Father Mark Goldasich is the pastor of Sacred Heart parish in Tonganoxie. He has been editor of the Leaven since 1989. by Father Mark Goldasich No changing! At times, I like to pretend this is the motto for my life. I enjoy the...
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Sidewalk witness finds God at work in many ways
Debra Niesen is the archdiocesan consultant for the pro-life office. by Debra Niesen My two high school age sons and I spent a beautiful Saturday morning at the recent “40 Days for Life” campaign in front of the Center for...
God counts on us to support each other as we pass on the faith
Deacon Dana Nearmyer is the director of evangelization for the archdiocese. by Deacon Dana Nearmyer The office of evangelization wants to help you fulfill your critical role in God’s eternal plan for your family and friends. The...
For the Christian, every day is a day of Thanksgiving
Joseph F. Naumann is Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas. by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann Our nation’s annual day of Thanksgiving is rapidly approaching. It is a beautiful time of year when our society...
Social media allows outsiders a glimpse into religious life
The monks of St. Benedict’s Abbey, Atchison, twice pause in their day for lectio divina — reading and praying over sacred texts in silence. But with social media, people around the globe can glimpse Father Gabriel Landis, OSB...
For Aquinas teachers, sacrifice is at the heart of Veterans Day
From left, Leo Brown, Kathleen Mersman and Andrew Lee, all teachers at St. Thomas Aquinas High School in Overland Park, hold mementos from the U.S. military. Brown is a senior master sergeant with the U.S. Air Force Reserve;...
School teachers called the ‘secret sauce’ of Catholic school success
The annual Catholic Education Foundation Gaudeamus gala raised $2,437,387 for CEF scholarships. The event was held Oct. 23 at the Overland Park Convention Center. PHOTO COURTESY OF CEF by Jill Ragar Esfeldjill.esfeld@theleaven...
As young people search for deeper meaning in life, religious life offers options others can’t
An event like Project Andrew (above) — a “come-and-see” program done in a single afternoon that offers basic information without a commitment — is one of the ways the archdiocesan vocations office promotes vocations. LEAVEN FILE...
‘Tribute to America’ halftime show honors veterans
The St. Thomas Aquinas dance team collaborated with the school’s band and cheer team for a special “Tribute to America” performance during halftime of the Aquinas football game on Oct. 22. LEAVEN PHOTO BY JAY SOLDNER by Moira...
McAnanys, Donnelly to be recognized for outstanding service
Melodi (“Mel”) and Pat McAnany are this year’s recipients of the Deo Gratias Award (Latin for “Thanks be to God”). The award is given annually to a couple and a Catholic institution in recognition of outstanding achievement...