Classes begin in September for our Religious Education classes. We offer PreK-10th grade classes at St. Malachy and K-10th grade classes at Sacred Heart and St. John.

Last weekend the Diocesan Ministry 2025 Process combined several more parishes with the retirement of four priests and no ordinations. Every parishioner matters regardless of how small or large a certain parish may be, and our outreach becomes more and more difficult as we return to a bit of normalcy following the effects of the ‘pandemic.’ (click to read more)

To continue with our summer "Welcome Back" plans we have two fun events planned in July for parishioners! St. Malachy Family Night July 17th and Sacred Heart Kid's Night July 24th.

“It’s time to say goodbye, but I think goodbyes are sad and I’d much rather say hello. Hello to a new adventure.”  (Ernie Harwell, Hall of Fame Detroit Tigers announcer)

Like beer? How about theology? If so, you’re in luck. Wednesday, June 30th from 7 - 8:30 p.m. Fr. Ross will be hosting our first “Theology on Tap” event at Boone Valley Brewery.

Our ABC sale again provided many individuals the opportunity to let go of household items for the benefit of our parish; and gave many ‘bargain hunters’ the joy of finding an unexpected treasure ultimately benefitting our parish. Thank you to Walter and the many volunteers who organized the gathering and sale of items. [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

Thank you to the many volunteers at each church who provided the hospitality, the set up, cleanup and service for each ‘welcome back’ gatherings. A bit warm but the good Lord provided sunshine and blue skies last weekend. [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

Congratulations to Deacon David LaMar, ordained this Saturday in Sioux City at the Cathedral. He has been preparing for this moment for some time, alongside his wife Mary and their daughters. We welcome his ministry, his love of God, and the hope he brings to the community of St. Malachy parish, and beyond. His ordination and first Mass assisting on the altar poignantly occurs on this feast of Christ’s Body and Blood, Corpus Christi Sunday.

Join your Boone County Catholic family on a day trip to The Grotto in West Bend, IA. All are welcome!

“In early June the world of leaf and blade and flower explodes, and every sunset is different.” (John Steinbeck) Both, Deacon Darwin Messerly and Walter Pugh have brought a gift of faith and encouragement and hope within their respective work and ministries for our parishes of Boone County. Understanding their separate decisions to explore different paths in life, our parishes have been blessed by their presence—an indelible mark. If you—or someone you know—may be interested in either position (Youth & Sacramental Ministry; maintenance & grounds upkeep) please contact me at the parish office. [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

We are excited that life seems to be returning to "normal". Nearly all of our ministries have resumed, and most important of all, we've been able to safely celebrate Mass in our county since June 28, 2021. To celebrate, we are planning a summer full of fun activities in the hopes of inviting all parishioners who are healthy and able to return to Mass, the Eucharist and the life of our parishes.

As many of you may already know, Bishop Nickless lifted several of the restrictions: masks are optional not required; churches may seat 100 percent capacity; congregational singing is encouraged; collections can be taken up at offertory; bread and wine processed forward at offertory; holy water fonts filled; normal seating arrangements for parish gatherings and activities. [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

“The most beautiful people we have known are those who have known defeat, known suffering, known struggle, known loss, and have found their way out of those depths.” Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, the noted psychiatrist who wrote extensively on dying and death, perhaps describes those disciples of Jesus as they witnessed his departure. [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

In a conversation with a friend who owned and operated a floral business, I asked her the following question, “What is your busiest time for the sale of flowers and arrangements. She replied, “at one time it was Mother’s Day; now we sell more flowers and arrangements on the days leading up to Valentine's Day.” [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

Join us for faith-filled summer fun! Registration is open for our summer VBS program (June 21-24th), a Family Pilgrimage to the Grotto (June 19th) and various one day events for Middle and High School Youth.

"If you ever feel distressed during your day, call upon our Lady, just say this simple prayer: 'Mary, Mother of Jesus, please be a mother to me now.' I must admit, this prayer has never failed me.” (Mother Teresa of Calcutta) [CLICK TITLE TO READ MORE]

In order to offer sustainable and flexible giving options to parishioners, the parishes of Boone County have adopted a platform to enable online giving through Vanco Payment Solutions. Click on the title of this article to learn more about this giving option.  

The past year was quite challenging, but so far 2021 is moving in the right direction. We can now resume almost all of our programs and activities. To better serve you, we would appreciate it if one person from each household could complete this survey by May 1st. This will help us understand what you may need from us and help us plan for some "welcome back" activities.