The Shepherd's Voice

Archbishop Naumann dialogues with Sacred Artist, Mattie Karr in which they discuss the vocation of the artist, sacred art and the importance of beauty.

Archbishop Naumann dialogues with Kathy White, the new Coordinator of Foster and Pro-Life Ministry

Every child is a precious, unique gift from God who deserves a loving family and a stable home life. Sadly, each day in Kansas, children are removed from their homes by no fault of their own for a variety of reasons. Because care of the orphan and the works of mercy are part of the mission for all baptized Catholics, we have the grace needed to meet this challenge. If only 2% of Catholics opened their homes to foster for even a short period of time and 5% volunteered in some way to help these kids and their families, we can help these children and the families who care for them THRIVE!

People can find out how they can get involved by going to ARCHKCK.ORG/FOSTER

Archbishop Naumann dialogues with Emily Lopez, Director of Evangelization about the amazing opportunity we all have to Walk with Jesus as a part of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage.

This coming June 25-29, 2024 Our Eucharistic Lord will be passing through Kansas as part of a National Eucharistic Pilgrimage happening across the United States in preparation for a historic National Eucharistic Congress happening soon after in Indianapolis.

Archbishop Naumann interviews the staff of Catholic Community Health Services about this unique health ministry that serves any person in need of care in the KC area: Brad Heidrick (CEO), Tiffany Howell-Clair (Chief Marketing Officer), Matt Kemnitz (Chief Mission Officer), and Tami Titus, (hospice nurse & Bereavement Coordinator)

Catholic Community Health is a ministry of the Archdiocese that provides holistic care, comfort, and support to address the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of patients and families.

Archbishop Naumann dialogues with Deacon Steve Greco, executive producer of the film Jesus Thirsts, which has a limited national release in theaters, June 4, 5 and 6th.

Jesus Thirsts: The Miracle of the Eucharist, embarks on a global journey to rediscover and revive the transformative power of the Eucharist. Engaging in dialogue with notable Catholic figures, the film explores the biblical origins of the Eucharist and shares personal stories of individuals whose lives have been transformed by the Blessed Sacrament. This exploration makes it unmistakably clear that the Eucharist is not merely a symbol, but is indeed Jesus Christ Himself — fervently desiring to quench our spiritual thirst with His boundless love.

Archbishop Naumann dialogues with Brian Westbrook, Executive Director of Coalition Life about the lies and misinformation surrounding a petition initiative to put a state constitutional amendment on the 2024 ballot in Missouri.

A coalition of Missouri abortion-rights organizations has launched an effort to put a constitutional amendment on the 2024 ballot to legalize abortion up until the point of fetal viability. Soon you will likely encounter paid signature gatherers in public places in Missouri asking you to sign a pro-abortion initiative petition. The ballot summary is very deceptive claiming to protect women's health and "reproductive health care." However, this initiative petition will put in the Missouri constitution a "right" to dangerous late-term abortions with taxpayer money without parental consent for minors and without the oversight of health agencies to protect the health of Missouri women.

Archbishop Naumann sits down with Matt Kemnitz (Chief Mission Officer) & Deacon Joe Allen (Hospice Chaplain) for Catholic Community Health to discuss the his recent decision to make ERD's particular law for Catholic institutions in Northeast Kansas and why it's important to share them with all healthcare givers.

They also reflect upon Catholic Hospice and how blessed the KC metro community is to have a hospice provider that knows and follows the ERD's for the best care for patients and their loved ones.

Archbishop Naumann interviews Deacon Dana Nearmyer, Lead Consultant for Evangelization and Ashlie Hand, Director of Communications for the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph about the upcoming, historic BeholdKC event.

Come together for a historic Eucharistic celebration and BEHOLD the true presence of our Lord Jesus Christ! This free, public outdoor event is a gathering of the "one holy catholic and apostolic Church," from the Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph and the Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas and will be the largest Eucharistic adoration opportunity in our city in more than 80 years.

The gathering happens the evening of Saturday, May 4 the on the north lawn at the National World War I Museum and Memorial across from Union Station in Kansas City.

Archbishop Naumann interviews Deacon Tim Donohue, CRS Diocesan Director for Archdiocese of Boston and a CRS Global Fellow.

They dialogue about how often when we listen to news of all the conflicts and disasters in the world, it can be overwhelming and we can feel quite powerless. But as Catholics, we are not powerless to help, especially during Lent all our parishes have passed out these little cardboard Rice Bowls that have the power to save lives. If there is a disaster or a war, you can be sure the CRS staff are nearby; already implementing a well thought out well networked plan to help.

Archbishop Naumann talks to Rachel Clark, Community Sponsorship Coordinator, for the Catholic Charities' Refugee Resettlement program.

Since around 1975 when the Archdiocese started helping resettle refugees from the Vietnam conflict Catholic Charities of Northeast Kansas has developed into one of the largest resettlement sites in Kansas, with most refugees coming from Southeast Asia's Myanmar, formerly known as Burma. Their Refugee Resettlement Services offer programs and services designed to provide social and emotional support to refugees including English language classes, citizenship preparation, case management, employment support and more. They have many great ways for people to live out their discipleship of Jesus through the works of mercy by volunteering.