Andrew Dinners
Names collected through the “Called by Name” program will be personally invited to Andrew Dinners to be held on Monday, April 13, and Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Andrew Dinners
Names collected through the “Called by Name” program will be personally invited to Andrew Dinners to be held on Monday, April 13, and Wednesday, April 15, 2026.
Transitional Diaconate Ordination
The Transitional Diaconate Ordination is currently scheduled for Saturday, June 6, 2026, at The Cathedral of Saint Columba in Youngstown.
Vocation Ministry Workshop for Parish Vocation Promotion & Ministry Committees
Vocation Ministry is hosting a Parishioner Workshop at Immaculate Conception Parish in Ravenna. Registration is required; links have been sent to all pastors.
Parish Vocation Ministry & Called By Name Initiative
SAVE THE DATE: The Office of Church Vocations is sponsoring “Called By Name” on the weekend of January 24 & 25, 2026. Contact the Office of Vocations at vocations@youngstowndiocese.org.
Bishop Bonnar Calls for a New Class of Permanent Deacons (Bulletin Materials)
The Office of the Permanent Diaconate is now accepting inquiries from men who perceive the Holy Spirit’s call to serve the Church in the ministries of the liturgy, the Word, and charity.
BBQ with the Bishop
RSVP HERE: https://tinyurl.com/4hdvrph8 Bishop David Bonnar warmly invites all young men—from high school age up to about 35—to join him for an evening of food, fellowship, and prayer. Whether you’re actively discerning the priesthood or simply wondering what God may be calling you to next, you are welcome. Come spend time with the bishop, our […]
JOHNSON, V.F., VERY REV. CHAD
Diocesan Priest cjohnson@youngstowndiocese.org Mail: 199 Seventh St, Columbiana 44408 Assignments: Pastor, St. Jude Parish (Columbiana), Office: 180 Seventh St, Columbiana 4440; Phone: 330-482-2351 Pastor, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish (East Palestine), Parish Office at St. Jude (above) Pastor, St. Patrick Parish (Leetonia), Parish Office at St. Jude (above) Dean, Columbiana County Deanery Chaplain, Ursuline High […]
Diocese of Youngstown to Host Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic June 30
The third annual, sponsor driven event will support and promote Church Vocations
Welcome Rev. William Wainio, Co-Director of Vocations!
Bishop Bonnar has assigned Fr. Will Wainio as Co-Director of the Office of Church Vocations, in addition to his current responsibilities, and in collaboration with continuing Co-Director Fr. Chad Johnson.
