Easter - The Catholic Echo

Mother and daughter light a candle at the Easter Vigil

Easter Vigil at Our Lady of Peace Parish

April 9, 2023

The parish welcomed four candidates in the faith and had four baptisms during the Easter Vigil.

Parishioners hold candles during the beginning of Mass at the Easter Vigil in Columbiana

Easter Vigil at St. Jude Parish

April 8, 2023

St. Jude Parish in Columbiana welcomed five candidates in the faith, and Our Lady of Lourdes in East Palestine welcomed one during the Easter Vigil at St. Jude’s on Saturday, April 9, 2023.

Fr. Kelly blesses more than 20 Easter Baskets around the altar at St. Rose.

Blessing of Easter Food at St. Rose Parish

April 8, 2023

On Holy Saturday, April 8, 2023, St. Rose Parish in Girard held their annual Blessing of Easter Food.

Easter Sunday

February 24, 2023

Prepare for the Easter season with resources from the Office of Faith Formation and Lay Ecclesial Ministry. Please visit

Easter Triduum (Offices Closed)

February 24, 2023

Diocesan offices will be closed in respect for the Holy Days. Please enjoy your celebration.

Rice Bowl | Plato de Arroz | Catholic Relief Services

February 24, 2023

Make a donation to CRS Rice Bowl to help communities overcome hunger and malnutrition. Your almsgiving will make a difference for families trying to escape poverty and thrive.