
The Hidden Meaning of the Sacred Heart
Why the Sacred Heart? Scripture reveals the heart as the center of conscience, desire, and will—and Christ’s call to give Him our whole heart.

Why the Sacred Heart? Scripture reveals the heart as the center of conscience, desire, and will—and Christ’s call to give Him our whole heart.

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.

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

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.

The Eagle of the Cross Award has been given out annually to juniors and seniors in the Diocese of Youngstown since 1999.


Saint Patrick’s story reassures us that God does not call the perfectly equipped—He equips those who respond. What matters most is not the size of the commitment, but the generosity of the heart. Even small acts, offered consistently, can become powerful witnesses to God’s love.

St. Philip Neri Parish in Dungannon Township hosted its final Mass on Saturday, February 14, 2026

Father Nicholas Mancini died on January 14, 2026, at 79 years old.

The project is the inaugural medical respite initiative of Catholic Charities Regional Agency and was developed in partnership with Mercy Health St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital, Mercy Health Foundation Mahoning Valley, Meridian HealthCare, the Ursuline Sisters of Youngstown, the Sisters of the Humility of Mary and private donors.