What is a basilica?
August 1, 2024
This year, the Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Youngstown is celebrating its 10th anniversary of becoming a minor basilica. But what is a basilica?
Author: Collin Vogt
Divine Destinations
June 1, 2024
Within a short drive from the Diocese of Youngstown, there are numerous ways to engage in spiritual retreats or pilgrimages.
What is a relic?
June 1, 2024
The word “relic” derives from the Latin reliquere, which means “to abandon, or leave behind.” Catholic relics—items associated with canonized saints or Jesus Christ—have always held an important place in Catholic spirituality.
Meet Dominic Colucy
June 1, 2024
Dominic Colucy, the Diocese of Youngstown’s Safe Environment and victim assistance coordinator, never expected to find himself working outside a classroom—he was pursuing a teaching career when he realized God had other plans for him.
Parish Festival Directory
May 2, 2024
A listing of the parish festivals across the diocese this summer.
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.
