Eagle of the Cross 2026
The Eagle of the Cross award is given to outstanding juniors and seniors throughout the Roman Catholic Diocese of Youngstown who exemplify particular zeal in their faith and ministry programs. Awardees are chosen annually by a team of youth ministers and DREs who judge nominations from counties in which they are not located. Up to 3 awards per county for parish involvement, and up to 2 awards per diocesan Catholic high school are awarded each year.
ENCOUNTER Mercy: Diocesan Youth Convention 2026
ENCOUNTER 26 – Registration CLOSED Join hundreds of teens from across the Diocese of Youngstown for a day-long event where youth groups gather together for a communal and inspirational faith experience. The day features dynamic breakout sessions, a keynote speaker, Mass with Most Reverend David J. Bonnar, praise and worship, Adoration, and time with friends. […]
Last Day of Discounted Registration for SEEK 26
SEEK is a five-day experience where thousands of Catholics come together to encounter Christ through prayer, Adoration, the sacraments, and inspiring speakers.
SEEK 26
SEEK is a five-day experience where thousands of Catholics come together to encounter Christ through prayer, Adoration, the sacraments, and inspiring speakers.
Conferences and Camps
SEEK26 registration opens on October 15th at MIDNIGHT for the first 25 young adults (ages 18-39) to register with the Diocese of Youngstown using the diocesan discount code. Registrants must be parishioners and/or reside in the Diocese of Youngstown to attend.
Save-the-Dates: Youth, Young Adult, and Campus Ministry Events in 2026
Save these dates, and check in periodically for an updated list of events!
NCYC 2025
The National Catholic Youth Conference in Indianapolis, IN is an annual conference hosted by the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry. The Diocesan Office of Youth and Young Adult Accompaniment is providing the opportunity for youth groups to attend with the larger diocesan Young Church this year!
ENCOUNTER 2026 Sponsorship Packages Available
Sponsorship packages available for our next diocesan youth convention – titled ENCOUNTER MERCY – with a four-year rolling theme of “encounter.” Questions? Please contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org.
Francisco, Maddie
Director, Youth & Young Adult Accompaniment mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org 144 W Wood St, Youngstown, OH 44503 (330) 744-8451; ext. 310 Assignments: Discernment, Formation and Missionary Discipleship Campus Ministry
