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Parishes in the Diocese of Youngstown to host “The Light is On for You” March 4
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available throughout the Diocese of Youngstown
282 Persons Prepare to Become Members of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Youngstown
Annual Rite of Election begins Lent and final period of preparation for Easter
“The Answer: The Musical” Coming to Saint Columba Cathedral March 6-7
The Answer is a rock-opera that tells the story of the life, death and resurrection of Jesus
Decree | February 19, 2026
Bishop Bonnar decrees that all the schools and parish religious education programs in the Diocese of Youngstown shall adopt and implement the VIRTUS Empowering God’s Children® annual training program for all children and young people, effective immediately.
Decree | January 17, 2026
Bishop David J. Bonnar issues a decree regarding the closure of Saint Philip Neri Parish
Clergy Official | December 18, 2025
Bishop David J. Bonnar is announcing new Clergy and Personnel Assignments: Balash, Korda, Lavelle, Zuraw, Sheridan, Ziobert & Rose.
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Catholic Social Media Platform
The recorded Catholic Social Media platform webinar was recorded. Read more for a link tot he recording or highlights. DOY is now making suggested content available from Catholic Charities Diocese of Youngstown, The Pontifical Mission Societies, OSV News and #iGiveCatholic.
La enseñanza de los límites y la seguridad—Empoderamiento de los Hijos de Dios®
La Diócesis de Youngstown está implementando el programa Proteger a los Hijos de Dios(TM) en todas sus parroquias y escuelas para educar a niños y jóvenes sobre los límites y la seguridad. Se invita a los padres y tutores a participar activamente utilizando estos recursos.
Empowering God’s Children®: Teaching Safety & Boundaries
The Diocese of Youngstown is implementing the Empowering God’s Children program across all parishes & schools to educate children and young people on boundaries and safety. Parents and guardians are invited to take an active role by using these resources.
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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.
