05-01-26 print edition of The Catholic Missourian
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PHOTOS: Fr. Tolton Celebration Mass
Friday, May 1
CLICK HERE to read a related story. This year’s Fr. Tolton Celebration Mass on April 19 drew an overflow congregation to St. John Henry Newman Church on the campus of the University of …
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Fr. Adejoh at Fr. Tolton Celebration Mass: Step forward, live the Gospel, regardless of cost
Friday, May 1
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Venerable Father Augustus Tolton learned to trust God with every fiber of his being. Sent on a seemingly impossible mission, he relied …
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Bishop Seitz of El Paso visits diocese, says helping migrants is a Christian imperative
Friday, May 1
Bishop Mark J. Seitz of El Paso, Texas, offered a tight summary of the Church’s teaching on immigration: “Manage your borders well, reasonably, with good policy; integrate folks carefully, …
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Seven Churches pilgrimage sharpens student’s drive to be Catholic
Friday, May 1
Nora Pryor caught a breath of incense as she entered the St. Peter Proto-Cathedral in Jefferson City on Holy Thursday. Her gaze turned to the Most Blessed Sacrament, surrounded by candles and …
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Sedalia Sacred Heart senior gets perfect score on ACT
Friday, May 1
Sacred Heart High School senior Logan Howell asked Bishop Ralph B. O’Donnell to pray for him and his friends to ace an important exam. The bishop agreed also to pray “that these kids come to …
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Welcome, newly initiated members of the Catholic Church!
Friday, May 1
Here are the names of many who received Sacraments of Initiation at Easter in parishes throughout the Jefferson City diocese. Additional names will be included on the People Page in future …
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SSM, Catholic Charities team up to bolster community food pantry
Friday, May 1
When people are hungry, you give them something to eat, according to Matthew 25:35 and leadership from SSM St. Mary’s Hospital and Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri. The two …
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Mid-Missouri Birthright carrying out timeless mission in new ways with a new location
Friday, May 1
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. Warm lights and bright colors welcome clients and visitors to Mid-Missouri Birthright’s new headquarters in Jefferson City. Every room is a …
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Rest in peace, Deacon Turf D. Martin of Sedalia
Friday, May 1
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. Deacon Turf D. Martin, 71, who assisted the pastor of St. Vincent de Paul Parish in Sedalia, died on March 14 in Columbia, surrounded by the love of his …
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Lorna Tran: A mother’s love
Friday, May 1
By Audrey Ickes, Donor Relations Manager, Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri “It strikes me that you’re a mother,” began The Most Reverend Mark J. Seitz of El Paso, before …
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Men’s Cursillo #76
Friday, May 1
Men’s Cursillo Weekend #76 was held on Oct. 2-5, 2025, at Sacred Heart Parish in Eldon. Ten Cursillo team members were joined by six candidates who became the newest Cursillistas in the …
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Pope Leo XIV advances sainthood causes, including Dutch nun who served in Missouri
Friday, May 1
Pope Leo XIV issued decrees advancing the sainthood causes of five candidates, including a Dutch nun who served in St. Louis in the early 20th century. During a meeting April 27, with Cardinal …
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Bishop O’Donnell invites all to join in prayer for peace, for the Holy Father and for world leaders
Friday, May 1
My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, I am saddened by President Trump’s recent comments regarding Pope Leo XIV’s statements calling for peace and for an end to the war in Iran. It is …
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RUTTER: Christ’s Presence Revisited
Friday, May 1
At the 1.75-mile point of our walk we reach “The Cross” and turn around to head home. You might picture the cross sitting atop the steeple of your church; a visible symbol that welcomes you into …
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Saucier -- A healthy request
Friday, May 1
Forgiveness was a big deal for Jesus. He practiced it up until his dying breath and urged us to do the same. “Love your enemies and pray for those who persecute you.” Jesus …
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FREY — People Need to Know
Thursday, April 2
For many years now, I have been trying to live my Catholic faith to the best of my ability. Have I messed up? Yes. Did I often use my own free will, ignore God, and refuse His Will for my life? …
