September 24, 2019
ArchdioceseOne Special Appeal
A message from Archbishop Jackels announcing the ArchdioceseOne special appeal.
July 18, 2019
Statement on Fr. Joensen’s Appointment as Des Moines Bishop
Today, our Holy Father Pope Francis gave voice to God’s will by naming Father William Joensen as the next Bishop of the Diocese of Des Moines; and Father Bill said “yes.”
June 17, 2019
Archbishop’s Health Update
Thanks to all for prayers for healing. God heard, and responded “yes.”
May 22, 2019
Church Teaching on the MMR Vaccine
In light of the recent measels outbreak, Archbishop Jackels discusses Catholic teaching on the MMR Vaccine.
May 03, 2019
Our Call to Share
The Our Call to Share Collection will be taken up in parishes this weekend.
November 19, 2018
Archbishop Jackels Reports on the USCCB Meeting
From the Archbishop of Dubuque, Michael Jackels: At the recent USCCB meeting, my intention was to take notes in order to make a report to the people of the Archdiocese. As the meeting unfolded, it...
November 02, 2018
An Update on the Response to the Abuse Crisis
From the Archbishop of Dubuque, Michael Jackels: With regard to the crisis caused by the recent scandals related to clergy sexual abuse, it is I believe good to keep everyone informed as to what is...
August 31, 2018
Reflecting on the Abuse Crisis
From the Archbishop of Dubuque, Michael Jackels: From Bad to Worse Sex abuse of a minor – bad. By an ordained person – worse. When his superior knew about it, and did nothing – worst....