February is National Black History Month

February is National Black History Month and provides an opportunity to highlight the National Black Catholic Congress.
International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking

On February 8, Catholics all over the world are encouraged to host or attend prayer services to create greater awareness about this phenomenon.
February is Catholic Charities Awareness Month
February designated as “Catholic Charities Awareness Month” in the Diocese of Youngstown.
Catholic Relief Services – Rice Bowl Collection

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.
Catholic Diocese of Youngstown Announces Emergency Food Drive

The initiative is a call to serve the poor and vulnerable in our midst
Catholic Charities Announces Annual Season of Giving Campaign

Various in-person & online events, including Giving Tuesday, Breakfast with Bishop Bonnar
LUNCH AND LEARN – Ashtabula County

Topic: Protecting Our Most Vulnerable Neighbors. Event is free, but registration is required. A light lunch will be provided.
Kolbe Gathering in Youngstown Canceled

Kolbe Gathering is a place for the formerly incarcerated and their families to join with parish-based volunteers in spiritual support and fellowship. Our gatherings take place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 6-7 pm at three locations: Immaculate Conception Parish (Ravenna), St. Joseph Calasantius Parish (Jefferson) and SS. Peter & Paul Church (Youngstown).
Lunch and Learn: Compassion & Clarity: Understanding End-of-Life Care and Grief

RSVP Download PDF Flyer When: June 17th, 2025 Where: St. Edward Church 240 Tod Lane Youngstown, OH 44504 Time: 12:00 pm (doors open at 11:45 a.m.) Topic: Compassion & Clarity: Understanding End-of-Life Care and Grief A free lunch will be provided.
Diocese of Youngstown Releases “Care for Creation” Action Plan

The plan is based on the late Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ & Laudate Deum