St. Mary Catholic Church in Pella is exploring the possibility of a building expansion due to an increase in membership, a growing Faith Formation program and a shortage of parking spaces. Bishop Dennis Walsh of the Diocese of Davenport has given us permission to proceed with planning and exploring. A Building Expansion Committee has been formed and they are in continuous communication with the Parish Council, Finance Council and Father Joseph. Listed below are updates and links to further information.
UPDATES:
May, 2025 – RFQ’s (request for qualification) were sent to three architects, George Joseph from Joseph Consulting was hired for the Feasibility Study. Members of the Building Expansion Committee also met with the Diocese of Davenport Buildings & Grounds Commission to share our progress and receive additional guidance.
March 1/2, 2025 – Town hall meetings were held to gauge interest of parishioners regarding the possible expansion and gather feedback.
December, 2024 – We received Diocesan permission to begin early planning steps and a Building Expansion Committee was formed.
June, 2024 – Some parishioners began evaluating space needs; our Masses, parking lot and Faith Formation programs are all at capacity.
LINKS FOR FURTHER INFORMATION:
Father Joseph’s bulletin message regarding the Feasibility Study – June 1, 2025
Father Joseph’s letter to parishioners regarding the potential building expansion for the Town Hall meetings – March 1, 2025