Big Slider - The Leaven Catholic Newspaper

The official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas

Archdiocese • Local

Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas announces organizational changes to strengthen support for parishes and ministries

March 13, 2026

St. Patrick wasn’t actually born Irish, but here are 11 early saints who were

March 13, 2026

Pope Leo XIV points to St. Joseph as an example of the importance of ‘being present’

March 13, 2026

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Local • Parishes

Croatian Catholics celebrate 125th anniversary of St. John the Baptist Parish

November 28, 2025

Archdiocese • Local

Pope proclaims new doctor: Newman’s teachings resonate for today’s church and times

November 28, 2025

Local • Schools

Middle school students witness Mother Cabrini at work

November 28, 2025

Local • Religious life

Welcome as our witness

November 28, 2025

Archdiocese • Local

Annual Duchesne Award honors archbishop

November 28, 2025