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Father Colin Haganey steps up as new Totus Tuus chaplain

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Jack Punswick battled cancer with faith, focus and a blistering...

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St. John Paul II opens classical academy in August

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Mission Center reopens in Seneca, honors Father Arul’s vision

July 25, 2025
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Archbishop to dedicate new rosary garden

July 25, 2025
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Archbishop emeritus honored by National Right to Life Committee

July 25, 2025
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Santa Marta honors namesake with food drive on July 29

July 25, 2025
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When food brings people together

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New credible allegation against Benedictine Father John...

July 25, 2025
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Archbishop McKnight receives pallium

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Check out the 2025 Jubilee Year of Hope sites in northeast Kansas

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Father Aduri honored with Blessed Michael McGivney Award

July 11, 2025
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Catholic Media Association honors The Leaven with 13 awards

July 11, 2025
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July 25, 2025
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    • Vince Cascone
    • Emily Lopez
    • Bill Maloney
    • Lisa McKelvey
    • Greg Mies
    • Deacon Dana Nearmyer
    • Debra Niesen
    • Joshua Ruoff
    • Deacon Bill Scholl
    • Lauren Solidum
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    • Chuck Weber
  • Spanish Articles
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