Social Action Monthly Lunch and Learn is held the First Thursday of the month at noon.  to view or register for our next session click here.  

For those not available at that particular time, the session will be recorded and available on the Diocesan YouTube channel.  In addition, Barb Arland-Fye will publish a series of articles on the experience beginning with the November 11 issue of The Catholic Messenger. 

  YouTube playlist

• Catholic Messenger Calendar Events

• USCCB - Daily Readings Calendar

• "Helping People Help Themselves" Newsletter

Read Pope Francis’ 2023 Wold Day of Peace message.

The Diocese of Davenport Social Action Department welcomes you to our webpage.  We invite you to explore our site, to witness the difference you can make by participating in the events listed on this page. 

The Pope's Monthly Intentions for 2023

Weinvited you to answer the Holy Father's request and to join with many people worldwide in praying for this intention each month.  Click here to learn more...

Pope Francis released his follow up to Laudato Si' on October 4. In the apostolic exhortation, Laudate Deum. The new document underscores the urgent reality that we are running out of time to reverse the environmental inertia that threatens our common home.

We strongly encourage you to read Laudate Deum  The document can be downloaded here:  www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/apost_exhortations/documents/20231004-laudate-deum.html

• Pray with Laudate Deum 

• Resources

• Catholic Relief Services Rice Bowl: For those providing/supporting direct services to people who are hungry (first foot of Social justice). Applications must be received in the Social Action Office by May 15th by 4:00 p.m., no exceptions.

• Catholic Campaign for Human Development (CCHD): For those organizations and projects that promote systemic change (second foot of social justice). To apply please send your request in a 1-2 page letter along with the Catholic Campaign for Human Development Grant Agreement. Applications must be received in the Social Action Office by May 15th. by 4:00 p.m., no exceptions.

• St. Vincent’s Home: Applicants are to be located within the 22 counties of the Diocese of Davenport or serve children within the Diocese of Davenport. To be considered at the fall board meeting, applications must be postmarked by September 15.

Please visit the Catholic Messenger events page to find local and other events around the Diocese. 

http://www.catholicmessenger.net/calendar-of-events/

Join the Diocese of Davenport Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Chapter: December 6, 7 p.m. in the St. Mary Parish Hall, Iowa City for an in-person event that will discuss the impact of CRS campaigns and highlight the CRS Climate Change Campaign. A chapter member will be discussing her experience teaching in Central America and the challenges of teaching to students that do not remember the last time they ate or when their next meal will come. Flyer

From St. Anthony's 

St. Anthony's Book Club: meets on Mondays from 6:00-7:30 in the parish center at St. Anthony's.  This is open to everyone.  If you have questions please contact Nancy Stone [email protected] 

From: Diocese of Davenport Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Chapter

IN-PERSON EVENT ANNOUNCEMENT:

Join the Diocese of Davenport Catholic Relief Services (CRS) Chapter at 7 pm on Wednesday, 6 December, in the St. Mary Parish Hall for an in-person event that will discuss the impact of CRS campaigns and highlight the CRS Climate Change Campaign.  A chapter member will be discussing her experience teaching in Central America and the challenges of teaching to students that do not remember the last time they ate or when their next meal will come.

ADVENT AND CHRISTMAS ANGEL TREE GIVING:

Support life-saving work around the world by donating to the Diocese of Davenport Chapter Angel Tree Fundraiser for Catholic Relief Services!  Throughout the Advent and Christmas season consider how you can pray for, advocate with, and give to our sisters and brothers in need around the world.
https://mobilizecrs.donordrive.com/team/6230

The 2023 Laudato Si’ and the U.S. Catholic Church national conference, was held in June and July!  Deacon Kent Ferris was one of the speakers for this conference.  During the session on July 27 the  U.S. Laudato Si’ Champions were Announced.  The Catholic Climate Covenant recognized 13 U.S. organizations and individuals as “U.S. Laudato Si’ Champions and the 16 “honorary mentions.  The Diocese of Davenport received Honorable Mention for the Diocese category. 

Recordings off all sessions are now available at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vN_ajoNuqJI.

Catholic Social Ministry Gathering: There will not be any CSMG held in 2024. The gathering will resume in 2025.
 

• January 19–20 - National Prayer Vigil for Life 

• Friday January 19, 2024 -  March for Life In Washington DC

• September 27 - Novermber 5, 2023: 40 Days for Life

• November 20, 2023: Solemnity of Christ the King, Click here for the Novena 

• Annual Pro - Life  Events

Volunteer Opportunities: Franciscan Common Venture – Volunteer Service Program.  Click here to learn more...
 

1. Franciscan Common Venture – a volunteer program sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque, Iowa, provides the opportunity for persons age 20+ to contribute their time, commitment and talent in service among people who are poor. There are multiple service opportunities this year. If interested, contact Sr. Michelle Balek, OSF: 563-583-9786, [email protected], or visit our website for a listing of the 2023 opportunities and downloadable application materials:  www.osfdbq.org/commonventure

2. Franciscan Common Venture - 2023 Service Opportunities

Give a gift of service this year!  Share your time and talents with others -- for a day, a week (or longer). Your heart will never be the same!  Join others in community, service and prayer.  If interested, contact Sr. Michelle Balek, OSF:  [email protected] or 563- 583-9786. Visit our website for a listing of opportunities and downloadable application materials: www.osfdbq.org/commonventure Sponsored by the Sisters of St. Francis of Dubuque, IA.