Upcoming Events
Parish Calendar
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SEAS Ministry Schedule
Weather Closures
If SEAS School is closed due to bad weather, the Parish Office and all events (meetings, PSR, RCIA, etc.) are also canceled. Mass is never canceled, but safety comes first—use your best judgment on icy or snowy roads. Stay safe!
List of Services
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January 31-February 7 Celebrate Catholic Schools Week.
United in Faith and Community
Catholic Schools Week is a time to celebrate the gift of Catholic education and the vital role our schools play in forming young people in faith, knowledge, and service. Throughout the week of January 31st, we give thanks for our dedicated teachers and staff, supportive families, and the students who strive each day to grow in wisdom and love of God. Please keep our Catholic schools in your prayers and join us in celebrating this joyful week of faith, learning, and community.
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January 31/February 1 Knights of Columbus Food Drive
The Knights of Columbus Council 698 will have a Food for Families Drive at all weekend Masses next Saturday & Sunday, January 31/February 1. A pick-up truck will be located under the canopy and all parishioners are asked to bring non-perishable items such as canned tuna, chicken, beef stew, peanut butter, pancake syrup, etc. Cash donations will also be accepted. Thank you.
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February 1 1st Communion Special Session & Parent Meeting
For ALL preparing to receive this sacrament at SEAS (PSR, Catholic School & home schooled): Plan to attend on Sunday, February 1, 10:10-11:10am if you were unable to attend the Wednesday, January 21 meeting.
Parents: Check your children into Conference Room 1975 (formerly PSR Room 5) for the Special Session, then head to the parent meeting in the Adult Ed Room. This Special Session & Parent Meeting are required.
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January 31/February 1 Blessing of Candles & Throats
We will observe the feasts of Candlemas (Monday, February 2nd) and St. Blaise (Tuesday, February 3rd) during the weekend Masses of January 31st and February 1st. Candles will be blessed and available to parishioners for use in your homes throughout the year during your personal and family prayer time.
In honor of St. Blaise, patron saint of those who suffer from ailments of the throat, Fr. Kiefer will offer the blessing of throats following all Masses next weekend.
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February 1 Springfield Catholic Schools Enrollment
2026-2027 Student Registration
February 1st—Open Enrollment for New Families
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February 2 World Day for Consecrated Life
Masses at 6:30 & 8:30am
On this special day set aside to give thanks for the gift of consecrated life, I want to also take this opportunity to ask our parishioners to pray especially for an increase in vocations, that many more may hear and respond generously to God’s call to become religious sisters, brothers and priests. ~ Fr. Tom
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February 2 Presentation of the Lord
Masses at 6:30 & 8:30am
This Monday, February 2nd, we celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, a beautiful reminder of Mary and Joseph presenting the infant Jesus in the Temple, fulfilling the law and offering Him to God. This feast is also known as Candlemas, symbolizing Christ as the Light of the World, foretold by Simeon as “a light for revelation to the Gentiles.”
We invite you to join us in prayer and worship as we reflect on our own call to present our lives to the Lord and to carry Christ’s light into the world through faith, service, and love.
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February 5 Fr. Mike's Memorial Mass
6:30 PM
Reception with light refreshments to follow.
Parishioners will be asked to provide cookies.
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February 7 Men's Club Mass & Breakfast
All are invited and welcome to join the Men’s Club for first Saturday Mass on February 7, at 8:30 am. It’s a wonderful opportunity to pray for the many needs in our country and the world, and then enjoy a delicious breakfast and some social time afterward.
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February 7 & 8 First Communion Enrollment
At all the Masses. We ask that all children preparing for this Sacrament attend one of our Masses here at SEAS and sign the enrollment book during Mass as well as receive a special blessing from Father.
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February 8 ROC Grades 6-8
SEAS Youth Ministry program for youth in grades 6-8 meets on alternating Sundays in the Youth Room & Gym from 12:30-2:00 pm throughout the school year. Lunch will be served. Hope to see you there.
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February 8 Diocesan Wedding Anniversary Celebration
1:30 PM
Light Luncheon to follow.
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February 13 Seniors' Mass & Mardi Gras Party
There will not be a Seniors’ Mass & Breakfast on the first Friday in February. Instead, plan to join your fellow parishioners the following Friday, February 13th, for a Valentine’s Day/Mardi Gras Party. Mass at 11:00 am, followed by lunch, fun, and fellowship.
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February 20 KRUNCH Grades 3-5
SEAS Youth Ministry program for youth in grades 3-5 will meet on Friday, February 20th, from 5:30-7:00 pm in the Youth Room & Gym. Pizza will be served.
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February 22 ROC Grades 6-8
SEAS Youth Ministry program for youth in grades 6-8 meets on alternating Sundays in the Youth Room & Gym from 12:30-2:00 pm throughout the school year. Lunch will be served. Hope to see you there.
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February 22 Rite of Election for OCIA
3:00 PM
Reception to follow.
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February 25-March 25 Lenten Study: No Greater Love
SEAS is offering a Wednesday evening Lenten Study, February 25 through March 25, 6:30-7:45 pm: No Greater Love. For more information and to order either online access or a book & workbook, contact:
Denise Dumars, PSR Director 417.887.6472, ext. 610 or ddumars@seaschurch.org
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March 1-29 Christianity in the 1st Four Centuries
Dr. Joseph Shields will be back to present a four-series lecture on “Christianity in the First Four Centuries.” The dates during Lent are:
Sundays, March 1, 8, 22 & 29 from 10:10-11:10 am.
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March 31 Chrism Mass
7:00 PM
Light refreshments to follow.
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August 15 Diocesan Eucharistic Congress
Registration Now Open!
Join us August 15, 2026 at the West Plains Civic Center as we celebrate the 70th Anniversary of our Diocese at its first-ever Eucharistic Congress.
Highlights: Holy Mass with Bishops Conley & Rice, national speakers (including Dr. Scott Hahn & Fr. Leo Patalinghug), children & teen tracks, exhibits, and lunch.
$10 per person / $25 per family
Come pray, learn, and celebrate together!
