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The Archdiocese of Dubuque is merging parishes to address declining attendance, priest shortages, and financial strain, with public input ending November 21.
The Archdiocese of Dubuque, Iowa, is restructuring under its "Journey in Faith" plan due to declining Mass attendance, fewer baptisms and marriages, financial challenges, and a priest shortage.
With one priest for every two parishes, the archdiocese is exploring merged "pastorates" using multiple churches for weekend Masses while keeping churches open for other services.
A three-month public input period, ending November 21, includes regional sessions and parish meetings.
While some worry about spiritual impacts on rural areas, Archbishop Thomas Zinkula says the goal is to strengthen communities and sustain the Church’s mission.
La Arquidiócesis de Dubuque está fusionando parroquias para abordar la disminución de la asistencia, la escasez de sacerdotes y la tensión financiera, con la participación pública hasta el 21 de noviembre.