Diocesan Vetting Policy for Speakers/Musicians

The Official Diocesan Speaker Vetting Policy for vetting speakers/musicians from outside of the Diocese of Youngstown. Instituted/Updated 2024.
*NEW YOUNG ADULT SERIES* – “Emmaus”

Emmaus is a series of events put on by collaborating parishes in Stark County for Young Adults, ages 18-39, from various backgrounds/parishes. The mission of Emmaus is inspired by Luke 24; it is for young adults in Stark County within the Diocese of Youngstown to journey together and grow in authentic faith and fellowship, to empower them to go forth and live the Gospel.
ARISE: Young Adult Summer Festival on July 26-27, 2024

ARISE is an opportunity for young adults (ages 18-39) across the diocese to pray, laugh and experience God’s love for us, together. Questions/Suggestions? Please contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org.
ARISE 2025 – Registration is LIVE!

ARISE is an opportunity for young adults (ages 18-39) across the diocese to experience authentic community, delve deeper into their faith, and become empowered to go into the world to spread the Gospel message. Questions? Contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org.
OYAYAA Newsletters

The OYAYAA eNewsletter is sent out every two weeks to youth ministry leaders, young adult ministry leaders, campus ministers, and other priests, deacons, and young adults who want to be “in the know” with all things youth, young adult, and campus ministry!
Save-the-Dates: Youth & Young Adult Ministry Events in 2025

[HS] April 28 — Eagle of the Cross; NCYC – November 20-23, 2025
Deadline for Eagle of the Cross Award Nominations

Nominations for Eagle of the Cross 2025 are now being accepted until Friday, February 28 at 3:00 P.M. Contact Maddie Francisco at mfrancisco@youngstowndiocese.org or (330) 744-8451 x 310.
Theology on Tap

Theology on Tap is an invitation to young adults (18-39) to delve deeper in their faith and in community with other members of the Church.
Christmas in the Cabin & Christmas at the Orchard

Young adults, bring your favorite dish to share for dinner, as well as a gift ($10 or less) to participate in the White Elephant gift exchange! The Christmas celebration will take place in two different locations this year.
Listen, Teach, Send: A National Pastoral Framework for Youth and Young Adult Ministries

Listen Teach Send is a new framework for ministry with Youth and Young Adults approved by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops in June of 2024.