Reflections on my audience with the Holy Father, Pope Francis
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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.
Bella Roma!
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Bishop Bonnar writes about his experience at the Formation Course for New Bishops in Rome, and his upcoming meeting with Pope Francis.
Bishop Bonnar to meet with Pope Francis, after a week of formation for new bishops
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On Monday, September 19, the Most Rev. David J. Bonnar, Bishop of Youngstown, will celebrate Holy Mass with the Holy Father, Pope Francis, at Saint Peter’s Basilica in Rome.