“Rejoice always, pray without ceasing, give thanks in all circumstances; for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus for you.” (1 Thessalonians 5:16-18d)
2022 was a year of transition …
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By Dan Lester
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12/14/22
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It was the middle of the Christmas rush, so Jared Niemeyer worked while he spoke.
He talked about how a tasty breakfast spread figures into his sense of …
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By Jay Nies
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12/14/22
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight celebrated Christmas on Oct. 23 this year.
Christmas Mass, that is, at the place of Christ’s birth in Bethlehem.
“Whenever you visit one of the sites in the …
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By Jay Nies
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12/14/22
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I pray that this Christmas season is a time of peace and joy for you, as we celebrate the birth of our Savior — when the light of God’s grace shone brightly on the human family.
As St. …
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By Bishop W. Shawn McKnight
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12/14/22
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From the early days of the Church, theologians have been vigorously debating how and why God chose to send His only begotten Son into the world.
Was it something He planned to do from the …
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By Jay Nies
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12/14/22
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St. Michael Parish in Russellville held its annual Parish Outreach Ministry (POM) Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, Dec. 10.
The event was a resounding success, with all proceeds going to meet the …
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12/14/22
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This article was originally published in the Dec. 14, 2018, edition of The Catholic Missourian.
The search for shelter, warmth, safety and hospitality is as old as humanity.
So it may not have …
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By Jay Nies
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12/14/22
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A baby rested in Gwyneth Thompson-Briggs’s arms as she surveyed the murals that would soon become a part of the baptistery in the Cathedral of St. …
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By Jay Nies
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12/7/22
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Even while facing imminent death, the Cristo Rey Martyrs of the past century never lost hope in their Supreme Lord and King.
It allowed them to forgive their executioners and cry out with joy: …
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By Jay Nies
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12/7/22
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Forty-five students, families, graduates, faculty and staff of Fr. Tolton Regional Catholic High School gave their strength to the fire-ravaged town of …
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By Jay Nies
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12/7/22
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“Why do you want to be a priest?”
“Actually, I’m just in it for the money!”
Father Wayne Boyer thought he was being droll, but the seminary psychologist …
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By Jay Nies
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12/7/22
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People contribute time, money, gently used merchandise, a jubilant disposition and focused determination to “give them something to eat.”
The Holy Spirit does the rest.
“I see …
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By Jay Nies and Steve Janetti
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12/7/22
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Ankles a little sore, heels a little calloused and hearts filled with joy, a band of pilgrims sang and prayed while ascending the road to Starkenburg.
At last, they came within sight of their …
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By Jay Nies
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12/7/22
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As Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri (CCCNMO) continues to grow service reach across the 38 counties of the Diocese of Jefferson City, leadership changes within the agency aim …
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By Ashley Wiskirchen
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12/7/22
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In August of 2021 the world watched as thousands of Afghans, now fearing for their lives, fled their homes after the fall of Kabul. Just one month later, Catholic Charities of Central and Northern …
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By Frishta Aslami, with Ashley Wiskirchen
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12/7/22
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Some deacons thrive while proclaiming the Gospel, preaching a homily or assisting a priest at the altar.
Others excel in the field, among the people, especially those who are hurting and in …
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By Jay Nies
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12/7/22
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The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, hereby makes the following appointments to provide the most effective pastoral care of the Diocese of Jefferson …
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12/7/22
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The 17th annual free Thanksgiving Day dinner hosted by St. Anthony Parish in Camdenton was a success for Christian fellowship and gratitude.
More than 85 volunteers cooked, decorated and carved on …
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12/7/22
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Father McCartan Memorial School in Marceline celebrated its 65th birthday at its current location on Nov. 18.
The celebration, with a Hawaiian theme, took place on the 65th day of the current …
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12/7/22
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Mark Register Ed.D. had spent his entire time at St. Peter School in Jefferson City waiting to become a Crusader at Helias Catholic High School.
One night during his freshman year there, his dad …
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By Jay Nies
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11/23/22
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