Posts by Helen Osman
National search announced for new president of Fr. Tolton Catholic High School, Columbia
COLUMBIA — Bishop Shawn McKnight, bishop of the Diocese of Jefferson City, announced today a national search for the next president of Fr. Tolton Catholic High School. The school, which…
Read MoreAd limina: an opportunity to cross a threshold
By Bishop Shawn McKnight Next January, I will be making a special trip to Rome, along with other bishops from Missouri and some adjoining states. We have been invited to…
Read MoreLeadership Roundtable
Dear Friends in Christ and Partners in Ministry, Bishop McKnight has, in consultation with both lay and ordained diocesan leaders, decided that the time is right for us to get…
Read MoreEnding 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.…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
Read MoreDiocese of Jefferson City updates list of credibly accused clergy; adds two names, changes status of one priest
JEFFERSON CITY – Catholics in the Diocese of Jefferson City have received an updated list of 35 priests and religious brothers credibly accused and/or removed from ministry in the diocese. The…
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