Spring Ember Days
Ember Days celebrate the new light of springtime; the harvests of wheat, grapes and olives; and anticipate the joy of Easter resurrection.
A New Light Shines on an Old Prayer: Ember Days
This year, the Ember Days of spring would be March 12th, 14th and 15th, 2025. This is an opportunity to give thanks, fast and pray to acknowledge God’s gift of earth’s bounty.
Parishes in the Diocese of Youngstown to host “The Light is On for You” March 19
The Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available in parishes throughout the diocese.
The Light is On for You: 2025 Times & Locations
March 19, 2025 is marked as a common date when the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available in parishes throughout the Diocese of Youngstown.
191 Persons Prepare to Become Members of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Youngstown
Annual Rite of Election begins Lent and final period of preparation for Easter
CRS Rice Bowl
During this sacred season, 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.
Ash Wednesday
Ash Wednesday starts the holy season of Lent, marked by 40 days of fasting, prayer and almsgiving before Easter.
Deadline for Parishes to Submit FREE Fish Fry Guide Listing for The Catholic Echo Magazine
Every parish can claim a basic Fish Fry listing for FREE with the option of sponsoring an enhanced listing. Deadlines in January 2025 for printing in the March 2025 magazine.
The Light is On For You ~ An Evening of Reconciliation
During Lent, Catholics are reminded to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation as part of their Lenten observance in preparation for Easter. This event is a common date when the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available in parishes throughout the diocese
161 persons prepare to become members of the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Youngstown
Annual Rite of Election begins Lent and final period of preparation for Easter
