Local Parish Journey in Faith Sessions #2 & #3
To help our parish track how many parishioners may possibly attend our first meeting on Tuesday, October 21st, please use this link to sign up.
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What are these meetings?
Each parish will be holding two local input sessions for parishioners about the Journey in Faith process and proposed models for their parish. These meetings are a follow up to the information released on September 2nd and the regional meeting #1 which was held in 34 locations throughout the archdiocese in September.
When and where are the meetings?
Every parish in the archdiocese will be hosting meeting #2 from late September through October and meeting #3 from late October through November 15th. At Immaculate Conception our meetings will be held:
Meeting #2 (Tuesday, October 21st at 6pm at the Church)
Meeting #3 (Monday, November 17th at 6pm in the Church)
What is the difference between meeting #2 and meeting #3?
Parish Session #2 offers parishioners the chance to reflect on and engage in discussion on the strengths and challenges of each model, sharing their own experiences and insights while also listening to the perspectives of others.
Parish Session #3 invites parishioners to look ahead and reflect on “where do we feel called to belong in a pastorate”, creating space to consider the proposed models, share new ideas and models, and discern together the future of our parish communities.
How can I prepare for these meetings?
Spend time in prayer, especially invoking the Holy Spirit for guidance and wisdom.
Review the FAQs, maps, and other resources found at dbqjourneyinfaith.org.
Consider what your thoughtful verbal feedback will be at the meetings concerning the proposed pastorate models and other other ideas/suggestions you want to share.
Submit feedback and questions via the feedback form on the website through November 21st or take written letters to your parish office to be uploaded for you.
Why should I attend?
Journey in Faith is about setting forth a course to have vibrant and sustainable parishes focused on evangelization for the next 25+ years. This is your opportunity to be engaged and offer valuable feedback and information which will be considered prior to decisions being made by Archbishop Zinkula in the Spring of 2026.
The best way to make sure your voice is included in the Journey in Faith process is by attending your local parish’s session 2 and 3, where all input will be officially recorded and parishioners can engage in discussion and hear the feedback of others.
The online feedback form is available until November 21st. Family members and neighbors are encouraged to assist parishioners who do not have access to a computer or mobile device so their feedback can be shared if they are unable to attend a session 2 and/or 3. Those who prefer not to use technology may also mail written feedback to Pastoral Planning, 1229 Mount Loretta Avenue, Dubuque, IA 52003.
Also check out other Meetups in Charles City, Workshops in Charles City.
