Big Slider - The Leaven Catholic Newspaper

The official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas

Local • Parishes

For Leawood parish, it’s ‘all hands on deck’ at St. Mary’s Food Kitchen

September 4, 2026

Archdiocese • Local

Archbishop announces changes to The Leaven

September 4, 2026

by Archbishop Shawn McKnight

Local • Parishes

Heavenly sound: St. John the Baptist’s bell rings again thanks to a convert and an electrical crew

September 4, 2026

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Local • Parishes

Men’s ministry emphasizes faith, fidelity

April 19, 2024

Local • Youth & young adult

Serra Club of KCK honors essay contest winners

April 19, 2024

Archdiocese • Local

Archbishop receives award from state pro-life organization

April 19, 2024

Archdiocese • Local

Longtime Leaven freelancer joins the archdiocesan communications department

April 19, 2024

Families • Local

NFP: An authentic language of a woman’s health and fertility

April 19, 2024