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Father Frank Zanni | Obituary
Father Frank Zanni, 69, of Youngstown, peacefully passed away on Friday evening, surround by loved ones. Father Zanni will always be remembered for his humbleness, generosity, leadership and devotion to his family, parishioners and friends.
Bishop Bonnar writes about the heart in America Magazine
On January 16, 2025, America Magazine published a story written by our very own Bishop David J. Bonnar, titled, “The human heart and the Sacred
Reverend John Keehner Named Bishop of Roman Catholic Diocese of Sioux City
Pope Francis has named Reverend John Keehner, a priest of the Diocese of Youngstown, Ohio, the eighth Bishop of the Roman Catholic Diocese of Sioux City, Iowa. This appointment was made public today by Cardinal Christopher Pierre, apostolic nuncio to the United States.
Remembering Monsignor Kolp
Today, we remember life of Monsignor James Kolp who passed away on Thursday, February 6, 2025, at the age of 99. The Canton native served the Diocese of Youngstown for nearly 75 years—he would have celebrated the 75th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood on April 29.
Sister Rose Marie Kramer, HM | Obituary
Sister Rose Marie Kramer, HM, formerly Sister Gilmary, 91, died February 3, 2025, at Villa Maria Community Center.
Sister Marjorie King, HM | Obituary
Sister Marjorie King, HM, formerly Sr. Luellen, 90, died January 31, 2025, at Villa Maria Community Center.
The Good News: February 2025
National Marriage Week, World Day for Consecrated Life and more!
The Good News: December 2024
Read about Catholic Charities’ Warm Hearts for Warm Homes campaign, plus more good news.
Called to be “pilgrims of hope”
On Christmas Eve of this year, His Holiness Pope Francis will open a yearlong celebration known as a Jubilee. The Jubilee will be centered on the theme “Pilgrims of Hope.”
Diocese announces plans for new archives center, storage facility
Bishop Bonnar discussed plans for a state-of-the-art, temperature-controlled facility for storing diocesan archival records and documents. The building will also allow for an archives center with exhibit space and public programing space.
Introducing the All Saints Archival Center
Watch the press conference where Bishop Bonnar formally announced the creation of the diocese’s new All Saints Archival Center.
Diocese of Youngstown to Announce Plans for Archive Facility at Former Sts. Cyril & Methodius Church
Bishop David Bonnar has prioritized an archive facility project for the Diocese of Youngstown since 2022, stressing the importance of the catholic church preserving its rich history that dates back more than two hundred years.
