How to Celebrate Halloween as Catholics
October 7, 2026
Halloween has Catholic roots, but some Christians fear celebrating it is sinful. A Catholic mom explains why and offers tips for reclaiming Halloween.
Author: Courtney Poullas
St. Catherine of Siena Parish celebrates 100th anniversary of St. Charles community
September 21, 2026
The Catholic presence in Boardman is strong and growing.
How Cry Rooms Help Parents Focus on Their Faith
September 2, 2026
A young Catholic mother reflects on cry rooms, the stress of Mass without one, and why noisy children still belong in church.
Saint John School opens new student center.
August 20, 2025
The new center houses a variety of updated classrooms, tutoring and engagement centers, a high school cafeteria and renewed campus ministry.
Last Supper Statue added to Youngstown landscape
May 27, 2025
On Wednesday, May 21, world-renowned sculptor Timothy Schmalz’s Last Supper sculpture was dedicated at Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica in Youngstown.
AI in Education
December 2, 2024
Artificial Intelligence is changing how we educate. Read about how it affects our Catholic schools.
Sister Anne Victory, H.M., leads several Northeast Ohio anti-human trafficking efforts
December 2, 2024
Leader, follower of Christ and advocate for all humans. All of these describe Humility of Mary Sister Anne Victory, a 2024 laureate of the International Union of Superiors General’s Sisters Anti-Trafficking Awards.
SVDP Mahoning moves dining hall to Broadway Community Campus
November 1, 2024
In 2024, three organizations in Mahoning County were seeking to relocate to continue serving the community through recovery housing, mental health services, meals, food pantry access and clothing.
The Diocese of Youngstown welcomes the Conference of Slovak Clergy
September 19, 2024
On September 18, members of the Conference of Slovak Clergy convened at St. Columba Cathedral for a Mass celebrating the Feast of Saint Robert Bellarmine.
Diocesan vicar general speaks about Our Lady of Fatima statue as it tours the diocese
August 15, 2024
“Authentic messages produce four signs in people’s lives: God-centeredness, deeper love for others, living the cross and simplicity of lifestyle. If one’s focus moves from being God-centered, there is trouble. Authentic Marian messages lead us to live in total dependence on God.”
