
From the Editor: November 2025
As the Jubilee of Hope comes to a close and we enter this month of thankfulness, it is easy

As the Jubilee of Hope comes to a close and we enter this month of thankfulness, it is easy

We have a lot to celebrate this year—both as a universal Church and locally. Let’s start with the people.

I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again: We Catholics are great at celebrating. Our annual celebrations have

A Q&A with the diocese’s most recently-ordained priest.


Learn about the new bishop of Sioux City Iowa, from his friends, family and colleagues at the Diocese of Youngstown.

On behalf of the Diocese of Youngstown, the Catholic Echo staff and its readers, we extend our hearty congratulations, and we wish you the best as you embark on this journey. God bless you!

“We are an Easter people and Alleluia is our song!” said Saint Augustine of Hippo. Indeed, Easter is the capstone of the liturgical year—an event we look forward to throughout each preceding season. Regardless of the season, we get a small taste of Easter when we gather around the holy table at Mass, and as such, Easter and food and tradition are at the core of who we are.

Why was Lent so late this year? Editor Katie Wagner explains.

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Located in Northeast Ohio, the Diocese of Youngstown includes six counties; Ashtabula, Columbiana, Mahoning, Portage, Stark and Trumbull.