Personnel and Programming Changes Announced for Communications and Peace & Justice
Meagen Farrell appointed as Communications and Social Concerns Director
Janovick, Noelle
Administrative Assistant, The Catholic Echo & Communications NJanovick@youngstowndiocese.org 144 W Wood St, Youngstown, OH 44503 (330)-744-5251 ext. 305
CHURCH AT HOME COMBINED COLLECTION (Bulletin Materials)
The Diocese of Youngstown will be participating in the Church at Home Combined Collection the weekend of June 6/7, 2026. This important collection supports the Catholic Campaign for Human Development, USCCB Catholic Communications Campaign, and The Catholic University of America/Newman Apostolate.
Vatican News Widget (Publicity Materials)
All Catholic organizations are encouraged to embed the FREE Vatican News widget into your websites. Join DOY for a live meeting about this and other free Catholic resources for your website.
Spectrum News 1 closings announcement system now available to churches
Spectrum News 1 has opened their closings and delays system to churches in the state of Ohio. Register on their website or contact Aaron Hepker at aaron.hepker@charter.com or 614-307-2703.
Recap: A Catholic Approach to AI in Communications
The DOY Department of Communications is here to provide additional training & technical support for diocesan offices, parishes, Catholic schools, and lay organizations.
Diocesan Communications Retreat
Catholic Communications Professionals are invited to a special day with Mass, lunch, updates, and a spiritual reflection by Very Rev. John-Michael Lavelle. RSVP by 11/10
Recap from Diocesan Communications Retreat
Catholic Communications Professionals in the Diocese of Youngstown met on November 18, 2025 at St. Columba Cathedral (Youngstown) to discuss A Catholic approach to AI in Communications.
Contacted by the Press? Let the Communications Department Know!
Have you been contacted by a member of the press or media about happenings in your parish, school or diocesan office? Contact Dennis Biviano, Media Relations & Multimedia Specialist at dbiviano@youngstowndiocese.org.
Reporting Scams or Fraud
If you have been the target of a scam, whether attempted or successful, here are some steps you can take to report it.
