Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas
Recent News About Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas
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Decree Amalgamating Mission of Immaculate Heart of Mary, Princeton to Saint Joseph Parish, Trenton
Bishop John Hogan, in his book On the Mission, recalled the history of the Mission of Immaculate Heart of Mary in Princeton, stating, "In 1886 a small group of Catholics led by Mr. and Mrs. John Finn, constructed a church 26’ x 36’ in the town of Princeton."Over the years, the Mission faced challenges, as highlighted in the article, "From later years down to 1970 Catholics living in Princeton found that the closest place for Mass was in Cainsville. For some, attending Mass represented a round trip of 100 miles." However, efforts were made to bring Mass closer to the...
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St. Cyril Parish, Sugar Creek to St. Mary Parish, Independence Amalgamation
In a recent decree issued by the Diocese of Kansas City – St. Joseph, it was announced that St. Cyril Parish in Sugar Creek will be amalgamated with St. Mary Parish in Independence. The decision comes after a thorough examination process addressing various aspects of parish life and the need for consolidation.The history of St. Cyril Parish dates back to the early 1900s when families of Croatian and Slovakian descent were transferred to Sugar Creek by the Standard Oil Company of Indiana. Over the years, the parish witnessed significant milestones, including the...
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Seven Dolors Parish Amalgamated with Saint Joseph Parish Following Hierarchical Recourse
The recent amalgamation of Seven Dolors Parish in Hurlingen with Saint Joseph Parish in Easton has been a subject of hierarchical recourse and subsequent confirmation. Lazzaro Cardinal You Heung sik, Prefect of the Dicastery for the Clergy, issued a decree rejecting the petition for hierarchical recourse against the amalgamation.In a decree dated December 4, 2023, Cardinal You Heung sik affirmed the decision to merge Seven Dolors Parish with Saint Joseph Parish, stating that the petition for hierarchical recourse "has no foundation in law or in fact." The decree further...
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Update on Clergy Assignments in St. Joseph and Kansas City
In the latest clergy assignment updates released by Bishop Johnston, several changes have been made to the priests' responsibilities in St. Joseph and Kansas City. According to the announcement, Fr. Stephen Hansen concluded his assignment as Interim President of St. Joseph Academy but will retain his assignments at St. Joseph Cathedral, St. Mary, and Our Lady of Guadalupe Parishes in St. Joseph.Fr. Benjamin Armentrout has been assigned to offer the 1962 Roman Missal Mass on Sundays at St. James Parish in St. Joseph starting January 1, 2024. He will also provide...
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Amalgamation of St. Benedict Mission and St. Paul the Apostle Parish
The history of St. Benedict Mission in Burlington Junction, dating back to 1880, has been one of growth and change over the decades. The mission, initially established as a small Mass station by Benedictine monks, has seen various developments in its church buildings and community engagement. As stated in a historical account found at Conception Abbey, there has been some dispute over the church's original dedication, with differing opinions on whether it was dedicated to St. Placid or St. Benedict.Before having their own church building, the Catholic families in the area...