As U.S. Catholic conversions grow, experts point to multiple drivers

By: Brooklyn Draisey

Outlets: Iowa Capital Dispatch

Published: April 8, 2026

Words: 934

Last Updated: 3 months, 3 weeks ago

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Catholic churches and organizations across Iowa and the U.S. are seeing rising numbers of converts to the religion, scholars and officials say, in part due to the digital age and renewed searching for community and meaning.

The Diocese of Des Moines, which spans 80 parishes in central and southwest Iowa, had 400 people officially join the Catholic Church on Easter Sunday, a jump of just over 50% from last year. Adult Evangelization and Leadership Formation …

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