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.
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Festival of Lessons and Carols
Webinar | Better Photography for the Holidays
Save the Date
SERIE FORMATIVA DE OCP | OCP Formative Series
Jason Roberts Improvisation Concert
El Ministerio Hispano de la Diócesis de Youngstown ofrece dos eventos en diciembre
La Misa y la Cena de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe se llevarán a cabo el 12 de diciembre y la segunda Posada Diocesana el 21 de diciembre.
Diocese of Youngstown offers two Hispanic Ministry events in December
Our Lady of Guadalupe Mass and Dinner will be held on December 12 & the second diocesan Las Posadas on December 21
Lessons and Carols & Jason Roberts Concert events at Saint Columba Cathedral
Lessons and Carols features the Cathedral Choir under the direction of Ralph Holtzhauser
Official Decree | November 22, 2024
The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown is announcing the merger of Saint Mary Parish (Orwell) and Sacred Heart Parish (Rock Creek).
Official Decree | November 22, 2024
The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown is announcing the merger of Saint Columba Cathedral Parish, Saint Edward Parish and Holy Apostles Parish.
Official Decree | November 22, 2024
The Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, Bishop of the Diocese of Youngstown is announcing the merger of Saint Charles Borromeo Parish and Saint Luke Parish.
COMMUNIQUÉ: Diocesan Office Announcements
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.”
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.
Upcoming Hispanic Ministry Events
Please see the Office of Hispanic Ministry page or the diocesan event calendar for details on each of the following events, including bulletin blurbs and
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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.
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.
Archives Museum
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.