Author: Collin Vogt

Headshot of Barbara Walko. Photo by Mallory Leann Photo + Design

Meet Barbara Walko

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.”

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Priest blesses Easter baskets. Photo by Robert Zajack.

How long is the Season of Easter?

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.

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Headshot of Meagen Farrell

Meet Meagen Farrell

Meagen Farrell, the Diocese of Youngstown’s communications specialist, is really something of a cross between a Swiss Army knife and a field medic—she does a little bit of everything, helping to streamline and improve communication between the central offices of the diocese and the parishes.

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