Greetings from the chancery of the Diocese of Davenport

As fellow brothers and sisters in Christ, we are all called to serve one another according to our gifts and abilities.  On this website you will find a wealth of information including references, policies, and documents for your use. 

My staff is here to assist you.  Please feel free to contact them by phone, e-mail or in person.

Most Rev. Martin J. Amos, DD.

Bishop of Davenport

The Diocese of Davenport welcomes into our presbyterate this weekend Hai Dinh and Joseph Sia.   (more) Project Andrew Dinner Information Faith Formation Events in June   Framework for the Future: Tuesday, June 10, Regina High School in Iowa City. Explore how we implement the new high school faith formation curriculum framework.   June Institute: Planning with a Purpose: Wednesday, June 11 at Holy Trinity Parish Hall in Richmond. This one-day event will focus on systemic planning for parish faith formation.               Dan Mulhall (more) Living Like Francis Today - a retreat for all who Minister in the Church by Sister Marci Blum Saturday Sept 6, 2008 Mt. Pleasant, IA (more)

Aid to Immigrant Families in Postville   The recent immigration raids in Postville have left families in dire need of assistance.  There are basic needs for cots, blankets, food, juice, etc. for the families who have lost income due to the raids.  The best response is to send money so that supplies can be purchased locally in Postville.    Please join the Diocese of Davenport in providing financial  assistance to the families in need.  Your check to the Diocese of Davenport will be combined with other donations and forwarded to the Archdiocese of Dubuque for providing assistance to these families in need.   Make checks to: The Diocese of Davenport with a notion of "Postville Assistance" and send to: Char Maaske The Diocese of Davenport 2706 N Gaines St. Davenport, IA 52804-1998   If you are bilingual and live or can relocate to the Postville area for a time, there is a need for assistance to the people taking shelter in the St. Bridget parish area, and there will be assistance needed from translators to deal with business, schools, and financial institutions as families try to restructure their lives.     Call: Terri Reynolds, Catholic Charities, Dubuque Immigration Office 563-556-5372 or Paul Rael in Postville at 563-864-3138.   In the Waterloo and Des Moines areas there may be a need for assistance to those who are working the issues, such as temporary volunteer assistance with Des Moines Diocese Catholic Charities.  Call : 515-237-5068 to assist in the Des Moines area.   Archbishop Hanus of the Archdiocese of Dubuque issued a compelling statement about the Church’s position on both the raid and the flaws in the present US immigration policy.  Also, the USCCB has set up a website that explores in depth not only the issues involving immigration, but also the myths that are so often repeated about immigration and immigrants.  Here are links to these:   Statement from Archbishop Hanus USCCB website   Approval of the Joint Plan of Reorganization (more) Bankruptcy Information Financial Statements for the Diocese of Davenport as of and for the years ended June 30, 2007 and 2006.

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My Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This new fiscal year brings with it many new opportunities and challenges to us as a Diocese.  Many of our services, programs and projects continue to bring needed services to people.  It is the Annual Diocesan Appeal and your support that allow these ministries to continue and grow.

The Annual Diocesan Appeal is the primary way of funding such things as promoting Church life, life-long faith formation and family life; advocating for those in need; and fostering the wise use of our resources as we celebrate the Good News of Jesus Christ.

I am committed, along with my staff, the clergy, the religious and the lay leadership of the Diocese, to serve you as together we grow in faith - rooted in Christ.

Most Rev. Martin Amos, Bishop of Davenport

 Text of Bishop Amos' Talk

“...a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse,

and from his roots a bud shall blossom.”

Isaiah 11:1

As preparations began for this year’s Annual Diocesan Appeal, it was decided to design a logo that would capture this new beginning and at the same time recognize our roots.  When we viewed the logo, some wondered why the cross was buried.  It is one of the crosses that appears on the coat of arms of the Diocese.  It is the cross of Christ.  If we have died with Christ, we shall also rise with him.  Unless the grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. The new plant is a “shoot that sprouts;” it is part of the past and has a future.  It is rooted in Christ.  It is a sign of who we have been, who we are and our hope for who we will be.

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