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.

Springfield Catholic High School

All men of the diocese are invited!

Join us for the 6th Annual Catholic Men’s Conference—a day of inspiration and brotherhood. Keynote speaker John Edwards will share his powerful testimony and insights on building authentic friendships to strengthen our parish communities.

The day begins at 8:00 AM with Holy Mass celebrated by Bishop Edward Rice. Don’t miss the launch of this transformative new movement!

General Meeting, March 6th, Immaculate Conception

Registration is at 9:00am (includes Brunch)

Deanery Business Meeting at 9:30am

Mass at 11:00am, Lunch at 12:00pm

The Children’s Choir will sing at 1:00pm

The day Also includes 50/50 Raffle

and Silent Auction

All the women of SEAS Parish are invited and encouraged to attend this meeting, where you will meet women from 13 other parishes in our Deanery. This is an exciting time to bring a community of women together. Hope to see you there!

CMR Retreat Center, Carthage

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.

St. Agnes, Springfield, MO

Come, let us Adore - The Benedictine Sisters of Perpetual Adoration invite single women, ages 18 - 40 who are considering religious life, to a Monastic Experience March 8-13, 2025, at their monastery in Clyde, Missouri.

It’s a chance to experience the daily rhythm of monastic life where participants can join the Sisters in praying the divine office, attending daily Mass, spending time in personal prayer and opening their hearts to God's call by learning about discernment and prayer. There is no cost to attend.

Vietnamese Martyrs Retreat Center

Carthage, MO

It’s not too early to begin planning for the Women’s Cursillo Retreat coming up in March, 2025. During this three-day retreat you will work together as you listen to talks given by priests and laity. There will be daily Mass, time for meditation, The Way of the Cross, rosary and reconciliation. For more information, please contact:

Joy Steffes at joy_steffes@yahoo.com

Mary Williams at maryw8059@gmail.com

For 7th-12th Grade Youth

West Plains Civic Center, West Plains, MO

All youth currently enrolled in 7th-12 grade are invited to participate in a weekend filled with dynamic speakers and musicians, powerful prayer and liturgy opportunities, and fun activities to interact with Catholic youth from across the diocese!

*Youth will register to attend with a parent or with adult chaperones from their parish.

REGISTRATION OPENS NOVEMBER 11.

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.

 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.

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