Diocesan News

Episcopus Davenportensis Decree – the parishes of Our Lady of Lourdes and St. John Vianney in Bettendorf

Episcopus Davenportensis Decree - the parishes of Our Lady of Lourdes and St. John Vianney in Bettendorf

OFFICIAL Diocese of Davenport Bishop’s Office Davenport, Iowa 52804 Episcopus Davenportensis Decree Whereas, the parishes of Our Lady of Lourdes …Read More


Happenings around the Davenport Diocese – June 18, 2026

Happenings around the Davenport Diocese - June 18, 2026

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People

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


New vice president for strategic growth

New vice president for strategic growth

DAVENPORT — St. Ambrose University-Davenport and Mount Mercy University-Cedar Rapids announce the appointment of Nicole Sakraida as vice president for …Read More


Features

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


Showing up fully human

Showing up fully human

By Kim Novak Unfolding Spirit Upon moving to a new home six years ago, Tom and I took on the …Read More


Opinion

Holy fathers and fast balls

By Dan Russo Editorial Pope Leo XIV asked Catholics June 2 to join him in praying “for the values of …Read More


Being Catholic and patriotic at 250

Being Catholic and patriotic at 250

By Patrick Schmadeke Evangelization in the World Today I was 10 years old on Sept. 11, 2001. I remember the …Read More