PEACE AND JUSTICE: Catholic Charities, Diocese of Youngstown, has named Robert (R.J.) Mangan to the newly created position of director of peace and justice. He began his tenure with Catholic Charities on July 25.

As director of peace and pustice, he will promote the themes of Catholic social teaching, particularly the dignity of the human person, through education, advocacy and prayer. In this role, Mangan will provide opportunities for the Catholic faithful to engage with various aspects of the church’s social mission by coordinating and collaborating with others of goodwill to influence public policy. Additional responsibilities include serving as the diocesan director for the local Catholic Campaign for Human Development and Catholic Relief Services efforts.

Mangan is a graduate of St. Vincent College in Latrobe, Pa., with a bachelor’s degree in politics and theology. Mangan spent a year in the Master of Arts (philosophical studies) program at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary from 2018 to 2019. He earned a Master of Theological Studies from the School of Theology and Ministry at Boston College in 2021.

HOLY CONVOCATION: The Ohio Central East Jurisdiction Holy Convocation will be 10 a.m. today at Warren First Assembly of God, 2640 Parkman Road, Warren. Bishop David L. Herron Sr. is prelate.

PROTESTANT SERVICES: Protestant Family Services, a faith-based agency serving the community since 1944, is in need of donations for its back-to-school program. Shoes and school clothing are needed. The agency is working with the Boardman Burlington store providing vouchers for children to get shoes and school clothing. Donations can be made at www.protestantfamily-service.com or mail to Protestant Family Services, 2915 Glenwood Ave., No. 6 Youngstown, 44510.

• Niles Nazarene Church, 1822 Niles Vienna Road — 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Monday to Friday for ages prekindergarten to fifth grade. The theme is “Hero Central: Discover Your Strength in God.” Call 330-652-0446.

• Niles First Christian Church, 33 N. Arlington Ave, Niles — 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday to Thursday. The theme is “Discovery on Adventure Island.” Call 330-652-5839.

• Hubbard Church of the Nazarene, 1815 Cherry Lane Dr. SE, Hubbard — 6 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 8-10 for ages 5 to sixth grade. The theme is “Son Surf Beach Bass.” Call 330-534-3111.

CHURCH EVENT: West Mecca Bible Methodist Church, 1215 Greenville Road NE, is hosting a community yard sale to help build a parsonage so that the church can hire a full-time pastor. The church’s previous pastor, Rev. Michael Shiery, passed away in October from complications of COVID-19.

The West Mecca church usually holds the yard sale every other year, but numerous people wanted to help the church in its hour of need and contributed more goods than have been featured in past sales. Times are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Thursday and Friday, and 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug. 6.

FEAST DAY CELEBRATION: St. Stephen of Hungary Feast Day celebration will be Aug. 14 at the parish, 854 Wilson Ave., Youngstown, with Mass at 10 a.m. with a procession. Tickets are needed for the dinner and reservations are due by Aug. 8 at 330-743-1905.

DIOCESE PILGRIMAGE: The Diocese of Youngstown 35th annual Pilgrimage Day of Prayer for Vocations and Religious Life with Monsignor Michael Cariglio, spiritual director, will be Aug. 10 departing 6 a.m. from Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, 343 Via Mount Carmel, Youngstown. Reservations required by Thursday.

For information, call 330-744-8451, Ext. 252.

Those attending are scheduled to arrive by bus at the Our Lady of Consolation Honoring Mary Assumed into Heaven in Cary at 10 a.m. with farewell blessing on bus at 3:30 p.m.

LABYRINTH WALK: The Ursuline Education and Wellness Center, 4280 Shields Road in Canfield, is in its 12th year of labyrinth walks. While the labyrinth is open year-round, themed and guided labyrinth walks are offered by trained facilitators during the warm-weather season. Walks generally take 20 minutes to an hour.

This year’s schedule: 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18, “Jesus Invites the Children”; 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15, “Jesus Welcomes the Sinners;” and

2 p.m. Oct. 16, “God Welcomes us All.”

Call 330-799-4941 or visit ursulinewellness.org.

CONCERT: Simple Gifts Interfaith Choir will present “Hearts Wide Open” 7 p.m. Aug. 14 at Hubbard First Presbyterian Church, 22 Westview Ave. The free hourlong concert will feature the 50-voice choir singing traditional, contemporary and gospel selections. Guest musicians will accompany the choir on special selections. The concert will be inside in case of inclement weather. Guests should bring a lawn chair. A free-will offering will be taken to benefit the Presbyterian Church USA’s Disaster Assistance for Ukraine.

MUSIC JAM: First Congregational Church will host a music jam and ice cream social 1 to 4 p.m. Aug. 20 at the Wayne town hall, state Route 322. The event is sponsored by the church’s missionary society.

GAME NIGHT: The Unity Spiritual Centre, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Liberty, will host a Game Night at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. There will be board games, retro video games, cards and puzzles.

To submit an item for the religion section, email to religion@tribtoday.com. The deadline is Wednesday for the Saturday paper.

CHURCH HOSTS SHOW: Corner House Christian Church, 6954 Chestnut Ridge Road, Hubbard, will host a car show from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. today to raise funds for the revamping of the old pavilion and construction of a new one closer to the building. The purpose is for community use.

GAME NIGHT: The Unity Spiritual Centre, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Liberty, will host a Game Night at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month.

There will be board games, retro video games, cards and puzzles. The next one is Aug. 16.

WORSHIP WITHOUT WALLS: Second Baptist Church, 1510 Main Ave., Warren, will host a Worship Without Walls “Praise in the Park” at 2 p.m. July 31 at the Warren Community Amphitheatre.

FORGIVENESS WORKSHOP: The Unity Spiritual Centre, 1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Liberty, will host a forgiveness workshop 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 30.

The theme is “Unresolved Issues: Healing through Forgiveness of the Past.” Facilitator is Dianne Pela-Melillo, who will discuss how to regain feelings of wholeness and serenity, why forgive and how to forgive. For reservations, call 330-539-0122. Those attending can bring a lunch.

FIRST FRIDAY CLUB: First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown’s monthly speaker series will take place 11:30 a.m. Aug. 4 at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 W. Western Reserve Road, Canfield. Guest speaker will be Sister Erin Zubal, OSU, director of residential programs at Boys Hope Girls Hope in Cleveland.

She will present “Catholic Social Teaching: Our Call to Live the Gospel.” Luncheon will be served at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation beginning at noon. The cost is $18. Call by Friday at 330-720-4498 to make reservations, which are limited. Visit www.firstfridayclubofgreateryoungstown.org

• Backyard Vacation Bible School — 4 p.m. Wednesday to Friday at 1020 Homewood Ave. SE, Warren. The theme is “No Darkness at All.”

• New Covenant Baptist Church, 1606 Salt Springs Road, Lordstown — 5:45 to 8:15 p.m. Sunday to Friday. The theme is “Spark Studios.”

• St. Paul Lutheran Church, East Market Street, Warren — Monday to Thursday.

•First Baptist Church, Niles — 6:30 p.m. Monday to Friday. Call 330-652-4370.

• Pleasant Valley Church, Liberty, 5:15 p.m. Monday to Friday and Aug. 8 to 11 for ages 7 and older. Register at PVChurch.net

• Grand Valley Community Church — 6 to 8:15 p.m. Monday to Friday for ages 4 to sixth grade. The theme is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.”

•Niles Nazarene Church, 1822 Niles Vienna Road, Niles — 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Aug. 1-5 for ages pre-kindergarten to fifth grade. The theme is “Hero Central: Discover Your Strength in God.” Call 330-652-0446.

• Niles First Christian Church, 33 N. Arlington Ave, Niles — 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 31 to Aug. 4. The theme is “Discovery on Adventure Island.” Call 330-652-5839.

• First Presbyterian Church of Warren, Mahoning Avenue NW — 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. Aug. 1-5 for ages kindergarten to fifth grade. The theme is “Creation Speaks.” Call

PROGRAM: A summer recreation basketball program will take place 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays for ages 8 to 13 and Thursdays for ages 14 to 25 at Warren First Assembly of God Eicher Center, 2640 Parkman Road NW, Warren. To register, visit secondbaptistwarren/com/hope basketball.

COTTON PATCH GOSPEL: Howland United Methodist Church will host a musical about the life of Jesus, “Cotton Patch Gospel,” 5:30 p.m. Aug. 5 and 6 and noon Aug 7. The event is a dinner and a show. The musical is based on the book by Clarence Jordan. For tickets, call 330-856-3463. Dinner and show cost $25 for adults and $20 for students / seniors. The show only is $12.50 adults and $10 students / seniors.

LABYRINTH WALK: The Ursuline Education and Wellness Center, 4280 Shields Road in Canfield, soon will begin its 12th year of labyrinth walks. While the labyrinth is open year-round, themed and guided labyrinth walks are offered by trained facilitators during the warm-weather season.

Walks generally take 20 minutes to an hour.

• 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18: “Jesus invites the children;”

• 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15: “Jesus welcomes the sinners;”

• 2 p.m. Oct. 16: “God welcomes us all.”

The labyrinth is open dawn to dusk. Call 330-799-4941 or visit ursulinewellness.org.

To submit an item for the religion section, email to religion@tribtoday.com. The deadline is Wednesday for the Saturday paper.

NEW PASTOR: The Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, has a new pastor, Wayne E. Stewart, who was installed recently by Pastor Earnest Stewart of Progressive E.M.B. Church. Stewart and wife, ShaPearl, have relocated with their children from Cleveland to Youngstown.

LAWN FESTIVAL: Canfield Paradise Church, 10020 New Buffalo Road, Canfield, will host a lawn festival 4 to 7 p.m. today. The event will take place rain or shine and include a country store.

GAME NIGHT: The Unity Spiritual Centre,1226 Naylor Lloyd Road, Liberty, will host a Game Night at 7 p.m. the third Tuesday of each month. There will be board games, retro video games, cards and puzzles.

CHURCH WELCOMES BAND: The Dixieland Band will perform a free concert 7 p.m. Wednesday at Grace United Methodist Church, Warren. In case of inclement weather, the rain date is July 27. Guests are asked to bring a lawn chair or blanket.

WORSHIP WITHOUT WALLS: Second Baptist Church, 1510 Main Ave. SW, Warren, will host a Worship Without Walls “Praise in the Park” event 2 p.m. July 31 at the Warren Community Amphitheatre.

BIBLE STUDY: The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley is starting a new ministry for the public at 6 p.m. Wednesdays, starting Wednesday. Rescue Mission CEO John Muckridge III will lead Bible study through the book of Revelation. For information, visit www.RescueMissionMV.org/valleybiblestudy.

FIRST FRIDAY CLUB: First Friday Club of Greater Youngstown Speaker Series will take place 11:30 a.m. Aug. 4 at Avion on the Water Banquet Center, 2177 W. Western Reserve Road, Canfield. Guest speaker will beUrsuline Sister Erin Zubal, director of residential programs at Boys Hope Girls Hope in Cleveland. She will present “Catholic Social Teaching: Our Call to Live the Gospel.” Luncheon will be served at 11:30 a.m. with the presentation beginning at noon. The cost is $18. Call by July 29 at 330-720-4498. Reservations are limited. Visit www.firstfriday

clubofgreateryoungstown.org for more information.

• Wayland Community Church, 6355 Wayland Road, Paris Township — 6 to 8:30 p.m. July Monday to Friday for ages 3 to sixth grade. Call 330-654-2006 or 330-358-2638.

• St. Paul Lutheran Church, East Market Street, Warren — July 25 to 28

• First Baptist Church, Niles — 6:30 p.m. July 25 to 29. Call 330-652-4370.

• Pleasant Valley Church, Liberty — 5 p.m. July 25 to 28 and Aug. 8 to 11 for ages 7 and older.

• Grand Valley Community Church — 6 to 8:15 p.m. July 25 to 29 for ages 4 to sixth grade. Theme is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.”

• Niles First Christian Church, 33 N. Arlington Ave, Niles — 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 31 to Aug. 4. The theme is “Discovery on Adventure Island.” Call 330-652-5839 to register.

• First Presbyterian Church of Warren, Mahoning Avenue — Aug. 1-5 for ages kindergarten to fifth grade. The theme is “Creation Speaks.” Call 330-393-1524 to register.

PROGRAM: A summer recreation basketball program will be 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays for ages 8 to 13 and Thursdays for ages 14 to 25 at Warren First Assembly of God Eicher Center, 2640 Parkman Road, Warren. To register, visit secondbaptistwarren/com/hope basketball.

LABYRINTH WALK: The Ursuline Education and Wellness Center, 4280 Shields Road in Canfield, soon will begin its 12th year of labyrinth walks. While the labyrinth is open year-round, themed and guided labyrinth walks are offered by trained facilitators during the warm-weather season.

All persons of faith are invited to participate in these free, weather-permitting events. Walks generally take 20 minutes to an hour.

This year’s schedule is 6:30 p.m. Thursday: “Knock … it shall be opened”; 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18: “Jesus invites the children”; 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15: “Jesus welcomes the sinners”; and 2 p.m. Oct. 16: “God welcomes us all.”

The labyrinth is open dawn to dusk. Call 330-799-4941 or visit ursulinewellness.org.

INSTALLATION: The Alpha and Omega First Baptist Church, 3120 Winton Ave., Youngstown, will install its new pastor, Pastor Wayne E. Stewart, at 4 p.m. Sunday. Stewart and his wife, ShaPearl, have already relocated from Cleveland to Youngstown. Pastor Earnest Stewart of Progressive EMB Church will lead the change to the pastor. Refreshments will follow the installation.

LAWN FESTIVAL: Calla Community Church, 6482 W. Calla Road, Canfield, will host its lawn festival at 5 p.m. today. There is a “free will” donation for all the food. The donations help Calla Church continue to do its mission work in the community. There also will be a raffle for a patriotic handcrafted quilt. The winner of the quilt doesn’t need to be present. Rampage Stevens is the pastor.

BIBLE STUDY: The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley is starting a new ministry for the public at 6 p.m. Wednesdays, starting Wednesday. Rescue Mission CEO John Muckridge III will lead Bible study through the book of Revelation. For information, visit www.RescueMissionMV.org/valleybiblestudy.

GOSPEL SINGERS: Kevin Spencer, a world-renowned gospel singer, will be in concert 6 p.m. Sunday at General Assembly Church of God, 2021 E. River Road, Newton Falls. A love offering will be received.

• First Baptist Church, 2640 S. Canal St., Newton Falls — 6 to 8:30 p.m. Sunday to Friday for ages 4 to sixth grade. The theme is Christmas in July. Visit www.fbcnewtonfalls.com to register.

• Poland Presbyterian Church, 2 Poland Manor — 6 to 8:15 p.m. Monday to Friday for age 3 to sixth grade. Registration is online at www.polandpresby

terian.org or 330-757-1547.

• Chestnut Ridge Church of God in Christ, Hubbard — 6 to 8 p.m. Monday to Friday for children through sixth grade. Call 330-534-0084.

• Pleasant Valley Church, Liberty — 5 p.m. Tuesday to Thursday for Kidz Nitz Ministries for ages 7 and older. Register at PVChurch.net

• St. Paul Lutheran Church, East Market Street, Warren — July 25 to 28

• First Presbyterian Church of Warren, Mahoning Avenue, Warren — Aug. 1-5 for ages kindergarten to fifth. The theme is “Creation Speaks.”

• Wayland Community Church, 6355 Wayland Road, Paris Township — 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 18 to 22 for ages 3 to sixth grade. Call 330-654-2006 and 330-358-2638.

• First Baptist Church, Niles — 6:30 p.m. July 25 to 29. Call 330-652-4370.

• Grand Valley Community Church — 6 to 8:15 p.m. July 25 to 29 for ages 4 to sixth grade. Theme is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.”

• Niles First Christian Church, 33 N. Arlington Ave, Niles — 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 31 to Aug. 4. The theme is Discovery on Adventure Island. Call 330-652-5839.

PRAYING WITH COLOR: Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center will offer Praying with Color with Paulette Kirschensteiner from 7 p.m. Sunday to noon Thursday. Praying with different mediums, including watercolor, colored pencils and crayons, will be taught. All materials are supplied. No art experience is necessary.

The cost is $335. Program information and registration are available at www.vmesc.org or call 724-964-8886.

PROGRAM: A summer recreation basketball program will be 6 to 9 p.m. Mondays for ages 8 to 13 and Thursdays for ages 14 to 25 at Warren First Assembly of God Eicher Center , 2640 Parkman Road, Warren. To register, visit secondbaptistwarren/com/hope basketball.

LABYRINTH WALK: The Ursuline Education and Wellness Center, 4280 Shields Road, Canfield, soon will begin its 12th year of labyrinth walks. While the labyrinth is open year-round, themed and guided labyrinth walks are offered by trained facilitators during the warm-weather season.

All persons of faith are invited to participate in these free, weather-permitting events. Walks generally take 20 minutes to an hour.

This year’s schedule is 6:30 p.m. July 21: “Knock … it shall be opened”; 6:30 p.m. Aug. 18: “Jesus invites the children”; 6:30 p.m. Sept. 15: “Jesus welcomes the sinners”; and 2 p.m. Oct. 16: “God welcomes us all.”

The labyrinth is open dawn to dusk and is accessible for all physical abilities and offers ample parking. Call 330-799-4941 or visit ursulinewellness.org.

LAWN FESTIVAL: Calla Community Church, 6482 W. Calla Road, Canfield, will host its lawn festival 5 p.m. July 9. A free-will donation will be accepted for all the food. Donations help Calla Church continue mission work in the community.

A patriotic handcrafted quilt will be raffled. The winner of the quilt doesn’t need to be present.

Pastor Rampage Stevens is the church pastor.

WELCOME PASTOR: Grace United Methodist Church, 1725 Drexel Ave. NW, Warren, will welcome Pastor Barry French and his wife, Sharon, at noon July 10. French was formally appointed as pastor in June and began serving Friday.

GOSPEL SINGERS: Gospel singer Kevin Spencer will be in concert at 6 p.m. July 10 at General Assembly Church of God, 2021 E. River Road, Newton Falls.

A love offering will be received.

BIBLE SCHOOLS: Local churches planning vacation Bible schools include:

• First Baptist Church, 2640 S. Canal St., Newton Falls — 6 to 8:30 p.m. July 10 to 15 for ages 4 to sixth grade. The theme is “Christmas in July.” Register at www.gbc newtonfalls.com.

• Poland Presbyterian Church, 2 Poland Manor — 6 to 8:15 p.m. July 11 to 15 for ages 3 to sixth grade. Registration is online at www.polandpresbyterian.org or 330-757-1547.

• Chestnut Ridge Church of God in Christ, Hubbard — 6 to 8 p.m. July 11 to 15 for children through sixth grade. Call 330-534-0084.

• Pleasant Valley Church, Liberty — July 12 to 14 for Kidz Blitz Ministries for ages 7 and older. Register at PVChurch.net.

• First Baptist Church, Niles — 6:30 p.m. July 25 to 29. Call 330-652-4370 to register.

• Grand Valley Community Church — 6 to 8:15 p.m. July 25 to 29 for ages 4 to sixth grade. The theme is “Monumental: Celebrating God’s Greatness.”

• Niles First Christian Church, 33 N. Arlington Ave, Niles — 5:30 to 8:30 p.m. July 31 to Aug. 4. The theme is “Discovery on Adventure Island.” Call 330-652-5839.

PRAYING WITH COLOR: Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center will offer Praying with Color with Paulette Kirschensteiner 7 p.m. July 10 to noon July 14. All materials are supplied. Cost is $335.

Program information and registration are available at www.vmesc.org, or call 724-964-8886.

BIBLE STUDY: The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley is starting a Bible study on the Book of Revelation on July 13. CEO John Muckridge III will lead the study 6 p.m. Wednesdays.

For information, visit www.RescueMissionMV.org/valleybiblestudy.

To submit an item for the religion section, email to religion@tribtoday.com. The deadline is Wednesday for the Saturday paper.

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