The Catholic Morning Show

Bishop's Dinner Returns: Sioux City Diocese Celebrates Catholic Schools – Heidi Probasco – 08/17/2026

Episode Summary

Heidi Probasco, Director of Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of Sioux City, joins The Catholic Morning Show to announce the return of the Bishop's Dinner for Catholic Schools after a four-year hiatus. The October 11 event, themed "Rooted in Faith – Forming Saints and Scholars," introduces new Bishop John E. Keehner as keynote speaker and celebrates the diocese's Catholic schools. Probasco outlines how ticket proceeds fund school enhancement grants supporting student mental health, safety, and technology across northwest Iowa.

Episode Notes

Heidi Probasco, Director of Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of Sioux City, talks with Bo Bonner and Deacon Mark Campbell about the return of the Bishop's Dinner for Catholic Schools after a four-year absence.

This year's theme, "Rooted in Faith – Forming Saints and Scholars," reflects the diocese's mission to build strong foundations for its roughly 6,300 Catholic school students. New Bishop John E. Keehner, installed earlier this year, will deliver his first keynote address at the event — a chance for parishioners across the diocese to meet him personally.

Event details:

• Date: Saturday, October 11, 2026
• Location: Marriott South Sioux City Riverfront, 385 E 4th St, South Sioux City, NE 68776
• Optional sung solemn Vespers with Bishop Keehner at 4:00 p.m.
• Social hour begins at 4:30 p.m., followed by a student art show (4:30–5:45 p.m.) with work from schools across the diocese, plus music from student choirs
• Proceeds fund Catholic School Foundation grants for student mental health support, safe environment programs, staff development, technology, and inclusive education
• 2026 chair couples: Jeff and Jackie Arens of Le Mars and Matt and Allyson Dirksen of Danbury
• RSVP by October 1 — tickets and information at scdiocese.org, or call Heidi Probasco at (712) 233-7513

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