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In this issue
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Judge’s ruling opens the floodgates to chemical-induced abortions in Missouri
Wednesday, June 24
Chemically induced abortions are set to resume in Missouri, following a June 18 court ruling. Jackson County Circuit Judge Jerri J. Zhang’s 20-page decision strikes down most of the …
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Msgr. Robert A. Kurwicki V.G. to step away from diocesan role
Wednesday, June 24
Former vicars general don’t fade away. They just keep on ministering. “These eight years have been a privilege, but I’m looking forward to focusing on other things,” said Monsignor …
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Bishop offers Mass in renewed Annunciation Church in California
Wednesday, June 24
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. A parishioner’s forgotten gift to Annunciation Parish in California kept growing without anyone knowing. When it came time to …
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In Columbia: Something new under the sun
Wednesday, June 24
Father Daniel Merz led a group up to the roof of St. John Henry Newman Church in Columbia. Vestments flowing in the wind, he offered prayers and went about sprinkling holy water onto an acre of …
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Celebrating, reconnecting with School Sisters of Notre Dame during event at Helias Catholic High School
Wednesday, June 24
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Sister Jean Dietrich of the School Sisters of Notre Dame (SSND) stood and smiled behind a podium adorned in boldface with the word HELIAS. …
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156 Helias Catholic H.S. graduates sent forth to be bold, loud about their faith, convictions
Wednesday, June 24
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. A spectacle of blue and gold unfolded on the field of Ray Hentges Stadium, as Helias Catholic High School’s Class of 2026 accepted their …
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Pastoral musicians group chapter to get new leader, present at convention
Wednesday, June 24
The Jefferson City diocese’s chapter of the National Association of Pastoral Musicians (NPM) is gearing up for new leadership and an even higher national profile. After serving as Chapter …
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When Summer brings hard choices: How Catholic Charities helps families stretch every dollar
Wednesday, June 24
For many children, summer begins with the joyful sound of the last school bell ringing. It marks the start of carefree days filled with sunshine, play, and freedom. But for some families …
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PHOTOS: SSND “Celebrate & Connect” event
Wednesday, June 24
CLICK HERE to see a related story. Twenty School Sisters of Notre Dame with ties to the Jefferson City diocese gathered with about 60 laypeople at Helias Catholic High School to reminisce, laugh …
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PHOTOS: Mass in renovated Annunciation Church in California
Wednesday, June 24
CLICK HERE to read a related story. Bishop Ralph B. O’Donnell offers Mass in newly renovated Assumption Church in California, with Father Anthony Viviano, pastor, concelebrating and Deacon …
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SAUCIER — Life savings
Wednesday, June 24
We were driving back from a family vacation in East Tennessee. We had stopped for gas when a middle-aged man in jeans, boots, and a tucked-in tee came up to my open window. “Hi,” he …
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RUTTER -- Little victories
Wednesday, June 24
The driver in front of me at the roundabout didn’t come to a stop when there was no car in front of him, thus we both went through it smoothly. The checkout girl at the market packed my …
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Bishop on Memorial Day, Marian feastday: ‘May we all respond to God’s voice’
Friday, June 12
Themes of service and sacrifice converged and expanded during Mass in the Resurrection Catholic Cemetery Mausoleum in Jefferson City the last Monday of May. Not only was it Memorial Day, it was …
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PHOTOS: Memorial Day Mass with Bishop O’Donnell
Friday, June 12
CLICK HERE to read a related story. Bishop Ralph B. O’Donnell offers Mass on Memorial Day in the Mausoleum Chapel of Resurrection Catholic Cemetery in Jefferson City. (30 photos)
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PHOTOS: Helias Catholic High School 2026 Graduation Ceremony
Thursday, May 14
One hundred fifty-six seniors of Helias Catholic High School accepted their diplomas and celebrated their accomplishments together during their Graduation Ceremony the evening of May 13 in Ray …
