What's Your Vocation Call?

If you feel God may be calling you to priesthood or religious life, let us know. Talk to your pastor, a seminarian, and our Vocations Office for more information.

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Reach for the Stars

Teens: What is your North Star and who will help you get there? The Ad Astra faith conference may have answers!

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Summertime Service

Looking for something to do this summer? Check out all the family volunteer opportunities at Catholic Charities.

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Catholic Schools

There are millions of reasons why a Catholic education is the best education around. Witness the difference!

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Congratulations Father Stan

We congratulate our newest priest, Father Stan Asjes, who was ordained June 26. What inspired him to take this leap for the Lord? Hear him share his story.

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News & Blog

At Home in the Parish

July 9, 2026

Forty six Hispanic Catholics graduated from a lay ministry formation program that empowered them to grow ministry in their parishes.

Declaration of Interdependence

July 8, 2026

The U.S. bishops' consecration of our nation is a spiritual “Declaration of Interdependence,” where we thank God for abundant gifts and humbly implore God for peace, reconciled relationships, repaired injustices, and healing.

'I’ve always left part of my heart': Fr. David Polich Celebrates 50 Years

June 30, 2026

Fr. Polich was ordained on June 25, 1976, at St. John’s Church, after formation at Loras College and University of Notre Dame. In 2026, he celebrates 50 years as a priest in the Diocese of Des Moines.

Diocesan Events

Guadalupe Statue Visits St. Ambrose Cathedral

July 15, 2026 12:00 AM - July 23, 2026 12:00 AM
Location: St. Ambrose Cathedral. 607 High Street. Des Moines, IA 50309

Come see the life-sized statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe that's visiting the Diocese of Des Moines from July 15 to September 11.

Ad Astra Catholic Youth Conference

July 17, 2026 6:00 PM - July 18, 2026 8:00 PM
Location: Grand View University, Henning Student Center, 2811 E 14th St, Des Moines, IA 50316

Join us for the first ever Ad Astra Youth Conference. Ad astra means “to the stars.” High schoolers are at a fascinating point in their lives—they are beginning to embark on their own great adventure. What will be your guiding star? Will you wander and be lost, or will you chart a course of meaning, purpose, and greatness? Will you drift with the current, or aim for your Destiny? This two-day gathering for high schoolers will take place July 17-18 at Grand View University in Des Moines, Iowa.

Guadalupe Statue Visits Our Lady of the Americas

July 25, 2026 12:00 AM - August 4, 2026 12:00 AM
Location: Our Lady of the Americas. 1271 E 9th Street. Des Moines, IA 50316

Come see the life-sized statue of Our Lady of Guadalupe that's visiting the Diocese of Des Moines from July 15 to September 11.

Ministries & Services

Deaf & Disability Ministry

The Office for Disability Ministry serves as a resource providing parishes, schools, individuals and families with tools to make the Catholic faith accessible to all.

Marriage & Family Life

Sharing in Christ's vision, the Diocese of Des Moines Marriage and Family Life Department seeks to work with parishes and couples, walking with all families in all their stages of life.

Mental Health Ministry

Mental Health Ministry is the process of spiritual accompaniment with others as they experience God's presence, love, and healing.

Youth Ministry

The Diocesan Office of Youth Ministry partners with parishes and families to foster these communities and experiences as our diocesan youth traverse the difficult world of being a teen.