Praying to the Blessed Mother
May 8, 2026
“Do whatever He tells you.” These words, the last of Mary’s to be recorded in the New Testament, have
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Good News – May 2026
May 8, 2026
EAGLE OF THE CROSS RECIPIENTSThe Office of Youth & Young Adult Accompaniment presented Eagle of the Cross Awards to
Saint Francis of Assisi’s Jubilee Year
May 8, 2026
Save the Dates: Virtual Pilgrimage to Assisi, La Verna and Greccio St. Anthony Church (St. Francis of Assisi Parish)
Meet Hector Gonzalez
May 8, 2026
Mentoring youth, helping the poor Hector Gonzalez volunteers for the Boy Scouts, the St. Vincent de Paul Society and
Honoring 2026 Voice of Hope awardees
May 8, 2026
Father William Kraynak, Pastor and Dean of Portage county For Father William Kraynak, charity is a fruit of gratitude.
Holy Week Photos
May 8, 2026
The Chrism Mass at St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown (Mahoning County). Palm Sunday Vigil, March 28, at St. Columba
2026 Voice of Hope Award Winner: Very Reverend William Kraynak
April 27, 2026
Voice of Hope Award is given out to individuals or organizations who help celebrate the unity and identity of Catholic Charities’ Services in the Diocese of Youngstown.
18 Students From The Diocese of Youngstown Earn Eagle of the Cross Awards
April 22, 2026
The Eagle of the Cross Award has been given out annually to juniors and seniors in the Diocese of Youngstown since 1999.
St. Dominic Parish in Youngstown Celebrates the Living Stations of the Cross
April 9, 2026
Spanish- and English-speaking parishioners came together to create this annual tradition.
Why do we use candles in worship?
April 3, 2026
There are few Catholic traditions more ubiquitous than the lighting of candles. From regular Sunday Mass to special occasions—like
