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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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Columnists • Mark my words

Here’s how to get to your happy place

March 17, 2023

Nation

Experts see hope, challenges for pastoral inclusion of Catholics with disabilities

March 16, 2023

Video

Pope: Quench the thirsts of the needy

March 15, 2023

World

Lay Catholics, Dominicans work for long-term revival of Ireland’s ancient faith in Christ

March 15, 2023

World

Argentina celebrates 10 years of the first Latin American pontiff

March 14, 2023