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- Current and Continuing Opportunities to Learn and Grow
  For Catholic Adults and Young Adults in the Waterloo Parishes
  Week of July 6-12, 2025
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  This Week
  BISHOP BAEZ ORTEGA
  Sunday, July 13. 6:00pm.
  Queen of Peace Church.
  Bishop Silvio José Báez Ortega is among hundreds of Nicaraguans expelled or deported in recent years for criticizing the government of President Daniel Ortega. In this address he will discuss the plight of Nicaraguan citizens who are suffering under a campaign of intimidation and violence against the Catholic Church conducted by the regime of President Daniel Ortega. Free and open to the public.
  
  CATHOLIC WORKER ANNIVERSARY
  Wednesday, July 16.
  Ss. Francis and Clare Catholic Worker House in Waterloo will celebrate its 43rd anniversary with a prayer service and dinner in the parish hall at Queen of Peace Church. The celebration starts at 5:30 with a prayer service followed by dinner at 6:00pm provided by MercyOne.
  • For information contact Rose Quirk at rosequirk1@gmail.com
  • Learn more about the Waterloo Catholic Worker House at facebook.com/waterloocatholicworker/
  
  ¡FIESTA!
  Saturday, July 19. 1:00-9:30pm.
  Riverloop Amphitheater, Waterloo.
  This family-friendly outdoor celebration of Latino culture will feature Latino food vendors, live entertainment, traditional dance, a hip-hop performance, a tango lesson, children's activities and a live concert by Grupo Ritual, a Chicago-based band featuring a traditional Latin sound with modern and Caribbean rhythms, cumbia, bachata and norteña’s. Free and open to the public.
  Next Week
  KNOW YOUR FAITH DISCUSSION
  Monday, July 21. 7:00-8:00pm.
  Live Video Discussion
  Our monthly Know Your Faith discussions are designed for adults and young adults who want to learn or review basic components of the Catholic faith. This month's topic is “The Organization of the Roman Catholic Church.” The discussions are open to the public. Pre-registration is required 24 hours in advance..
  • Learn more here: https://waterloocatholics.org/know-your-faith
  • Register to participate here: https://bit.ly/AFF-Registration
  SUMMER FORUM SERIES/3
  Thursday, July 24. 6:30-8:00pm.
  Lower Level/Majestic Moon Event Center, Waterloo.
  This is the third in the Waterloo Parishes' summer enrichment series for adults and young adults dedicated to the legacy of the late Pope Francis. This week Dr. David Cochran discusses Francis' commitment to peace and nonviolence. Free and open to the public. No pre-registration. Snacks provided; bar service available.
  • Find details about the programs and presenters in this year's series at: waterloocatholics.org/summer-forum
  
  Coming Opportunities to Learn and Grow
  SUMMER FORUM SERIES/4
  Thursday, August 7. 6:30-8:00pm.
  Lower Level/Majestic Moon Event Center, Waterloo.
  This is the fourth in the Waterloo Parishes' summer enrichment series for adults and young adults dedicated to the legacy of the late Pope Francis. This week Dr. David Pitt discusses Francis' commitment to the care of creation. Free and open to the public. No pre-registration. Snacks provided; bar service available.
  • Find details about the programs and presenters in this year's series at: waterloocatholics.org/summer-forum
  
  CATHOLIC HERITAGE TOUR
  Wednesday, August 13. 8:30a-5:00pm.
  Visit Ss. Peter and Paul Church in Petersburg, New Melleray Abbey, St. Raphael Cathedral and the Mississippi River Museum and Aquarium in Dubuque. $65.00 per person, payable on departure. Includes transportation by modern motor coach and lunch.
  • Learn more at: waterloocatholics.org/heritage-tour
  
  SUMMER FORUM SERIES/5
  Thursday, August 14. 6:30-8:00pm.
  Lower Level/Majestic Moon Event Center, Waterloo.
  This is the fifth and final program in the Waterloo Parishes' summer enrichment series for adults and young adults dedicated to the legacy of the late Pope Francis. This week Dr. Matthew Shadle discusses the future of Pope Francis' legacy. Free and open to the public. No pre-registration. Snacks provided; bar service available.
  • Find details about the programs and presenters in this year's series at: waterloocatholics.org/summer-forum
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  • Learn more about the pilgrimage's Drexel Route at https://www.eucharisticpilgrimage.org/
  IMPACT ENRICHMENT PROGRAM FOR ADULTS
  Starts September, 2025
  St. Mary Parish, Vinton.
  IMPACT is a two-year formation program for Catholic adults coordinated by the Archdiocese of Dubuque. IMPACT provides the opportunity to grow in your faith by attending monthly sessions with dynamic presenters, reading spiritual books, engaging in discussions with other participants, and receiving guidance from a spiritual mentor. Through study, prayer, reflection, and conversation, participants are challenged to respond more fully to Jesus’ call to mission—to IMPACT our world!
  • Learn more at: www.dbqarch.org/impact.
  Continuing Opportunities
  Spiritual Growth
  Feeling Lost or Confused, Searching for More? Members of our faith formation team are pleased to meet personally with individuals who are looking for direction in their spiritual lives. We can help you discern how to continue growing in your faith, your relationship to Jesus Christ, and your participation in the Catholic faith community.
  • Learn more here or contact the Team at 319-233-0498 or email dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org.
  
  Faithful Companions
  Faithful Companions is an opportunity for adults and young adults who want to continue growing in their spiritual life through conversations with a small group of spiritual companions. Groups meet monthly under the direction of a spiritual guide. The format will include a combination of prayer, reflection, personal sharing, reflective listening and mutual support. The atmosphere will be prayerful, respectful and confidential.
  • Find out more online here.
  
  Local Online Prayer Opportunities
  • Lectio Divina -- Thursday evenings at 7:00pm. Join us for the ancient practice of quiet prayer and reflection called Lectio Divina conducted online via Zoom and led by Carolyn Pfiffner a trained spiritual director . This ancient tradition of the Catholic church involves reading scripture, meditation and prayer. For registration and more information email pfiffnercarolyn@gmail.com.
  • Centering Prayer -- These 30 and 20-minute sessions are led by members of Contemplative Outreach of Northeast Iowa Monday nights at 6:00pm; Tuesday and Thursday mornings at 8:30am and Sunday afternoons at 3:30pm. Intercessory prayer follows the Centering Prayer on Tuesday and Thursday mornings. For information contact Julie Rowell at julirowell@mchsi.com
  • Prayer Partners -- Looking for an online prayer partner? Send us an email with your age, gender and relationship status and we'll pair you with a local person. Contact Dave Cushing at dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org
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  Alpha in the Waterloo Parishes
  Alpha is a faith enrichment opportunity for adults and young adults who want to learn or review the basic convictions of Christian faith. This exciting, engaging opportunity consists of 10 weekly sessions and one reflection day. Each weekly session includes a meal, a video presentation, and a discussion. The sessions explore such basic questions as “Who is Jesus?” “Why did Jesus die?” “How do I pray?” “How can I resist evil?” “Is there more to life than this?” and more.
  • Find out more about Alpha online here.
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  Catholic Seekers
  Are you an adult Catholic who feels you have outgrown the faith you learned as a child? Join our new group of Catholic Seekers who are searching for a more mature, adult understanding of your faith.
  • For information contact Dave Cushing at 319-233-0498 (email dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org) or register online here.
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  Inactive and Alienated Catholics
  The Catholic parishes in Waterloo are eager to encourage and support our sisters and brothers who no longer participate regularly in the spiritual and sacramental life of the Catholic Church. If you or someone you know is an inactive, alienated, angry or disillusioned or former Catholic, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your concerns and questions in a safe, understanding and non-judgmental environment, even if you do not anticipate resuming participation in the Catholic faith community.
  • Learn more here or contact Dave Cushing at 319-233-0498 (email dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org) .
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  LGBTQ Catholics
  The Catholic parishes in Waterloo are eager to encourage and support our gay and lesbian sisters and brothers. If you or someone you know is a gay or lesbian Catholic or former Catholic, we welcome the opportunity to discuss your concerns and questions in a safe, understanding and nonjudgmental environment, even if you do not anticipate resuming participation in the Catholic faith community.
  • Learn more here or contact Dave Cushing at 319-233-0498 (email dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org)
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  Trending Today
  
  Trending Today is our summary of news and commentary about what’s happening in the Church and the world. Read it on our Facebook page at facebook.com/WaterlooCatholics
  To receive it by email send a request to dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org.
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  The Bulletin Board
  The Bulletin Board is updated each Sunday. To receive an email notice when the update is posted, send a request to: dbqwcaf@dbqarch.org
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  Adult Faith Formation in the Waterloo Parishes
  The Catholic parishes in Waterloo are committed to providing formation, education and spiritual growth opportunities for adults of all ages. We value the individual's life experience, respect the diversity of personal convictions, and welcome the wisdom of every participant. We will never intentionally embarrass or offend participants.
  [Last Update: 07.05.25]

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