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Students at St. Rose of Lima School participated in las Posadas - re-enacting Joseph and Mary struggling to find a room at the inn before Jesus is born.

The Humboldt area Knights of Columbus presented the winners of their "Keep Christ in Christmas" poster contest before Christmas break. They also presented a check to Principal Sara Bormann for art supplies at St. Mary School.

St. Edmond Catholic School in Fort Dodge raised funds through the annual Festival of Trees event for the Remsen St. Mary High School students recovering from a traffic accident in November near Sioux City.

On Dec. 19, the St. Edmond transitional kindergarten staff upheld the tradition of presenting their students with a class t-shirt crafted by Stefanie Miller, along with special blankets made by Brittany Clark and her mother, "Grandma Mary."

Remsen St. Mary's School held a Las Posadas for the students recently.

Students at Emmetsburg Catholic School participated in an Advent retreat recently.

The Sioux City Cathedral Dual Language Academy recently celebrated las Posadas with students through prayer, call and response, traditional songs, games, crafts and the sharing of tamales. The celebration brought students together in a joyful and meaningful way, highlighting faith, culture, and community during the Advent season.

At the end of the recent all-school Advent prayer service at St. Edmond School in Fort Dodge, Tabitha Acree, elementary school principal was congratulated for receiving her doctorate in educational leadership.

The Crittenton Center employees will have access to discounted tuition at Briar Cliff University in an effort to expand access to higher education through BCU's Partner Tuition Advantage Program.

Each year, area fourth grade students are invited to participate in the Sioux City Public Museum’s History Project. As part of this program, students create a diorama representing one of the areas historic sites, buildings or churches. One Cathedral Dual Language Academy student's diorama will be on display for the Tour of Steeples in Sioux City. Poppy Benson, daughter of Andrew and Angela Benson, Sioux City Mater Dei Parishioners, created a diorama based on her church of attendance, Nativity.

This morning the Bishop Garrigan family gathered to remember their deceased alumni. The BGHS graduates were honored for their lasting impact on the school and their families were included in the school family's prayers.

Catholic educational leaders from across the United States have issued an open letter expressing their gratitude and support for Cardinal Blase Cupich of the Archdiocese of Chicago, in light of his recent leadership and pastoral witness regarding immigration challenges in the Chicagoland area. The statement reaffirms the church’s enduring commitment to the dignity of every person, solidarity with immigrants and refugees, and the pursuit of justice and mercy in public life. Patty Lansink, superintendent of the Catholic schools for the Diocese of Sioux City was one of the signers.

Briar Cliff University announced the appointment of Dan McDermott as the next director of athletics, effective Dec. 8, 2025. McDermott returns to Briar Cliff with more than 35 years of experience in intercollegiate athletics, coaching and sports administration.

On Nov. 5, the Algona Bishop Garrigan School community gathered for a special Veterans Day Mass to honor the men and women who have served the country. The Mass ministries were led by members of the school family who have a special connection to the military.

Bishop John Keehner made his first visit to the University of Northern Iowa and the St. Stephen the Witness Catholic Student Center yesterday. He met with several students from the diocese, offered confessions and celebrated a Mass.

Members of the Storm Lake St. Mary Class of 1999 gathered at Carver Hawkeye arena to cheer on their classmate Ben McCollum as he led the University of Iowa men's basketball team in his first game as head coach Nov. 4.

Briar Cliff University announced the appointment of Dr. Brian Peterson as the next provost and vice president for academic and student affairs, effective January 5, 2026. Dr. Peterson joins Briar Cliff from LaGrange College, where he has most recently served as vice president for academic affairs.

Some of the Remsen St. Mary middle school students attended The Called Youth Conference in Granville Nov. 2. Nearly 300 youth from around the diocese came together to learn, share, and grow in their faith.

Catholic schools in the Diocese of Sioux City often commemorate Dìa de los Muertos with ofrendas and photos of their loved ones who have died. Storm Lake St. Mary first, second and fourth grade students created artwork around their display in time for parent-teacher conferences. The Sioux City Cathedral Dual Language Academy has an ofrenda displayed in the school.

Six students of Remsen St. Mary School earned Gospel Spirit Awards this week.