Parish Festival Directory
May 1, 2024
A listing of the parish festivals across the diocese this summer.
Author: Collin Vogt
The Origins of the Rosary
May 1, 2024
While the rosary is certainly not a modern concept, it is a surprisingly recent addition to our spiritual practice. It first appeared in its current form in the 16th century.
Meet Ralph Holtzhauser
May 1, 2024
Ralph Holtzhauser’s love of music has always been deeply rooted in his faith, and as the diocesan music director and director of music for St. Columba Cathedral Parish, he wants to bring that joy to every parish.
A Solid Foundation
April 1, 2024
Parishioners from across the Stark County Deanery joined Habitat for Humanity in building a home for Canton residents Drew and Aysha Mathis and their children.
Catholic Charities Serving Portage and Stark Counties Offers Baby Boutique
April 1, 2024
If you ever wanted to know how your donation to the Diocesan Appeal gets spent, the first place you should go is to your regional Catholic Charities agency.The number of ways they help people will probably make your head spin.
Understanding Papal Documents
April 1, 2024
Each pope writes dozens—if not more—of documents during his reign. Some of the most important types of documents the pope writes (in order of level of importance) are: apostolic constitutions, encyclicals and apostolic exhortations.
Meet Barbara Walko
April 1, 2024
Barbara Walko, the diocesan director of the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry, uses the following phrases to describe her office: “far-reaching,” “multi-faceted,” “always interesting” and “never a dull moment.”
How long is the Season of Easter?
March 1, 2024
At 50 days long, the Easter Season occupies the longest liturgical season of the year, outside of Ordinary Time. It comes after the conclusion of Lent and the Sacred Paschal Triduum, where we commemorate Jesus’ Passion, death and resurrection.
Meet Michael Houy
March 1, 2024
Houy helps support the Annual Diocesan Appeal and manages the diocese’s social media presence.
Faith Fact: What is a communal reconciliation service?
February 1, 2024
And how does it differ from individual confession? Find out before The Light is ON For You—An Evening of Reconciliation.
