Broken at the Border with Bishop Mark Seitz

Watch the recording of Bishop Mark Seitz keynote address, the 2nd part in St. Catherine of Siena's 3-part Dialogue Series on immigration.

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Living Lent Resources

This year instead of just surviving Lent, lean in and live it!

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Upcoming Youth Retreats

Have a junior high or high school student looking for retreat opportunities? Explore upcoming retreats for 8th graders, high schoolers, and high school seniors.

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Let the Jubilee Begin!

2025 marks a Jubilee, with a call from the Vatican to focus on being "Pilgrims of Hope".

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Catholic Schools

There are millions of reasons why a Catholic education is the best education around. Witness the difference!

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Lenten Prayer with Fr. Ross Parker

Prayer is one of the pillars of Lent, because prayer is our relationship with the Lord. We come to know God by simply spending time with Him, whether that be in silence, while at Mass, praying the Stations of the Cross, or reading scripture.

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News & Blog

Nurturing faith through a retreat culture

March 25, 2025

A growing retreat culture is a successful outcome of ongoing efforts to focus on key priorities and initiatives taking root in parishes.

Alien or Pilgrim?

March 26, 2025

No longer is one identified primarily by where one migrated from, or by wandering about in the desert, but by the destination toward which one goes on pilgrimage.

Now that’s vulnerable

March 25, 2025

Vulnerability is not a skill; it is a decision. We decide with whom, if anybody at all, we will disclose our personal self.

Diocesan Events

Encounter the Eucharist: An Evening with Fr. Mike Schmitz

April 2, 2025 7:00 PM
Location: Community Choice Convention Center in Des Moines, IA

The popular Catholic podcasting priest will offer insights into the Catholic Faith that will inspire you to a deeper relationship with Jesus Christ. Experience Sacred Music and Eucharistic Adoration as a part of this special fundraising event as Iowa Catholic Radio Network embarks on its 20th year of broadcasting.

Ministries & Services

Giving

Your continued generosity each year helps provide the needed funds for programs and ministries throughout our Diocese. These programs provide services that no one parish could provide on its own. Every gift matters!

Catholic Charities Annual Appeal

Donors who commit to an annual gift help strengthen and empower individuals and families through some of the most difficult times in their lives. Consider an annual gift that will help all year!

Mental Health Ministry

Mental Health Ministry is the process of spiritual accompaniment with others as they experience God's presence, love, and healing.

Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa

The Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa (CFSWIA) is a non-profit, charitable organization that assists individuals, parishes, schools, and Catholic organizations across the 23-county Diocese of Des Moines as they seek to secure and provide long-term financial support.