Deacon Paul Sappington with his parents and siblings at his ordination to the transitional diaconate in Rome on September 30, 2021. Photo courtesy Sappington family/seminarian moms. |
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Deacon Paul Sappington to be ordained to the Priesthood in KCSJ on June 25
When asked about his hopes or dreams as a priest, Paul said, “I do not have any career goals or aspirations in that sense as a priest. I hope to continually give my life over to God to be his instrument in bringing people into his kingdom. Whatever way God wills for that to take place, I hope to be available.”
The public is invited to attend as Deacon Paul is ordained a priest at 10 a.m., June 25, 2022, at the Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception.
Subsequent to his June 25 ordination to the Priesthood, Bishop Johnston has made the following assignment effective July 1, 2022:
Rev. Mr. Paul Sappington is appointed Chaplain to St. Michael the Archangel High School, Lee’s Summit, with residence at St. Thomas More Parish Rectory, and will assist with parochial liturgies on Sundays at St. Thomas More and St. Catherine of Siena Parishes, Kansas City.
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St. Louis Parish celebrates its final Mass on Sunday, June 26
Following a nine month pastoral planning effort in partnership with parish leaders and parishioners in deaneries 1, 2 and 11, it was determined that St. Louis Parish in Kansas City will close on June 30, 2022 and merge with St. Therese Little Flower Parish. Bishop Johnston will celebrate the final Mass at St. Louis Parish on Sunday, June 26 at 10 a.m. followed by a reception in the parish hall. All are welcome to attend.
St. Louis Catholic Church
5930 Swope Pkwy.
Kansas City, MO 64130
RSVP: 816-444-6535
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Learn more about the Pastoral Plan for Deaneries 1, 2 and 11 at kcsjcatholic.org
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Bishop Johnston marks 20th anniversary of Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People
In his role as chair of the USCCB's Committee for the Protection of Children and Young People, Bishop Johnston shared his thoughts last week on the occasion of the 20th anniversary of the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People:
"It was two decades ago that the U.S. bishops gathered in Dallas to draft a comprehensive set of child protection standards that became the Charter for the Protection of Children and Young People.
I am most grateful for the engagement of survivors who have shared their painful experiences with us and have allowed us to walk with them in their journey towards healing as we strive to create a culture of protection and healing, and continuous improvement."
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Our Sunday Visitor chronicles the first 20 years for the Charter
"Victim-survivors of sexual abuse by priests, child protection professionals like Deacon Nojadera and bishops say the charter undoubtedly made the Catholic Church in the United States safer for children and other vulnerable people, and it offered a path to begin to address the harm suffered by those already hurt.
"But what might be the most significant change, according to victim-survivors, is the creation of safe environment programs ... — all with the goal of stopping abuse before it starts.
“'The single most important change of all were the articles that were enacted at great financial cost to the Church,' said Teresa Pitt Green, a victim-survivor of sexual abuse by a priest when she was a child. 'A child protection program was put in place that is a leader in the world. U.S. Catholics need to take a breath and say, ‘wow.'”
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Introducing our diocese's newest deacons
Sixteen men of the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph were ordained to the Permanent Diaconate June 18 at St. James Church in Liberty.
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Feast of Corpus Christi processions June 18 - 19 |
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On Saturday, June 18, a Eucharistic procession took place in St. Joseph to commemorate the Feast of Corpus Christi. The Blessed Sacrament traveled from the Cathedral of St. Joseph to the Shrine of the Immaculate Conception before returning to the Cathedral. Photos by Megan Marley. |
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On Sunday, June 19, a Eucharistic procession took place on the Feast of Corpus Christi in Kansas City. The Blessed Sacrament traveled from Our Lady of Good Counsel Parish to Guardian Angels Parish in Westport. Photos by Megan Marley.
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National Eucharistic Revival | How to participate
The Bishops of the United States are calling for a three-year grassroots revival of devotion and belief in the Real Presence of Jesus in the Eucharist. The three-year initiative will culminate in the first National Eucharistic Congress in the United States in almost fifty years, where almost a hundred thousand Catholics will join together in Indianapolis for a once-in-a-lifetime pilgrimage toward the “source and summit” of our Catholic faith.
Upcoming diocesan events:
Attend Adoration
2022 Eucharistic Congress
The 4th Annual "In His Real Presence" Eucharistic Congress will take place on Saturday, September 10 from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m., at St. James Parish in Liberty.
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Preliminary application for MOScholars now available online
MOScholars is a true 'game-changer' for families and students in our diocese, making a quality Catholic education more accessible than ever before.
What's more, donors are able to receive special tax credits for their donations. We encourage you to learn more about this incredible opportunity.
Read more from Bishop Johnston and the Bright Futures Fund:
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Continue to pray for Dobbs |Resources for a post-decision world
A decision on the U.S. Supreme Court case, Dobbs v. Jackson Women's Health is expected to be announced very soon.
Please take advantage of the resources provided by the USCCB, KCSJ Respect Life Office, Office of Communications and Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph, to help our parishes and parishioners understand and respond in a post-decision world.
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June prayer intention | Pope Francis
We pray for Christian families around the world; may they embody and experience unconditional love and advance in holiness in their daily lives.
June prayer intention | Bishop Johnston
For consecrated women religious, especially those in our diocese; that they be blessed with the grace of the Holy Spirit and new vocations.
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Kimberly Huss, principal at Bishop LeBlond High School in St. Joseph, poses with her friend, Pat Burbach at her retirement celebration on June 14. Photo by Megan Marley. |
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Pat Burbach retires
Members of the diocesan Catholic school community, Chancery staff, family and friends gathered on June 14, at St. James Parish in Liberty to honor Pat Burbach's service and legacy as she retires from her role as Assistant Superintendent of Diocesan Catholic Schools. Bishop Johnston celebrated Mass and many gathered for a reception immediately after to wish Pat the best in the next phase of her life.
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St. Thomas More | June 22
“You must not abandon the ship in a storm because you cannot control the winds ….What you cannot turn to good, you must at least make as little bad as you can.” — Utopia, by Saint Thomas More
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Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus | June 24
“May the Most Holy, Most Sacred, Most Adorable, Most Incomprehensible and Unutterable name of God be always praised, blessed, loved, adored and glorified, in heaven, on earth and under the earth, by all creatures of God, and by the Sacred Heart of our Lord Jesus Christ, in the Most Holy Sacrament of the altar. Amen.”
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St. Aloysius, Maysville. Photo by Megan Marley. |
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Proper Solemnities| June 20 - 26
Parish titles
St. Aloysius, Maysville (June 21)
St. Thomas More (June 22)
Immaculate Heart of Mary, Princeton and Mary Immaculate, Gallatin (June 25)
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St. John Francis Regis Parish announces first annual St. Regis Cup men's soccer tourney
Attention clergy and lay people in the diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph: Gather your friends and fellow parishioners and form your team to compete in the first annual St. Regis Cup men's soccer tournament. The goal is to unite parish communities in a friendly way and have the opportunity to play, pray, and know each other more deeply.
July 17 & 24 and August 7 & 14
Teams will play in three different age groups:
Adults 18+
Teens 12-17
Kids 7-11
Games will be played by elimination depending on the number of parishes registered until there is a champion. Game times will depend on the teams schedules.
Trophies will be given to the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd places!
(P.S. -women's soccer tournament is coming up soon)
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We return to the site of our first evening out at Torn Label Brewing. In addition to their already great beer, they have a really great a fine food menu. Come ready for both seriously good seasonal food offerings on top of an already stellar beer list.
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Upcoming Events
Priestly Ordination of Dcn. Paul Sappington | June 25 | 10 a.m.
Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception, Kansas City
White House Retreat for U.S. Veterans | June 30 - July 3
Tour of the Relics of St. Bernadette | June 30 - July 3
This nationwide tour will make a stop at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church in Leawood, Kansas.
School of Love Family Night | July 2 | 6 - 7 p.m.
Quarterly gathering for the whole family. Friends, fun, food, & a beautifully wild family rosary from SL’s family prayer program, Pier.
Responding to Relativism | July 8 - 10
Christ’s Peace House of Prayer, 22131 Meager Rd., Easton, KS
$170 Single/$250 Couple or Single Guest Rooms: $100 (Meals Included).
To attend, fill out the Reservation Form at christspeace.com or call 913.773.8255.
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