Diocese to celebrate 125th anniversary
The Diocese of Sioux City will be celebrating the quasquicentennial in 2027 – 125 years since the establishment of the diocese. The commemoration will be marked with several events starting January 2027 at diocesan sites and historical news content throughout the year from Lumen Media, as well as other activities yet to be finalized.The Diocese of Sioux City was established by a decree of Pope Leo XIII on Jan. 15, 1902, separating the 24 counties in northwest Iowa from the Archdiocese of Dubuque. At the
Bishop Keehner to celebrate White Mass to honor health care workers
Bishop John E. Keehner and the Sioux City Cathedral Parish are hosting a White Mass Tuesday, Oct. 27 at 5:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of the Epiphany to honor and pray for active and retired health care workers. A reception will follow in the Cathedral Hall. Father David Esquiliano, rector of the Cathedral, explained the name White Mass refers to the white lab coats traditionally worn by those working in the health care industry. Those working in health care of all faith backgrounds are encouraged to attend
