"His birth as man put skin on Divine Love, as if saying: I’m here. I love you. You can neither earn nor lose my love. I will protect you forever - remember that! That's what we celebrate at Christmas. That's all we need for it to be a merry Christmas. That's all we need for it to be a happy New Year." Read the full message by clicking the title link above.
"Life is sacred, in and of itself, but also because of God’s plan for each person, for how the fabric of each person’s life will enrich the tapestry of world events...when we defend the rights and dignity of people on the periphery, like the poor or the unborn, all people are lifted up as a result." Click on the title link above to read the full article.
This year, in place of our usual giving tree to support those in need with Christmas gifts, monetary collections will be accepted on the weekends of December 12 and 19. All contributions will be given to Resources Unite and/or the Dubuque Boys and Girls Club to support their annual gift-giving programs serving children throughout the Dubuque community. Simply put your donation in an envelope marked "Giving Tree" and drop it into the collection basket at Mass or deliver to the parish office.
Join us at 4 p.m. on this third Advent Sunday set aside to rejoice at the nearness of our Savior as we welcome with joy into our hearts Christ, who is God’s mercy and peace, and turn to God humbly asking for the grace of sincere repentance for our sins in preparation of our Savior's return.
Mass times are as follows: Tuesday, December 7 at 5:30 P.M. and Wednesday, December 8 at 7 A.M. and 6:00 P.M. The Wednesday evening Mass will also be livestreamed.
Poinsettias are again being sold for $15 to decorate our worship space for the Christmas season. If you would like to purchase a plant in memory of someone, please send a check payable to St. Columbkille Church to the parish office before December 6th.
We invite you to read this latest message and full version of the letter sent yesterday from Archbishop Jackels to the Senators from Iowa in an effort to request amendment of the Build Back Better Act so that the health care proposals in the bill will be guided by the Hyde Amendment, not allowing for taxpayer funding of elective abortions.
Invite your friends and family to enjoy a hot breakfast provided by our local Knights of Columbus. Serving from 7:30 - 11:30 A.M. in Presentation Hall. As always, your freewill offering is greatly appreciated! For full menu and more information, click on the title link above.
November begins with the Feast of All Saints, reminding us that we are surrounded by powerful prayer companions on our own journey to Heaven. We invite you to join us for Holy Day Mass on Monday, November 1 at 5:30 p.m. followed by a soup supper and exposition of Sacred Relics. Click on the event title for more information.
Live auction held at Dubuque County Fairgrounds to benefit Mary's Inn Maternity Home, sponsored by Knights of Columbus Councils in Dubuque County area. Doors open at 10 a.m. with auction starting at Noon. Lunch also available.
Join us the weekend of October 23/24 to celebrate Deacon Bill's 35th anniversary of Ordination and to thank him for his service to our parish. A reception will be held following each of the weekend Masses.
Come, Holy Spirit! Celebrate along with our confirmadis on Wednesday, October 6 as they receive the gift of the Holy Spirit. Mass will be livestreamed at 6 p.m. and available for future viewing as well.
Please read the message from Archbishop Jackels and consider responding to the abortion legislation passed by the US House of Representatives (HR 3755).
Anointing of the Sick will be offered at all Masses the weekend of October 2nd and 3rd to strengthen those who are facing serious life change due to illness and to assist them by providing spiritual reinforcement. Old age with physical weakness, or having an underlying condition are reasons for anointing even if no serious illness is present.
The 13th annual Friends of the Poor® Walk/Run will be held on September 25 to raise awareness and funds for the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Registration begins at 8:30 at St. Columbkille Church. Click the event title for more information.
Join us for outdoor Mass at 10 a.m., followed by a delicious chicken dinner provided by The Moracco. Games, prizes, raffles and bake sale – fun for all ages! Click the title link above to reserve your meal, print raffle tickets and sign up to volunteer. We hope to see you there!
Some might be anxious about a breakthrough infection, or putting the health of a loved one at risk. Read Archbishop Jackels' latest message regarding Sunday Mass attendance.
Our livestream will be suspended after July 24th. This ministry has been run by volunteers since the pandemic began. If you feel this service has been a great blessing or service and you would like for it to continue please let the parish office know and we will consider our options going forward.
