Solemn Vespers for clergy, religious, deacons and lay staff

20 people lined up in three rows on steps in the sanctuary of a church, smiling

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

Bishop Bonnar in gold and white vestments preaches a homily in St. Columba Cathedral during Easter season, April 24, 2025. Photo by Courtney Poullas

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 writes about the heart in America Magazine

Bishop Bonnar meets Pope Francis, copyright 2022 courtesy of Vatican Media, all rights reserved

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.

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.”