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Difficult decisions in staffing parishes help emphasize their Catholicity
“Do you resolve, with the Help of the Holy Spirit, to discharge without fail the office of Priesthood ... as a worthy fellow worker with the Order of Bishops in caring for the Lord’s … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight greets people who are preparing to receive Sacraments of Initiation in their parishes at Easter, during the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversion on the First Sunday of Lent in Columbia.
Important milestone for those seeking Easter Sacraments
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. http://catholicmissourianonline.com/stories/photos-rite-of-election-and-call-to-continuing-conversion,4465 Receiving the Easter … more
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A parishioner adores Christ in the Most Blessed Sacrament, displayed in a monstrance on the altar of St. Stanislaus Church in Wardsville on July 15, in the presence of relics of St. Manuel González García and Blessed Carlo Acutis, who both promoted worship of Christ in the Eucharist, as part of an eight-day prayer vigil in the diocese.
With saints who point the way to Christ in the Eucharist
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from these events. CLICK HERE to read a related article. The mortal flesh of two holy men pierced the … more
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Participants in last year’s Midwest March for Life make their way around the Capitol Circle.
Abortion survivor to speak at Midwest March for Life, May 1 in J.C.
Melissa Ohden’s circle of friends includes women who have had abortions, as well as former abortionists and abortion clinic workers. “I see them for who they are, not just the … more
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Sr. Angelina Marie of the Mother of God, O.C.D. (1933-2023)
Carmelite Sr. Angelina Marie Milligan, 90, laid to rest
God bestows innumerable blessings on his Church through each of the women and men he calls to religious life in orders and congregations throughout the world. So many unique gifts, so many … more
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A bevy of blossoms greets a new day outside the Alphonse J. Schwartze Memorial Catholic Center in Jefferson City the morning of May 25.
New assignments to bring changes throughout diocese
A time for new leadership and for other changes is about to begin in many parishes in the Jefferson City diocese. Bishop W. Shawn McKnight has issued a decree appointing 16 priests to new … more
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Ecumenical community Thanksgiving services — UPDATED
In addition to Mass being available in many Catholic parishes on Thanksgiving Day (Thursday, Nov. 24), many local ministerial alliances organize ecumenical Thanksgiving prayer services in the days … more
Father Dylan Schrader preaches the homily during Mass on July 13 in the presence of the relics of St. Manuel González García and Blessed Carlo Acutis in St. Joseph Church in Westphalia.
Priests preach on the Eucharist, saintly witness, and good soil
Eight days of parish prayer vigils in the presence of relics of St. Manuel González García and Blessed Carlo Acutis included Mass at each parish. With each Mass came a homily. … more
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Students in Julia Murmylo’s seventh- and eighth-grade class at Mary Immaculate School in Kirksville wash the feet of their schoolmates after explaining the significance of “Maundy” Thursday during Holy Week.
Kirksville Mary Immaculate students learn and teach the meaning of “Maundy” Thursday
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. Before freely accepting his passion and death, Jesus commanded his closest friends to love one another and to serve others with unvarnished humility. … more
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Encounter at Catholic Charities — an introduction
Every day, all around the world, millions of people experience God’s grace through acts of charity conducted by faithful Catholics. In homes, parishes, hospitals, schools, community centers, … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight presents the Missouri Catholic Conference’s 2023 Citizen Recognition Award for the Jefferson City diocese to Jean Wankum, who has been volunteering for Birthright of Mid-Missouri for 50 years, at Mass on Nov. 19 in Immaculate Conception Church in Jefferson City.
Missouri Catholic Conference honors Jean Wankum for 50 years of service to Birthright
It’s been a year like no other for Jean Wankum, director and cofounder of Birthright of Mid-Missouri. The Immaculate Conception parishioner celebrated her 90th birthday, took part in … more
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Jeanette Steiner, a member of St. George Parish in Hermann, displays a copy of Owen’s Light, a children’s book she wrote based on her family’s process of helping each other work through grief and loss.
Mother’s storybook for children opens door to discussions about grief, loss
“In grief and loss, love’s light will prevail. Through shared support, we can mend and set sail.” Jeanette Steiner wove lessons from her 15-month-old son’s sudden death … more
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Monthly Diocese of Jefferson City Podcast makes its debut
Like many throughout the Jefferson City diocese, Bishop W. Shawn Mc­Knight’s enthusiasm for hunting and fishing is rooted in familial connections. “I have a lot of happy memories … more
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Bishop comments on the shooting of two police officers in Hermann
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight released the following statement in response to a March 12 shooting in Hermann that resulted in the death of Detective Sgt. Mason Griffith and injured Officer Adam … more
About 60,000 people join Father Joseph Luzindana, a priest of the Archdiocese of Kampala, Uganda, who is serving on mission in the Jefferson City diocese, in meditating on the Stations of the Cross on a mountain leading up to a Marian shrine on Good Friday during a recent visit to his homeland with a group from this diocese.
Young adults from diocese gather lifetime of memories in Uganda
A group of young Missouri Catholics searched for words to describe the 11-day voyage they were preparing for to the African nation of Uganda. Some called it a mission trip. Some described it as … more
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A boy plays on the ruins of his grandmother's house in Kupiansk, Ukraine, Oct. 16, 2022, amid Russia's attack on Ukraine. During the month of November, Pope Francis is asking people to pray for children who are suffering because of poverty, war and exploitation.
Local Catholics contribute $122,588 toward Ukraine relief efforts
The Church in central and northeastern Missouri is providing crucial help to people affected by the unfolding humanitarian disaster in Ukraine. Since Russia invaded Ukraine in February, the people … more
Smoldering ruins were all that remained of the 142-year-old St. John the Evangelist Chapel in Bahner, part of St. Vincent de Paul Parish of Pettis County, the evening of Aug. 1, as parishioners stopped to consider what was lost in an early-morning blaze that was sparked by lightning.
Historical chapel in Bahner lost to lightning, fire
The ruins of St. John the Evangelist Chapel in Bahner were still smoldering when thoughts turned to finding the tabernacle and properly reverencing Christ fully present in the Most Blessed Sacrament. … more
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Father Joseph Corel, followed by Father David Veit, carries the Most Blessed Sacrament in procession on a past year's Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ (Corpus Christi) in Sedalia.
UPDATED — Processions June 19 for Solemnity of Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ
Sunday, June 19, is the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ, also known as “Corpus Christi.” Several parishes throughout the Jefferson City diocese have planned outdoor … more
Priests reflect on answering God’s call
In honor of National Vocation Awareness Week (Nov. 6-12), the following priests submitted reflections on recognizing and answering their call to Holy Orders. The series was featured throughout … more
Monsignor David Cox, pastor of St. Stanislaus Parish in Wardsville and St. Margaret of Antioch Parish in Osage Bend (left, seated) listens to a speaker during Missouri Right to Life’s Pro-Life Action Day in the State Capitol.
Msgr. Cox leads prayer at Right to Life event
Monsignor David Cox, pastor of St. Stanislaus Parish in Wardsville and St. Margaret of Antioch Parish in Osage Bend, led the opening prayer for a rally in the Missouri State Capitol Rotunda on March … more
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