Pope Francis opened the Holy Door at St. Peter’s Basilica, marking the start of the 2025 Jubilee Year, a time of grace and renewal. Celebrated every 25 years, Jubilee Years feature pilgrimages, Masses, Reconciliation, and indulgences, emphasizing mercy and works of charity.

As Catholics, we are called to recognize the dignity of every person, regardless of citizenship or country of origin. Bishop Rice reflects on our shared humanity, the Church’s teachings, and the need for compassion in immigration policy.

The Diocese of Springfield-Cape

Girardeau’s Office of Youth Ministry is asking for young Catholic adults (ages 18-25), who are passionate about sharing their Catholic faith, to apply to be Totus Tuus missionaries next summer (2025).

Every year, Totus Tuus missionaries travel all over the diocese to spread the love of God with the youth they encounter. If you’re looking for fulfilling ways to spend your summer in service to Christ and His Church, please consider discerning Totus Tuus.

For questions or more info about the role of a Totus Tuus missionary, contact: Simon Elfrink at selfrink@dioscg.org or 417.866.0841.

June 8-13 Portageville & West Plains

June 15-20 New Hamburg & Mountain Grove

June 22-27 Ozark & Monett

July 6-13 Glennonville & Aurora

July 13-18 Fredericktown & Carthage

July 20-25 Leopold & Neosho

8:30AM-2:30PM

St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, Springfield

We have chosen to partner with John Edwards to conduct a Diocesan Men’s Leadership Summit. John was a speaker at Catholic Man Night in Kelso last year and for our recent Catholic Men’s Conference in Springfield. He is returning to our diocese to inspire and train men who are leaders in our parishes to bring other men together in brotherhood on a regular basis.

St. Agnes Cathedral

Monday, April 14th, 7:00pm

All are invited to attend the Chrism Mass at St. Agnes Cathedral

on Monday, April 14th, at 7:00 pm. During this Mass the sacred

oils will be blessed by Bishop Rice for use by the priests in 2025.

CATHOLIC WOMEN’S

66TH ANNUAL SPRING ASSEMBLY

From East to West, all Catholic women are invited to attend the 66th Annual Spring Assembly sponsored by the Diocese Council of Catholic Women (DCCW) on Friday & Saturday, April 25th/26th, at the Double Tree Hotel and Conference Center, 2431 N Glenstone Ave, Springfield, MO.

Join us at the Missouri State Capitol in Jefferson City to stand for life and show that while abortion may be legal, it is not wanted in our state.

Trivia Night – Saturday, May 3

Join us for Sacred Heart’s Annual Trivia Night on Saturday, May 3, 2025!

Food starts at 5 PM – Hot dogs, hamburgers, chips, drinks & dessert included

Trivia starts at 6 PM – $15 per person (8 per table)

Proceeds benefit the PSR program and Lector Workbooks

Reserve your table today! Call the Parish Office at 417-869-3646.

 Youth Awards Ceremony: Voice for Life and Youth Adventure Programs

St. Agnes, Springfield

Drury Plaza - Cape Girardeau

Worldwide Marriage Encounter helps couples rediscover connection through a focused weekend away from daily distractions. Emphasizing communication, the program strengthens the bond between spouses, rekindling friendship and love in marriage.

SAVE THE DATES!

Worldwide Marriage Encounter helps couples rediscover connection through a focused weekend away from daily distractions. Emphasizing communication, the program strengthens the bond between spouses, rekindling friendship and love in marriage.

CRM Retreat Center, Carthage

Pinecrest Center, Fredericktown

Pinecrest Center, Fredericktown