Diocesan News

Students first in diocese to attend Life Teen camp in Missouri

Students first in diocese to attend Life Teen camp in Missouri

By Dan Russo The Catholic Messenger These days if you saw a social media post claiming that a group of …Read More


Regina’s ‘North Star’ to retire after nearly 58 years

Regina’s ‘North Star’ to retire after nearly 58 years

By Lindsay Steele The Catholic Messenger IOWA CITY — In 1968, Marlene Frantz took a temporary job working in the …Read More


People

Messenger Sheen pilgrimage to Peoria July 24, 2026

Messenger Sheen pilgrimage to Peoria July 24, 2026

  The Catholic Messenger Archbishop Fulton Sheen pilgrimage will provide spiritual enrichment, fellowship and an opportunity to experience a unique …Read More


New leadership format for Clinton Franciscans

New leadership format for Clinton Franciscans

For The Catholic Messenger CLINTON — After years of careful consideration, contemplation and discernment, the Sisters of St. Francis have …Read More


Features

Bringing a bit of heaven to earth

Bringing a bit of heaven to earth

By Jenna Ebener A reflection Last November, I got to explore Universal Studios and Universal Epic in Florida. They keep …Read More


God will save you

God will save you

By Hal Green Pondering Prayer I turned to God long ago in desperation. My entire being shivered at the realization …Read More


Opinion

Crossing the goal

Crossing the goal

By Dan Russo Lionel Messi, the greatest soccer player in the world today, is probably also the most visible Catholic …Read More


College’s ‘Family Week’ affirms Catholic identity

College’s ‘Family Week’ affirms Catholic identity

By John Oven Guest Column During the last week of May, my family and I trekked across Iowa and Missouri …Read More