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National Eucharistic Pilgrimage Statement by Archbishop Joseph F. Naumann
Consider the beautiful sacrifices these young adults have made in spending two months walking for Jesus. I urge all parishioners of the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas, as well as all Christians and people of Faith, to make a small sacrifice by participating in one or more of the events of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage as it journeys through Kansas. – Archbishop Joesph F. Naumann
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What do Families Need?
Archbishop Naumann of Kansas City who shares his story of growing up without a father and how his mother and family gave him the stability and security he needed to flourish and become the man God called him to be. He provides insights to families in our conversation along with a good dose of humor and practical encouragement.
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Three Holy Oils
The annual chrism Mass, so-called because it’s during this Mass that the bishop or archbishop consecrates the pure olive oil that becomes the holy oils that are used in administering the sacraments.
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Holy Thursday, How we came to celebrate the eucharist
As the U.S. Catholic Church fosters eucharistic revival, this year’s observance of Holy Thursday presents the ideal opportunity to revisit and reaffirm our beliefs in this most holy sacrament.
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Archdiocese adopts deanery model
To foster a greater sense of community, the pastoral regional model that’s been in place in the archdiocese since the 1970s was changed to a deanery model, effective Jan. 1.
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What is the true meaning of Lent?
When you think about Lent, what feelings arise in your heart?