Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish

Ceremony

The Rumely Historic Event Space

Cocktail Hour

Wedding Reception

Additional Weekend Event

Our Wedding

Our Story

Katherine and Karl met through work in 2019, during a season when neither of them was really looking for anything new. And yet, somehow, at exactly the right moment,something shifted. What began as a professional connection slowly became something deeper. Their timing felt almost kismet, not rushed or forced, but quietly arriving when both of them were ready to recognize it. Time has remained an important part of their story: time to grow, time to understand each other, time to build trust, and time to become the peoplethey were meant to be together. Their backgrounds are different, and that has become one of the gifts of their relationship. Katherine was born in Kansas City, Missouri, where her earliest sense of family and home began, before moving to Florida and later finding her way through different chapters and places until life brought her to Chicago. Karl is a first-generation Polish Chicagoan, born and raised in the city, with a deep connection to family, tradition, and the place that shaped him. Together, their differences have expanded their world and strengthened their bond. They have learned from each other, challenged each other, and built a relationship rooted inpatience, humor, devotion, and love. In many ways, their truest new beginning came when they returned to the church and their relationship with God grew stronger. Faith became not just something around them, but something within the life they were building together. Choosing Kansas City for their wedding is a return to where Katherine’s story began, and a meaningful place for both of them to gather the people they love. After seven years together, Katherine and Karl are grateful to celebrate this long-awaited day with family and friends. Some things in life are worth the wait.

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Hotel Note

We are currently working on adding a few more hotel optionsfor the wedding weekend.Guests are welcome to choose the accommodation that feelsmost comfortable, convenient, and best suited to their travel plans.

Rate: $189/night, not including taxes and fees Booking Deadline: September 8, 2026The "Website" button will take you directly to our room block booking link. Group Block Name / Code:Lynn Leszkowicz Wedding Room Block Parking options include self-parking ($30/day), valet ($35/day), and nearby street parking. Guests who wish to extend or shorten their stay may do so at the group rate, subject to availability.Double and king rooms are available.For booking questions, guests may contact Delaney O’Byrne.

InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza

Rate: $212/night, not including taxes and fees Booking Deadline: September 8, 2026The "Website" button will take you directly to our room block booking link. Group Block Name / Code:Lynn Leszkowicz Wedding Room Block Parking options include self-parking (approximately $30/night), valet parking (approximately $40/night), and nearby street parking. Guests who wish to extend or shorten their stay may do so at the group rate, subject to availability.Double and king rooms are available.For booking questions, guests may contact Leslie Sandmeyer.

The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center

Approximate travel times:To The Westin Kansas City at Crown Center: 23 miles / 25–30 minutesTo The Rumely Historic Event Space: 22 miles / 25–30 minutesTo Our Lady of Perpetual Help Parish: 24 miles / 30 minutesTo InterContinental Kansas City at the Plaza: 24 miles / 30–35 minutes

(MCI) Kansas City International Airport

Uber, Lyft, taxis, and rental carsare readily available atKansas City International Airport.Kansas City is fairly car-dependent, so rideshare or rental vehiclesare recommended for most guests.Travel times may increase during weekend events or sports games. Kansas City also offers a free streetcarthrough the heart of downtown,connecting the River Market, Downtown, the Crossroads Arts District, and the UMKC area.No tickets or passes are required, so guests may hop onand explore the "City of Fountains" at their leisure.<a href="http://kcstreetcar.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">kcstreetcar.org</a>

Transportation

Ceremony ParkingStreet parking and parking are available in the church lotlocated at the corner of Broadway and 34th Street. Reception ParkingCovered parking is available under the 12th Street Bridge,just steps from the venue.Free parking is also available directly adjacent to the venue. Guests are encouraged to plan a safe ride home if they will be drinking during the celebration.

Parking

Travel

Can I bring a guest?We kindly ask that only guests specifically named on the invitation attend. Are children invited?We kindly ask that only children specifically named on the invitation attend. What time should guests arrive for the ceremony?Please arrive no later than 1:15 p.m. The ceremony will begin promptly at 1:30 p.m. Is there parking at the church?Yes. Parking is available in the church lot at the corner of Broadway and 34th Street, along with nearby street parking. Is there parking at the reception venue?Yes. Covered parking is available under the 12th Street Bridge, just steps from the venue. Free parking is also available directly adjacent to the venue. Is the ceremony indoors?Yes. Is the reception indoors?Yes. What should I wear?Formal attire is requested. Black-tie optional.Guests are welcome to dress in a way that feels elegant, timeless, and celebratory. Where should I stay?Hotel blocks have been arranged at select hotels. Guests are welcome to choose the option that feels most comfortable and best fits their travel plans. Please review the Travel section for details. When is the RSVP deadline?Please RSVP by August 20, 2026. Who should guests contact with questions?For questions, please contact aislebetwedo1026@yahoo.com.Additional contact information may be added closer to the wedding date. Do you have a registry?Your presence at our wedding is truly the greatest gift.For those who wish to contribute in another way, our registry will be available soon..

Katherine "KC" & Karl