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Members of St. Peter Parish in Marshall act out the story of Our Lady of Guadalupe and St. Juan Diego during a holy hour on Dec. 13 in St. Peter Church.
Our Lady of Guadalupe conveys God’s confidence in, concern for the humble and downtrodden
Throughout Salvation History, God has been lifting up the lowly and sending them to proclaim his message to the powerful. Faith and trust are what these unlikely emissaries have in common. … more
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Father Henry Ussher, a priest of the Diocese of Wiawso, Ghana, who is pastor of St. Clement Parish in St. Clement, St. Joseph Parish in Louisiana and the Mission of Queen of Peace in Clarksville, offers Mass in St. Joseph Church in Louisiana.
Fr. Henry Ussher celebrates 25th priestly anniversary
God doesn’t call angels to be priests. He calls human beings. “It’s not by my own might but by God’s own grace,” said Father Henry Ussher. “God … more
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This mural depicting the Nativity adorns the ceiling of Sacred Heart Church in Rich Fountain.
History enthusiast explores, refutes myths about origin of Christmas celebrations
The date for celebrating Jesus’s birth comes from early Church Fathers’ calculations for the date of the Annunciation, not from some corresponding pagan feastday. Guillermo … more
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Sr. Karen Thein cherishes memories of Christmases in Guatemala
Her first Christmas on mission in Guatemala was vastly different from the rest. “I was there when we had the earthquake in 1976,” Sister Karen Thein SSND recalled, “and our … more
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“Parishes as Communities of the Beatitudes” discussion groups in Louisiana assisted living center, Kirksville nursing home
Some who were raised to observe the Ten Commandments as the yardstick for discipleship are discovering The Beatitudes in several communities for seniors in the diocese. With facilitators from … more
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A reflection on hope: An invitation to be the tether
Recently, I learned something that has profoundly shaped the way I think about hope. In Hebrew, the word for hope, tikvah, carries a meaning that is both powerful and tangible. It … more
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This is a portion of a recently installed stained-glass window in the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City depicting Venerable Father Augustus Tolton carrying out his priestly ministry.
Venerable Fr. Tolton, Missouri native, arrived in Chicago 135 years ago
The soft-spoken cleric felt a combination of weariness and relief as the train pulled into the station. Father Augustus Tolton, formerly enslaved, formerly deprived of his priestly aspirations, … more
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The Pilot Grove Community food pantry occupies a large cabinet in a safe, well-lit, accessible place in the city’s recycling center. It is the result of St. Joseph parishioners reading about and discussing stewardship in everyday life and coming up with a way to help their neighbors.
Stewardship studies in Pilot Grove lead to successful food pantry
Small groups in St. Joseph Parish in Pilot Grove studied and talked about the Four Pillars of Stewardship. Then, they took a good, hard look around. “Each week, the study materials … more
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Seminarians grateful for prayers, support, as they explore God’s will, consider Priesthood
The best-laid plans are no match for what God has in mind for every individual he creates. The key is to trust and follow him. “That’s not to say that what you have planned out … more
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A mission team from the Jefferson City diocese leads a retreat in Spanish at a parish in El Salvador.
Mission team from diocese leads powerful retreat in El Salvador
SCROLL THE ARROWS  to see more photos.  “I am willing to do whatever it is you want, no matter what it is ... I have a missionary soul, lead me to the land that thirsts for … more
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Father Joseph Corel, diocesan vicar for prison ministry, presents to Lois Thomas the papal Benemerenti Medal, in recognition of her years of service to prison residents in the diocese.
Lois Thomas, long-serving in prison ministry, receives papal honor
Lois Thomas has been encountering Christ in prison for three decades. She recognizes him and affirms his presence within each of the incarcerated men and women she visits on God’s behalf. … more
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Volunteers prepare and serve Thanksgiving Day meals in the parish hall of St. Anthony Church in Camdenton.
Thanksgiving community meals: Parishes spread a table and invite their neighbors in
It takes a lot of turkeys to fill thousands of Thanksgiving Day plates. And they don’t cook themselves. “It takes an army of volunteers, with a few extraordinary servant … more
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Helias Catholic High School 2018 graduate Briana Wieberg, regional program manager for Sidewalk Advocates for Life (SAFL) for the state of California, displays one of the gift bags volunteers for the organization hand out to people on sidewalks outside abortion and abortion referral facilities. The bags contain personal hygiene items and information about pro-life resources.
Helias Catholic grad leads sidewalk advocacy group in California
One needn’t be religious to oppose abortion on human-rights grounds, but Brianna Wieberg’s passion for life is fueled by her faith. “God is the reason we do what we do,” … more
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Poppy-makers Anna Cichocki, Maria Cichocki, Rebekah DuBois, Liz Duplissie, Sherri Spiker and June Sablan (crochet instructor) stand on the Route 66 bridge over the Roaring Roubidoux of Pulaski County. These ladies crocheted poppies that adorn the bridge.
Crafty newcomers help St. Robert parishioners crochet poppies
The parishioners of St. Robert Bellarmine Parish in St. Robert are used to integrating new people into their community. This parish is located near a busy military base, Fort Leonard Wood, which … more
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Eileen Shafer plays the harp for the St. Cecilia Sing on Sunday, Nov. 24 at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. She performed an original composition, as well as a piece composed by her “great-grandteacher.”
Musicians, singers share talents at St. Cecilia Sing
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. Musicians across the Diocese of Jefferson City gathered in the Cathedral of St. Joseph to share their talents on Sunday, Nov. 24. And “he who … more
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WOMEN’S WEEKEND — FRONT: Kim Lenger FRONT ROW: Alysson Miller, Linda Dobyns, Renee Fisher, Luann Corbin, Peggy Maeder, Joyce Clapham, Liz Kehl, Shannon Collins, Courtney Benson, Nicole Berkus MIDDLE ROW: Melanie Sander, Suzanna Steinman, Marla Ryan, Donna Long, Nikki Howell, Frenchie Tisdale, Jean Simon, Teresa Dillon, Felicia Anunoby, Andrea Davis BACK ROW: Carisa Fuemmeler, Jacki Crider, Fr. Greg Oligschlaeger, Lesa Blackford, Susan Stolwyk, Barb Prasad, Leanna Moss, Deacon Chris Korte
Fall 2024 Cursillo Weekends held in Edina
The Cursillo Movement for the Jefferson City diocese held its Fall 2024 Weekends at St. Joseph Parish in Edina. This was the second time in two years that weekends were held there. … more
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How your year-end gift transforms lives at Catholic Charities
As we approach the season of gratitude and reflection, we invite you to not only give but to feel connected to the profound work of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri. Our … more
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Rev. Mr. Gregory Clever elevates the Precious Blood while Bishop W. Shawn McKnight elevates the Body of Christ at the end of the Eucharistic Prayer at the June 1 Mass during which Rev. Mr. Clever was ordained a deacon and Father Christopher Hoffmann was ordained a priest.
Bishop to ordain Rev. Mr. Gregory Clever to Priesthood on Dec. 7 in Cathedral
Who in the world is Rev. Mr. Gregory Joseph John Clever? “A child of God,” he stated. “When you’re baptized, you’re in a covenant relationship with God, which means … more
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Students of St. Nicholas Academy take in the view while on a hike during their summer road trip to Colorado in July.
St. Nicholas Academy — helping students rise to the top
The students and houseparents of St. Nicholas Academy in Jefferson City looked up at the soaring rise ahead of them, peaking out at 12,000 feet above sea level, on a summer road trip to Colorado. … more
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People from parishes throughout the Jefferson City diocese join together in Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament in the St. Alphonsus Liguori Chapel at the Alphonse J. Schwartze Memorial Catholic Center, during a Nov. 3 training workshop for helping to build a vocation-oriented culture in their parishes.
3-part plan for building a culture of vocations throughout diocese
Vocation ministry is not just a few people who help others answer the universal call to holiness and find their own particular vocation in the Church. It’s about creating a pervasive … more
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