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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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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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People from the congregation present the bread, wine and offertory collection to Father Roberto Ike during the African Thanksgiving Mass celebrated on Nov. 17 in Sacred Heart Church in Columbia.
Fr. Ike at African Mass: ‘Only one Savior’
CLICK HERE to see a gallery of photos from this event. Too many Christians take stock in worldly powers to save them from trials and tribulations. Their faith is in vain. “The … more
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Bailey the cat attended the Celebration of the Feast of St. Francis, which concluded with a pet blessing. He is a typical cat; inquisitive, a bit demanding, independent, curious and definitely challenging.
St. Robert Bellarmine Parish celebrates St. Francis feastday
Bailey, a 15-year-old ginger tabby cat, sat patiently in his carrier. Anxious of any new adventure, he gave his mum a wondering look. He finally asked her, “where are we, what are we … more
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6 Northeastern Mo. parishes agree on emergency Mass schedule
What happens when one of two neighboring pastors is away and there are more Masses scheduled than the remaining pastor can or should offer? Father Robert Fields and Father Boniface Nzabonimpa … more
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Father Paul Clark, chaplain, preaches the homily at Helias Catholic High School’s Homecoming Mass in the Rackers Fieldhouse in Jefferson City.
Homecoming messages touch on relationships, shared identity, forgiveness, role models
The joy of Homecoming Week stems from good relationships and a shared identity. It is a time to recognize and be recognized. “I think that’s honestly what all of our hearts … more
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Students in Vienna honor, greet veterans during prayer service
They processed into church, listened to God’s word, offered prayers and sang hymns. Then, class by class, the students of Visitation Inter-Parish School in Vienna stepped forward to thank … more
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Veterans Day: A call to remember, recognize and revere
SCROLL THE ARROWS to see more photos. The 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month brought hope for the end of all war. “Of course, history tells us the rest of the story,” … more
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Bishop opens process of discernment toward promoting participation in the Liturgy through sacred music
Sacred music’s power to move hearts and orient people toward unity with God and his entire Church has been evident since Christianity’s earliest days. Recognizing that power, and … more
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Two participants in this year’s Diocesan Youth Rally decorate pumpkins during the event held Nov. 3 in the Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City.
Young people give, ‘get’ witness at Youth Rally
CLICK HERE to see a highlight video from the Women’s Fall Retreat and the Diocesan Youth Rally. https://www.facebook.com/diojeffcity/videos/457303760804226 CLICK HERE to see a gallery … more
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