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Venerable Fr. Tolton inspires aspects of Cathedral renovation
Venerable Father Augustus Tolton received his priestly calling at baptism, so it’s only fitting that his likeness will help illuminate the new baptismal font in the renovated Cathedral of St. … more
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A mother from the Jefferson City diocese rocks her sleeping baby while keynote speaker Abby Johnson addresses a crowd of over 2,000 at an April 20 rally in the Missouri State Capitol Rotunda as part of the 2022 Midwest March for Life.
March for Life: Roe v. Wade may fall; stay vigilant
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. CLICK HERE to read the reflection Bishop W. Shawn McKnight gave at this event. The U.S. Supreme Court may well overturn or seriously … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight speaks to the crowd in the Rotunda of the Missouri State Capitol April 20 during a rally for the Midwest March for Life. Visible in the photo are keynote presenter Abby Johnson and Mark Serafino, master of ceremonies for the event. Mrs. Johnson is answering a woman who text-messaged her with searing regret over having recently had a late-term abortion.
MAKING CONNECTIONS — Choose life - the way of blessing
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight delivered the following reflection during a rally for the Midwest March for Life on April 20 at the Missouri State Capitol:   “I have set before you life … more
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Bishop McKnight preaches the homily at the Chrism Mass on the Tuesday of Holy Week 2022 in St. Andrew Church in Holts Summit.
Bishop: Life in the Risen Christ must lead the faithful to mercy, gratitude
“We were indeed buried with Him through baptism into death, so that just as Christ was raised from the dead by the glory of the Father, we, too, might have newness of life.” This … more
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BISHOP McKNIGHT: For Catholics in U.S. mission territory, appeal strengthens Church at home
One of many lessons I’ve learned as a bishop is that miracles do happen. And, as I praise God for His work in the Diocese of Jefferson City, I also need to thank parishioners nationwide who … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight, assisted by Deacon John Schwartze, elevates the Most Blessed Sacrament while he and priests of the diocese pray the Doxology together during the Chrism Mass on April 12 in St. Andrew Church in Holts Summit. — Photo by Jay Nies
At Chrism Mass, bishop speaks of unity, shared experience of anointing
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Christ has given His Church a mission through the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. Clergy and … more
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Official Decree of Appointments
The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, announces the following appointments:   Reverend Ernest Dike, from modified temporary Parochial Administrator of Immaculate … more
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight speaks to candidates for Easter Sacraments during the Rite of Election and Call to Continuing Conversation, held on the First Sunday of Advent in Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Columbia. The event could not be held in the Cathedral of St. Joseph, which is undergoing an extensive renovation.
Elect, candidates moving toward full communion with the Church
A great cloud of witnesses amassed within Our Lady of Lourdes Church in Columbia. Seventy-six people from all over the diocese who are seeking Baptism at the Easter Vigil, and 88 candidates for … more
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A view shows a residential building destroyed by recent shelling, as Russia's invasion of Ukraine continues in the city of Irpin in the Kyiv region March 2, 2022.
Bishop McKnight urges faithful to continue praying for peace
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight is encouraging people throughout the Jefferson City diocese to continue praying and offering up sacrifices for a peaceful resolution to the humanitarian crisis unfolding in … more
Father Stephen Jones (foreground) and Bishop W. Shawn McKnight trace ashes in the shape of a cross on the foreheads of Chancery employees the morning of Ash Wednesday at Mass in the Alphonse J. Schwartze Memorial catholic Center in Jefferson City.
From ashes to the cross
Bishop W. Shawn spoke of the challenge and the motivation of a proper observance of Ash Wednesday. He articulated the meaning of the dark black ashes he was about to trace ashes in the shape of a … more
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This painting, “Baptism of Christ” by Eric Armusik, was featured on Bishop W. Shawn McKnight’s social media channels on Jan. 9.
‘111 Sacred Works of art’ on Bishop McKnight’s social-media outlets
Congruent with the yearlong renovation and beautification of the Cathedral of St. Joseph, Bishop W. Shawn McKnight is adorning his social media spaces throughout 2022 with “111 Sacred Works of … more
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Decree of Official Appointments
The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, announces the following appointments: PRIEST Reverend Ernest Dike, as the modified temporary Parochial Administrator of Immaculate … more
Work commences on a substantial renovation of the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City on Jan. 14. The project, which will enhance the building’s iconic geometry and open spaces with classical artwork, is scheduled to be completed early next year. Masses are now being celebrated in nearby locations. Bishop W. Shawn McKnight invites people throughout the diocese to join in the renovation by praying for the safety of the workers, and to consider contributing financially.
Work commences on a renewed Cathedral for diocese
A major renovation of the Cathedral of St. Joseph has begun, with hopes for completion and a rededication Mass about a year from now. Parishioners will worship temporarily in nearby locations … more
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Bishop’s policy on the Latin Mass in the diocese unchanged
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight issued the following statement on Dec. 23, 2021, regarding the celebration of the Mass in its pre-Vatican II form in the Jefferson City diocese:   On July 16, … more
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Bishop: King’s memory calls the faithful to unity, charity, mercy
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight issued the following statement Jan. 17 in recognition of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Day: Nearly 60 years ago, the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. visited St. Louis … more
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These statues of the Three Wise Men adorned the sanctuary of the Cathedral of St. Joseph during the Christmas Season.
In Epiphany message, bishop calls for gratitude, reflection
The homage the Wise Men from afar gave the Christ-child in Bethlehem reinforces the Christian belief that Jesus was more than the promised fulfillment of the Messiah for the Jews. He was a Light … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight places an image of the infant Jesus in the Nativity scene in the sanctuary of the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City Dec. 24, during the Vigil Mass for Christmas.
Bishop McKnight urges all to recognize, participate in the miracle of Christmas
Miracles are not simply a deviation from the norm nor an interruption of the natural order. They are God’s interventions in the world to restore what should be or to assure what should … more
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Bishop W. Shawn McKnight comments on what parishes have learned by evaluating and updating their pastoral plans during the pandemic.
MAKING CONNECTIONS — Ongoing pastoral planning reveals strengths, challenges
CLICK HERE to read a related article from CNS. With a year under our belt of the diocesan pastoral plan, and even more time for some parishes to be using a parish pastoral plan, the reviews … more
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Very Reverend Steven P. Beseau, Rector/President of the Pontifical College Josephinum in Worthington, Ohio, joins seminarians Christopher Hoffmann and Phillip Novotny of the Jefferson City diocese and Bishop W. Shawn McKnight in the sanctuary of the college’s the St. Turibius Chapel on Dec. 8.
Bishop institutes Hoffman as acolyte, Novotny as lector at the Pontifical College Josephinum
Several men in particular stages of priestly discernment and formation at the Pontifical College Josephinum in Worthington, Ohio, received important new roles in the Church on Dec. 8, the Solemnity … more
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A resident of the Algoa Correctional Center in Jefferson City proclaims a reading during a Nov. 6 Mass offered by Bishop W. Shawn McKnight and Father Michael Penn in the prison chapel.
Bishop, prison residents worship “God of 10,000 chances”
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. The Church outside the walls and the Church within are one and the same. There are no distinctions. “These are wonderful … more
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