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“Leaping Saint” Matthias

“Leaping Saint” Matthias

In 1578, the Gregorian calendar was put into provisional use in most Catholic countries to solve the seasonal problems with the year; however, it caused a liturgical problem–what to do on Leap Year Day? The Catholic Church did not want a saint’s day occurring once...

Ash Wednesday falls on St. Valentine’s Day

Ash Wednesday falls on St. Valentine’s Day

For the first time since 2018, Ash Wednesday, which signifies the beginning of Lent, falls on February 14, the feast day of St. Valentine. You might want to consider going a little heavier on the flowers on Wednesday and indulge in the chocolates on Fat Tuesday...

St. Patrick’s Day Dispensations

St. Patrick’s Day Dispensations

Since the Missouri Legislature is on Spring Break next week, there will be no MCC Weekly Update on Friday. The next MCC Weekly Update will arrive in your inbox on Friday, March 24th. As you celebrate St. Patrick's Day next week, remember that it is a Catholic feast...