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(bilingual) The four Catholic bishops of Iowa, through the Iowa Catholic Conference, have released a pastoral reflection on the Church’s teaching on immigration and the dignity of the human person. Entitled “Pilgrims of Hope: A Pastoral Reflection on Immigration,” the letter asks the People of God to uphold the dignity of the human person, created in the image and likeness of God, “by welcoming the stranger, defending the oppressed, and standing in solidarity with those who are displaced.” Los cuatro obispos Católicos de Iowa, a través de la Conferencia Católica de Iowa, han publicado una reflexión pastoral sobre la enseñanza de la Iglesia acerca de inmigración y la dignidad de la persona humana. Titulada “Peregrinos de Esperanza: Una Reflexión Pastoral sobre Inmigración”, la carta pide al Pueblo de Dios que defienda la dignidad de la persona humana, creada a imagen y semejanza de Dios, “acogiendo al extranjero, defendiendo al oprimido y solidarizándose con los desplazados”.

(bilingual) Bishop John Keehner's letter of support to urge the faithful to support humanitarian efforts in Gaza. This follows the USCCB statement of Aug. 20: “The situation in Gaza and across the Middle East cries out for the assistance of the Catholic community of the United States,” said Archbishop Timothy P. Broglio, president of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB). In a letter to the U.S. bishops, he asked them to consider taking up a voluntary special collection in their dioceses, if they are able, to support the efforts of Catholic Relief Services (CRS) and the Catholic Near East Welfare Association (CNEWA). Both organizations have well-established partnerships with the Catholic Church in the region to allow them to respond quickly and efficiently.

Decree by Bishop John E. Keehner regarding St. Rose of Lima Parish in Denison

Decree from Bishop John E. Keehner regarding St. Donatus Parish.

(bilingual) LA COLECTA ANUAL NACIONAL DEL FONDO DE RETIRO PARA RELIGIOSOS se llevará a cabo el 9 y 10 de agosto. Se le invita a participar en esta colecta nacional anual para apoyar a los religiosos mayores a lograr las crecientes necesidades de jubilación y el cuidado de personas mayores. Su donativo al Fondo de Jubilación para Religiosos ayuda a proporcionar medicamentos, atención de enfermería y más. Por favor, sea generoso usando el sobre en su paquete de coleta, con cheques a nombre de la parroquia. Gracias. THE NATIONAL ANNUAL COLLECTION FOR THE RETIREMENT FUND FOR RELIGIOUS will be held August 9-10. You are invited to participate in this annual national collection to support elderly religious meet the growing retirement and eldercare needs. Your gift to the Retirement Fund for Religious helps to furnish medications, nursing care, and more. Please give generously using the envelope in your collection packet, with checks made out to the parish. Thank you.

The Most Reverend John E. Keehner, Bishop of Sioux City, hereby announces the following appointment, effective July 8, 2025: Reverend Jacob R. Rosenmeyer, is appointed as parochial vicar at Holy Trinity Parish in Fort Dodge and St. Mary Parish in Humboldt, with residence in Fort Dodge. In addition, he is assigned as chaplain of St. Edmond Catholic School in Fort Dodge.

(bilingual) Bishop John Keehner issued a letter to the faithful in support of the Holy Father's Peter's Pence collection, which the diocese will take up in parishes the weekend of June 28 and 29 at Masses.

Bishop John E. Keehner appointed members of his Presbyteral Council and appointed deans for the three deaneries as of May 29, 2025.

(bilingual) Bishop John Keehner's letter of support for the Pentecost weekend Aid to Domestic Churches special collection.

The Vatican court advised Bishop Nickless that two petitions for recourse were accepted for further study. Both were regarding the St. Donatus merger from last fall.

(bilingual) Bishop Walker Nickless' letter of support for the Good Friday Collection to benefit the Holy Land.

(bililngual) Bishop Walker Nickless' letter of support for the annual Easter Retired and Infirm Priests Collection

Bishop Walker Nickless has announced the retirement of one priest of the diocese and assignments for five others. The following priest assignments will become effective Tuesday, July 8, 2025.

Bishop Walker Nickless' letter of support of the March 8-9, 2025 special collection on the First Sunday in Lent - Aid to Global Churches. This is the combined collection for Central and Eastern Europe, Latin America, Africa and Catholic Relief Services.

Bishop Walker Nickless shares assignment changes in the diocese.

The latest in pastoral planning/church status - Sanborn St. Cecilia Church will be reduced to profane but not sordid use. Bishop's appeals regarding petitions against merger decrees in Marcus and Pomeroy were both overturned.

St. Cecilia Church, Sanborn, is deconsecrated and reduced to profane but not sordid use per decree of Bishop Walker Nickless.

Bishop appoints four priests to the diocesan Presbyteral Council.

Bishop Nickless shares information regarding a recent action that impacts the diocesan family.

Decree merging the parishes of Saint Mary in Alton, IA, Saint Joseph in Granville, IA, and of Saint Anthony in Hospers, IA, and at the same time, erecting the Parish of Saint Donatus, Alton, IA