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The Synod Survey Report has been posted on the archdiocesan website at https://dbqarch.org/synod-report. This report was sent to the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops and is the report for the archdiocesan family as well. The report summarizes the significant findings, conclusions and next steps in this work to build parish vibrancy. Also posted are detailed summaries from each section of the survey (including short answer questions), focus groups and copy of the survey used. This information will provide further details and support for the significant findings and conclusions found in the Synod Survey Report. It will also provide much insight into what the nearly 16,000 participants feel. Thank you to all who provided input to assist in this important planning process.

Totus Tuus is is a summer Catholic youth program dedicated to sharing the Gospel and promoting the Catholic Faith through evangelization, catechesis, Christian witness, and Eucharistic worship. This year, Totus Tuus for Dubuque will be held at Nativity on July 25—29. The daytime session for children entering grades 1—6 is 8:30 a.m. — 2:30 p.m. and is $50 for the first child and $25 for each additional child. The evening session for students entering grades 7—12 is 7:00—9:15 p.m. and the cost is $20 each. For more information and to register go to https://nativitydbq.org/totus-tuus-2022.

Join the Dubuque Area Youth Ministry on a bus trip to Six Flags Great America on Tuesday, June 7, 2022. The cost for the trip is $85 which includes the bus travel, parking and ticket to the amusement park. Food is not included in the cost of this event. All 9th-12th grade students are invited to participate. Click on the event title link for more information and to download the registration form.

The St. Columbkille Knights will host a free will offering breakfast, 7:30 a.m. - 12 p.m., to support the Iowa K of C Ultrasound Initiative. These machines allow women in crisis pregnancies to see their child and choose life. The breakfast will include made-to-order omelets and all the fixings. We hope you will join us in helping SAVE THE BABIES. Click on the title link above for more information.

All are invited on Sunday, May 15, to an open house celebration of Fr. Tom McDermott’s 25th Anniversary of Ordination. Lunch will be served following the 10 a.m. Mass from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. in Presentation Hall. Please stop by to congratulate Fr. Tom and thank him for his 25 years of service in the priesthood!

May Crowning will take place during each of the weekend Masses on May 7 & 8. Please join us in celebration with our First Communicants as we honor our Blessed Mother, Mary.

Pope Francis has invited the bishops and faithful of the world to join him in the consecration of Russia and of Ukraine to the Immaculate Heart of Mary this Friday, March 25, the Solemnity of the Annunciation. Archbishop Jackels will be leading a livestreamed prayer to participate in the consecration on Friday, March 25 at 11:00 AM local time. To learn more, visit www.dbqarch.org/live-broadcasts. If you are unable to join in prayer at that time, a recording will remain available on the Archdiocese of Dubuque website, Facebook page, and YouTube channel.

By examining our conscience, we respond to God’s Word – looking at our own lives, searching our hearts, and asking God’s forgiveness for all that we’ve done that does not bear the good fruit of God’s love. All are invited to attend a Communal Reconciliation Service at St. Columbkille on Sunday, March 20 at 4 p.m.

Knights of Columbus Councils #510, #10069, #5513 and #15813 will be holding their 17th Annual Baby Shower from March 4 – March 20. All donations will be given to Birthright. Donations can be placed in the baby crib on display at St. Columbkille's. A list of requested items (diapers, newborn outfits, blankets, etc.) will be available in the crib.

The current war in Ukraine is cause for great concern for the whole world. Pope Francis has encouraged us to pray for peace. Archbishop Jackels will preside at a live-streamed Archdiocesan prayer service at St. Raphael Cathedral on Wednesday, March 16 beginning at 6:30 p.m. Click on the title link above for the livestream. A collection to assist the refugees of Ukraine will be announced.

You're invited to the Archdiocese of Dubuque 2022 Men’s Conference on the Solemnity of St. Joseph! The event will take place at Xavier High School in Cedar Rapids. Live-stream is available for virtual participation as well. Come fellowship with other men and be inspired by our speakers! For more information, click the event title above.

Anointing of the Sick will be offered at all Masses the weekend of March 12 and 13 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. For more information, click the event title above.

Join us for Mass and distribution of ashes at 7 a.m., 9 a.m., or 6 p.m. (also livestreamed at 6 p.m.). Old palm can be returned to the church center vestibule by February 28 to be burned for this year's ashes. Click here for the full Lent and Holy Week schedule, March 2 - April 17.

Learn what it takes to get involved as a Jail & Prison Reentry Volunteer. Hear from experienced volunteers and ask questions. This session will take place on Thursday, February 24, 6:30 p.m. in Martin Hall at St. Joseph the Worker Catholic Church. For more information on the program, click the title link above.

Knights of Columbus is sponsoring a Pilgrim Icon Prayer Service in honor of Saint Joseph on Thursday, February 17, 6 - 6:30 p.m. at St. Columbkille. Pray for Saint Joseph, protector of family life, and for his intercession in preserving, cultivating and passing on the Catholic faith to future generations.

Did you know? Supporting parishes contribute $4.6 million annually to keep tuition affordable! Join us after the 8 and 10 a.m. Masses on January 30 for a reception hosted by Holy Family as an expression of gratitude to our parishioners. Together, we celebrate Faith, Excellence, and Service!

This year's virtual 2022 Archdiocesan Women's Conference enables women to participate from the comfort of their own homes on Saturday, January 29, 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. Click on the title link above for more information or to register.

Join us for our upcoming Parish Mission on January 23, 24 & 25. Father Joseph Sevcik will guide us each evening, combining a love of Sacred Scripture and a love of St. Paul, in our theme of ENCOUNTER HOPE. Learn more by clicking on the title link above.

The Dubuque County Right to Life Annual Walk for Life will take place on Saturday, January 15, 2022 starting at Washington Park. The walk will begin at 11 a.m. and will conclude with a free chili luncheon and guest speaker Anthony Digmann. Click on the event title for more information.

Join us for a Holy Hour for Vocations at St. Joseph the Worker Church on Wednesday, January 12, 2022 at 7 p.m. Archbishop Jackels will lead the Holy Hour and seminarian Thiet Hoang will give reflection. Please join us to pray for priestly vocations.