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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Celebrate Your Big Anniversary

This October, Bishop Joensen will celebrate two Milestone Anniversary Masses to honor couples celebrating 5, 10, 20, 30, 40, or 50+ years of marriage

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Faith This Fall

Looking to get involved in faith community this fall? Stay up to date on our events page to see what's happening across our Diocese.

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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 "Providential" and "Miraculous" Arrival for Our Diocese's Newest Priests

Fathers Kevin Anigbo and Solomon Andrew are Missionaries of Divine Mercy from Nigeria and arrived earlier this month to serve the Diocese of Des Moines. Get to know them.

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News & Blog

Community prays for justice, peace, reconciliation as TPS ends

September 8, 2026

Singing "Be Not Afraid," supporters of migrants come together to pray for justice, peace, and reconciliation.

Father Paul Monahan, a longtime pastor and educator, died after 66 years of priestly ministry

September 5, 2026

Father Paul Monahan, a longtime pastor and educator, died after 66 years of priestly ministry

She Said Yes at 17: Seventy Years Later, Sister Jeanie Hagedorn Is Still Grateful

August 25, 2026

In 1956, when she was 17 years old, Jeanie Hagedorn entered the convent to become a Sister of the Humility of Mary. Now, in 2026, she’ll celebrate the 70th anniversary of that life-changing decision.

Diocesan Events

Milestone Anniversary Mass with Bishop Joensen

October 4, 2026 12:00 PM - 01:30 PM
Location: St Peter's Catholic Church, 1 Bluff Street, Council Bluffs, IA 51503

Join Bishop Joensen in recongizing couples in our diocese who have reached a milestone anniversary this year!

First Monday Adoration with Praise & Worship

October 5, 2026 7:00 PM
Location: St. Boniface Catholic Church, Waukee, IA 50263

First Monday Adoration with Praise & Worship Music

Milestone Anniversary Mass with Bishop Joensen

October 10, 2026 4:00 PM - 05:30 PM
Location: St Ambrose Cathedral, 607 High Street, Des Moines, IA 50309

Join Bishop Joensen in recongizing couples in our diocese who have reached a milestone anniversary this year!

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.