Diocesan News

Supporting those in Central and Eastern Europe

On Ash Wednesday, Feb, 18, our diocese will participate in the special Collection for the Church in Central and Eastern …Read More


St. Ambrose to host international conference on faith, hope, renewal

St. Ambrose to host international  conference on faith, hope, renewal

For The Catholic Messenger DAVENPORT — St. Ambrose University is proud to host the upcoming international conference, From A(mbrose) to …Read More


People

Iowa bishops attend legislative breakfast

Iowa bishops attend legislative breakfast

For The Catholic Messenger DES MOINES — The four Catholic bishops of Iowa and several board and committee members of …Read More


Young Knight credits God, McGivney for recovery

Young Knight credits God, McGivney for recovery

By Dawn Prosser For The Catholic Messenger ORANGE CITY, Iowa — Late evening Dec. 4, 2021, Benedictine College sophomore Christopher …Read More


Features

Finding virtue amidst the chaos

Finding virtue amidst the chaos

  By Kathy Burken On Deck I live in Saint Paul, a few miles from where Renee Nicole Good was …Read More


Author reflects on impact of Catholic education in Burlington

Author reflects on impact of Catholic education in Burlington

By Tom Murray Guest Column The word “sophomore” comes from the Greek roots sophos (wise) and moros (foolish) — a “wise fool.” In the …Read More


Opinion

ESAs have been good for Iowa Catholic school students

ESAs have been good for Iowa Catholic school students

By Dan Russo Editorial Catholic Schools Week is Jan. 25-31. It’s a good time to highlight an encouraging trend. For …Read More


Responding to Gaudium et Spes

Responding to Gaudium et Spes

By Dr. Ella Johnson SAU Theological Perspective When I pause to reflect on the challenges currently facing our country and …Read More