Mary Nearmyer, 5, lights the first candle on the traditional Advent wreath. Mary is the daughter of Deacon Dana and Debbie Nearmyer, members of Holy Trinity Parish, Lenexa. Advent begins on Nov. 29. Photo by Lori Wood Habiger
Advent begins Nov. 29
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The Leaven
The Leaven is the official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas.
