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
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Archbishop Jackels
A statement from Archbishop Jackels about the “horrible act of terror and hate” committed in Orlando
Our Catholic faith inspires us to offer condolences to the families and friends of the victims of the horrible act
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Archbishop Jackels’ Easter message
For a lot of us the practice of our religion is focused on belonging to the Church and going to
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Zika, contraception and church teaching
By Archbishop Michael Jackels Witness Publisher Contrary to recent media stories, Pope Francis is not changing the Church’s teaching against
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Understanding church laws for Lent
By Archbishop Michael Jackels Witness Publisher In last week’s issue of The Witness there was a reminder concerning the Church
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