Welcome, Kimberly Cronk!

We’re pleased to welcome Kimberly Cronk as our new Director of Formation & Evangelization effective Aug 3. Kim and husband Bill, along with their four children— Will, Avonlea, Bode and Cosette—are active members of our parish who contribute generously of their time and talent to a variety of ministries. In the past, Kim has served as a lead catechist for 1st Communion/1st Reconciliation, as a member of the Regina Board of Education, and has participated in Elementary Family Group activities. Kim currently serves in the ministry of Lector. We’re excited to welcome Kim into this new role!  

Nos complace dar la bienvenida a Kimberly Cronk como nuestra nueva directora de Formación y Evangelización a partir del 3 de agosto. Kim y su esposo Bill, junto con sus cuatro hijos, Will, Avonlea, Bode y Cosette, son miembros activos de nuestra parroquia que contribuyen generosamente con su tiempo y talento a diversos ministerios.  En el pasado, Kim se ha desempeñado como catequista principal para la Primera Comunión y la Primera Reconciliación, como miembro de la Junta de Educación de Regina y ha participado en las actividades del Grupo Familiar de Primaria. Actualmente, Kim presta servicio en el ministerio de lectora. ¡Estamos muy emocionados de darle la bienvenida a Kim en este nuevo cargo!  

Fr. Alfonso Pizano

I was ordained a priest for the Diocese of Davenport on June 6, 2026. I've been assigned as parochial vicar here at St. Patrick's and will also serve as sacramental minister at St. Joseph Parish in West Liberty and St. Joseph Parish in Columbus Junction.

 I am originally from Los Angeles, California, and first entered seminary while I was still in high school, attending Queen of Angels High School Seminary and later St. John’s College Seminary. When the college seminary closed, I stepped away from formation and began building a different kind of life. I spent several years working at Disneyland and teaching in Catholic schools. While completing a master’s degree in education at Loyola Marymount University, I met the Jesuits and later joined them, spending six years discerning religious life and priesthood.

 After leaving the Jesuits, I returned home to Los Angeles believing that my journey toward priesthood had come to an end. Then the pandemic came, the world grew very quiet, and I began to hear the call again. I returned to formation at Sacred Heart Seminary and School of Theology in Hales Corners, Wisconsin, and it was there that my path eventually connected with the Diocese of Davenport.

 I enjoy Disney parks, movies, and theater. One Scripture passage that has accompanied me throughout my journey is Habakkuk 2:3: “For still the vision awaits its appointed time… if it seems slow, wait for it.” That verse stayed close to me because the road to priesthood took many years. It reminded me that a long road is not necessarily the wrong road, and that God can still be at work even when we cannot yet see where everything is leading.

I am grateful to begin my first priestly assignment and look forward to celebrating Mass, serving the people of St. Patrick's, and getting to know the parish community. After such a long journey, it is a great joy simply to be here.

                                                   Fr. Alfonso

Join us for this fun social gathering! Our next parish Dinner Club Night is Sun, July 12, with a "Christmas in July" theme! Enjoy delicious food from the Salvadoran restaurant Mesa 503, live music from Joe and Fr. Troy, trivia with prizes AND meeting some new people all for just $5 admission! RSVP:     

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The Rosary Potluck is typically held on the third Saturday of the month, at 5:30 p.m., in the Social Hall. All are welcome as we gather to pray the Rosary!

Then enjoy delicious potluck food and fellowship! If you are able, bring a side dish or dessert to share. Main dish, table service and drinks provided. 

Join us for Luke

The Our Lady of Good Counsel Women’s Bible Study meets at St. Patrick on Thursday mornings from 9 - 10:30 a.m., during the school year. Women from all parishes participate. We spend time in fellowship and scripture study to build friendships, deepen our understanding of the Bible, and strengthen our relationship with God.

We are excited to explore Luke: The Story of Salvation Fulfilled during the 2026-27 year. 

Learn more and register here.

 Our Lady of Good Counsel 2026-67 Schedule

In the Diocese of Davenport, St. Patrick was named one of five parishes for pilgrimage or pious visits. Visitors to St. Patrick are invited to take a self-guided tour of the parish, following this audio. 

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En la Diócesis de Davenport, San Patricio fue designada una de las cinco parroquias para peregrinaciones o visitas piadosas. Se invita a quienes visiten San Patricio a realizar una visita autoguiada de la parroquia siguiendo este audio.

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Hours needing weekly adorers as of 1/5/26

• Monday - 6am, 6pm
• Tuesday – 4pm, 5pm
• Thursday - 3pm, 8pm
• Friday – 5pm
• Saturday  – 4pm, 6pm

Adoration takes place in the Sacred Heart Chapel and features:

• space for more adorers and families at the same time,
• easier access for those with mobility issues, and
• less noise and distractions when there is activity in the sacristy and near the tabernacle.

How do things work with this arrangement?

• Adorers check in for their adoration hour on the iPad in its current location next to the library.
• The monstrance is placed on the altar in the Sacred Heart Chapel facing the pews. It is removed for daily Mass and replaced when Mass is finished.
• Veils are placed near the monstrance for use when needed (i.e., when no one is available to accompany the Blessed Sacrament).
• Kneelers and chairs are placed on the floor in front of the altar.
• The tabernacle remains where it is with the doors closed.
• The Sacred Heart Chapel doors are unlocked from 6am to midnight.
• The Northwest Door to and from the outside of the church building are unlocked from 6am to 9pm, with key swipe access after 9pm.

 For more information on Eucharistic Adoration in our parish, including how to sign up for a time commitment, please click here: 

St. Patrick Adoration Chapel, Iowa City, IA (weadorehim.com)

Thank you for your continued commitment to faith and service of God and neighbor!

As of Friday, September 2, the “Day Chapel” (the chapel on the north side of the church, “behind” the Main Church) has been renamed the “Sacred Heart Chapel”.

 After the tornado of 2006, which destroyed the old St. Patrick’s church, a statue of the Sacred Heart of Jesus was found in the rubble with its arms and hands damaged. It has since become a striking symbol of our call to participate as the hands and arms of Jesus Christ in this world. The statue will feature prominently in the Sacred Heart Chapel to point us to the love of God made manifest through the exposed heart of Jesus Christ. The hope is that renaming the chapel will help foster the Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

 Want to know more about the Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus? There are many resources on the Internet, and here are some of them:

1. Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus (catholicexchange.com)

2.  Welcome His Heart | Sacred Heart Enthronement

3. Ascension Presents: Devotion to the Sacred Heart of Jesus - https://youtu.be/qAsGWVk51Jk

At your fingertips, whenever you would like to read the day's Bible readings to help you grow in your faith:

https://bible.usccb.org/