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The Catholic Surge: The faith remains constant while secularism dies. A church rises between two modern buildings.

The Catholic Surge: Why Secularism is Dying

June 3, 2026

With record numbers of new Catholics entering the church, learn what’s leading the Catholic Surge and what lessons we can take from it.

illustration showing a migrant family on the background of a flag.

Immigration Webinar Recap

May 26, 2026

The dioceses of Michigan and Ohio organized a webinar to inform their team of Church leaders about issues relating to immigration and the Church on April 24. It emphasized human dignity and allowed participants to reflect on how to respond collectively to the immigration crisis of today.

Painting of the Holy Trinity, Jesus, Father, and Holy Spirit.

What the Trinity Reveals About Love, Heaven, and You

May 22, 2026

Catholic Echo Columnist Linda Bader on the relationship of God, Jesus Christ and the Holy Spirit as the Trinity for the Solemnity of the Holy Trinity on May 31.

Guided by Faith: Seminarian Arthur Bodenschatz to be ordained as Transitional Deacon on June 6

May 20, 2026

Seminarian Arthur Bodenschatz will be ordained a Transitional Deacon at his home parish, Saint Paul North Canton, at 10:30 am on June 6th.

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

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.

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.