The Rev. Jonathan Jahnke knew when he was just a kid that he wanted to share the love of God with others. His father, who had grown up as a farm boy, has been a pastor for more than 30 years. Growing up in West Fargo, North Dakota, Jahnke watched his dad preach at the pulpit every Sunday ...

Trinity United Methodist Church welcomed pastor Jena Finch-Manchester on Wednesday. And while many avoid switching jobs or relocating during a pandemic, the Rev. Finch-Manchester has taken it in stride at a unique time as ministers navigate their changing pastoral roles. In formal ...

Holy Trinity Catholic Parish is kicking off an alternative vacation Bible school program next week. Due to concerns over COVID-19, Holy Trinity will be hosting a virtual VBS for kids in grades preschool through third grade. “Adventures in Church” is the theme for this year’s VBS, and ...

WEBSTER CITY — It’s been challenging for churches and worship communities during the pandemic restrictions. Worship services, circle meetings, choir practices, youth group outings and other familiar segments of spiritual life were put on hold amid government restrictions. Churches had ...

The Catholic bishops of Iowa have decided to continue to suspend public masses because of the COVID-19 pandemuc. They issued this statement on Tuesday explaining the situation: Our Dear People: Since the ...