February is National Black History Month

February is National Black History Month and provides an opportunity to highlight the National Black Catholic Congress.
International Day of Prayer and Awareness Against Human Trafficking

On February 8, Catholics all over the world are encouraged to host or attend prayer services to create greater awareness about this phenomenon.
Catholic Relief Services – Rice Bowl Collection

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.
Return Your CRS Rice Bowl

During this sacred season of Lent, CRS Rice Bowl invites us to reflect on how caring for our neighbor is caring for Christ.
World Day of Migrants and Refugees

“Migrants, missionaries of hope” is the Message of Pope Leo XIV for the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees (WDMR). It will be celebrated this year on 4 and 5 October on the occasion of the Jubilee of Migrants.
Kolbe Gathering in Youngstown Canceled

Kolbe Gathering is a place for the formerly incarcerated and their families to join with parish-based volunteers in spiritual support and fellowship. Our gatherings take place on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the month 6-7 pm at three locations: Immaculate Conception Parish (Ravenna), St. Joseph Calasantius Parish (Jefferson) and SS. Peter & Paul Church (Youngstown).
Diocese of Youngstown Releases “Care for Creation” Action Plan

The plan is based on the late Pope Francis’ Laudato Si’ & Laudate Deum
Pick Up Your CRS Rice Bowl for Lent

During this sacred season of Lent, CRS Rice Bowl invites us to reflect on how caring for our neighbor is caring for Christ.
Mass for Life with Bishop Bonnar

Bishop Bonnar will preside at a Mass for Life at 10:30 am at St. Columba Cathedral, Youngstown (154 W. Wood St.). All are welcome.
Respect Life Month

During the month of October, the Church asks us to reflect more deeply on the dignity of every human life.