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Better Together is more than a phrase for us; it is an invitation to go deeper into what it means to be a Catholic Christian. Our pastoral planning process is underway and everyone has a role.

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The Church in a pandemic
Frequently Asked Questions

As we continue our efforts to protect one another from the serious effects of the coronavirus, these FAQs are offered to assist the faithful in understanding the instructions and decrees promulgated by Bishop W. Shawn McKnight. 

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Message From the Bishop

Our towns and cities will emerge from this pandemic, but our lives will be very different after the virus has passed. Our efforts are to help the people of our diocese stay healthy, keep calm and work together so our families can thrive. We encourage a sense of co-responsibility between our clergy and laity to ensure our parishes and schools are able to respond to the post-pandemic world with creativity and flexibility.

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LATEST NEWS & EVENTS

Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

19 October 2020

Bishop's messages Catholic Stewardship Appeal 2021 Parishioners have received in the mail information on the Catholic Stewardship Appeal 2021. The brochure (English and Spanish versions), poster, logo, bulletin inserts, Mass announcements, and prayer intentions may...
Online Giving Guide For Parishes
Communications Office / Parish Website Admins / Public Health Concerns

Online Giving Guide for Parishes Using Blackbaud’s Merchant Services Application

Parishes who have entered into the parish website project or have otherwise enrolled in our "Blackbaud Universe" of software offerings have the opportunity to offer parishioners secure online giving. Our communications team has put together...
Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

12 October 2020

Bishop's messages Catholic Stewardship Appeal 2021 launches The Catholic Stewardship Appeal 2021 for our diocese is beginning. Materials for parishes will be available at the Priests’ Institute this week (or mailed to those not attending)....
Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

5 October 2020

Bishop's messages Catholic Stewardship Appeal 2021 launches The Catholic Stewardship Appeal 2021 for our diocese is beginning. Materials for parishes will be available at the Priests’ Institute this week (or mailed to those not attending)....
Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

28 September 2020

Bishop's messages Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship continues to present to the Catholic faithful, and all those of good will, an up-to-date guide to help form consciences as they participate in the civil order and...
The U.S. Capitol is seen in Washington Jan. 6, 2020. In a 224-189 vote July 24, the U.S. House passed an appropriations bill that ends a policy banning all foreign nongovernmental organizations receiving U.S. funds from performing or promoting abortion as a method of family planning in other countries. (CNS photo/Tyler Orsburn) See HOUSE-MEXICO-CITY-POLICY July 28, 2020.
Making Connections / News

The times that try our souls

By Bishop W. Shawn McKnight During an historic pandemic, our country faces one of the most contentious presidential election campaigns in recent memory. Some of our fellow Americans may be wondering if they are living...
Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

21 September 2020

Bishop's messages Seminarian posters and prayer cards will be available soon! Please place your order using this form no later than Sept. 25. Material will be distributed at the Priests' Institute in October. Please contact...
Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

14 September 2020

Bishop's messages Official decree Remember the effective date for a decree with updated instructions for parishes was Sept. 11. Abiding by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommendations, the use of face masks upon entering the church,...
Monday Morning Memo Diocese Of Jefferson City
Monday Memo

7 September 2020

Bishop's messages The Chancery Office will be closed on Monday, September 7, to celebrate Labor Day. Please take a minute to read the US bishops' statement on Labor Day. It includes a reference to our...
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Communications Office / News / Public Health Concerns

Downloadable livestreaming equipment guide for parishes

Overcoming obstacles in livestreaming As the pandemic continues, many Catholics find consolation in being able to participate in Masses remotely, even as they eagerly await the ability to return to celebrating and receiving Holy Communion...

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)

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VOCATIONS

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.

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