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Archbishop McKnight reflects on his years leading the Diocese of Jefferson City
One thing he knows he’ll miss about the Jefferson City Diocese is that it’s small enough for him to be more present to the people.
Parents set the tone for the faith in Shawn McKnight’s formative years
Shawn loved to go trout fishing with his uncles, one of whom lives in Montana.
Responding to the call
“If God is calling you, he does provide.”
Colleagues describe a leader with a brilliant mind but a shepherd’s heart
“You have a good man coming to your diocese.”
Listening, coresponsibility, and focus on mission characterize archbishop’s leadership style
“He wants to make sure that as many voices as possible are heard.”
Deacons feel ‘seen’ by Archbishop McKnight
Just ask the best-known deacons in America.
New archbishop has a missionary heart, say priests of former diocese
He has a missionary spirit.
Former colleagues remember a thinker — and a doer
“He will take the heat in making a decision, especially if it’s unpopular.”
Sacred art, saints and devotions guide the new archbishop’s spiritual life
“We are starting to etch into the very walls of our churches the devotion and the faith of the people today.”