Transitional Diaconate Ordination
Arthur Bodenschaltz is preparing for the Transitional Diaconate Ordination on Saturday, June 6, 2026 at St Paul Parish, North Canton.
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 Leads to St. Andrew Dinners
The Office of Church Vocations has invited young men nominated through the “Called by Name” initiative to learn more at a Saint Andrew Dinner on either April 13th or 15th. 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
On Friday, July 17, 2026 at 6 pm, men high school age and older are invited to meet Bishop Bonnar in a relaxed and informal setting at Kent State Newman Center. It will be an evening of food, fellowship, prayer, and fun. All priests are welcome and encouraged to invite young men from their parishes […]
JOHNSON, V.F., VERY REV. CHAD
Diocesan Priest cjohnson@youngstowndiocese.org Mail: 199 Seventh St, Columbiana 44408 Assignments: Pastor, St. Carlo Acutis Parish (Columbiana, E Palestine & Leetonia), Office: 180 Seventh St, Columbiana 4440; Phone: 330-482-2351 Dean, Columbiana County Deanery Chaplain, Ursuline High School (Youngstown) Diocesan Co-Director of Vocations, 144 West Wood St, Youngstown, OH 44503; Phone: 330-744-8451 x282 – Facebook Instagram
Diocese of Youngstown to Host Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic June 30
The third annual, sponsor driven event will support and promote Church Vocations
Seminarian Support Collection (Good Shepherd Sunday)
In honor of Good Shepherd Sunday, all parishes in the Diocese of Youngstown will be taking a second collection to support our diocesan seminarians. Please be generous.
2026 Vocations Bulletin Blurbs & Intercessions – Cycle A (Bulletin Materials)
Please use these weekly reflections to help promote vocations to the priesthood and religious life in your parish community and school.
Deadline to Sponsor Third Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic
The Annual Bishop’s Golf Classic benefiting Seminarian Formation is scheduled for Monday, June 30, 2025 at The Lake Club.
