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:
Diocesan Contact for:
- Domestic anti-poverty efforts through the Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD)
- International humanitarian efforts through Catholic Relief Services (CRS) including annual Lenten Rice Bowl collection and disaster relief
- Prison Ministry and Kolbe Gatherings
- Legislative Advocacy with the Catholic Conference of Ohio and USCCB
- Respect Life Ministry
- Racial Justice and Black Catholic Ministry
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Digital and In-Person Workshops Available on the Following Topics:
- Catholic Social Teaching
- Corporal and Spiritual Works of Mercy
- Faithful Citizenship
- Catholic Perspective on Legislation & Current Events
- Community Volunteer Opportunities & Prison Ministry
- Walking with Moms in Need & Respect Life Ministry
- Cultural Competency, Racial Justice & Reconciliation
Announcements
Action Alert: Abolish the Death Penalty in Ohio
Catholic Conference of Ohio Executive Director Reacts to Governor DeWine’s Comments on the Death Penalty COLUMBUS, OHIO – Brian Hickey, executive director of the Catholic Conference
Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17 – Registration will open in August – Who should go?
Ministry Day 2026 on Saturday, October 17. Registration will open in August. Check for updates as the event being planned!
First Friday Divine Mercy Chaplet for Prison Ministry Starts in July
DOY Prison Ministry invites you to join us in praying the Divine Mercy Chaplet at 3pm for 9 First Fridays starting on July 3rd, 2026.
Adoration at the Statehouse – June 2nd: For Unity and Healing in Our Country
All are invited to come and pray at the Ohio Statehouse on Tuesday, June 2nd from 10am – 2pm and contribute to 250 Hours of Adoration.
CHURCH AT HOME COMBINED COLLECTION: Remit to Diocese of Youngstown
For The Church at Home Combined Collection on June 6th and 7th of 2026 please remit these to the Diocese of Youngstown rather than to Catholic Charities as in the past.
Resources
Grant Funding Available
The Office of Peace and Justice has grant opportunities available to help those living in unimaginable hardship.
Diocese of Youngstown Releases “Care for Creation” Action Plan
The plan is based on the late Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ & Laudate Deum
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.
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.
