Welcome to the Diocese of Jefferson City

Serving 38 counties across central and northern Missouri

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Join us in praying a Novena for the Electorate

The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, is inviting Catholics across our diocese to unite in prayer in the nine days leading up to the November 5, 2024, General Election. By joining in this Novena, we will help cultivate a spirit of mercy in ourselves and in our communities, praying for compassion, understanding, and respect for one another — especially when opinions differ.

Understanding Amendment 3

As we approach this year's November elections, it is imperative that we discuss Amendment 3, which would end our state's ban on direct abortion.

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STEWARDSHIP

 "As each one has received a gift, use it to serve one another as good stewards of God's varied grace." (1 Peter 4:10)

CATHOLIC MISSOURIAN

Learn more about what is happening in our 100+ faith communities and how you can get involved.

All Christians are called to service by virtue of their baptism. The call to priesthood and religious life is heard at various ages and circumstances of life; God’s call is often incarnated through the words, example, and support of others.

Help us to awaken the call within those called to ordination or vowed religious life.