Archive for December 2022
Mourning the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
We now mourn the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, a wise shepherd who dedicated his life to Christ and the mission of the Church. As we reflect on his impact on our world and our Church, the Diocese of Jefferson City joins Pope Francis and Catholics across the globe in prayer for our former pope.
Read MoreAhora estamos de luto por la muerte del Papa Emérito Benedicto XVI
Ahora estamos de luto por la muerte del Papa Emérito Benedicto XVI, un pastor sabio que dedicó su vida a Cristo y a la misión de la Iglesia. Al reflexionar…
Read MoreDiocesan plans for mourning the death of Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI
The following is a letter from the Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City: Our Diocese has begun to plan for how we will mark the death of…
Read MoreMemorial Mass for Mary Elizabeth Schaffer, the mother of Bishop McKnight
A public memorial Mass will be held for Mary Elizabeth (O’Reilly) Schaffer at 10:30 a.m. on Friday, January 20, 2023 at St. Andrew Parish in Holt Summit. Mrs. Schaffer, the…
Read More26 December 2022
We hope everyone had a joy-filled Christmas! The Chancery will be closed on Friday, Dec. 30 and Monday Jan. 2 for the upcoming New Year’s holiday. Learn more about what’s coming in 2023 in today’s Monday Morning Memo.
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Read More19 December 2022
In our latest podcast, we answer questions about Christmas from our Catholic school students — the link to the podcast is included in this week’s Monday Morning Memo. As a reminder, the Chancery will be closed on Friday, December 23, and Monday, December 26, for the Christmas holiday.
Read MoreCatholic elementary schools score high in national testing
Catholic elementary students in the Diocese of Jefferson City have collectively scored above national averages in every grade level according to this year’s standardized test results. In October, the Iowa…
Read MoreMay the light of God’s grace shine brightly this Christmas
English: English: I pray that this Christmas season is a time of peace and joy for you, as we celebrate the birth of our savior — when the light of…
Read More12 December 2022
Join us in prayer for Mary Elizabeth Schaffer, the mother of Bishop McKnight, who died on December 8. This Monday Morning Memo also has information about recent official appointments, links to the latest Catholic Missourian stories and much more.
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