Ministry Day 2026
To assist with your advanced calendar planning: the next diocesan MINISTRY DAY will take place on Saturday, October 17, 2026. Check for updates throughout the year as those involved in almost every ministry in our parishes, schools and institutions will gather for prayer, learning, inspiration and networking with others called to missionary discipleship in northeast […]
Transitional Diaconate Ordination
The Transitional Diaconate Ordination is currently scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, at The Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown.
New Ritual Book – The Order of the Anointing of the Sick and of Their Pastoral Care – Revised Edition
A timeline of implementation has been announced by the USCCB along with publishers who will be offering the new ritual book. The book is currently available for pre-order and may be shipped beginning January 1, 2026.
New Mass Texts for September 5 – Optional Memorial for Saint Teresa of Calcutta
The Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments, by a decree issued June 24, 2025, has confirmed the English and Spanish translations of the Collect and suggested Lectionary readings for the Optional Memorial of Saint Teresa of Calcutta on September 5th.
Retired Priest Luncheon
All retired priests are invited to a Fall Luncheon with Bishop Bonnar. RSVP by September 11, 2025 to Sr. Dorothy Pawlus (330-744-8451 ext. 232) or dpawlus@youngstowndiocese.org
Priest Convocation
Further information regarding the convocation will be sent to priests directly by the Office of Clergy & Religious Services. Daily Mass and other service times may be changed at parishes and schools to accommodate this event. September 8, 2025 (p.m.) – September 11, 2025 Title: Pilgrims of Hope—Hope does not disappoint… let us be drawn […]
Webinar Series | The Art of Celebrating: Something More is Required | Federation of Diocesan Liturgical Commissions (FDLC)
FDLC Free Webinar Series: The Art of Celebrating: Something More is Required every Wednesday at 1-2:15 p.m. for five weeks.
SAVE THE DATES! Priest Events in 2025
Ongoing Education & Formation: “Putting the Heart of Christ in the Ministry of the Priest” – October 28, 1:00 p.m. via WebEx. Advent Day of Recollection on December 16, 2025 (dinner included).
Priest Advent Day of Recollection
Priests planning to attend are asked to RSVP their dinner reservation by December 12, 2024 to the Office of Clergy and Religious Services.
New Ritual Book – Holy Communion and Worship of the Eucharistic Mystery Outside of Mass
Deacons, Diocesan Pastoral Associates, and Lay Leaders of Prayer should familiarize themselves with the new “The Order of Distributing Holy Communion Outside of Mass” with implementation of the new service no later than December 1, 2024.
