The Saints teach humility
November 6, 2026
Since I became a Bishop, there are many things I enjoy that I do not get to do much
Category: Bishop Bonnar Messages
How is your prayer life?
October 9, 2026
Many years ago, when I was a just a new priest, I remember U.S. Catholic Magazine doing a survey
Become more committed to celebrating “the now”
September 9, 2026
Welcome to the annual celebrations issue of The Catholic Echo, in which we celebrate significant moments happening in this
Cultivating a Heart that Listens
August 7, 2026
Perhaps you have heard the familiar joke about the mother who knocked on her son’s bedroom door early in
Artificial Intelligence’s Impact on the World
June 5, 2026
During the Second Vatican Council, the Church published a document on her relationship with the world, known as Gaudium
On human dignity and national security
May 8, 2026
During these last few months, I have been reviewing the prayer intentions that are submitted to me by our
His good news brings healing to heartache
April 3, 2026
Do you remember the first time you experienced pain? I was first introduced to physical pain as a little
Bringing Christ to the world
March 6, 2026
The context of our reality is that the Diocese of Youngstown is one of 87 “mission dioceses” in the
Bishop Column: Return to Me with your whole heart
February 6, 2026
If you have traveled through any major airport, you are likely familiar with “people movers” that expedite one’s movement.
Diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy
December 5, 2025
Numbers tell a story. As I reflect on our recent Diocesan Jubilee Pilgrimage to Italy, I would like to
