All teens aged 13-18 are invited to attend this year's YOUTH 2000 retreat on Feb. 13-15th at St. Pius X.
Organizations that focus on alleviating hunger and poverty are invited to apply for a 2026 CRS Rice Bowl grant.
If you or your organization is looking for a way to help others in the community this winter, Catholic Charities has you covered!
There are millions of reasons why a Catholic education is the best education around. Witness the difference!
"What is it God that you want me to do for you today?"
Deacon Dennis Wright is an ordained permanent deacon for the Diocese of Des Moines. You can learn more about the Permanent Diaconate by visiting dmdiocese.org/diaconate.
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Dreams Become Reality at Atlantic Parish
February 9, 2026
A newly renovated parish center will continue to be an essential tool for evangelization at Saints Peter and Paul Catholic Church in Atlantic.
Three Parishes, One Youth Group: How Council Bluffs Built Something New
February 8, 2026
Fun, faith, and friendship are the ingredients for successful youth ministry in Council Bluffs.
You’re Not Afraid of Commitment—You’re Afraid of Being Misled
February 1, 2026
With so much anxiety and distrust in our world, how can people trust in the Catholic faith?
February 12, 2026 7:00 PM - 09:00 PMLocation: Sacred Heart Catholic Church, 1627 Grand Ave., West Des Moines, IA
Local Catholic and professional musicians, 5-6 featured composers, local parish music directors as well as featured composer Patrick McGuire offer a free concert.
February 20, 2026 5:00 PMLocation: Varies
Attending a fish fry at your local parish (or a new parish!) can be a great way to support the parish, engage in community, and practice your Friday obligation to avoid meat.
February 27, 2026 5:00 PMLocation: Varies
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.
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 is the process of spiritual accompaniment with others as they experience God's presence, love, and healing.
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.