02-21-25 print edition of The Catholic Missourian
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In this issue
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The Christian way to make decisions in the Church
Wednesday, February 19
CLICK HERE to read Bishop McKnight’s “Making Connections” column on co-responsibility. CLICK HERE to read profiles of several diocesan councils and commissions. In teams …
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Finding hope in the call to co-responsibility
Wednesday, February 19
CLICK HERE to read a related article. CLICK HERE to read profiles of several diocesan councils and commissions. As members of the Body of Christ, each of us receives a unique mission from …
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Seventh-graders give their best at inaugural diocesan Scholar Bowl
Wednesday, February 19
Jacob Stewart brushed up on a lot of the basics before representing his school in the diocese’s first-ever Seventh Grade Scholar Bowl in Jefferson City. The most important of these things …
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Father William Korte died unexpectedly at 67
Wednesday, February 19
A priest wearing a full cassock, skipping rope on the playground. Only those who saw it could have believed it. “As Catholics, we’re pretty good at observing fast days, but we …
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Co-responsibility — Profiles of several diocesan councils and commissions that advise the bishop
Wednesday, February 19
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see photos of council and commission members Diocesan Pastoral Council The Diocesan Pastoral Council assists the bishop in his governance of this diocese. Its …
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Millennium Cross in Cathedral sanctuary is a Jubilee Year reminder of hope, reconciliation
Wednesday, February 19
An old rugged cross stands next to the altar in the Cathedral of St. Joseph throughout this Jubilee Year of Hope, as a reminder of the sure and certain hope that comes from the total, self-giving …
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Statement of the Missouri Catholic Conference on abortions resuming in Missouri
Wednesday, February 19
The following statement is from Missouri’s Roman Catholic bishops, functioning as the officers of the Missouri Catholic Conference, the Church’s public-policy agency in this state. …
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Generous parishioners bring success to 2024 Special Collections
Wednesday, February 19
In 2024, the generous faithful of the Diocese of Jefferson City shared nearly $1 million with the beneficiaries of our three diocesan special collections. In March, parishioners …
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Pastor preaches on importance of Catholic schools
Wednesday, February 19
Catholic schools are a fundamental part of a parish’s mission to evangelize and pass along the faith. “It’s our major role, it’s our major help, it’s our major …
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Lenten regulations and admonitions for 2025
Wednesday, February 19
As another Lenten journey of conversion begins on Ash Wednesday, March 5, and ends with the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday, April 17, the Catholic Church calls all Catholics to a …
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Empowering Parishes to Serve — Charity and Mercy Grants
Wednesday, February 19
One of the most rewarding aspects of my role is reviewing grant applications and witnessing the incredible work parishes undertake to serve their communities. Each application tells a story of …
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SAUCIER — In plain sight
Wednesday, February 19
In Matthew, Jesus preaches the Beatitudes on the side of a mountain. In Luke, they’re preached on a plain. “He went down with them and stood on a level place.” In Matthew, …
