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BISHOP McKNIGHT: For Catholics in U.S. mission territory, appeal strengthens Church at home
One of many lessons I’ve learned as a bishop is that miracles do happen. And, as I praise God for His work in the Diocese of Jefferson City, I also need to thank parishioners nationwide who … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight, assisted by Deacon John Schwartze, elevates the Most Blessed Sacrament while he and priests of the diocese pray the Doxology together during the Chrism Mass on April 12 in St. Andrew Church in Holts Summit. — Photo by Jay Nies
At Chrism Mass, bishop speaks of unity, shared experience of anointing
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Christ has given His Church a mission through the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Clergy and … more
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The Fifth Station: “Simon of Cyrene Helps Jesus Carry His Cross,” an oil painting on copper, is one of 14 Stations undergoing restoration in order to be placed in the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City as part of a substantial renovation. The Stations are from a now-closed Catholic church near Marion, Ohio.
Vintage Stations of the Cross undergoing restoration for Cathedral
Whenever artist Doris Davis of Westphalia goes someplace to worship God, she wants to be able to walk in and “feel” the spirituality. “People might not realize it, but when they … more
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Official Decree of Appointments
The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, announces the following appointments:   Reverend Ernest Dike, from modified temporary Parochial Administrator of Immaculate … more
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight speaks to candidates for Easter Sacraments during the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversation, held on the First Sunday of Advent in Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Columbia. The event could not be held in the Cathedral of St. Joseph, which is undergoing an extensive renovation.
Elect, candidates moving toward full communion with the Church
A great cloud of witnesses amassed within Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Columbia. Seventy-six people from all over the diocese who are seeking Baptism at the Easter Vigil, and 88 candidates for … more
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Construction workers from Sircal Contracting Inc. work on laying the foundations for an enlarged gathering space, known as a narthex, and sinking the shaft for an elevator to the Undercroft as part of major renovations to the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City.
Hospitality is a guiding principle in renovating the Cathedral
The woman was waiting on the sidewalk outside the Cathedral of St. Joseph when her husband pulled the car up. He stepped out, helped her into the car, folded the wheelchair, lifted it into the … more
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St. Louis archdiocese praying, preparing for “the most sweeping changes” in its history
The constant need for reassessment, renewal and re­allocation in the Church is not unique to the Jefferson City diocese. Archdioceses and dioceses throughout the United States are in various … more
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CCCNMO to celebrate grand opening of Catholic Charities Food Pantry March 25
Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) will host a celebration marking the grand opening of the Catholic Charities Food Pantry, on Friday, March 25, from 10 a.m. to 1 … more
A Malagasy family is pictured outside their destroyed home Feb. 8, 2022, in Mananjary, Madagascar, in the aftermath of cyclone Batsirai. (CNS photo/courtesy CRS)
“Through prayer, ‘organizing hope,’ we reveal Christ’s love to those in need”
The following was written by the bishop of Gallup, New Mexico, who is chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops (USCCB) Committee on National Collections. Catholic Relief Services is a … more
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Janice Mulligan lays a wreath of magnolia leaves on the grave of Matilda (Hurd) Chisley as Father Ronald Knott, left, and Father George Illikkal look on. At right is an undated photo of Venerable Father Augustus Tolton.
Venerable Fr. Tolton’s grandmother is at rest in an old Catholic cemetery in Kentucky
On a wintry January day at the old St. Theresa Cemetery in rural Meade County, Janice Mulligan laid a simple wreath of magnolia leaves on the grave of Matilda (Hurd) Chisley — a woman who spent … more
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New Catholic summer camp for junior high school youth
\ Pope St. John Paul II famously insisted that “God made us for joy!” and repeatedly reminded young people, “Do not be afraid to be the saints of the New … more
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Jaime Cortez. Lynné Gray.
Nationally-renowned liturgical musicians to present in Columbia
Sacred music has the power to focus people on God and draw them into a deeper relationship with Him and one another. People entrusted with harnessing that power in their parishes should always be … more
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A preliminary rendering from the Buzard Organ Company website suggests how the newly-designed pipe organ might look in the space vacated by the previous instrument in the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City.
New pipe organ, being built as part of Cathedral renovation, will help direct people’s hearts, voices toward God
When renovations are completed next year, the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City won’t just have a renewed appearance, it will also have a clearer, more colorful voice. A new, … more
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Massive, uprooted trees were lying on top of the ruins of homes in the immediate aftermath of a super typhoon that struck the Philippines shortly before Christmas.
Fr. Bermejo’s mission in the Philippines gave immediate help in the wake of super typhoon
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos.  A powerful typhoon that struck the vulnerable region of the Philippines nine days before Christmas compounded the misery from COVID, industrial … more
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Lenten regulations and admonitions for 2022
As another Lenten journey of conversion begins on Ash Wednesday, March 2, 2022, and ends with the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, April 14, 2022, the Catholic Church calls all … more
Decree of Official Appointments
The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, announces the following appointments: PRIEST Reverend Ernest Dike, as the modified temporary Parochial Administrator of Immaculate … more
Faculty and staff members of Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School in Columbia find out about the surprise bonus they and their Catholic school counterparts throughout the Jefferson City diocese were receiving for Catholic Schools Week.
Catholic School principals, teachers react to an unexpected act of gratitude
Teachers and staff members of Catholic schools throughout the Jefferson City diocese got a surprise message from Bishop W. Shawn McKnight this week. It was an expression of gratitude. “I … more
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Work commences on a substantial renovation of the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City on Jan. 14. The project, which will enhance the building’s iconic geometry and open spaces with classical artwork, is scheduled to be completed early next year. Masses are now being celebrated in nearby locations. Bishop W. Shawn McKnight invites people throughout the diocese to join in the renovation by praying for the safety of the workers, and to consider contributing financially.
Work commences on a renewed Cathedral for diocese
A major renovation of the Cathedral of St. Joseph has begun, with hopes for completion and a rededication Mass about a year from now. Parishioners will worship temporarily in nearby locations … more
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Diocese has a long, fruitful history of Catholic schools and stewardship
A practical application of stewardship has helped Catholic schools throughout the Jefferson City diocese fulfill their mission well into the 21st century. An intentionally Catholic spirituality of … more
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Father Paul Hartley (1955-2022)
Rest in peace, Father Paul Hartley, 66
Father Paul Hartley ministered in many parts of the Jefferson City diocese over his four decades of Priesthood. He considered every one of them a blessing. “I’ve seen a common … more
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