By Barb Arland-Fye The Catholic Messenger Some parishes, particularly in rural communities, have clustered for years while others are making …Read More
Lay parish reps say clustering helps sustain parishes
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Illuminating hope for all
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, Last month, I celebrated Mass at the Iowa State Penitentiary in Fort Madison to …Read More
ICC synopsizes the first week of the Iowa Legislature 2025 session
By Tom Chapman For The Catholic Messenger With the beginning of the legislative session comes a flurry of new bills. …Read More
School enrollment continues to climb
By Anne Marie Amacher The Catholic Messenger Enrollment in Catholic schools in the Diocese of Davenport has grown by more …Read More
Breaking ground for permanent supportive housing in Clinton
By Barb Arland-Fye The Catholic Messenger CLINTON — Some supportive housing advocates clutched hand warmers; others wore colorful winter hats …Read More
More than money: Late educator, volunteer made an impact on Clinton Catholic community
By Lindsay Steele The Catholic Messenger CLINTON — Longtime volunteer Odelia Schrunk surprised her Jesus Christ, Prince of Peace Parish …Read More
Craft night: See where the Holy Spirit takes your creativity
By Anne Marie Amacher The Catholic Messenger DAVENPORT — On a chilly Thursday night, about 20 women gathered in Denning …Read More