Gene Hegarty nearly shed a tear as the bell was rung for the last time before it was removed the fire- weakened tower of the 111-year-old St. Ann Church here. The burning down of the venerable structure on April 21, 2008, was a...
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Spiritual mentors help’s Catholic’s deepen their faith
The archdiocese is in need of a few good men and women. The mission? Become spiritual mentors to help other Catholics grow in their relationship with Christ.
Sometimes, all we have to do is show up
This year, when you’re looking for excuses, just show up and let God do the rest!
Starting from zero has its rewards
I now pray that Holy Trinity may inspire other parishes in the spirit of the 10th anniversary of the jubilee year to open wide the doors of their churches and welcome their Spanish-speaking brothers and sisters.
How do you respond to Christ in our midst?
As we enter this Advent season, let us choose to respond with love and compassion rather than with irritation and judgment when we encounter the poor among us, for they are Christ in our midst.
We’re called to be ready — even on the subway
I wasn't ready. Jesus passed right in front of me, and I knew it. I knew it and I looked away. This was the moment for which the Gospel for the First Sunday of Advent cautions us when it says: “Be prepared, for at an hour you do...
What’s it take to get to heaven?
What will becoming a saint cost you? Honestly, everything! But nothing else on earth is worth it.
Financial review
The accompanying condensed financial statement represent the activities of the Chancery Offices of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas for fiscal 2009-2010. These statements do not include the activities of our many...
From the Archbishop
Together with you, I look forward to continuing the beautiful legacy of those who have gone before us in proclaiming with boldness the truth of the Gospel and in making the love of Jesus tangible and vibrant throughout Northeast...
Double your donation to kids in need —the easy way
“You can donate to CEF on your own, absolutely,” said Arth, “but with this matching donation, you double your money.” And double the number of kids whose prayers will be answered.