Archive for January 2019
Ending the culture of clericalism
By Bishop W. Shawn McKnight Click here to see a video of Bishop McKnight and Chancery staff members leading a Rosary for healing and protection for people affected by sexual abuse. At the conclusion of the retreat earlier this month convoked by our Holy Father, Pope Francis, for the bishops of the United States in light…
Read MoreFr. Tolton Catholic HS receives million-dollar gift
COLUMBIA — Bishop Shawn McKnight, bishop of the Diocese of Jefferson City, announced Jan. 22, 2019, that an anonymous donor has given one million dollars to Fr. Tolton Catholic High School to assist in its debt relief. The donor’s intention is that the gift will inspire other friends of the school to support the school’s…
Read MoreThe dignity of human life and the observance of Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
Bishop Shawn McKnight Last week I celebrated Mass at the Cathedral of St. Joseph with pilgrims from our diocese as they began their trip for the March for Life. I told them I was proud of them for their enthusiasm to witness the beauty of our Catholic faith as seen in our profound respect for…
Read MoreSedalia’s Sacred Heart Catholic School to benefit from million dollar gift to Diocese
SEDALIA – Sacred Heart Catholic School will benefit from an anonymous donation of one million dollars to be used in tuition assistance. Bishop Shawn McKnight made the announcement Jan. 18, 2019 at a Mass at Sacred Heart Parish. “This endowment, given to the Diocese of Jefferson City, will enable families in Sedalia to provide an…
Read MoreFather Mark Porterfield placed on administrative leave
JEFFERSON CITY — The Diocese of Jefferson City has received an allegation of inappropriate behavior by Father Mark Porterfield, pastor of St. Martin Parish and judicial vicar for the diocese. While the allegation does not involve a minor, it does fall within the protocol of the diocese for clergy conduct and requires further consultation and investigation.…
Read MorePart-time relief house parents
St. Nicholas Academy (SNA), a Federated Agency of Catholic Charities of Central and Northern Missouri, is seeking a Catholic, married couple to be part-time relief parents. SNA, a year-round boarding school in Jefferson City, MO, partners with families of lower income to provide quality education for boys. The role of relief parents is the care…
Read MoreFifteen points for a holy wedding
The engaged couple are to contact the priest and parish at least six months prior to their desired wedding date. Weddings during the regularly scheduled Sunday Masses are legitimate. This encourages greater participation in this sacrament by both the invited guests and the local community. Regarding the selection of chants, no. 30 of the Introduction…
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