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Tim Swedean, executive director for Siouxland Catholic Radio, based in Sioux City, said the station wanted to reach a younger demographic, such as young parents. They brainstormed introducing and reading book about St. Gabriel (the station's patron saint) to second graders in the greater Sioux City area.

St. John the Baptist Church in Arcadia, part of the Good Shepherd Parish based in Breda, celebrated their 150th anniversary last weekend. Bishop John Keehner participated by presiding at the Mass.

The Catholic Community Foundation of Minnesota has established The Annunciation Hope and Healing Fund to provide financial support for the needs of the church and school and to provide support to those affected by the tragedy.

The Sisters of Saint Francis, Dubuque, were among more than 100 religious organizations and individuals throughout the United States to submit art, prayers, poems, reflections, meditations, liturgies, music, videos and youth/adult programs to Catholic Climate Covenant. The sisters’ material is included in a new resource called Spreading Seeds of Peace and Hope for Creation that gives parishes and individuals assistance in their efforts to care for the environment.

On the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, the faithful are encouraged to renew their commit to racial equality and justice by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.

The National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry (NFCYM) is deeply honored by today’s announcement that Pope Leo XIV will encounter the youth of the United States through a real-time digital encounter at the National Catholic Youth Conference (NCYC) general session on Nov. 21, 2025, at 9:15 a.m CT.

There will be a eucharistic rally held Sept. 11 at 6:30 p.m. at Trinity Heights Queen of Peace Shrine in Sioux City. There will be talks, exposition and procession with the Blessed Sacrament, songs, candlelight, personal prayer and sharing.

The Dubuque-based Sisters of the Presentation of the Blessed Virgin Mary hosted “Sprinkles of Gratitude” Ice Cream Social with neighbors this week Despite the heat and humidity, the Sisters of the Presentation were blessed to welcome so many neighbors and friends, both old and new, as they continue celebrating their150th anniversary.

Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Sioux City will offer a free, six-week parenting course this fall, beginning Tuesday, Sept. 16, 2025. Led by Nathan Phillips, LMHC, NCC, Clinical Supervisor of Child and School-Based Services, Parenting the Love and Logic Way® will equip parents with practical tools to strengthen relationships, build confidence and create a calmer, more respectful home environment.

Mater Dei Parish in Sioux City is offering A Light for My Path, a spiritual conference held Sept. 26 and 27 at the Nativity Church site.

(Bilingual) Catholic Charities of the Diocese of Sioux City invites community members to participate in its upcoming Fall Suicide Support Groups, offered in both English and Spanish. These free support groups are open to adults (18+) who have lost a loved one to suicide at least 30 days prior. Sessions begin Tuesday, Sept. 2. People of all faiths and backgrounds are welcome.

The Sioux City Mater Dei Parish Knights of the Altar hosted a social evening last week at the Sergeant Bluff pool, drawing nearly 200 parishioners for an evening of faith, fun and fellowship. Children enjoyed swimming while families gathered for burgers, hotdogs and sweet treats.

The Our Lady of Good Counsel, Catholic Daughters of America Court 216 of Fort Dodge honored the priests and deacons of Holy Trinity Parish.

Our Lady of Good Counsel, Catholic Daughters of America Court 216 placed crosses in memory of their deceased CDA members at the cemetery in Fort Dodge.

Approximately 1,000 people from Iowa, Minnesota, Nebraska and South Dakota packed the Sioux City Mater Dei Parish/Nativity Church last night for A Night of Healing with Ge'La. The event was held entirely in Spanish.

Amy Thole of Sibley earned second place at the National Catholic Daughters of America education contest for her poetry. Yvonne O'Leary, CDA education contest chairperson, presented the award to Thole at St. Andrew Church in Sibley July 27 at Mass.

The Catholic Schools Office of the Diocese of Sioux City and the Faith Formation Office both held orientation sessions at the Central Catholic Offices last week to kick off the new academic year and religious education year.

Center for Applied Research in the Apostolate (CARA) released Impact of Mary, Mother of the Church, on Ecclesial Vocations, a first-ever study of its kind, surveys how much of an impact Marian devotion has had on the ecclesial vocations of clergy and religious in the U.S. Catholic Church. A total of 1,019 U.S. bishops, diocesan priests, permanent deacons, deacon directors, and major superiors of men and women completed a survey. The findings indicate that for a majority, devotion to Mary has had an impact on their vocational discernment as well as in how they live out their vocations.

LA CROSSE, Wisconsin - Three Franciscan Sisters of Perpetual Adoration with ties to the Diocese of Sioux City are celebrating their religious jubilees: Sisters Nancy Hoffman, Carrie Kirsch and Carol Hanus.

St. John Church of Arcadia, which is part of Good Shepherd Parish of Breda, is celebrating its 150th anniversary at the end of August. Activities will begin on Aug. 29 and conclude on Aug. 31.