December 23, 2024

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December 23, 2024

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Celebrating the Birth of our Savior and the Beginning of a Year of Jubilee

Reminder

Chancery holiday schedule

The Chancery office will be closed the following days:
  • Dec. 24, Christmas Eve
  • Dec. 25, Christmas Day
  • Dec. 31, New Years Eve
  • Jan. 1, New Years Day

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Decree Updating Diocesan Policy on Capital Campaigns and Fundraisers in the Stewardship Model

Click here to access the policy related to this decree.

"The Christian faithful are obliged to assist with the needs of the Church so that the Church has what is necessary for divine worship, for the works of the apostolate and of charity, and for the decent support of ministers." CIC can. 222 § 1

"The diocesan bishop is bound to admonish the faithful of the obligation mentioned in canon 222 §1 and in an appropriate manner to urge its observance." CIC can. 1261 §2

On 25 July 2024, I promulgated the policy entitled "Catholic Campaigns and Fundraisers in the Stewardship Model." In the course of utilizing this policy, several issues have come to light which require further clarification in order to better facilitate the practice of the Stewardship way of life in the Diocese of Jefferson City. Now, having evaluated the policy in light of practical experience of its implementation, and having consulted the Diocesan Finance Officer, the Director of Stewardship, and all other interested parties, I now wish to introduce this updated policy on Capital Campaigns and Fundraisers with slight revisions.

I therefore,

Decree

that this policy, now entitled, “Capital Campaigns & Fundraisers in the Stewardship Way of Life” shall be promulgated by being published on the Diocesan website and take effect immediately, all things to the contrary notwithstanding. I furthermore order that a copy of this policy be sent to all concerned parties.

Given at the Chancery in Jefferson City on the 20th day of December in the year of Our Lord 2024. 

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Statement: Fr. Medina sentencing hearing

On December 18, 2024, Fr. Ignazio Medina, a retired priest of the Diocese of Jefferson City, was sentenced to three months in federal prison and to pay a $7,500 fine. 

Fr. Medina had pleaded guilty to federal charges on July 9, 2024, relating to interstate transportation of stolen property. The stolen property belonged to St. Stanislaus Catholic Church, a parish where Fr. Medina served as pastor during the years 2012-2021.

Utilizing accounting protocols established by the diocese, the parish discovered the theft of funds, reported concerns to the diocese and the diocese notified law enforcement. The stolen money was later returned. A full account of the diocesan investigations and church trial regarding Fr. Medina has been previously shared by the diocese and remains available at this link

Fr. Medina continues to be permanently barred from holding any ecclesiastical office and from hearing confessions. He is also forbidden from publicly celebrating or concelebrating Mass without permission from the Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City. 

“I pray that this serves as a sobering reminder that while we measure our actions against the laws of God and our faith, our leaders and institutions are also accountable to the laws of our state and nation,” said Bishop McKnight. “Let us continue to fortify our Church by acting with the highest standards of integrity, transparency and justice in every aspect of our ministry — safeguarding our work so that it reflects both our values and our duty as members of society.”

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¿De dónde surge la idea de que la Navidad es pagana? ¿Por qué afirmamos que es una celebración Cristiana?

¿De dónde surge esta idea? ¿Es en verdad una celebración Cristiana? Acompáñanos en esta charla donde exploraremos la verdad detrás de esta creencia tan popular.

Reminder

Parishes: Send us your Christmas creche

In celebration of Christ's birth, the Diocese of Jefferson City would like to showcase Christmas creches from parishes throughout the diocese. As your parish's Christmas creche becomes completed, please send a photo to Annie Williams at awilliams@diojeffcity.org. Thank you in advance for your participation! Please contact Annie with any questions. 

Reminder

Christmas Special Collection Materials

Spanish versions of the social media graphics, bulletin graphics and flyer are now available at this link!

The diocesan Christmas Special Collection is an opportunity to show our support for our diocesan seminarians and infirm priests. You can help raise awareness about this collection by sharing information in your parish bulletin, in the parish building and on parish social media channels. We’ve compiled a promotional toolkit at this link with ready-to-share graphics and videos highlighting the importance of this collection. 

Within the promotional toolkit, you will find:

  • 8.5″x11″ flyer
  • Bulletin graphic
  • Several social media graphics and videos 
  • Sample text for each graphic/video that you can copy into a social media post

Thank you for your assistance in promoting this important collection!

Coming soon

Preparing for the Jubilee Year of Hope

The Diocese of Jefferson City is preparing for the 2025 Jubilee. This holy year will invite the faithful to embrace the spirit of hope.

The Jubilee Year will provide opportunities to experience grace, including by participating in special Jubilee Masses or joining a pilgrimage.

The diocese has launched a new webpage with information about how we will be celebrating the Jubilee. Click here to learn more: https://diojeffcity.org/jubilee-year/

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Holy Hour for Vocations

All are invited to a Holy Hour for Vocations on December 30 at 4:30 p.m. at the Cathedral of St. Joseph. Please join us in praying that our diocese, parishes, homes and hearts would be fruitful ground for the Lord's gift of vocations. 
 

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Newspaper advertising rate increase

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Conception Abby offers Encountering Christ Retreats

Conception Abby is offering silent Encountering Christ Retreats in 2025. The seminary invites all parishes to use these graphics to help promote this opportunity for spiritual growth.

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Knights of Columbus offers video series

Men and women, young and old, strengthen and grow in your faith for your families with five short videos produced by the Knights of Columbus called the “Mission of The Family.” The videos can be found on the Knights of Columbus website for free!  Here is the link and QR Code to find “The Mission of The Family” videos: https://www.kofc.org/en/campaigns/into-the-breach.html  The five videos are less than 14 minutes in length. 

Pray with us

Bishop McKnight's December Prayer Intention

Bishop McKnight's prayer intention will be published at this link every month for easy access.

For hope to find a home in our hearts as we embrace the joy of Christ’s birth. Amid the jubilation, may we also find time in prayer to experience the calm and peace of God’s presence in our lives.

Para que la esperanza encuentre un hogar en nuestros corazones al abrazar la alegría del nacimiento de Cristo. Que en esta alegría también encontremos tiempo en oración para experimentar la calma y la paz de la presencia de Dios en nuestras vidas.

Bishop McKnight's January Prayer Intention

Bishop McKnight's prayer intention will be published at this link every month for easy access.

For our civic leaders, that they may be guided by wisdom and integrity in their decisions. May they seek the common good, foster unity in our communities, and lead with compassion and justice.

Por nuestros líderes cívicos, para que sean guiados por la sabiduría y la integridad en sus decisiones. Que busquen el bien común, fomenten la unidad en nuestras comunidades y lideren con compasión y justicia.

Upcoming events for bulletins, social media, etc.

Diocesan Events

Winter Ministry On The Move Posters Page 1

Ministry on the Move! (Women's Ministry)

Jan. 31 - Feb. 3
(at various locations)

Note: the following lists populate events for the current week. To view all upcoming events, please click "View all events on our diocesan calendar" below.

Parish Events

Seasons of Hope Grief Support Group

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February 6
Crucifix, Bible

Mid Missouri Cursillo Ultreya (Boonville)

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February 6 @ 6:15 pm - 8:00 pm CST
Crucifix, Bible

Centering Prayer (Jefferson City)

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February 7 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

Pre-Lenten Fish Fry (Drive-thru only) (Westphalia)

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February 7 @ 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm CST

Men’s Breakfast (Rhineland)

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February 9 @ 7:00 am - 11:00 am CST
Pancakes, Food

Westphalia Lions Breakfast

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February 9 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm CST

Divorced Catholic Group (Jefferson City)

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February 11 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CST

To Christ, Through Mary: Engaging the Spiritual-But-Not-Religious With Love (Laurie)

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February 12 @ 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm CST

Seasons of Hope Grief Support Group

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February 13
Crucifix, Bible

Centering Prayer (Jefferson City)

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February 14 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

Jefferson City Marriage Encounter (Jefferson City)

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February 15 - February 16

Sacred Music Listening Session (Shelbina)

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February 15 @ 10:30 am - 12:00 pm CST

K of C all-you-can-eat breakfast (St. Anthony)

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February 16 @ 7:30 am - 11:30 am CST

Sacred Music Listening Session (Columbia)

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February 16 @ 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm CST

Sacred Music Listening Session (Westphalia)

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February 18 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CST

Seasons of Hope Grief Support Group

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February 20

Blood Drive (Meta)

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February 20 @ 2:00 pm - 6:00 pm CST

Sacred Music Listening Session (Kirksville)

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February 20 @ 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm CST

Discernment Retreat for Single Women (St. Louis)

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February 21 - February 23
Crucifix, Bible

Centering Prayer (Jefferson City)

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February 21 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm CST

Eventos en Español

St. Vincent de Paul 46th Annual Ham & Bean Dinner (Sedalia)

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February 22 @ 11:00 am - 6:00 pm CST

Employment Opportunities

Substitute Teacher, Immaculate Heart of Mary Child Development Center (Jefferson City)

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Part-time Secretary, Annunciation Parish (California, MO)

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Director of Service and Justice, St. Thomas More Newman Center Parish (Columbia)

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Communications Coordinator, St. Peter Parish (Jefferson City)

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Director of Pastoral Liturgy, Diocese of Jefferson City (Jefferson City)

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Catholic Tribunal Judge, Diocese of Jefferson City (Jefferson City)

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Accountant, Diocese of Jefferson City (Jefferson City)

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Children’s Choir Director, Cathedral of St. Joseph (Jefferson City)

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Executive Director, Mothers’ Shrine (Laurie)

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Programs Assistant; The National Shrine of Mary, Mother of the Church (Laurie)

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