace & Justice (5/26/2026) – Meagen Farrell appointed as Communications and Social Concerns Director
- Sarah Sciarretti Named Principal of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic School (5/22/2026) – Mrs Sciarretti is currently employed at the school as Assistant Principal and Teacher
- Seminarian Arthur Bodenschatz to be Ordained to the Transitional Diaconate (5/20/2026) – Ordination will take place on Saturday, June 6, 2026, 10:30 a.m. at Saint Paul Catholic Church
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
Wineskins & The Catholic Echo Podcast (Bulletin Materials)**
Learn more at catholicecho.org/podcast
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.
OFFICE OF CLERGY & RELIGIOUS SERVICES
- SAVE THE DATES! Clergy Ongoing Formation and Fellowship Events in 2026 – Ongoing Education & Formation: 4/24 Virtual event on imigration; 5/20 5pm Priest Anniversary Celebration.
OFFICE OF CHURCH VOCATIONS
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
- 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.
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
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.
ANNUAL DIOCESAN APPEAL
- News About the Appeal: 86.9% – Fr. John-Michael Lavelle emails updates on individual parishes’ performance on the Appeal. This information is also posted at doy.org/appeal under “Parish Toolkit and Updates.”
OFFICE OF DEVELOPMENT AND STEWARDSHIP
- Apr-June 2026 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
This information is also posted at www.doy.org/appeal under “Parish Toolkit and Updates.”
Apr-June 2026 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.
OFFICE OF FAITH FORMATION AND LAY ECCLESIAL MINISTRY
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
- Prayer Intentions for Pastoral Ministers at Parishes – Prayers of petition for lay ecclesial ministers. Sponsored by the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry.
- Lifelong Learning: New Courses For Adults starting this summer – All adult faith formation courses are open to anyone wanting to grow in their faith and learn more about our Catholic Church. There are courses offered online and in-person.
- Let us Pray for Persons With Disabilities including those with mental illness – Parishes are encouraged to utilize these to add to the Universal Prayers at weekend Masses, and prayer groups are encouraged to also utilize these at meetings/gatherings to pray for persons facing challenges or accommodation needs due to disabilities.
HISPANIC/LATINO MINISTRY
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
OFFICE OF WORSHIP
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
- Cathedral Organ Concert Series – 2026 Dates (Bulletin Materials) – We are glad to feature some incredible artistry from around the diocese and beyond who will be participating in the organ concert series for the Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown, Ohio.
WORSHIP: MUSIC
- Upcoming Parish Music Events (Bulletin Materials) – Join us for live music events at: the 2026 Cathedral Concert Series; 5/30 St. Columba Cathedral Festival Orchestra Concert
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
- Dinner & Dialogue Events for Musicians | National Association of Parish Musicians (NPM) Youngstown Chapter – NPM Youngstown chapter is invites musicians to Dinner and Dialogue events: 5/9 at Pondi’s (Lisbon) at 7pm. 6/1 Taize Prayer Service at Regina Coeli Church (Alliance) at 6pm. Youngstown is a temporary chapter of the National Association of Parish Musicians (NPM). Contact Ralph Holtzhauser at rholtzhauser@youngstowndiocese.org.
- Cathedral Organ Concert Series – 2026 Dates (Bulletin Materials) – We are glad to feature some incredible artistry from around the diocese and beyond who will be participating in the organ concert series for the Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown, Ohio.
OFFICE OF CATHOLIC SCHOOLS
- Anthony Catale Named Principal at Warren John F. Kennedy Catholic School Upper Campus – Mr. Catale had previously taught and coached at Warren JFK Lower Campus; He starts on July 1
- Sarah Sciarretti Named Principal of Saint Michael the Archangel Catholic School – Mrs Sciarretti is currently employed at the school as Assistant Principal and Teacher
- Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
- Sister Mary McCormick Named Interim President of Ursuline High School – Sister Mary is a former instructor and graduate of Ursuline High School
- Reverend Richard Murphy to Retire as President of Ursuline High School – Father Murphy has served his alma mater as president for the past 14 years
- Dr. Lisa Baylor Named New Principal of Regina Coeli Catholic School – Dr. Baylor previously taught at Regina Coeli, Walsh University and Walsh Jesuit
PARISH BULLETINS/PUBLICITY
The Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry is now on social media! Please give it a like and follow!
Miscellaneous
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.
DIOCESAN CEMETERIES
- 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
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.
- June 2026 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/june2026sharedoy
- July 2026 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/july2026sharedoy
- August 2026 Shared Publicity Folder https://bit.ly/aug2026sharedoy
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.
