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 • Life matters

The Lord’s love taught her to see herself as he sees her

April 21, 2023

Contributors • Seeking Christ's heart

Eucharistic Revival: Now coming to a parish near you!

April 21, 2023

Church and state • Contributors

Catholic bishops continue to lobby for mothers and babies

April 21, 2023

Nation

Tennessee’s Catholic bishops join in letter to governor, lawmakers urging passage of gun safety measures

April 18, 2023

World

Patriarchs celebrate Easter at ancient Mount Nebo, urge Jordanian Christians to seek reconciliation amid tensions in Holy Land

April 18, 2023