Celebrations
October 3, 2025
We have a lot to celebrate this year—both as a universal Church and locally. Let’s start with the people.
County: Columbiana
The Symphony of Vocations
October 3, 2025
A vocation is far richer than a career choice or résumé line. The word itself comes from the Latin vocare, meaning “to call.” And the question at the heart of a vocation is not simply, “What do I want to do with my life?” but rather, “What is God calling me to become?”
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.
From the Archives: Blessing of the Bells
October 2, 2025
ARCHIVES On Wednesday, November 8, 1899, after a Solemn Mass and a Forty Hours Devotion, three bells were blessed
About Saint Pope John Paul II – October 22
October 2, 2025
One of the most prominent of the contemporary saints is Pope John Paul II, the Polish-born pontiff who served as Pope from 1978 to 2005, who traveled to more than 100 countries, and was known for his impact on Catholicism and the larger world.
From the Editor: October 2025
October 2, 2025
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again: We Catholics are great at celebrating. Our annual celebrations have
Father David Merzweiler retires from the priesthood after 48 years.
October 1, 2025
Father Merzweiler was ordained on June 18, 1977, at St. Columba Cathedral by Bishop James Malone.
Father Stephen Wassie retires from the priesthood after 45 years
October 1, 2025
Father Wassie was ordained to the priesthood on December 1, 1979, by Bishop Malone at St. Columba Cathedral.
Sister Maryann Humenik – 75 Jubilee
October 1, 2025
In the Diocese of Youngstown, Sister Maryann Humenik (Sister Mary Ann Joseph) taught at St. Joseph School in Randolph, St. Peter School in Canton, St. Mary School in Warren, St. Aloysius School in East Liverpool and Immaculate Heart of Mary School in Austintown.
Sister Eileen Kernan – 70 Jubilee
October 1, 2025
Sister Eileen Kernan ministers in spiritual direction, contributing to the Ursuliine Sisters’ community outreach through social media.
