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Deacon Joseph R. Mitchell (1940-2023)
Rest in peace, Deacon Joseph Mitchell of Marshall
Deacon Joseph R. Mitchell, 82 — a retired deacon of the Jefferson City diocese, who previously assisted the pastor of St. Peter Parish in Marshall, died peacefully on Jan. 12, at home with his … more
Priests carry the Most Blessed Sacrament around the floor and through the crowd in the Dome at the America’s Center in St. Louis Jan. 6 during Adoration attended by over 17,000 people during the SEEK23 conference organized by the Fellowship of Catholic University Students (FOCUS).
SEEK23 — a moment of grace for people from this diocese
A starburst of lights reflected off the sweet, ascending smoke of the incense and the shimmering gold of the monstrance. The Lord of the Universe was back in the Dome at America’s Center in … more
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Fr. John Groner (1945-2023)
Rest in peace, Fr. John Groner, 78, pastor, missionary
Father John Groner believed that he would be forgiven and saved. He wanted that also for everyone he ministered to. “He put his life in God’s hands and totally trusted — and … more
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Father Boniface Kasiita Nzabonimpa — pastor of St. Boniface Parish in Brunswick, St. Joseph Parish in Salisbury and St. Mary of the Angels Parish in Wien — celebrates becoming a U.S. citizen.
Chariton County pastor Fr. Boniface becomes a U.S. citizen
Father Boniface Kasiita Nzabonimpa raised his right hand and pledged to defend and abide by the Constitution and laws of the United States of America. With that, the Uganda native became a U.S. … more
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Jean Becker, who served as former President George H.W. Bush’s chief of staff for almost 25 years, grew up in Martinsburg.
Martinsburg native, best-selling author, draws lessons from seeing former U.S. president in action
The incoming chief executive found a handwritten letter on his desk. “You will be our President when you read this note. I wish you well. I wish your family well. Your success now is our … more
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Bishop Emeritus John R. Gaydos, who led the Jefferson City diocese from 1997 to 2018, preaches the homily during the See City Deanery’s Memorial Mass for Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI on Jan. 6 in St. Andrew Church in Holts Summit.
Bishop Emeritus Gaydos shares memories, lessons from Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
Bishop Emeritus John R. Gaydos remembers looking out with all the other bishops from the Cathedral of St. Patrick sanctuary in New York City. It was April 18, 2008. Pope Benedict XVI had just … more
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Ms. Flores Madden
Encounter at Catholic Charities — Finding joy amidst the struggle
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos.  She handed me her passport from across my desk and I smiled as I read the cover. She was the first Ecuadorian I had encountered while working at … more
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Students in all grades at St. Brendan School take part in a multitude of activities to reinforce their learning throughout the school week.
Catholic elementary schools score high in national testing
Catholic Schools Week (Jan. 29-Feb. 4) always brings with it an air of celebration and gratitude. This year’s observance will include an extra element of “with God, all things are … more
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A woman wearing a LIFE Runners shirt holds a child outside the Missouri Supreme Court Building in Jefferson City in a Decision Day Rally on June 24, 2022, the day the U.S. Supreme Court overturned the 1973 decision that legalized abortion-on-demand throughout the country.
Prayer, resolve, action as 50th anniversary of Supreme Court’s Roe v. Wade decision nears
The 50th anniversary of the Supreme Court case that opened the door to abortion-on-demand throughout the United States will be an occasion for introspection and recommitment. The Court’s … more
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Monsignor Robert A. Kurwicki, chaplain of the Missouri House of Representatives, is seen from the press gallery in the Missouri House of Representatives Chamber in the State Capitol, leading the House in prayer at the opening of 2023 Legislative Session on Jan. 4.
Prayer for the opening of session, Missouri House of Representatives
Monsignor Robert A. Kurwicki, vicar general for the Jefferson City diocese and chaplain of the Missouri House of Representatives, led the House in prayer at the opening of 2023 Legislative Session on … more
The current group of men who are discerning a possible calling to the diaconate gather with their wives and several deacon couples for a three-day retreat at Con¬ception Abbey in northwestern Missouri.
Discerners for the diaconate enjoy three-day retreat in Conception
This past November, the diaconate formation class attended a weekend retreat at Conception Abbey in Conception, Missouri. The retreat preceded their ultimate entrance into the stage of … more
This image of the 30-foot sculpture of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. on the National Mall in Washington Aug. 22, 2011, the year the memorial opened.
Bishop McKnight — Love is central to the message of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
The following is a statement from Bishop W. Shawn McKnight on Martin Luther King Jr. Day 2023: The life of the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. is a reminder that God has blessed all of us with … more
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MAKING CONNECTIONS — Living in awe of His many gifts
The new year — with the season of giving still fresh in our memories — is an opportune time to reflect on the gifts God has generously given and continues to give us. Yet, I hear and … more
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Members of Knights of Columbus Jay Harris Council 8620 and Ladies Auxiliary in Warsaw serve the council’s 37th annual Christmas Dinner on Dec. 25, 2022. Volunteers served between 350 and 400 meals to people who were hungry, homebound or otherwise in need of a good meal and cheerful company on Christmas Day.
Warm food and hearts on Christmas Day at Warsaw K. of C. dinner
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. Richard Herndon remembers the best Christmas he’s ever had. About 15 years ago, his father, Richard Herndon, spent the early part of the day at the … more
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Pope Benedict XVI smiles as he bids the crowd farewell after celebrating Mass at Nationals Park in Washington April 17, 2008. Pope Benedict died Dec. 31, 2022, at the age of 95.
UPDATED: In word and deed, pope emeritus inspired priests of this diocese and some with ties to it
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. This updated version includes further insight from Monsignor David Cox. A seminarian who would become Father Jason Doke was serving at a Mass offered by … more
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For the past three years, the undercroft of the St. Patrick Chapel of St. Vincent de Paul Parish of Pettis County has been home to the Sedalia Warming Shelter, staffed by volunteers from the parish and other Sedalia congregations. The shelter was open 24 hours a day during the frigid temperatures that coincided with Christmas.
Sedalia St. Vincent de Paul Parish volunteers save lives over Christmas at warming shelter
The following is a first-person witness given by two deacons who assist the pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Sedalia. “And she brought forth her firstborn Son, and wrapped Him in … more
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Sister Kathleen Wegman SSND
January — An invitation to begin anew
I remember well the feeling of strangeness in spending New Year’s Eve in silence, a holy hour and various forms of prayer. This was the practice when I was a novice of the School Sisters of … more
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Carmen Maxwell lends her finger and says, “peace be with you,” to a child eager to participate in the hand-shaking sharing of peace on Monday at Sacred Heart Church in Columbia. This was Maxwell’s first time celebrating Día de la Virgen de la Guadalupe in Columbia.
A celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Columbia
It was still dark out when Catholics in Columbia began singing Monday morning to la Virgen de Guadalupe, the name for the Mexican apparition of the Virgin Mary. It is said the Virgin appeared to … more
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The body of Pope Benedict XVI lies in St. Peter’s Basilica for people to pay their respects at the Vatican Jan. 2, 2023.
Diocese mourns the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
CLICK HERE for a schedule of Memorial Masses to be offered in the diocese Bishop W. Shawn McKnight of Jefferson City released the following message on Dec. 31, upon the death in Vatican City of … more
Shown on stage during their performance of “A Christmas Yarn,” which was this year’s annual Christmas play, are the students of St. Mary School in Frankenstein. Every student performed on stage in the musical that shared the Good News of God’s love. The play was provided and directed by Audie and Helen Cline.
St. Mary School students spin a yarn about Christmas
Students of St. Mary School in Frankenstein entertained friends, families and parishioners on Dec. 5 with a presentation of “A Christmas Yarn.” The 16 students from the school … more
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