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Happy Easter!

Jesus Christ is risen and appears among us here and now in the Diocese of Des Moines in our parishes and in every venue where we are poised to give witness to this saving truth! As we celebrate the humble, beautiful Savior this Easter, Bishop William Joensen invites you to open your heart anew to receive Jesus’ peace, and he invites you to share his peace with others. En Espanol.

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News & Blog

13th Annual "Race to Feed Kids" 5K in Des Moines

May 5, 2026

The 13th Annual Race to Feed Kids is a 5K race that starts at the Women’s Achievement Bridge in Des Moines on Saturday, May 9, at 9 a.m. The proceeds from this race will support Mary’s Meals, a school-feeding program that provides daily meals to 3 million children in 16 countries.

Bishop Blesses "Pope Leo Village" Groundbreaking

May 5, 2026

Bishop William Joensen, assisted by Deacon Francis Chan, blessed the grounds of the Greater Des Moines Habitat for Humanity’s future Pope Leo Village on Friday, April 24.

Silver Rose Travels Through Diocese of Des Moines

May 5, 2026

Knights of Columbus councils across Iowa shepherded a single silver rose, which was one of eight silver roses conveyed through North America, the Philippines, and Puerto Rico from early March through mid-December. At each stop along the route, the Knights performed a rosary-centered ceremony, with all roses converging in Mexico for the Feast Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe on Saturday, December 12.

Diocesan Events

Nourish for Parents

May 9, 2026 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Location: Holy Trinity Catholic Church and School, 2926 Beaver Avenue Des Moines, IA 50310

Nourish for Parents is a Christ-centered support group to encourage and empower parents of children with disabilities or mental health challenges.

St. Vincent de Paul's 34th Annual Cip in Fore Charity Golf Fundraiser

May 21, 2026 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Location: Copper Creek Golf Course, 4825 Copper Creek Dr., Pleasant Hill, Iowa 50327

Your participation supports our food pantries, workforce development, and reentry programs.

Ministries & Services

Deaf & Disability Ministry

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.

Marriage & Family Life

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

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

Youth Ministry

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.