Meet Hector Gonzalez
May 8, 2026
Mentoring youth, helping the poor Hector Gonzalez volunteers for the Boy Scouts, the St. Vincent de Paul Society and
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Honoring 2026 Voice of Hope awardees
May 8, 2026
Father William Kraynak, Pastor and Dean of Portage county For Father William Kraynak, charity is a fruit of gratitude.
About Saint Isidore the farmer
May 8, 2026
Saint Isidore the Farmer—also known as Saint Isidore the Laborer—was an 11th-century Spanish peasant known for his sanctity, his
Holy Week Photos
May 8, 2026
The Chrism Mass at St. Columba Cathedral in Youngstown (Mahoning County). Palm Sunday Vigil, March 28, at St. Columba
Why do we use candles in worship?
April 3, 2026
There are few Catholic traditions more ubiquitous than the lighting of candles. From regular Sunday Mass to special occasions—like
Peace be with you
April 3, 2026
Few words in the Gospel are so familiar—and sometimes taken for granted—as Jesus’ greeting to His disciples in the
Fruited Chicken Salad
April 3, 2026
INGREDIENTS 1 can (15 ounces) pineapple chunks 4 cups cooked chicken, diced 1 can (11 ounces) mandarin oranges, drained
The Franciscan family tree
April 3, 2026
Holy men and women influenced by Franciscan teaching In honor of the eighth centenary of Saint Francis’ death in
How are we empowering God’s Children?
April 3, 2026
April is National Child Abuse Prevention Month, which is a time for us to raise awareness about the horrible
Good News: April 2026
April 3, 2026
SECOND CHANCE MONTH April has been declared “Second Chance Month,” a month-long recognition of the critical work of the
