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Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph – Hope Ball 2025

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March 29th was the date for Catholic Charities of Kansas City-St. Joseph’s annual Hope Ball. The lovely event was held at the Sheraton Kansas City Hotel at Crown Center. Twenty-six debutantes and gentlemen were presented to Bishop James V. Johnston, Jr. Proceeds from the Ball will support Catholic Charities’ mission of serving and lifting neighbors in need.

Caroline Weber and Natasha Wulff, class of 2024; flanked 2025 class members Molly Blount, Kate Spenceri, and Christina Brooks
Amy and Mark Thompson with Mary Thompson
James and Sarah Arkell flanked Emma Arkell
Jane Vega-Carson and Rod Carson, Catholic Charities board chairman 
Michele Kueny and Ann Eckels
Dancing during the Hope Ball
The choreographed waltz
The class honored the Most Reverend James V. Johnston, Jr., Bishop of Kansas City-St. Joseph. 
Steve and Cindy Heeney

Featured in the May 3, 2025 issue of The Independent
Photo credit: Mallory Nyman Photography & Design

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