Big Slider - The Leaven Catholic Newspaper

The official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas

Local • Ministries

EMBRACE fundraiser ensures students of all abilities can thrive in Catholic schools

October 10, 2026

Archdiocese • Local

French filmmaker travels to Kansas to make documentary on St. Rose Philippine Duchesne

October 10, 2026

World

Church leaders call for dialogue over confrontation amid turbulent protests in France

October 7, 2026

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Vatican

Excessive force, even after an attack, is immoral, pope says

September 30, 2024

Nation

As Hurricane Helene makes landfall, Florida’s Catholics brace for ‘monster of a storm,’ prepare to serve devastated areas

September 27, 2024

Local • Schools

Community support makes this school Excellent

September 27, 2024

Archdiocese • Local

Say it ain’t so, Joe: Icon of Catholic journalism retires

September 27, 2024

Local • Parishes

Historic parish installs new pastor, marks 175th

September 27, 2024