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Winter Program Needs

If you or your organization is looking for a way to help others in the community this winter, Catholic Charities has you covered!

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St. Theresa of the Child Jesus to Host Speaker Series

Join St. Theresa of the Child Jesus in Des Moines for their Winter Wisdom Speaker Series, a four-week gathering designed to deepen insight, spark reflection, and strengthen community.

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Get Your Free Personal Estate Planning Kit

The Catholic Foundation of Southwest Iowa is offering a FREE Personal Estate Planning Kit is a tool for organizing your estate—saving you time, protecting your assets and helping you establish your legacy.

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Iowa Pilgrims Prepare for Annual March for Life

Currently there are 60 pilgrims from all four of the state's dioceses, enough to fill a charter bus, but Maggie DeWitte is still looking for more registrations.

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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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A Christmas Message from Bishop Joensen

As we enter into the Christmas season, we celebrate the hope that was born in that little town of Bethlehem as the angels sang "Glory to God in the highest." May you, too, bear a song in your hearts and on your lips, and may the Spirit of Christmas hope abide with you and your families!

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News & Blog

Iowa Pilgrims Prepare for Annual March for Life

December 29, 2025

Currently there are 60 pilgrims from all four of the state's dioceses, enough to fill a charter bus, but Maggie DeWitte is still looking for more registrations.

St. Theresa of the Child Jesus to Host Winter Wisdom Speaker Series

December 22, 2025

Warm up your winter evenings with inspiration, connection, and meaningful conversation at St. Theresa's Winter Wisdom Speaker Series.

The Angelus Prayer

December 20, 2025

The Angelus Prayer commemorates the Incarnation when God became man in Jesus. Today it is recited morning, noon, and evening with the ringing of three bells.

Diocesan Events

Making a New Year's Intention

January 10, 2026 9:00 AM - 02:30 PM
Location: Emmaus House, 3315 70th Street, Urbandale, IA 50322

Using the wisdom of the Ignatian Examen, you're invited to prayerfully review the past year with God before voicing an intention for the year ahead.

Pilgrimage & Catholic Life with Fr. Mike Mahoney

January 14, 2026 6:30 PM - 07:30 PM
Location: St Theresa Catholic Church, 1230 Merle Hay Rd, Des Moines, IA 50311

Join Fr. Mike Mahoney as he explains the meaning and importance of pilgrimage in the Catholic faith.

FORGE Men's Conference

February 28, 2026 8:00 AM - 03:30 PM
Location: Iowa Events Center, 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA 50309

The FORGE Conference 2026 is an event for any man looking to succeed against the threats of the modern world.

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.