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 • Schools

Saints learn to discover their path by first finding themselves

February 16, 2024

Lent • Local

Three pillars of Lent serve as pathways to penance and renewal

February 16, 2024

Archdiocese • Local

Even adults can need help hearing what God’s calling them to

February 16, 2024

Columnists • Mark my words

It’s easy to see where I went wrong

February 16, 2024

Contributors • Yes to the call

Start ‘giving the big bill’ this Lent

February 16, 2024