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Year of St. Joseph
With the Apostolic Letter “Patris corde” (“With a Father’s Heart”), Pope Francis recalls the 150th anniversary of the declaration of Saint Joseph as Patron of the Universal Church. To mark the occasion, the Holy Father has proclaimed a “Year of Saint Joseph” from December 8, 2020, to December 8, 2021.
The Holy Father wrote Patris corde against the backdrop of the Covid-19 pandemic, which, he says, has helped us see more clearly the importance of “ordinary” people who, though far from the limelight, exercise patience and offer hope every day. In this, they resemble Saint Joseph, “the man who goes unnoticed, a daily, discreet and hidden presence,” who nonetheless played “an incomparable role in the history of salvation.”Visit Our Patron Saint page to delve into all things Saint Joseph
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- Becky Eldridge Explains Lectio Divina
- Lectio Divina to 2nd Week in Lent
- Pope Francis' Message for Lent
- How To Get Started During Lent
- Catholic Sisters Week - Challenge to End Hunger
- Catholic Relief Services - Rice Bowl
- Simply Catholic - Guide to Lent
- 2020-21 The Year of St. Joseph
- Portage County Digital Doctrine
- United States Conference of Catholic Bishops
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Prayer
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Today's Readings
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Reading I Ez 18:21-28Responsorial Psalm 130:1-2, 3-4, 5-7a, 7bc-8Gospel Mt 5:20-26
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Word on Fire
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St. Brigid - Feb. 1
St. Agatha - Feb. 5
St. Scholastica - Feb. 7
St. Rabanus Maurus - Feb. 4
St. Paul Miki & Companions - Feb. 6
Our Lady of Lourdes - Feb. 7
St. Scholastica - Feb. 10
St. Benedict of Aniane - Feb. 12
St. Catherine dei Ricci - Feb. 13
Sts.Cyril and Methodius - Feb. 13
St. Valentine - Feb. 14
Sts Cyril and Methodius - Feb.14
Saint Claude la Colombiére - Feb. 15
Sts Francisco&Jacinta Marto - Feb. 20
St. Peter Damian - Feb. 21
Chair of St. Peter the Apostle - Feb. 22
St. Ethelbert - Feb. 25
St. Alexander - Feb. 26
St. Angela of Foligno - Feb. 28
St. Gabriel Francis Possenti - Feb. 28 -
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Bp. Barron's Lent Reflections
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Friends, in today’s Gospel, Jesus teaches that if a brother has something against us, we must be reconciled with him before we offer our gift at the altar. This reconciling requires a change of heart...
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What is Lent?with Cardinal Timothy Dolan
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Hallow Blog -For a Vibrant Prayer Life
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2 weeks agoPray alongside Mary. The post How to Pray: 7 Sorrows Rosary appeared first on Hallow. -
a month ago“Remember, o most gracious Virgin Mary, that never was it known that anyone who fled to your protection, implored your help, or sought your intercession was left unaided.” [Litany of the... -
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2 months agoEncounter God in music The post How to Pray: With Music appeared first on Hallow. -
5 months agoPhillip reflects on the comfort God gives us as our Father. The post Is it okay to fall asleep while praying? appeared first on Hallow.
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Create A Family Prayer SpaceAt Home
During the COVID-19 Pandemic, families will be spending more time together at home. One good use of this time would be to pray together on a regular basis. This prayer time together can be enhanced by creating a place in your home dedicated to prayer.
Making a place for prayer in our home can help us do what the Gospel tells us, to go into an “inner room” to pray (Matthew 6:6). Make your prayer place as quiet, uncluttered, and “desert-like” as possible. It can be the corner of a room or any unused space. Furnish your prayer place with a Bible, prayer books, cross, rosary, icons, and a candle. Encourage family members to use the prayer place for personal as well as family prayer. You can bless your place of prayer, saying:Come, Holy God. Dwell in this place of prayer,
and bless it with your peace and presence.
Bless all who seek you here.
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Activities
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How To Talk ToYour ChildrenAbout Covid-19
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Stations of the Cross with Bishop Barron
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How to Praythe Rosary
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Catholic News
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This is so cool! 😱 NASA’s 2020 Mars expedition landed the Perseverance Rover on Mars on February 18 after a seven-month trip The post How NASA Sent the Virgin Mary to Mars in 2021 appeared first on .
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Jesus is really present in the Eucharist! A video of a priest bursting into tears during Mass recently went viral on social The post Priest Bursts into Tears During Mass Over Irreverence for the...
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Catholic News Service
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Rome Reports
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Life Teen Video
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Social Justice Issues
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Catholic Relief Services
This is the official international Catholic relief and development agency of the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops. Responding to major emergencies, fighting disease and poverty, and nurturing peaceful and just societies and serving Catholics in the United States as they live their faith in solidarity with their brothers and sisters around the world.
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St. Joseph Cares
This parish organization serves the needs of Portage County guided by the Corporal Works of Mercy . . . “For I was hungry and you gave me
something to eat, . . . Feed the Hungry
I was thirsty and you gave me
something to drink, . . .
Give Drink to the Thirsty
I was a stranger and you invited me in,
. . . Shelter the Homeless
I needed clothes and you clothed me,
. . . Clothe the Naked
I was sick and you looked after me,
. . . Comfort the Sick
I was in prison and you came to visit me.”
. . . Visit the Imprisoned
Click here to learn more
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Catholic Charities
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown extends the love and compassion of Jesus Christ to those who are poor, vulnerable, and without hope. Through tangible assistance and other essential services, Catholic Charities affirms human dignity, meets basic human needs, strengthens families, builds communities, and empowers others to transform their lives.
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Respect Life
Building a culture that cherishes
and protects every human life
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Bishop's Appeal
The Diocese of Youngstown's Department for Social Concerns overseas the Annual Bishop’s Appeal, a diocesan wide initiative taking place during the season of Lent, that calls the entire Church Family to minister to all those seeking assistance. Your gifts of time, talent and treasure allow us to extend the ministry of Jesus Christ each and every day.
Ministries Supported by theAnnual Bishop’s Appeal
- Catholic Charities in Six Counties & Diocese
- Office of Social Concerns
- Office of Hispanic Ministry
- Office of Youth & Young Adult Ministry
- Office of Evangelization & Lay Formation Ministry
- Seminarian Formation
- Office of Religious Education
- Office of Pro-Life, Marriage & Family Ministry
- Office of Vocations
- Office of the Tribunal
- Catholic Television Network of Youngstown
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