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Missouri Catholic Conference opposes legislation to criminalize women who have an abortion
The Missouri Catholic Conference, public-policy agency of the state’s four Roman Catholic dioceses, released the following statement on Dec. 21, 2023, in anticipation of the start of the … more
Bishop McKnight blesses the Nativity scene during the Christmas Vigil Mass in the Cathedral of St. Joseph.
Bishop: The Nativity scene inspires beauty from brokenness
CLICK HERE to watch the livestream broadcast of this Mass.  Nothing says “all things are possible with God” quite like a Christmas depiction of the Babe in the manger. It … more
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Diocesan Christmas Collection to support seminarians, Infirm Priest Fund
What do seminarians in all stages of formation and priests battling traumatic or lingering infirmity have in common? A growing sense of total dependence on God, an inclination to surrender to … more
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Paulette Bruch, president of the Anne’s Anchor Board of Directors; Elizabeth and Constantine; Georgia Hearn, Anne’s Anchor Executive Director and her daughters Caelyn and Raelyn gather for Constantine’s Baptism earlier this year. Elizabeth and Constantine are residents of the Anne’s Anchor maternity home in Bowling Green.
The Rosary was a lifeline for human trafficking survivor, now a resident at Anne’s Anchor maternity home
Elizabeth was too far gone to realize that her once-beautiful mind was disintegrating. The drugs, the repeated trauma and the infections had claimed her sanity and nearly all of her intellect. … more
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A bearded visitor in red kneels and prays before the Nativity scene in St. Mary of the Angels Church in Wien at the conclusion of Mass on Christmas Eve in this 2022 file photo.
Visitor stops to pray in Wien each Christmas Eve
A seasoned gentleman in polar attire steps into St. Mary of the Angels Church in Wien at the end of Midnight Mass on Christmas Eve. He walks slowly, reverently, bells slightly jingling as he … more
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Monica Reyes performs with a musical group during a posadas celebration at Holy Name Cathedral in Chicago in this file photo. Posadas, a traditional Christmas festivity in many Hispanic cultures, are marked by a candlelight procession.
Las Posadas: Setting aside a prominent place for the Lord
The search for shelter, warmth, safety and hospitality is as old as humanity. So, it may not have seemed extraordinary for a man and his wife, about to give birth, to crisscross the streets of a … more
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For Deacon Seibert, Black Nativities and Santas celebrate a God who creates in all shades
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos. https://catholicmissourianonline.com/stories/photos-deacon-bill-and-rachelle-seiberts-black-nativity-and-santa-collection,5034 Deacon Bill Seibert … more
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Bishops encourage Missourians to safeguard sanctity of life
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight and his fellow Roman Catholic bishops of Missouri are urging Missourians to remain vigilant in safeguarding human life from the moment of conception to the moment of natural … more
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Representatives of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri and SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital-Jefferson City take part in a Dec. 12 ceremony marking SSM Health’s $50,000 investment in the Hope and Healing Food Bag program.
SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital and Catholic Charities announce Hope and Healing Food Bags
Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri ( cccnmo.diojeffcity.org ) and SSM Health St. Mary’s Hospital‒Jefferson City ( ssmhealth.com/jc ) have joined together to create the Hope … more
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Students from St. Thomas the Apostle School in St. Thomas sing Christmas songs next to a Nativity scene set up in the Missouri State Capitol Dec. 7.
Nativity, Christmas music take center stage at Missouri Capitol
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Waves of children and adults passed back and forth through the doors of the Missouri State Capitol as carols and hymns ascended and spilled … more
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Litz Main, Executive Director of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri.
My reflections on leading Catholic Charities
The vibrant tapestry of the community at Catholic Charities has woven a new thread into its rich history with my recent appointment as its new Executive Director, and the resounding welcome and … more
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Bishop blesses St. Nicholas Academy and its students
One of the children held the Book of Blessings, one held a container of water, and another held a thick reed. Bishop W. Shawn Mc­Knight proclaimed the Scripture passage about Jesus on the … more
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Laura Theissen displays her newly published children’s storybook, Cuthbert: The Eagle Who Found His Wings, with her son, Lucas, and her husband, Andy.
Lessons from Columbia parishioner’s journey to faith find expression in new storybook for children
Children’s author Laura Theissen was taking a French test at the University of Missouri when she found out that terrorists had flown commercial airliners into the Pentagon and the World Trade … more
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Father Anthony Rinaldo, pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Loose Creek and St. Louis of France Parish in Bonnots Mill, elevates the Most Blessed Sacrament during a Candlelight Mass on the evening of the First Sunday of Advent in Immaculate Conception Church in Loose Creek.
An Advent call to prepare, be light in darkness
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. https://catholicmissourianonline.com/stories/photos-candlelight-mass-in-loose-creek,5006 Dozens of flickering candles clashed with the … more
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Advent candles and a wreath help bring focus to the time before the coming of our Lord. Each candle represents a week of Advent.
Bishop urges the faithful to observe Advent as a season of joyful preparation for Christ
CLICK HERE to read a related article. “Let us recommit ourselves to witnessing the beauty, joy and hope of the Gospel of Jesus Christ.” Not just between now and Christmas, but … more
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Volunteers at St. Anthony Church in Camdenton display the sign for the parish’s 18th annual free Thanksgiving meal.
Thanksgiving meals served by Camdenton, Sedalia, J.C. parishes
Once again Thanksgiving Day drew people of faith together for massive efforts of gratitude and service. Camdenton St. Anthony Parish in Camdenton hosted its 18th annual free Thanksgiving … more
Students from St. Brendan School in Mexico help prepare the Audrain County Shelter Resource Coalition to host the Room at the Inn cold-weather shelter, during the citywide Tyronn Lue Day of Service on Oct. 13.
St. Brendan School students dive into citywide day of service
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. The children of St. Brendan School in Mexico helped make their hometown a better place, as part of a communitywide day of service held in honor of an … more
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Members of the kitchen crew get more meals ready for delivery.
Service retreat invigorates J.C. St. Peter School faculty
Fellowship and a shared mission. That’s exactly what the teachers and administrators of St. Peter School in Jefferson City needed the Monday after Thanksgiving Day. “We got a … more
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Heather Gardner, director of campaign advancement for 40 Days for Life 365, and Kathy Forck, campaign director for Columbia 40 Days for Life, turn toward the photographer while the audience applauds after Ms. Gardner’s keynote at the Columbia 40 Days for Life Closing Rally and Dinner Nov. 4 in the St. Andrew Parish Hall in Holts Summit.
40 Days for Life participants hear about importance of year-round presence on the sidewalk
The president of Mizzou Students for Life said seeing those who stand in the gap every day to help people turn away from abortion inspires her to keep making her own sacrifices. Their prayerful … more
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Honored veterans gather in the sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Columbia following a Veterans Day Assembly with Our Lady of Lourdes Interparish School students Nov. 10.
Columbia OLLIS students honor, pray for veterans
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Twenty-four students carrying electric candles outlined the arc-shaped perimeter of the Our Lady of Lourdes Church sanctuary in Columbia. … more
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