Archbishop addresses continuing impact of sex abuse scandals
From bad to worse Sex abuse of a minor – bad. By an ordained person – worse. When his superior
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Archbishop Jackels’ Messages
Messages from Archbishop Jackels
Reflecting on the way forward in light of sexual abuse crisis, prayer service Sept. 14
Lest there be any confusion or wonderment… What is what Let us be clear: sex abuse of minors by
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Archbishop comments on recent sexual abuse scandals
Overwhelmed. Disheartened. Ashamed. And at a loss as to an adequate response. Those are some of my reactions to recent
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Archbishop’s decree uniting St. Henry and St. Mary parishes
Michael O. Jackels By the Grace of God and the Favor of the Apostolic See Archbishop of Dubuque DECREE Uniting
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Church teaching on the death penalty changes
On 1 August 2018 our Holy Father Pope Francis changed Catholic teaching on the death penalty. The text presently found
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Iowa court’s decision to strike down waiting period before abortion ‘sad’ and ‘bad’
The judgment of the Iowa Supreme Court, striking down the mandatory three-day waiting period before an abortion can take place,
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Both/and, not either/or: A Catholic ‘seamless garment’ approach on right to life issues
Both/and, not either/or. The bishops of the USA, at their June meeting, made some strong statements about the present administration’s
Read MoreIowa Catholic Conference reviews 2018 legislative session
“As Catholics, our cause is the defense of human life and dignity and the protection of the weak and vulnerable
Read MoreStatement Regarding Passage of ‘Heartbeat’ bill
The Iowa Catholic Conference is pleased the Legislature has taken action in Senate File 359 to stop any trafficking in
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Resignation of House of Representatives’ Chaplain raises questions
Editor’s note: Since this column was written, the House Chaplain has rescinded his resignation and is keeping his job. More
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