What is a Parish Leader?

Parish Leader - PDF

Parish Leader Letter From Bishop - PDF

What is a Parish Leader? Why do we need them? A Parish Leader is a professional minister appointed by the bishop with the responsibility of leading a parish community that does not have a resident priest. A priest will be assigned as canonical pastor and for sacramental celebrations at the parish. In response to the Pastoral Plan for Evangelization, the Diocese of Youngstown is training 14 individuals (deacons, religious and laity) who will be available to serve as Parish Leaders. This is one way the diocese is addressing the reality of fewer priests. It is an opportunity for faith filled men and women to use their gifts of leadership and administration, allowing priests to focus on the sacramental and pastoral care of the faithful. For more information, visit www.doy.org or contact Pete Schafer, Director of the Office of Evangelization and Pastoral Planning at 330-744-8451 ext. 289

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Pope Francis Wants To Hear From You!

Synod Survey Link

If you are a high school teen (age 16 - 18), a young adult (age 19 - 29) or their parent, you can make your voice heard by participating in a 5 - 15 minute long online survey. You can find Synod Survey link on at http://youngstownoyyam.weebly.com/synod-surveys-2017.html “Synod Surveys” link - complete survey before July 31st.
The information for the survey will be used to prepare for next year's meeting between the pope and world bishops. It is important for Church leaders to hear from young people as they make future plans for the church. So please take a few minutes to respond to the survey. Your voice will make a difference.

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Summer Mass Schedule

The summer schedule will begin the weekend of May 28th. Mass times are 5:00 pm on Saturdays, and 8:30 am and 10:30 am on Sundays.

Fr. John On Retreat In July

Fr. John will be leaving for his annual retreat and some time off for renewal beginning July 7th. He will be away for most of July. His return date is uncertain at the present time. There will be NO confessions on Saturdays and NO weekday Masses. In case of emergency, you may call Deacon Chuck Ivan at 330-877-6322, Deacon Russ O’Neill at 330-877-0710 or Deacon Mike Capitena at 330-806-3720. Rev. Jim McKarns will celebrate the Masses on July 8/9, 15/16, 22/23 and 29/30.

“Love our Community” Group Needs Volunteers

Over 600 children in Lake School District receive free or subsidized lunches during the school year. Several churches have formed a group called “Love our Community” to bring together people to provide a free lunches during the summer on July 13, 20, 27 and August 3, 10 from 11:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Hartville Park. Help is needed for food preparation and serving the lunch. If you would like to volunteer or for more information, contact Pastor Ross Miller at Evermore Community Church at 330-877-2050.