Letter from the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar on Funeral Visitation at Churches
Bishop Bonnar addresses the decision behind funeral visitation being eliminated in church buildings or facilities starting December 1
Columbiana County Jubilee Mass
Columbiana County Jubilee Celebration: Saturday, September 20, 2025, 5:00 pm Mass, Saint Philip Neri Parish, 11297 Gavers Rd, Hanoverton, OH 44423
Letter from the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar on School Safety and New Task Force
Bishop Bonnar addresses school safety in light of the tragedy in Minneapolis Minnesota. A new special Task Force to address safety and security issues at parishes and schools.
Letter from the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar on Immigration & the Catholic Church
Accompanying the Pastoral Letter from the Catholic Conference of Ohio, Bishop Bonnar urges our diocesan community to learn more about the Catholic Church’s Principles of Immigration and our role in advocating for immigration reform.
Enthronement of the Sacred Heart
On Sunday, September 28, 2025, we as a diocese will celebrate an enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in every church.
Parishes to Celebrate Enthronement of the Sacred Heart on September 28
Bishop Bonnar provides resources to encourage greater devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus: “On Sunday, September 28, 2025, we as a diocese will celebrate an enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in every church.” Additional details have been sent directly to parishes about this special liturgy.
The Score: Talking sports with Bishop David Bonnar
July 9, 2025 on “The Score” on WFMJ, Dana Balash interviewed Youngstown Bishop David Bonnar about sports, including his favorite teams and players, as well as his experience as the Chaplain for the Pittsburgh Steelers.
DOY County Celebrations for the Jubilee of Hope (Bulletin Materials)
The celebrations take place across all six counties. The next event will be: Columbiana County on December 6, 5:00 pm Mass at St. Philip Neri Parish (Hanoverton).
Bishop David J. Bonnar Releases Third Pastoral Letter
The letter is entitled: “Take Heart! Do Not Lose Heart! Behold the Sacred Heart!” It provides prayerful reflections and resources in preparation for an enthronement of the Sacred of Jesus to take place in every church on Sunday, September 28, 2025.
Statement from the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar on Most Rev. Mark Eckman, Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh
Bishop Bonnar offers his prayers and congratulations to Bishop Mark Eckman on his election to 13th Bishop of the Diocese of Pittsburgh.
