Communique | April 2023
After 40 days of fasting, we are prepared to begin 50 days of celebration. At the same time, we continue our solidarity with and service to our neighbors in times of poverty in body or spirit.
Holy Week
See your local parish bulletins for details on the celebration of Holy Week, including Palm Sunday, Maundy Thursday, Good Friday, and Easter Vigil.
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.
Parishes in the Diocese of Youngstown to host “The Light is ON for You” on March 8
Press Release | “The Light is ON for You” is an evening when the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available throughout the diocese.
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
Saint Patrick’s Day Dispensation
Bishop Bonnar has granted a dispensation from the Lenten obligation of abstinence from meat on March 17, 2023 in celebration of St. Patrick’s Day.
February offers more than you think
The cold barrenness of February can be so deceiving. While outside it appears that life and growth has halted momentarily, do not be misled.
Lent
The Season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday. All Catholics are encouraged to practice prayer, sacrifice, and almsgiving. We prepare our hearts to celebrate the Resurrection of Jesus.
Ash Wednesday
The Season of Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, February 14, 2024. All Catholic are encouraged to participate in prayer, sacrifice, and almsgiving.
The Light is On For You ~ An Evening of Reconciliation
Every parish will collaborate to celebrate the Sacrament of Reconciliation that evening with a communal service or individual Reconciliation. See your parish bulletin for details.