In the Gospel this morning, we heard the story of John the Baptist prophesying the coming of the Messiah. Did you know that the relic of the finger bone of John the Baptist – from the hands that baptized Christ – can be found in Kansas City? It is prominently displayed at the Nelson Atkins Museum of Art. The reliquary was purchased from the private collection of a German prince and brought here to the Mid West. A visit to the Museum is free, and what better way to celebrate Gaudate Sunday, then to pay a quick visit to view this most unique treasure.
Discover more of Catholic Kansas City
The “holy finger of Kansas City” is not the only Catholic treasure to behold. Learn more about the other sites of Catholic Kansas City here.
Concluding Psalm
Let us conclude with a reflection from Psalm 80:
“O Shepherd of Israel, lend an ear, you who guide Joseph like a flock! Seated upon the cherubim, shine forth. Upon Ephraim, Benjamin, and Manasseh. Stir up your power, and come to save us. O God, restore us; light up your face and we shall be saved.” (Psalm 80: 2-4)
Previous days of the pilgrimage:
Day 1 – Rapid City, South Dakota
Day 2 – Montana
Day 3 – Sacramento
Day 4 – Los Angeles
Day 5 – Tucson
Day 6 – Santa Fe
Day 7 – Denver
Day 8 – San Antonio
Day 9 – Chicago
Day 10 – LaCrosse
Day 11 – Oklahoma City
Day 12 – Omaha
Day 13 – Wichita
Day 14 – St. Louis
CATHOLIC CONCIERGE 
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