St. Thomas the Apostle Church

06/07/2026

6/7/2026

06/07/2026

A LETTER FROM BISHOP RALPH B. O'DONNELL NOTING THE 140th ANNIVERSARY OF THE KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS

Dear Parishioners,

I extend my personal invitation to all Catholic men, 18 years of age or older, to join the Knights of Columbus.

It is a Catholic organization founded by Father Michael McGivney over 140 years ago in Connecticut.

The members adhere to the teachings of the Church and embrace the great principles of Charity, Unity, Fraternity and Patriotism that guide their relationships with God, their family, the Church and society.

For the Knights, commitment to family and personal responsibilities come first, followed by support for their parish, local community and the diocese.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and the Sacraments, along with devotion to the Blessed Mother and Saints are essential components in their life that strengthen their faith and commitment to serve.

A new initiative for the Knights is called Cor, which is a flexible framework of prayer, small group formation and fraternity that helps focus men on Jesus through building Christ-centered brotherhood.

The various activities of the organization help support the members to fulfill their Christian responsibilities.

The Knights involve themselves with the youth, the elderly and other members of the parish through their participation in the various ministries, events and programs.

The Knights do many other good works that enhance the common good through their prayers, charity and service to the poor and the most vulnerable.

I, myself, am a Knight of Columbus and have witnessed the impact of this Catholic organization on their families, our diocese in particular, and in our society.

The Knights have been strong partners of the priests in the mission of evangelization and are always ready to respond generously when their bishop or pastor request their assistance.

Their support for the sanctity and dignity of human life, for vocations to the Priesthood, Religious Life and seminarians has been a significant contribution to the work of our Church.

I encourage all Catholic men to consider becoming a member of the Knights of Columbus.

Our world needs more Catholic gentlemen who can witness to others how to be a good father, a loving husband, a devout Catholic and an active member of the Church.

For more information, visit and talk to a member of the Knights of Columbus or for further inquiry you can access membership at kofc.org and join online for free using the promo code BLESSEDMCGIVNEY.

Sincerely yours in Christ,

Most Reverend Ralph B. O’Donnell, Bishop of Jefferson City

06/07/2026

Today we celebrate Bishop Ralph B. O’Donnell on the 29th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood.

For nearly three decades, Bishop O’Donnell has faithfully served God and His people with dedication, humility, and a deep love for the Church. His ministry continues to inspire and guide so many across our communities.

Please join us in offering prayers of gratitude for his vocation and in asking God to continue to bless him in his priestly service.

Congratulations, Bishop O’Donnell, and thank you for your faithful witness.

06/06/2026

06/04/2026

🎉 St. Thomas Fest is Back! 🎉

Join us as we celebrate the Feast Day of St. Thomas the Apostle with an evening of faith, fellowship, food, and family fun!

📅 July 11
⛪ Mass at 5:00 PM
🌭 Hotdogs, burgers, chips, water & lemonade provided
🏰 Bounce house for the kids

Please RSVP by July 4 by scanning the QR code on the flyer or visiting:

www.stthomasapostle.net/bbq-feast-day-7-11-26.html

06/01/2026

As our nation prepares to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops are inviting Catholics to join in 250 hours of Adoration and 250 works of mercy leading up to July 4.

Parishes, families, and individuals are encouraged to pray for healing, unity, and renewal as the United States prepares for the June 11 consecration to the Sacred Heart of Jesus.

You can participate through Holy Hours, volunteering, supporting local charities, helping families in need, tutoring children, serving at shelters, and more.

05/31/2026

St Thomas the Apostle Mass 05/31/2026

05/19/2026

All the faithful of the Diocese of Jefferson City are invited to join us for the Ordination of Deacon Jacob Hartman to the Priesthood at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 6, at Cathedral of St. Joseph in Jefferson City.

As we celebrate this joyful moment in the life of our diocese, we ask those planning to attend to RSVP as soon as possible, as seating is limited and may fill quickly.

Reserve your seat here: https://diojeffcity.org/ordination-2026/