Office of Faith Formation Events

NOVEMBER 8-9, 2025 SACRED HEART CATHEDRAL, DAVENPORT For 8th–10th Graders Step into a weekend designed to unplug from the ordinary and connect with something real. The St. John Paul II Experience is a co-ed Catholic retreat for teens in 8th through 10th grade—filled with fun, faith, food, and fellowship. You’ll hear powerful talks, share in small groups, and discover what it means to make Christ your friend. This isn’t school, and it’s not a lecture. It’s an experience—a chance to be surrounded by peers on a similar journey, to ask big questions, and to encounter your faith in a new way. The retreat runs from Saturday morning to Sunday afternoon, all for just $50. Space is limited—join us and and see what God might have waiting for you. Registration will begin in September of 2025: Email [email protected]

SAVE THE DATE & EXCITING NEW ANNOUNCEMENT – Iowa Catholic Youth Conference 2026: March 22, 2026 – Grades 6–8 NEW: March 21, 2026 – Grades 9–12 We are thrilled to announce the 5th Annual Iowa Catholic Youth Conference (ICYC) for grades 6–8 and their parents, happening on March 22, 2026. And now—something new! We’re launching a high school ICYC experience for grades 9–12 on March 21, 2026. Mark your calendars! Co-sponsored by the Archdiocese of Dubuque and the Diocese of Davenport, both events will be hosted at St. Ludmila Parish in Cedar Rapids and will feature the much-loved and highly requested Scally Brothers Band https://www.thescallybrothers.com

WEDNESDAY AUGUST 13th 2025 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM @ St. Mary’s in Riverside: Diocesan Catechetical Leader Summit & Kick Off – feat. Mike Patin & Bishop Dennis Walsh – A day of reflection and preparation for 2025 – 2026 programming year. All Catechetical Leaders are encouraged to attend (including: Dir., Coordinators of: Youth Ministry, Religious Education, Adult Formation, & Initiation Ministry (OCIA)). Lunch, cost, & further details are available on our website (linked below).