Imagine this scenario: Your 12-year-old child or grandchild who lives in Iowa needs emergency psychiatric care because of severe, self-injurious …Read More
Category: Opinion
Reaction to the Iran accord: fear of the unknown
By Greg Cusack Much of the initial outcry against the accord reached between Iran and major world powers was predictable, …Read More
Pope Francis’ Laudato Si: just read it
By Fr. Bud Grant A few weeks ago in Dubuque I asked Archbishop Michael Jackels to help me answer a …Read More
Say no to nukes
To the Editor: It’s been 70 years since atomic bombs were dropped on Japan, claiming over 250,000 lives. Forty five …Read More
Cathedral bell tower work needed
To the Editor: In 1891 St. Marguerite’s Church was replaced with Sacred Heart Cathedral. The bell from St. Marguerite’s, dedicated …Read More
Raise minimum wage
To the Editor: If you work 40 hours a week, you should be able to take care of yourself, a …Read More
Why no jubilee for families
To the Editor: Did you notice the irony when The Catholic Messenger paired a story about Pope Francis offering guidance …Read More