Go on a Pilgrimage!

Fr. Greg Friedman explains in 2 1/2 minutes
​ the idea of a Catholic Pilgrimage.

What is a Pilgrimage?

A Pilgrimage is a journey to a sacred place undertaken as an act of religious devotion.
A pilgrimage symbolizes life's journey, the leaving aside of daily activities for a deeper experience of mystery,
the path of conversion towards the full manifestation of the Lord.   It is more than just a trip to a historic site or viewing religious relics, as it is a spiritual journey that can lead to personal growth and conversion.
(You will likely see beautiful art and architecture which can deepen your sense of awe of the Lord!) 

Scroll down for information on Diocese of Youngstown Shrine and Pilgrimage Sites
and Labyrinth prayer walks.

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Make a Pilgrimage to a local Shrine

The Diocese of Youngstown is blessed with many pilgrimage sites. Several are listed here by county.

MAHONING COUNTY:

- St. Columba Cathedral, Youngstown
159 W Rayen Ave, Youngstown, OH 44503
The Mother Church for the Diocese of Youngstown.
Includes a Shrine to  Our Lady of Częstochowa.
Learn about the stained glass windows  here
​Parish website:  www.stcolumbacathedral.org/

- Our Lady of Mount Carmel Basilica, Youngstown
343 Via Mt Carmel Ave, Youngstown, OH 44505
Perpetual Adoration in chapel attached to the Church. 
​Outdoor staue gardens. 
Parish website  olmcsta.com/

- Wayside Shrine to St. Anthony of Padua on grounds of the Society of St. Paul Monastery, Ellsworth
9531 Akron-Canfield Road (a.k.a. Route 224), Canfield OH 44406
The small shrine building is open 24-hours.
Also on the grounds are ​outdoor statues to Queen of Apostles, Our Lady of Fatima, Christ and St. Paul.

- Maronite - Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady Of Lebanon,  North Jackson
​2759 N Lipkey Road, North Jackson, OH 44451
Church, outdoor shrine/tower, gift shop, and medication trail.
Website: www.ourladyoflebanonshrine.com/

- Franciscan Friars Shrine of Our Lady, Comforter of the Afflicted on Belle Vista in Youngstown
617 S. Belle Vista, Youngstown, Ohio
In the Shrine is the image of the Divine Mercy and Pilgrim Statue of the Blessed Mother of Fatima.  Outside is the large statue of St. Stephen of Hungary, Stations of the Cross, and a grantire altar.
Website:   shrineofthefriars.org/

- St. Casimir Church & Outdoor Shrine, Youngstown
145 Jefferson Street, Youngstown, Ohio 44505
Website :  www.stcolumbacathedral.org/st-casimir



STARK COUNTY:

 - Basilica of St. John the Baptist, Canton
627 McKinley Ave NW, Canton, OH 44703
One of 74 minor basilica's in the United States, ready for a papal Mass should he ever be in Canton, Ohio. It is the National Register of Historic Places. 
Parish Website:  www.stjohncanton.com/

- Little Flower Grotto of the Resurrection, Canton 
Located behind the Church buildins is a lovely brick walkway leading to the Grotto space perfect for prayer. ​
Parish website:  www.littleflowerparish.com/

- National Shrine to St. Dymphna
​in St. Mary Church, Divine Mercy Parish - 
206 Cherry Rd NE, Massillon, OH 44646
National Shrine and gift shop with items related to this Patron Saint of Victims of Nervous Disorders.
Website: natlshrinestdymphna.org/site/

- Rhoda Wise House, Canton
2337 25th St NE, Canton, OH 44705
House (limited hours) and shrine (open during most daylight hours)
The Cause for Beatification for Rhoda Wise began in 2016. Learn more:
Website:  rhodawise.com/

​- Canton Central Catholic High School Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto
4824 Tuscarawas St W, Canton, OH 44708
(Limited access during school hours) 
Read a news sotry about this shrine created with stones from around the world starting on May 18, 1940 here   
​Site Facebook page

PORTAGE COUNTY: 

 - St. Joseph in Mogadore Our Lady of Lourdes shrine behind the Church with outdoor Stations of the Cross 
2643 Waterloo Rd, Mogadore, OH 44260
An exact replica of the Shrine in Lourdes, France, with a reflection area and Stations of the Cross. 
Saturday- 6:00 PM. Masses, June - September - weather permitting.
Website:   neumann.church/grotto    

Basilica of Our Lady of Mount Carmel, Youngstown (Mahoning County)

Inside the Wayside Shrine to St,. Anthony of Padua in Ellsworth/Canfield (Mahoning County)

Maronite Basilica and National Shrine of Our Lady Of Lebanon, North Jackson (Mahoning County)

Grotto of the Resurrection at Little Flower Parish in Canton (Stark County)

Central Ctholic High School Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto in Canton (Stark County)

New St. Dymphna Statue inside of St. Mary’s Church/Divine Mercy Parish in Massillon (Stark County)

Our Lady of Lourdes Grotto at St. Joseph Church/St. John Neumann Parish in Randolph (near Suffield and Mogadore in Portage County)

Pray while Walking a Labyrinth

Labyrinth at The Ursuline Center in Canfield (Mahoning County)

A labyrinth is used for walking meditation and prayer. It is a single winding path from the outer edge in a circuitous way to the center.  

Labyrinth at Villa Maria

The Ursuline Education and Wellness Center
4280 Shields Road, Canfield, Ohio 44406

Outdoor labyrinth available during daylight hours.
They also facilitate sessions monthly during the summer months. 
www.ursulinesistersmission.org/programs/ursuline-education-wellness-center/ 
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​Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center
Just over the state border, 
2067 Evergreen Rd, Pulaski, PA 16143
Outdoor labyrinth available during daylight hours.
They also facilitate sessions monthly during the summer months. 
Click here for information about the labyrinth at the Villa Maria Education and Spirituality Center.


St. Michael the Archangel Parish 
3430 St. Michael Drive NW, Canton OH 44718-3099
(near corner of Fulton and Whipple)
Outdoor labyrinth, but contact rectory/staff to set up a time to access it as it is in a frequently locked courtyard.
Parish website:    www.stmichaelcanton.org/