Joint statement from the Diocese of Des Moines and Prairie Fire Ministries

August 7, 2024

Canonical concerns have been raised to the Diocese of Des Moines and Prairie Fire Ministries Leadership regarding the exercise of ministry within the Prairie Fire Ministries organization. Due to the nature of these concerns, the Diocese and Prairie Fire Ministries have mutually agreed to pause all Prairie Fire ministries and the ministry of affiliate organizations until these concerns have been adequately addressed. Both the Diocese of Des Moines and Prairie Fire Ministries Leadership intend to address these concerns promptly and with due diligence.