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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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World

Religious congregations help US-bound migrants stranded near the Darién Gap

July 12, 2023

World

Ukraine’s military chaplains ‘in position’ on front line, ‘ready to heal the wounds of war’

July 11, 2023

Vatican

Pope names 21 cardinals, including U.S.-born Archbishop Prevost

July 10, 2023

Nation

Sisters’ ‘Soul Box’ exhibit provides solace to families of victims slain by gun violence

July 6, 2023

Nation

Baltimore archbishop asks for prayers for victims of mass shooting at a neighborhood block party

July 5, 2023