Cathedral Organ Concert Series: Ralph Holtzhauser and Craig Ziobert
All are welcome to an organ concert by Ralph Holtzhauser and Craig Ziobert at the Cathedral of Saint Columba, Youngstown.
Deadline to Sponsor Filming the Chrism Mass
Parishes and other Catholic entities are invited to sponsor the filming for our annual Chrism Mass. Sponsorships are due to diocesan offices or communications@youngstowndiocese.org by March 13, 2026 by 4:00 p.m.
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.
Enthronement of the Sacred Heart
On Sunday, September 28, 2025, we as a diocese will celebrate an enthronement of the Sacred Heart of Jesus in every church.
New Mass Texts for Optional Memorial for St 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. The texts have been posted on the USCCB website at: […]
FDLC Webinar Series
The webinar series “Ars Celebrandi: Something More is Required” is now posted free on the FLDC website (video and handouts). They would serve as an excellent formation piece for Parish Liturgy Committees and/or Parish Adult Faith Formation sessions.
Change in Time for Gold Mass: Sunday November 23rd at 5pm at the Cathedral of St. Columba
Organ and choir concert at 3:45pm with Mass at 5pm and dinner afterwards.
Low Gluten Hosts
It is important for pastors to make every effort to accommodate the experience of Holy Communion for the faithful, including those suffering from celiac disease.
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.
