Kansas City Catholics Welcome Faithful World Cup Crowds

The cycle of cowtown kickball hype hits the infinite . . . Here's another verse from local faith scribe Bill Tammeus . . . Check-it: 

"It is Catholicism that arguably has the closest tie to modern organized soccer — owing to a 19th century believer inspired by words from the head of the church. Local Catholic organizers are, in fact, among the most active in planning how to serve World Cup visitors, along with leaders of other Christian denominations.

"For instance, the Catholic Diocese of Kansas City-St. Joseph is working closely with the Catholic Archdiocese of Kansas City in Kansas to help people who “have never been to Kansas City and may be looking for that anchor for them while they’re here to be able to practice their faith,” says Ashlie Hand, director of communications for the diocese."

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Plans Afoot to Meet Religious Needs of Worldwide Soccer Fans