News of the Diocese

Bishop Malesic: Ashes symbolize our human limitations, mortality and sins

“I truly enjoy this holy season of increased fasting prayer and almsgiving,” Bishop Edward Malesic told the congregation at the noon Mass ...

To follow Jesus, we must stand against the inhumane treatment of others – a special message from Bishop Malesic

As we bring Black History Month to a close, it is imperative to remember that we must respect all human life, from conception through natural death. ...

Diaconal candidates called to ministry of acolyte

Holy Spirit Parish in Garfield Heights welcomed members of the permanent diaconate community, including those in formation, their families and friends...

Healing, help are focuses of 2023 Catholic Charities Appeal

The faithful throughout the eight-county Diocese of Cleveland will hear how they can contribute to the 2023 Catholic Charities Appeal during the in-pe...

Lent begins on Ash Wednesday, Feb. 22

Ash Wednesday is Feb. 22, which begins the 40-day solemn season of Lent. Distribution of ashes will take place in churches across the eigh...

Five Saint Mary seminarians instituted as acolytes

Youngstown Bishop David Bonnar presided at the institution of five Saint Mary seminarians as acolytes during a Mass Feb. 10 in Sacred Heart Chapel at ...

St. Ambrose School welcomes Bishop Woost for Mass, visit

Bishop Michael Woost spent some time with students at St. Ambrose School in Brunswick during his first visit there since being ordained auxiliary bish...