News & Media
The coordinator of media relations is the primary point of contact with news media throughout the six-county Diocese of Youngstown. Parishes and schools that receive media inquiries are also asked to consult with the Department of Communications. Please contact Dennis Biviano, Public Relations and Media Specialist, at dbiviano@youngstowndiocese.org or (330) 744-8451 x320.
The Catholic Echo is the official media group of the Diocese of Youngstown.
What's Happening Now
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New Episode of Wineskins
National Migration Week
Happening NowPriesthood Sunday
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Staff Formation Day (Offices & Library Closed)
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast
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Annual Red Mass for Legal Professions
Save the Date - 2
Ohio March for Life
First Friday Divine Mercy Chaplet for Prison Ministry
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St. Francis of Assisi Pet Blessing
Our Sunday Mass from St. Columba Cathedral
Parish Presentations After Mass (Warren)
St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day Mass, Bishop Bonnar presiding
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St. Francis of Assisi Feast Day Mass, Bishop Bonnar presiding
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast
Rosary at Diocesan Cemeteries
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Pray for a Culture of Life in Ohio
Happening NowParish Presentations After Mass (Warren)
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Our Sunday Mass from St. Columba Cathedral
Parish Presentations After Mass (Warren)
Dinner & Dialogue: Youngstown Chapter of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM)
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Parish Presentations After Mass (Warren)
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Precious Lives Prayer Service
Monthly Cemetery Mass
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Monthly Cemetery Mass
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast
Monthly Cemetery Mass
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Monthly Cemetery Mass
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World Mission Sunday
Happening NowRespect Life Month
Happening NowSenior Expo
Our Sunday Mass from St. Columba Cathedral
Parish Presentations After Mass (Warren)
Dinner & Dialogue: Youngstown Chapter of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM)
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World Mission Sunday
Happening NowParish Presentations After Mass (Warren)
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast
End of Life Planning Dinner and Learn
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Divine Mercy Chaplet | Fridays, Alternating Diocesan Cemeteries
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Marriage Preparation Engaged Couple Retreat Day
Happening NowFarm Day
Happening NowOur Sunday Mass from St. Columba Cathedral
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Parish Presentations After Mass (Canton)
25th, 40th, 50th, 55th, 60th and over Wedding Anniversary Celebration
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New Episode of The Catholic Echo Podcast
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Our Sunday Mass from St. Columba Cathedral
Save the Date
The Great “O” Antiphons Lessons and Carols
St. Columba Cathedral
154 West Wood Street, Youngstown, OH 44503
Advent by Candlelight with St. Francis and St. Clare
Holy Family Parish (Navarre)
Men’s Discernment Retreat
Loyola Retreat House
700 Killinger Road, Canton, OH 44216
Ministry Day postponed to February 20, 2027
St. Michael Parish (Canfield)
300 N Broad St, Canfield, OH 44406

Funding Opportunities Continue in Diocese Despite EdChoice Challenge
There will be no disruption of EdChoice Scholarship funds for the 2026-27 school year

Diocese of Youngstown Marks 100th World Mission Sunday on October 18
World Mission Sunday was first established by Pope Pius XI in 1926

Diocese of Youngstown Approves Proposal to Merge Portage County Churches
In 2022 the four churches became a collaborative region known as Portage North

Clergy Official | October 10, 2026
Bishop David J. Bonnar is announcing new clergy assignments and changes in Portage North as well as across the diocese: Katrinak, Kopp, Peters, Sheridan, Murphy, Furlong & Hayes.

Decree | October 9, 2026
The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown, has released the following Decrees: 2026-10-09 Decree Streetsboro Aurora 2026-10-09 Decree Mantua

Clergy Official | June 25, 2026
Bishop David J. Bonnar is announcing new Clergy and Personnel Assignments Effective July 1, 2026: Tutas, Okpara, Brienz, and Condello.
COMMUNIQUÉ: Diocesan Office Announcements

Upcoming Events with Bishop Bonnar (Bulletin Materials)
Bulletin materials available for upcoming events with Bishop Bonnar.

Parish Directory Updates
Please note recent changes to merged parish web addresses, offices, and other directory updates.

Funding Opportunities Continue in Diocese Despite EdChoice Challenge
There will be no disruption of EdChoice Scholarship funds for the 2026-27 school year
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Synod on Synodality
The Synod on Synodality is a multi-year process of listening and dialogue which began in October 2021 with solemn opening liturgies around the world. Reports from the diocesan phase of listening sessions contributed to the global synod meetings. All are encouraged to be part of this process.
The March of the Eucharist Continues
In 1951, the first Bishop of Youngstown, James McFadden, compiled a book titled The March of the Eucharist. Today, the bishops of the United States have called every diocese to join in a Eucharistic Revival. In the Diocese of Youngstown, we are looking to our early days with the theme The March of the Eucharist Continues.
Cause for Rhoda Wise’s Canonization
Canton native Rhoda Wise is being investigated for potential sainthood. The Diocese of Youngstown Tribunal has compiled testimony of her life of heroic virtue, which has been received by the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints. She is currently considered a Servant of God.
Bishop Bonnar’s third pastoral letter encourages greater devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus
Testify to the Light
Bishop Bonnar’s first pastoral letter invited us to acknowledge the darkness of the time, challenged us to reclaim the light of our sacramental life, and offered five priorities for our journey into the future together.
Practicing Faith, Hope, and Love
Bishop Bonnar’s second pastoral letter focused on living the virtues together in tough times. Faith, hope, and love are presented as the answer to our present moment, and the path through our challenges and grief.
All Saints Archives Center
Historical artifacts, documents, and artwork are lovingly preserved by our Diocesan Archives to tell our story of Catholic faith in the Diocese of Youngstown. The former site of Ss. Cyril and Methodius Church in Youngstown will soon house these collections.



