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Don’t Ghost the DepartedDon’t forget those who’ve passed! November calls us to pray for the faithful departed, celebrate saints, and stay connected to the communion of saints.Adoration TimesBackForwardPauseCaption
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UpcomingJourney in Faith
Parish Feedback Meetings
ST. JOSEPH, CHELSEA
✔️ Sun, Sep 21 at 3:00PM
✔️ Sun, Oct 26 at 3:00 PM
ST. MICHAEL, BELLE PLAINE
✔️ Tue, Sep 23 at 6:00 PM
✔️ Sun, Oct 19 at 3:00 PM
ST. PATRICK, TAMA
✔️ Sun, Oct 12 at 5:00 PM
✔️ Sun, Nov 9 at 3:00 PM
*Earlier to accommodate Confirmation class that evening.
SAN PATRICIO, TAMA
La reunión y los comentarios serán en español.
✔️ Dom 12 Oct, 1:30 PM
✔️ Dom 9 Nov, 3:00 PM
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parish feedback sessionsSpeak up for your parish! These local meetings let you respond to the proposed models and share what your community needs most.
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parish teamsThese teams will lead the Parish Feedback Meetings.
ST. JOSEPH, CHELSEA
Jenelle Veit
Jamie Kupka
Tom L. Upah
ST. MICHAEL, BELLE PLAINE
Carol Wonrau
Deb Chekal
Janeen Wickwire
Todd Shaull
Trey Alcott
Wayne Parizek
ST. PATRICK, TAMA
Deacon Stan Upah
Julie Hagerty
Sydney Popelka
SAN PATRICIO, TAMA
Abagai Cervantes
Eric Guadiana
Fernando Castro
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share feedbackOption 1:
Attend a Parish Meeting
Join us at an upcoming parish meeting and share your thoughts in person. Our team will be there to listen and gather your feedback directly.
Option 2:
Submit Online to Archbishop Zinkula
Visit the Journey in Faith website and fill out the Feedback Form to send your comments straight to Archbishop Zinkula.
Need help? Scroll down to see step-by-step screenshots.
Option 3:
Contact the Parish Office
Share your feedback by phone, email, or letter, and we’ll make sure it’s submitted for you.
No internet? No problem! Paper forms are available after Mass. You can also mail your letter to the Parish Office, and we’ll take care of the rest.
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New Parish Map Proposals
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view the detailsAll maps, parish data, priest data, and related resources are available on the Journey in Faith at: https://www.dbqjourneyinfaith.org/pastorate-models
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A note from circle of saintsThe Archdiocese of Dubuque has released the first set of potential map options, each map proposes how we could restructure parish clusters into larger pastorates. These changes would affect our parish cluster, including where and how Masses are celebrated.
Three potential options have been developed. No final decisions have been made, and the maps you’ll see are still subject to change based on your feedback. We encourage you to take time to review them, reflect on what these changes could mean for you and your family.
These changes are necessary due to the serious challenges currently facing our Archdiocese. We must care for both our priests and parishioners in today’s reality. Right now, only 18% of people in our area identify as Catholic, and Mass attendance has dropped by 46% since 2006. Infant baptisms and marriages are also declining in our Archdiocese, while funerals have increased.
At the same time, we have fewer priests available to serve our parishes. There are 160 parishes in our Archdiocese being served by only 85 priests in active ministry. Nearly 30% of those are over the age of 60 and will retire, and many are serving from outside the country.
We are making changes now so that we can continue to serve our faith communities with care, dignity, and sustainability. This plan will help us better support the health and well-being of our priests while ensuring that our parish communities remain vibrant and connected for years to come.
We recognize this process will be difficult, and we ask that all of us approach this with compassion for our fellow parishes and parishioners. These changes may benefit some and present challenges for others—but it is important that, as a faith community, we support one another and listen with open hearts.
When you’re ready, we have outlined the next steps to ensure your feedback is directed to the appropriate place. Archbishop Zinkula is seeking your input and wants to understand how these proposals may impact parishioners directly.
Thank you for taking the time to review the Pastorate options and for being part of this important process.— Circle of Saints Staff
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Our Cluster Is Changing in 2026
Journey in Faith is a planning process from the Archdiocese of Dubuque to help shape the future of our parishes and priest assignments. Using data on priests, parish facilities, Mass attendance, and community needs, the Archdiocese has begun mapping a plan for 2026.
Now, it’s time to hear from you. Public feedback meetings will be held in September and October. Your voice matters as we work together to prepare for the changes ahead.
Learn more from the Archdiocese of Dubuque:
www.dbqjourneyinfaith.org
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Frequently Asked Questions
See what questions others are asking about the Journey in Faith process.
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Why We’re Taking This Step Together
Learn about Archdiocese demographics, sacramental trends, and the priest shortage driving the Journey in Faith planning process.
Learn More About the Numbers
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Father Michael McAndrew (Español)m.mcandrewdbqarch.orgPastor -
Deacon Stan UpahDeacon
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Mass TimesSunday Mass Schedule
- Saturday: 4:30 PM English English EN St. Joseph, Chelsea
- Sunday: 8:30 AM English English EN St. Michael, Belle Plaine 10:30 AM English English EN St. Patrick, Tama 12:00 PM Spanish Español ES | St. Patrick, Tama
Daily Mass Schedule- Tuesday: 5:30 PM Bilingual Bilingual BI | St. Patrick, Tama
- Wednesday: 8:30 AM English English EN St. Joseph, Chelsea
- Thursday: 8:30 AM English English EN St. Michael, Belle Plaine
- Friday: 8:00 AM English English EN St. Patrick, Tama
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Confession Times
- Tuesday: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM After 5:30 PM Mass at St. Patrick, Tama
- Wednesday: 9:00 AM After 8:30 AM Mass at St. Joseph, Chelsea
- Thursday: 9:00 AM After 8:30 AM Mass at St. Michael, Belle Plaine
- Saturday: 3:45 PM to 4:15 PM Before 4:30 Mass at St. Joseph, Chelsea
Confessions are available anytime by request. Feel free to contact the parish office or speak with the priest to arrange a time that works for you.
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Adoration Times
- Tuesday: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM After 5:30 PM Mass at St. Patrick, Tama
- Thursday: 9:00 AM After 8:30 AM Mass at St. Michael, Belle Plaine
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