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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Contributors • Ordained to serve

Potential deacons start with a commitment to the interior life

November 17, 2023

Contributors • Yes to the call

When life’s many blessings call us to more

November 17, 2023

Columnists • Mark my words

Gracias. Merci. Danke. Arigato. Hvala. Tak. They all mean: Thanks!

November 17, 2023

Contributors • From the super

Students with special needs teach us, even as they learn

November 17, 2023

Archdiocese • Local

Catholic Charities branches into online auctions

November 17, 2023