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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Nation

No humbugs this season, just Emmanuel

December 19, 2023

Vatican

5 years after catechism update, there is ‘renewed momentum’ to end capital punishment, Catholic activist says

December 15, 2023

Local • Parishes

Cathedral named as a shrine to Mother Maria Soledad

December 15, 2023

Archdiocese • Local

Archbishop awards Deo Gratias honors at CFNEK banquet

December 15, 2023

Local • Schools

St. Ann collects Christmas gifts for Red Bags KC

December 15, 2023