A reflection from Board President, Mike Maag My name is Mike Maag, and I am truly honored to serve as President of the Board of Directors for Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri. … more

CLICK HERE to see the first of two photo galleries from this event. SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. The Prayer After Communion put an exclamation point on all else that had been said … more

Bishop-elect W. Shawn McKnight prays Midday Prayer in the chapel of the Alphonse J. Schwartze Memorial Catholic Center in Jefferson City on Feb. 5 with religious sisters, priests and a brother serving in the Jefferson City diocese. Then, after greetings outside the chapel, they adjourned to lunch for fellowship and a slightly belated celebration of the World Day of Consecrated Life. This was one of several prayer-centered events leading up to his Feb. 6 ordination and installation as the fourth bishop of the diocese. more

Parishes throughout the Diocese of Jefferson City will take up the annual collection for the Catholic Communication Campaign and The Catholic University of America the weekend of June 4-5. The … more

CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. http://catholicmissourianonline.com/stories/photos-blessing-dedication-of-el-puente-hispanic-ministry-office-in-california,4193 Father … more

Lent is a good time for an examination of conscience and to receive the sacrament of reconciliation in preparation for the celebration of Christ’s passion, death and resurrection. Here is a … more

Bishop-elect W. Shawn McKnight leads the praying of Solemn Vespers with fellow bishops and priests, dignitaries and members of the local Church Feb. 5, the night before his ordination and … more

Something amazing happens every time the founders of the St. Raymond’s Society let God take control. He ups the ante, with grace to spare. “We’ve never had a need that God … more

CLICK HERE to watch the livestream video of Fr. Dalton’s presentation in Jefferson City. CLICK HERE to watch the livestream video of Fr. Dalton’s presentation in Colubia. Much … more

Bishops in the Alphonse J. Schwartze Memorial Catholic Center; deacons, priests and bishops and members of the Equestrian Order of the Holy Sepulchre of Jerusalem gather outside the cathedral; … more

Monsignor Thomas McGread wasn’t trying to create a revolutionary program for managing the parishes of his diocese. “He was simply trying to implement the Second Vatican Council in his … more

Just as people who want to keep their bodies healthy schedule regular doctor visits, those who are pursuing spiritual growth and equilibrium often benefit from regular interaction with a spiritual … more

“Are you okay denying God? One of his disciples did and that will be forever part of his testimony. Is that what you want in yours?” That’s a question Anna Launius poses to … more

The Catholic Missourian Editor Jay Nies likes to begin his articles by placing the story in God’s hands. Before asking a single interview question, he invites his guests to join him in … more

The Rite of Ordination; praying of the Litany of Saints while the new bishop lies prostrate before the altar; laying on of hands by Archbishop Carlson and the other bishops and archbishops; two … more

The bylaws for the Diocesan Pastoral Council (DPC) say any members can be elected to serve as chair and vice chair. Both offices can be held by clergy, a Chancery employee, or a representative … more

The Lord who conquered death by dying and rising cements his reign with mercy, peace and reconciliation. So should it be for all who follow him and hope to inherit his gift of eternal life. … more

Bishop W. Shawn McKnight is escorted to the bishop's chair in the cathedral; fellow bishops and archbishops exchange a sign of peace with him; members of the Diocesan Pastoral Council present the … more

Six of this year’s graduating seniors at Quincy Notre Dame (QND) High School share a long-standing bond. Together through elementary school at Holy Family School in Hannibal and now four … more

Just as sacred anointings in the Old Testament set people apart as priests, prophets and kings, the Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick bestows a gift and a distinct vocation on the people who receive … more