On August 15, 2026, we will celebrate the 70th Anniversary of the foundation of our diocese (Aug. 24, 1956) during our first-ever Diocesan Eucharistic Congress to be held in the West Plains Civic Center. All people of the diocese are invited to participate in a year of spiritual preparation for these momentous celebrations. Let us entrust all these efforts and activities to the Eucharistic Heart of Jesus, so that we may be united in bringing the love and peace of Jesus to Southern Missouri.
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SCHEDULE:
Doors open at 8:30 AM, and the first presentation begins at 10 AM. The day concludes at 6:30 PM after the Sunday Vigil Mass.
COST:
Registration- $10 per person or $25 maximum per family (parents with minor-age children).
The registration fee includes all Congress activities, speakers, materials, and a grab-n-go lunch.
FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE:
Bishop Rice does not want cost to be the reason a person is unable to attend the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress. If you or your family need financial assistance, please get in touch with Linda Glendenning at (417) 866-0841 or LGlendenning@dioscg.org.
Note: In the arena, most seats are stadium-style, which means you'll have to climb some stairs. If you or your family have mobility issues that prevent you from climbing stairs, please email Brock Hulshof at bhulshof@dioscg.org to request a floor seat. Seating on the floor is minimal, so please reserve a floor seat only if it is absolutely necessary, to ensure we have enough seats available for those who can't climb stairs.
For additional information about the Diocesan Eucharistic Congress, please visit the official webpage
Celebrate Mass with Keynote speaker
Bishop James Conley from the Diocese of Lincoln, Bishop Edward Rice, and the priests of our diocese.
National Speakers
Author & Theologian Dr. Scott Hahn; Award-winning chef, radio & TV host Fr. Leo Patalinghug of “Plating Grace,” and more!
Children's Track
During adult keynote speaker sessions, children in 1st-6th grade will have the option to attend the “Children’s Track.” Young adults who have worked with Totus Tuus and Camp Re-NEW-All will lead the children in activities, songs, games, and catechetical lessons on the Eucharist.
Teen Track
During adult keynote speaker session, teens in 7th-12th grade will have the option to attend the “Teen Track.” Presentations geared toward teens will be offered by Fr. Leo Patalinghug, Mari Pablo, and Maureen Francois as alternatives to some of the adult keynote presentations. Small group discussions and activities will also be included during the teen track.
*Note: When parents sign up their children for the “Children’s Track” or “Teen Track,” their children will attend age appropriate presentations in a separate room during the time that morning and afternoon keynote presentations are taking place in the arena. However, parents may choose to keep children or teens in the arena with them for any particular keynote session if desired. All children will stay with parents during the opening Eucharistic procession, lunch time, and the closing celebration of Holy Mass.
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Lets Pack The Bus!
Enjoy one of the MOST meaningful religious experiences of your life!
Diocesan Eucharistic Congress in West Plains on August 15, 2026
Register at: www.dioscg.org/diocesan-eucharistic-congress
We have 56 seats available!
Be at Holy Trinity before 5:30 a.m. to be on the bus.
Please contact the parish office to sign up for the bus!
