About Saint Joseph
March 1, 2025
There’s not a Christian anywhere in the world who does not know Saint Joseph, and it is generally agreed that he is one of the most important figures in Christianity.
Author: Collin Vogt
Meet Chris Jickess
March 1, 2025
Chris Jickess, diocesan director of accounting and financial reporting, knew she wanted a change in her life, and God heard her prayers—even though she hadn’t started looking for a new job yet.
Understanding Catholic Funeral Rites
November 1, 2024
In the Catholic Church, a funeral is as much about honoring the life of the faithful departed as it is about consoling those left behind. The funeral rites of the Church—the vigil, funeral liturgy and the committal (burial)—exist to intercede on behalf of those who have passed away and to bring closure to the living.
Healer of Our Every Ill
October 4, 2024
The inheritance of the Catholic faith is so rich with incredible people who are still accessible to us now, through our prayers—so who are some to whom you can pray for your health or the health of a loved one?
Chefs for Charity
September 1, 2024
The inaugural Chefs for Charity event will be held September 26 at the Eastwood Event Center in Niles.
What is the Exaltation of the Holy Cross?
September 1, 2024
September 14f is the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross—not a person, and not a celebration of a particularly important liturgical event. So, what exactly are we feasting about?
St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish, Jefferson, celebrates its church building’s 100th anniversary
August 1, 2024
The origins of St. Joseph Calasanctius Parish can be traced back to the 1850s. At the time, Catholicism was still largely persecuted in America, but the Catholic community in Jefferson requested a Mass from Bishop Joshua Young of Erie, Pennsylvania.
Immaculate Conception Parish, Ravenna, celebrates 170 years
August 1, 2024
This year, Immaculate Conception Parish in Ravenna is celebrating its 170th anniversary. The parish can trace its history back to 1853, when a group of eight Catholic railroad workers living in Earlville, which is known today as Twin Lakes, began worshipping together.
The Cursillo Movement of the Youngstown Diocese celebrates 60 years
August 1, 2024
This year, the Cursillo Movement is celebrating the 60th anniversary of its first retreat held in the Diocese of Youngstown.
Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish, Austintown, celebrates 70 years
August 1, 2024
n January 1954, the newly-minted Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish celebrated its first Mass as a community in the auditorium of Fitch High School, led by Monsignor Andrew Prokop.
