Day: July 28, 2023

their hands upon the ordinands, signifying the unity of the priesthood. Photo by Brian Keith

Answering the Call

On Saturday, June 17, 2023, Bishop David Bonnar ordained three new priests for the Diocese of Youngstown: Father Bob England, Father John Rovnak and Father Frederick “Fritz” Schleuter.

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Father Conoby unveils the St. Michael Statue from St. Michael Church in Windham (closed in 2022) at its new home at St. Ambrose Parish in Garrettsville.

Preserving, Praying with the Past

One of the first things Bishop David Bonnar did when arriving in the Youngstown Diocese early in 2021 was to establish the Office of Patrimony, which is responsible for the safekeeping, maintenance and dispensation of items from closed churches. Learn more.

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About Saint John Vianney

Saint Jean-Baptiste-Marie Vianney, known as “John” in English, “the Cure of Ars,” was a 19th century French priest known for sanctity, pastoral zeal, supernatural gifts and unique insights as a confessor.

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Hosting a Seminarian at Your Parish

At Mass, you may have heard Father announce the news that your parish will be hosting a seminarian—either during the summer, Christmas and Easter break or the whole year. What can you, as a parishioner, do to help in this process?

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