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Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas Imposes Ministerial Restrictions on Phil Baniewicz Following Independent Investigation Conclusion
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS — Based on the recommendation of the Independent Review Board of the Archdiocese after an independent investigation into the allegations regarding Mr. Phil Baniewicz, former president of Bishop
Archbishop McKnight’s Statement on the August Vote for Judicial Selection Reform
The upcoming August vote regarding whether to return the Kansas Supreme Court judicial selection process to a popular vote is a significant decision for our state. While the Church does
Archdiocese Announces Ongoing Investigation Regarding Father Denis Pickert
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS — With deep sorrow for the suffering of victims and survivors of abuse, the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas has received an allegation of sexual abuse of
Renewal Heartland Convocation Registration 2026
On line registration is now closed. Late registrations and payment for lunches can be made by contacting Jill Scaletty of the Parish Evangelization Services office at pesadmin@archkck.org.
Archdiocese Announces Investigation Involving Fr. Eric Flood, F.S.S.P.
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS — The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas has been informed by the Priestly Fraternity of Saint Peter (F.S.S.P) that the Archdiocese of Omaha recently received an
Archbishop McKnight Announces the Appointment of New Executive Director of the Kansas Catholic Conference
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS — Archbishop Shawn McKnight announces the appointment of Mr. Paul Malley as the new Executive Director of the Kansas Catholic Conference (KCC). The KCC serves as the voice
Archbishop McKnight Reflects on the Holy See’s Announcement Regarding SSPX
A letter from Archbishop Shawn McKnight regarding the Holy See’s announcement concerning the Society of Saint Pius X. I have received the announcement from the Holy See regarding the episcopal
Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas Announces Substantiated Allegation Involving James Zimmer
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS — The Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas is announcing that an allegation of sexual abuse of a minor against former teacher James Zimmer has been substantiated
Archdiocese of KCK Appoints Dr. Erin Vader as Superintendent of Catholic Schools
KANSAS CITY, KANSAS — Following an extensive search with Partners in Mission, the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas today announced the appointment of Dr. Erin Vader as Superintendent of Catholic
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