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Father Dave Explains 2021 Ash Wednesday Guidelines
How Does a Christian Respond in Time of Social Crisis?
We often struggle to make sense of the craziness that surrounds us right now. I think this article by Fr. Blake Brinton from “Word on Fire” places things in an excellent perspective for us! But we need to remember that once we have gotten our guidance from the Lord,...
Catholic Center Job Opening
The Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau seeks qualified applicants for the exempt full-time position of Director of Development and Properties. Applicant must be a practicing Roman Catholic in good standing with the Church. Qualified individuals need a demonstrated...
The text of His Excellency Bishop Edward Rice’s message to the faithful of Southern Missouri
Dear Clergy, Religious, and Faithful of the Diocese of Springfield-Cape Girardeau, It is with a heavy heart, yet with confidence that this is the correct decision, that I decree that effective at 6 p.m., March 17, 2020, and until further notice, all public...
Ready or not, LENT has begun!
Ready or not, LENT has begun! Even if you missed Ash Wednesday, it is never too late to “Repent and believe in the Gospel…” For those of you looking for an online shot, see some of the following for a jump start to your CyberLent: A Fruitful Lent Begins in the...
Christ Renews His Parish
Holy Week | 2019
This Sunday, Palm Sunday or Passion Sunday, begins a week of renewing our Faith that culminates in a three day blowout we call the Triduum, and EASTER! Even if you have done nothing else for Lent, these three days and Easter Sunday we stand with the whole church and...
St. Joseph
St. Joseph St. Joseph is portrayed in the statue inset onto the smaller altar to your right as you face the sanctuary. Because of his diligence toward Mary and his loving parenting of Jesus, the Catholic Church esteems him. St. Joseph is the patron saint of fathers....
The Catholic Origins of April Fool’s Day
Loved by pranksters but loathed by teachers and those who are easily spooked, we can all agree that April Fool's Day is one of the world's silliest holidays. But did you know that the Catholic Church might have had a hand in cementing it on the calendar? According to...