Big Slider - The Leaven Catholic Newspaper

The official newspaper of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas

Archdiocese • Local

Archdiocesan pastoral planning moves to its second phase

September 18, 2026

by Todd Habiger

Local • Youth & young adult

KSHSAA sponsors girls flag football for the first time

September 18, 2026

Local • Schools

St. Joseph breaks ground on new early education center

September 18, 2026

by Moira Cullings

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Vatican

Pope calls for prayers for forgiveness, coexistence in Holy Land

May 24, 2021

Archdiocese • Local

New priest assignments announced

May 21, 2021

Local • Schools

At a bittersweet milestone, parent praises value of Catholic education

May 21, 2021

Families • Local

Daughter’s interest leads mother back to the Catholic Church

May 21, 2021

Families • Local

Heirs to a legacy of service, Zardas carry on family tradition

May 21, 2021