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Tradition opens the door
On December 16, parishioners and visitors gathered for the first night of Las Posadas, a nine-day novena reenacting Mary and Joseph’s search for shelter before the birth of Christ.
Gold Mass Crowns Christ the King at Cathedral
Celebrating the sovereignty of Christ over all creation, the Diocese of Youngstown marked the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe on November 23 with a liturgy centered on the very people who help the Church proclaim that truth in song.
Making Responsible Citizens
Civics education in our Catholic schools Catholic schools strive to not only cultivate faith, spiritual growth and academic rigor but also prepare students for the
Preparing the Way
Advent traditions across the Diocese of Youngstown Your front lawn is awash in a rust and gold-colored quilt of fallen leaves. The windshield of your
The Good News: December 2025
ANNUAL WEEK OF PRAYER FOR CHRISTIAN UNITY The diocesan Office of Ecumenical and Interreligious Affairs invites all parishes to participate in the annual Week of
Behind the All Souls Jubilee Mass
An interview with Bishop David Bonnar, following the All Souls Jubilee observance at All Souls Cemetery Cortland on October 25
2025 Diocesan Football Review
To paraphrase Charles Dickens, the 2025 diocesan football season was the best of times and the worst of times—with three diocesan schools qualifying for the
Sister Martha Cadden – 60th Jubilee
Sister Martha presents her reflections on the occasion of her 60th Jubilee.
Catholic Communications Professionals Reflect on the Promise & Dangers of AI
More than thirty communications professionals from parishes, schools and diocesan offices gathered in the Saint Columba Cathedral Parish Center for fellowship and reflection, with another six participating live remotely.
Community Day of Hope unites Catholic mission, local services in Warren
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.
Catholics Unite in Service at Community Day of Hope
The first “Community Day of Hope” was held at Saint Teresa of Calcutta Parish-Blessed Sacrament Church on Saturday, November 15, 2025.
Bishop Bonnar’s Reflections on the Sacred Heart at the First Friday Club
On October 2nd, Bishop David J. Bonnar spoke at the First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown with his reflections on the Sacred Heart of Jesus.
