Request for a Letter of Suitability

As we expect visiting clergy to demonstrate suitability for ministry, so should we provide such assurance to other dioceses.  Clergy are expected to request a letter of good standing from the Diocese prior to conducting sacramental or pastoral ministry in another location. Upon request, the Chancellor will provide a letter of suitability to the hosting diocese, and will carbon copy the local pastor (or other institutional leader) and the requesting clergy.

To streamline the process of requesting a letter of suitability, the Diocese of Des Moines is moving this process online. You will need to fill out the form below completely and click "submit". All information must be included in the request for a letter of suitability to be processed.

When possible, please submit your request at least 2 weeks in advance or earlier so that proper notification can be sent to the diocese and parish location where you will perform your ministry.