ROME — This morning in Rome, Pope Leo XIV, the first Pope born in the United States, authorized the promulgation of the decree regarding a miracle attributed to the intercession of Venerable Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. This important step clears the way for his beatification.
Today is a day of deep joy for the Church in the United States and for all who love the missions!
Archbishop Sheen served as the National Director of The Pontifical Mission Societies USA (TPMS) from 1950 to 1966, shaping the missionary identity of generations of U.S. Catholics. He traveled the country — both physically and through prophetic use of writing, radio and television — awakening hearts to the needs of mission territories across Africa, Asia, Oceania, and Latin America.
His passion for evangelization was so strong that he left a significant portion of his patrimony — his writings, radio recordings and many other effects — to support the missions he championed.
As we prepare for this historic beatification, you can stay connected with TPMS through their social media channels, where they will share exclusive content on Archbishop Sheen’s life and spirituality in the days ahead:
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Parishes and schools in the Diocese of Youngstown can also post suggested social media content from TPMS using our diocesan license to the Catholic Social Media platform.
Use this link to sign in to your FREE Catholic Social Media account: https://csm.prengersolutions.com/sign-in
If you do not yet have your Catholic Social Media account, or if your email invitation has expired, simply:
- Email support@prengersolutions.com
- Let them know your parish or school name
- Note that you are in the Diocese of Youngstown
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In June 2025, on The Catholic Echo Podcast, Dennis Biviano explored the legacy of Venerable Archbishop Fulton Sheen with Father Jim Korda and Diocesan Chancellor and Archivist Joan Lawson. Listen to the episode today to learn more about the soon-to-be-canonized saint’s impact in the Diocese of Youngstown!
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For local information on missions, please contact Dominic Colucy, at 330-744-8451 x293. Propagation of the Faith and Missions Office, 144 W. Wood St., Youngstown, OH 44503.
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