Legislative Day Brings Bishops to the Capitol

by Anne Marie Cox | January 30, 2026

Des Moines Bishop William Joensen talks with a legislat

The four bishops of our state met legislators and their staff Jan. 28 during the annual Iowa Catholic Conference legislative breakfast at the capitol. It's a good opportunity for the bishops to share their thoughts on issues likely to come up that are important to the Catholic Church in Iowa.

The ICC is monitoring legislative proposals. You can use the ICC website to contact your legislators any time with your opinions. All you have to do is put in your address.

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Des Moines Bishop William Joensen (center) listens to state legislators at an annual breakfast meeting.

Des Moines Catholic Schools Superintendent talks with Dubuque Deacon Jeff Harris.

Des Moines Bishop William Joensen (center) listens to state legislators at an annual breakfast meeting.

Des Moines Bishop William Joensen (center) listens to state legislators at an annual breakfast meeting.

Dubuque Archbishop Thomas Zinkula visits with a legislator.

Des Moines Bishop William Joensen (center) listens to state legislators at an annual breakfast meeting.

Davenport Bishop Dennis Walsh visits with legislators.

Sioux City Bishop John Keehner listens to Deacon Mark Prosser (right) and Dubuque Archbishop Thomas Zinkula (left).
Des Moines Catholic Schools Superintendent talks with Dubuque Deacon Jeff Harris.
Anne Marie Cox

Anne Marie Cox is the Director of Communications for the Diocese of Des Moines.