Throughout his life, in times of triumph and happiness and in times of suffering, pain and fear, decorated war hero Francisco Barrientes has given witness to his faith.
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Sanctuaries across archdiocese swirled with bright colors, lively music as Catholics celebrated the feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe
When immigrants from Mexico came north to the United States, one of the riches they brought with them was a fervent devotion to “Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe” — Our Lady of Guadalupe.
‘God is throwing grace all over this’
Visitors to the Giving the Basics warehouse see well-organized bins, barrels and carts. Teresa Hamilton sees containers brimming with dignity and success for the needy.
‘Ordinary’ upbringing leads brothers to extraordinary ministry
by Carolyn Kaberline Special to The Leaven OLATHE — Any family with a religious vocation certainly feels blessed. But Dick and LuAnne Montgomery experienced a double blessing when two of their sons decided on religious vocations...
Nativity’s annual ‘Hanging of the Greens’ starts with the dynamic dozen
Church of the Nativity here is gearing up for the “Hanging of the Greens,” an annual festival that brings the entire parish together to decorate the church for Christmas.
Youth minister launches outreach for the ages
All it took was a simple activity to unite two unlikely groups of parishioners at Holy Trinity here.
Holy Destinations: St. Charles in Troy
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Let’s not misplace the baby
The first question that I hear often at this time of year is: “What do you want for Christmas?” That’s followed immediately by: “Because, you know, you are the hardest person to buy for!”
Close call leads Leawood Catholics to new door-to-door ministry
By all rights, Michael Shirley should have died in 2004.
‘Theology of play’ event broadens perspective of youth ministers
It’s hard to go a day without play.