Author: Katie Wagner

Photo of religious during Mass. Photo by Brian Keith.

Celebrations

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

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bishop-elect poses with his dog, Arwen

No, It’s Iowa!

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

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Cover of May issue, featuring Bishop Keehner Kneeling

From the Editor: May 2025

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! 

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Cover of the April 2025 issue of The Catholic Echo, featuring an easter fire.

From the Editor: April 2025

“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.

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