Nominations Are Now Being Accepted!
It’s that time of year again! Eagle of the Cross is 28 years old in the Diocese of Youngstown this year. The Eagle of the Cross award is given annually to outstanding juniors and seniors in high school within the Diocese of Youngstown who show particular zeal in the improvement of their own parish ministry programs, high school ministry teams, or youth work in general within the Diocese.
Nominees must be Catholic, and must exemplify the qualities of moral integrity, prayer, good works, and Catholic-Christian leadership. This award was created by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry, and is the highest honor presented to the youth by the Diocese of Youngstown. Up to 3 awards per county for parish involvement, and up to 2 awards per diocesan Catholic high school are awarded each year.
Click here to access the form: Eagle of the Cross Nomination Packet 2026.docx
*Please note: Only pages 7-8 of this information packet need to be turned in as your nomination.
Questions? Please visit our FAQ page at doy.org/eagle-of-the-cross-2026 or contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org or (330) 744-8451 x 310.
