Greetings from the chancery of the Diocese of Davenport

As fellow brothers and sisters in Christ, we are all called to serve one another according to our gifts and abilities.  On this website you will find a wealth of information including references, policies, and documents for your use. 

My staff is here to assist you.  Please feel free to contact them by phone, e-mail or in person.

Most Rev. Martin J. Amos, DD.

Bishop of Davenport

The Diocese of Davenport extends greetings and best wishes to His Holiness, Pope Benedict XVI on the occasion of his first apostolic visit to the United States on April 15-20, 2008. Our prayers are with the Holy Father as he makes this historic pilgrimage to our country. (more) Living Like Francis Today a retreat for all who Minister in the Church by Sister Marci Blum Saturday Sept 6, 2008 Mt. Pleasant, IA (more)

Approval of the Joint Plan of Reorganization   At a hearing held today in U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Southern District of Iowa, Bankruptcy Judge Lee Jackwig approved the Joint Plan of Reorganization Proposed by the Diocese of Davenport and the Official Committee of Unsecured Creditors.  The creditors voted last week to approve the plan with one no vote and 165 yes votes.   The next step in the bankruptcy will be the payment to the bankruptcy trustee of $37 million which includes the deed to the St. Vincent Center property where the chancery offices are located..  All other properties owned by the Diocese, including the bishop’s house, have been sold.  In addition, the Diocese will fulfill the non-monetary obligations given in the Reorganization Plan.  Some of the obligations have been part of diocesan procedures for many years.   This is not an issue to put behind us.  This isn’t a problem to “get over.”  The Church must always keep the protection of children in the forefront of our mission of service to others.   (more) Financial Statements for the Diocese of Davenport as of and for the years ended June 30, 2007 and 2006.

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My Brothers and Sisters in Christ,

This new fiscal year brings with it many new opportunities and challenges to us as a Diocese.  Many of our services, programs and projects continue to bring needed services to people.  It is the Annual Diocesan Appeal and your support that allow these ministries to continue and grow.

The Annual Diocesan Appeal is the primary way of funding such things as promoting Church life, life-long faith formation and family life; advocating for those in need; and fostering the wise use of our resources as we celebrate the Good News of Jesus Christ.

I am committed, along with my staff, the clergy, the religious and the lay leadership of the Diocese, to serve you as together we grow in faith - rooted in Christ.

Most Rev. Martin Amos, Bishop of Davenport

 Text of Bishop Amos' Talk

“...a shoot shall sprout from the stump of Jesse,

and from his roots a bud shall blossom.”

Isaiah 11:1

As preparations began for this year’s Annual Diocesan Appeal, it was decided to design a logo that would capture this new beginning and at the same time recognize our roots.  When we viewed the logo, some wondered why the cross was buried.  It is one of the crosses that appears on the coat of arms of the Diocese.  It is the cross of Christ.  If we have died with Christ, we shall also rise with him.  Unless the grain of wheat falls to the ground and dies, it remains just a grain of wheat; but if it dies, it bears much fruit. The new plant is a “shoot that sprouts;” it is part of the past and has a future.  It is rooted in Christ.  It is a sign of who we have been, who we are and our hope for who we will be.

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