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Cristina Hernandez does the reading at the fourth annual hispanic summit. Photo by Paulina Montaldo

The Time is Now

March 16, 2026

Inside the diocese’s fourth annual Hispanic Summit

Walking Where Saint Patrick Walked

March 12, 2026

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.

Two priests look at a sign that reads "Altar of our First Mass 1817 celebrated by the Rev. Edward Fenwick D.D. First Bishop of Cincinnati and First Pastor of Dungannon" hung on top of a dresser that was once used as an altar.

Guided by Faith: Remembering the Legacy of Saint Philip Neri Parish of Dungannon 1817-2026

February 23, 2026

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

Father Nicholas Mancini | Obituary

January 16, 2026

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

image of cameramen filming ribbon cutting at Respite of Hope

Respite of Hope offers a safe haven to unhomed people during medical recovery

January 15, 2026

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.

Bishop Bonnar fills censor at all souls cemetery mass

Behind the All Souls Jubilee Mass

December 1, 2025

An interview with Bishop David Bonnar, following the All Souls Jubilee observance at All Souls Cemetery Cortland on October 25

2025 Diocesan Football Review

December 1, 2025

To paraphrase Charles Dickens, the 2025 diocesan football season was the best of times and the worst of times—with

Knights of Columbus serve food at the community day of hope

Community Day of Hope unites Catholic mission, local services in Warren

November 18, 2025

The Diocese of Youngstown’s first-ever Community Day of Hope unfolded Saturday as a sweeping collaboration of parishes, charities, health partners, schools and volunteers—a living expression, organizers say, of what Catholic outreach looks like at its best.

Guided by Faith: Notre Dame Sisters Mary Lisa Novak and Mary Judith Ostrowski reflect upon their faith, friendship, 65th “Iron Jubilee”

October 20, 2025

Throughout the Diocese of Youngstown this year there are more than 40 sisters who are celebrating their 25th to 80th jubilees.

Sacred Heart stained glass from Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish, McDonald.

Why do we venerate the Sacred Heart of Jesus?

October 2, 2025

The Sacred Heart of Jesus is one of the most popular—and mysterious—devotions in the Christian faith. The historical development of this devotion traces the evolving path of Christology and our understanding of His divinity throughout the life of the Church.