Diocese of Jefferson City Podcast

Finding Hope Through Stewardship

Celebrating 120 years of SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City

On October 18, the community will gather to celebrate 120 years of service at SSM Health St. Mary's Hospital - Jefferson City. In this episode, we trace the history of the hospital. We also discuss the Catholic spirit th

The Bishops of Jefferson City

In this episode, Msgr. Robert Kurwicki, Diocesan Administrator, retraces the history of the Diocese of Jefferson City by reflecting on the leadership and legacy of our previous four bishops. Remembering our past helps pr

Catholic schools make good things happen

School is starting soon in the Diocese of Jefferson City. In this podcast, learn about our school system and the unique relationship our schools have with our parishes. This episode includes insights from Diocesan Admini

Our experience as Pilgrims of Hope

We are now roughly halfway into our Jubilee year, a time when we are called to be Pilgrims of Hope. In this episode, we highlight a group of young people who recently took that concept literally by spending their spring

What's so special about the Chrism Mass?

In this mini-episode, Bishop W. Shawn McKnight describes how the Chrism Mass is unlike any other Mass of the year. He also invites you to join us at 3 p.m. on April 15, 2025, to celebrate this liturgy with us at the Cath

The Church and Immigration

There have been many stories in the national media recently about our Church and its role in immigration into the United States. For this episode, we explore this topic from the perspective of what's happening here in th

Special Episode 2: Sacred Music Consultation — Insights from the Experts

The Diocese of Jefferson City is embarking on a Sacred Music Consultation — a time to reflect on the music of our Catholic liturgies. In this podcast episode, we reflect on the core questions we face in this Sacred Music

Special Episode 1: Sacred Music Consultation — Insights from the Experts

The Diocese of Jefferson City is embarking on a Sacred Music Consultation — a time to reflect on the music of our Catholic liturgies. In this podcast episode, we reflect on the core questions we face in this Sacred Music

Meet Fr. Christopher Hoffmann

Earlier this year, Christopher Hoffmann was ordained a priest of the Diocese of Jefferson City. In this episode, we introduce Fr. Hoffmann as he begins his priestly service in our diocese. Learn about how he began to hea

Talking about Stewardship — Service

This podcast episode focuses on service. It's the final in a new four-part series about the four pillars of Catholic stewardship. In this series, we hear from clergy and lay people from across our diocese about what it m

Talking about Stewardship — Formation

This podcast episode focuses on formation. It's the third in a new four-part series about the four pillars of Catholic stewardship. In this series, we hear from clergy and lay people from across our diocese about what it

Talking About Stewardship — Prayer

This podcast episode focuses on prayer. It's the second in a new four-part series about the four pillars of Catholic stewardship. In this series, we hear from clergy and lay people from across our diocese about what it m

Talking About Stewardship — Hospitality

This podcast episode focuses on hospitality. It's the first in a new four-part series about the four pillars of Catholic stewardship. In this series, we hear from clergy and lay people from across our diocese about what

Understanding Amendment 3

On Nov. 5, Missourians will vote on Amendment 3, which would legalize abortion in our state. In this episode, we explore what's contained in Amendment 3 and what it would mean for women and unborn children in Missouri. T

A Greater Focus on Being

This Easter, the Diocese of Jefferson City will have a special collection to benefit retired priests and religious. This important collection helps us give back to those who have dedicated their lives to sharing the good

Understanding Fiducia Supplicans

On December 18, the Holy See’s Dicastery for the Doctrine of the Faith published a declaration called Fiducia Supplicans. This document is related to blessings — and it has attracted much attention for how it describes b

Supporting our Seminarians and Infirm Priests

As we celebrate Christmas this year, parishes across our diocese will hold a special collection to support seminarian education and infirm priests in our diocese. These are both very important needs, and we thank everyon

At a Time of Conflict, How We Can Spread Peace

As our world endures a time of conflict and war, how can we — as Catholics — help to bring about peace? The Most Reverend W. Shawn McKnight, Bishop of Jefferson City, recently participated in a peace forum in Korea and J

The Four Pillars of Stewardship — Service

Service is a public expression of our faith. It’s how we express our belief in God and live out Jesus’s teachings. In this month’s podcast, we conclude our discussion with Fr. Stephen Jones about the Four Pillars of Stew