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Columbiana County Merged Parishes to be Named “Saint Carlo Acutis”
The merger and new parish name are effective January 1, 2026
Diocese of Youngstown Announces New Merger in Columbiana County
This merger is effective January 1, 2026; a parish name is forthcoming
#iGiveCatholic Event Takes Place December 2nd During Giving Tuesday
Since 2015, #iGiveCatholic has inspired faithful stewards to “Give Back and Give Catholic”
Decree | December 6, 2025
Bishop David J. Bonnar issues a decree regarding the New Parish Name of “Saint Carlo Acutis”
Decree | December 2, 2025
Bishop David J. Bonnar issues a decree regarding the 7th Edition of the Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services
Decree | November 29, 2025
Bishop Bonnar approved the proposal to merge the parishes of Saint Jude (Columbiana), Our Lady of Lourdes (East Palestine) and Saint Patrick (Leetonia) effective January 1, 2026. The new parish name will be announced shortly; all three worship sites retain their sacred titles given at their dedication. The merged parish offices and primary worship site will be located at Saint Jude Church, 180 Seventh Street in Columbiana.
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Columbiana County Merged Parishes to be Named “Saint Carlo Acutis”
The merger and new parish name are effective January 1, 2026
News About the Appeal: Just 1% to go
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.”
Resources to Support Your Parish Transitions
Here are some resources & reminders to support your parish transitions: Bookmark online Diocesan Directory; Update your parish website; Send us any changes for job postings, Mass time updates, and personal directory listings.
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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.
