03-01-24 print edition of The Catholic Missourian
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In this issue
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Stepping toward full communion with the Church
Thursday, February 29
Now is a very acceptable time. A time like no other. “It’s time for me to do what I’ve always wanted to do,” said Julia Parker. “And I need support now, and I …
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Helias Catholic H.S. graduate receives Texas teaching award
Thursday, February 29
Scott Frank flatly acknowledges that he wasn’t a stand-out scholar or athlete. Not until he had Mike Jeffries and Chris Cooper as teachers and coaches at Helias Catholic High School. …
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Fr. Auer hopes to create young disciples who are on fire for their faith
Thursday, February 29
Father Andrew Auer met up with a handful of students at Shakespeare’s Pizza near the University of Missouri-Columbia campus. Over a couple of extra-large pizzas and salad, the group …
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Distinguished graduates honored during Catholic Schools Week
Thursday, February 29
Each year during Catholic Schools Week, Catholic schools throughout the country, in cooperation with the National Catholic Education Association (NCEA), honor graduates that exemplify the …
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How preparing for disaster can keep your family safe, and serve your community
Thursday, February 29
At Catholic Charities, we understand that disaster preparation, response, and recovery isn’t just a safety issue — it’s also a poverty issue. Unfortunately, disaster doesn’t …
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Rest in Peace, J.C. native Sister Rose Miriam Wegman SSND
Thursday, February 29
Jefferson City native Sister Rose Miriam Wegman of the School Sisters of Notre Dame, 92, died peacefully in the early hours of Jan. 31, at Anna House, The Sarah Community, in Bridgeton. The …
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Applications being accepted to serve on new Diocesan Youth Council
Thursday, February 29
Applications are being accepted through April 5 for people who wish to serve on the newly created Diocesan Youth Council (DYC). Bishop W. McKnight established the council on Feb. 16. The …
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March 10 deadline to apply for assistance in attending pastoral musicians convention in K.C.
Thursday, February 29
The Jefferson City Diocese Chapter of National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM) is offering scholarships for people in the diocese to attend the NPM National Convention, July 8-10 in Kansas …
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SAUCIER — Rich in kindness
Thursday, February 29
It wasn’t much warmer than temperatures here, but the allure of visiting Mexico’s Yucatan in February is the color. There are the vibrant reds and purples of the bougainvillea, the …
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Fr. Flatley: “While he was still a long way off, his father caught sight of him”
Thursday, February 29
Christ our Emmanuel models for us The Paschal Mystery (suffering/death/resurrection), which in some way is the most significant experience we can know of God’s love and mercy on this side of …
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State’s Catholic bishops urge Missourians not to sign abortion initiative petition
Friday, February 23
Bishop W. Shawn McKnight and his fellow Roman Catholic bishops are urging Missourians to withhold their signatures from a currently circulating petition seeking to ensure nearly unrestricted access …
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McKnight, local bishops offer prayers for victims, including 11 children, after Super Bowl victory parade shooting
Thursday, February 15
Local bishops offered prayers for victims after a shooting left one person dead and more than 20 people injured at the conclusion of the Kansas City Chiefs’ Super Bowl victory parade in front …
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Bishop says the Beatitudes are a good guide for Lenten observance
Wednesday, February 14
What does Jesus really mean when he says, “Take up your cross daily and follow me?” Bishop W. Shawn McKnight believes the Beatitudes (found in Matthew 5 and Luke 6) are a great place …
