St. Patrick’s Day Dispensation

Bishop Bonnar has granted a dispensation from the obligation of abstinence from meat for St. Patrick’s Day on March 17, 2023.
Hispanic Ministry Summit with Bishop David Bonnar

Press Release | Spanish-Language Event will include Mass and Time for Dialogue. Please note that this announcement is provided in both Spanish and English.
142 persons prepare to become members of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Youngstown

Press Release | Annual Rite of Election begins Lent and final period of preparation for Easter
Voice of Hope Dinner -SOLD OUT!

Join our Annual Voice of Hope Dinner to celebrate the identity of Catholic Charities’ Services in the Diocese of Youngstown, and support Basic Needs Assistance.
Bishop Bonnar’s Homily for the Memorial Masses for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Memorial Masses were held at St. Paul’s in North Canton and St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown on January 3 & 4, 2023.
Rite of Election

The Rite of Election is part of the Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Candidates and catechumens will be presented at St. Columba Cathedral on the First Sunday of Lent.