All teens aged 13-18 are invited to attend this year's YOUTH 2000 retreat on Feb. 13-15th at St. Pius X.
Organizations that focus on alleviating hunger and poverty are invited to apply for a 2026 CRS Rice Bowl grant.
If you or your organization is looking for a way to help others in the community this winter, Catholic Charities has you covered!
The Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa is offering a FREE Personal Estate Planning Kit is a tool for organizing your estate—saving you time, protecting your assets and helping you establish your legacy.
There are millions of reasons why a Catholic education is the best education around. Witness the difference!
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Deacon Dennis Wright is an ordained permanent deacon for the Diocese of Des Moines. You can learn more about the Permanent Diaconate by visiting dmdiocese.org/diaconate.
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“Just a Mom from Iowa” Steps onto the National Stage
January 12, 2026
When Sarah Hurm steps onto the stage at the National March for Life this January, she won’t have a politician’s polish or a lobbyist’s talking points.
Marching Without Applause: A Deacon Revives a Story of Courage and Change
January 10, 2026
Over a hundred years ago, military history was made on diocesan soil. Now, you can read about it in a new book written by one of the Diocese’s deacons.
Night to Shine Volunteers Still Needed
January 8, 2026
Volunteers are still needed at Sacred Heart in West Des Moines for their upcoming Night to Shine on February 13, 2026.
January 25, 2026 7:00 PMLocation: The Kings Head, 1610 SW Main St, Ankeny, IA 50023
This month at Tap Into Faith John Huynh will discuss the core principles of Catholic Social Teaching and what they mean for our lives.
February 28, 2026 8:00 AM - 03:30 PMLocation: Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309
The FORGE Conference 2026 is an event for any man looking to succeed against the threats of the modern world.
The Office for Disability Ministry serves as a resource providing parishes, schools, individuals and families with tools to make the Catholic faith accessible to all.
Sharing in Christ's vision, the Diocese of Des Moines Marriage and Family Life Department seeks to work with parishes and couples, walking with all families in all their stages of life.
Mental Health Ministry is the process of spiritual accompaniment with others as they experience God's presence, love, and healing.
The Diocesan Office of Youth Ministry partners with parishes and families to foster these communities and experiences as our Diocesan youth traverse the difficult world of being a teen.