Dr. John Almeida holds his daughter Margaret as he goes up for Communion during the White Mass on Feb. 8 at St. Michael the Archangel Church in Leawood. The White Mass honors health care professionals. LEAVEN PHOTO BY JAY SOLDNER...
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