Bishop David J. Bonnar’s Homily for Pope Leo XIV Mass at Saint Columba Cathedral

Bishop David J. Bonnar celebrated a Mass for Pope Leo XIV on Monday, May 12 at Saint Columba Cathedral
Solemn Vespers for clergy, religious, deacons and lay staff

From Bishop David J Bonnar: “Habemus Papam! We have a Pope! We rejoice in the announcement of American Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope with the name Pope Leo XIV. May God bless our new pontiff with the graces he needs to be a good shepherd with the heart of Jesus Christ! In gratitude for this […]
Mass for Pope Leo XIV

From Bishop David J Bonnar: “Habemus Papam! We have a Pope! We rejoice in the announcement of American Cardinal Robert Prevost as Pope with the name Pope Leo XIV. May God bless our new pontiff with the graces he needs to be a good shepherd with the heart of Jesus Christ! In gratitude for this […]
Bishop David J. Bonnar’s statement on Pope Robert Francis Prevost

The Church of Youngstown celebrates with gratitude, joy and hope the election of Pope Leo XIV. In thanksgiving, Bishop Bonnar will celebrate Mass on May 12 at 7pm in St. Columba Cathedral and May 14 at 4pm in Immaculate Conception Church in Ravenna. All are welcome!
Bishop Bonnar to Celebrate Mass and Adoration in Anticipation of Conclave

The conclave to elect the 267th Pope begins on May 7 in Rome
Bishop David J. Bonnar Statement on the Death of Pope Francis

Bishop Bonnar will take questions from the media following Mass
Bishop Bonnar writes about the heart in America Magazine

America Magazine published a story written by our very own Bishop David J. Bonnar, titled, “The human heart and the Sacred Heart: What Pope Francis can teach us about a holy devotion.” In this reflection, Bishop Bonnar discusses the human heart, Pope Francis’ encyclical on the human heart, titled Dilexit Nos, and the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
Bishop Bonnar’s Homily for the Memorial Masses for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Memorial Masses were held at St. Paul’s in North Canton and St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown on January 3 & 4, 2023.
Death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI

Press Release | Bishop Bonnar: “Pope Benedict’s story is one of humble and faithful service to the Church rooted in a passionate commitment to promoting and protecting the Truth of the Gospel.”
Reflections on my audience with the Holy Father, Pope Francis

Bishop Bonnar writes from Rome on celebrating Holy Mass at Saint Peter’s Basilica, followed by a private audience with the Holy Father, Pope Francis.