Resources for Women and Families Seeking Help
Walking with Moms in Need
CATHOLIC CHARITIES
Every day, through a variety of services, the three Catholic Charities Agencies in the Diocese of Youngstown serve the needs of women, families, and those in need.
Access a guide to Catholic Charities locations and services in each of our six counties, and also a comprehensive “Community Guide” with additional services offered by various organizations in each county.
Project Rachel
We are concerned about those whose lives have been negatively affected by an abortion. For those seeking hope and healing, we encourage you to reach out to us through Project Rachel, the Catholic Church’s diocesan-based ministry to those suffering in the aftermath of abortion.
For CONFIDENTIAL help, text or call Project Rachel of Northeast Ohio at 330-360-0430 or visit us online:
PLEASE NOTE:
SINCE JULY 1, 2024, PRO-LIFE ADVOCACY IS NOW INCLUDED UNDER THE OFFICE OF PEACE AND JUSTICE.
MARRIAGE AND FAMILY LIFE IS NOW COORDINATED BY CANONICAL SERVICES.
OFFICE OF PEACE AND JUSTICE
This office is located within Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown. Find more details at their website.
Programs overseen by the Office of Peace and Justice:
- Pro-Life Advocacy
- Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)
- Catholic Relief Services (CRS)
- CRS Rice Bowl
- Prison Ministry
Services offered by the Office of Peace and Justice
- Catholic Social Teaching
- Current Issues
- Educational Opportunities
- Catholic Perspective on Legislation
- Resource Links
- Social Advocacy
- Social Justice
- Volunteer Opportunities
Announcements
Catholic Relief Services – Rice Bowl (Bulletin Materials)
CRS Rice Bowl—Catholic Relief Services’ Lenten faith-in-action program—invites us to reflect on how caring for our neighbor is caring for Christ.
Resources
Prison Ministry Presents – Kolbe Gathering – Three Locations (Bulletin Materials)
Kolbe Gathering is a place for the formerly incarcerated and their families to join with parish-based volunteers in spiritual support and fellowship.
Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life has moved!
Services and announcements from the former Office of Pro-Life, Marriage and Family Life are now being handled by the offices of Canonical Services or Peace and Justice.
Stay Informed on Legislation from the Catholic Conference of Ohio (CCO)
The Ohio Catholic Conference acts as the official voice of the Catholic Church in Ohio, providing monthly newsletters that summarize key legislation and action alerts to empower Catholics in upholding the Church’s beliefs and values.
Exsul Familia Nazarethana, Pope Pius XII
The Office of Peace and Justice promotes the themes of Catholic Social Teaching, particularly the dignity of the human person, through education, advocacy, and prayer.
ODJFS Seeks Foster Families
In Ohio, nearly 15,000 children are living in out-of-home placement settings every day. Adoption and foster care can provide a stable, loving home. Learn how to help.
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship (Bulletin Materials)
The Office of Peace and Justice promotes the themes of Catholic Social Teaching, particularly the dignity of the human person, through education, advocacy, and prayer.
Civilize It: A Better Kind Of Politics
The Office of Peace and Justice promotes the themes of Catholic Social Teaching, particularly the dignity of the human person, through education, advocacy, and prayer.
Grant Funding Available
The Office of Peace and Justice has grant opportunities available to help those living in unimaginable hardship.
Prison and Jail Ministry – Seeking Volunteers (Bulletin Materials)
Kolbe Gathering is a place for the formerly incarcerated and their families to join with parish-based volunteers in spiritual support and fellowship.
