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A letter to the faithful from the Colorado bishops on COVID-19 vaccines
The bishops of Colorado affirm that the use of some COVID-19 vaccines is morally acceptable under certain circumstances. The development...

Archdiocese of Denver
Dec 14, 20203 min read


Focusing on the End during Advent
Advent focuses on three comings of Christ, according to St. Bernard: “In the first coming he was seen on earth, dwelling among men; he himself testifies that they saw him and hated him. In the final coming all flesh will see the salvation of our God, and they will look on him whom they pierced. The intermediate coming is a hidden one; in it only the elect see the Lord within their own selves, and they are saved. In his first coming our Lord came in our flesh and in our weakne

Jared Staudt
Dec 14, 20204 min read


What the Year of St. Joseph means, and how to gain the indulgences
St. Joseph painting by Bernadette Carstensen By Joseph Pronechen/NCR The announcement that many people have been anxious and longing to...

National Catholic Register
Dec 10, 20207 min read


No mall? No problem! Virtual Santa visits bring the jolliness to your home
Happy mom and son talking to santa claus by video chat on a laptop. Woman and boy remotely wishes Merry Christmas. (Photo: Adobe Suite)...

Rocio Madera
Dec 10, 20202 min read


Pope Francis Proclaims Year of St. Joseph
Pope Francis announced a Year of St. Joseph Tuesday in honor of the 150th anniversary of the saint’s proclamation as patron of the universal Church . The year begins Dec. 8, 2020, and concludes on Dec. 8, 2021, according to a decree authorized by the pope. The decree said that Pope Francis had established a Year of St. Joseph so that “every member of the faithful, following his example, may strengthen their life of faith daily in the complete fulfillment of God’s will.”

Catholic News Agency
Dec 8, 20206 min read


Former CU football player abandoned his own playbook, followed God’s instead
(Photo provided) As a tight end on the University of Colorado football team, Patrick Devenny was never afraid to be public about his...

Mark Haas
Dec 8, 20205 min read


Advent at Home: How Catholics are preparing for a season of joy – even in 2020
By Mary Farrow/Catholic News Agency Wry jokes and memes about the decided awfulness of the year 2020 – with the pandemic, ensuing lockdowns and economic distress, as well as civil unrest in a turbulent election year – are well known to just about anyone on social media. Now, Christians find themselves entering into Advent, a season that is supposed to be one of joyful preparation for the celebration of Christmas, as well as preparation for the eventual Second Coming of Chris

Catholic News Agency
Dec 7, 20207 min read


Now that started the conversation!
Our Religious Liberty campaign has proven to be one of our most talked about and debated topics ever. The majority of respondents felt as...

Archdiocese of Denver
Dec 1, 20201 min read


Preparing your Home and Heart for the Advent Season
More than just a tradition, an Advent wreath is a great way to prepare for the coming Christmas season. It has one candle for each of the...

Denver Catholic Staff
Nov 30, 20203 min read


Archbishop Aquila: Update on completion of independent review and reparations process
To the faithful of the Archdiocese of Denver, In the summer of 2018, revelations about former cardinal Theodore McCarrick and the...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila
Nov 30, 20205 min read


V Encuentro looks to the future of Hispanic Ministry
With a fervent desire to find better ways to serve Hispanics in the Archdiocese of Denver, 75 leaders from different archdiocesan...

Denver Catholic Staff
Nov 30, 20202 min read


Seeds of Hope beats the odds
Parents piggyback their young children in the summer park, outdoors (Photo: Adobe Stock) Denver Catholic schools beat the odds makers and...

Amy Bryer Brumley
Nov 30, 20202 min read


Love your Motherboard: Colorado-based company is unifying Church and skate
Let’s face it: When it comes to skateboarding culture, there could be a little less skull and crossbones, and a little more Sacred...

Aaron Lambert
Nov 26, 20203 min read


Local parishes lend a helping hand in times of need and crisis
(Photo: Unsplash) There is no doubt that it is more rewarding to give than to receive; to help than to be helped. Reaching out and...

Denver Catholic Staff
Nov 19, 20208 min read


Student winners of first annual Cabrini Day Art Contest announced
The Office of Catholic Schools announced the winners of their first annual Cabrini Day Art Contest on Nov. 13, which is Mother Cabrini’s...

Denver Catholic Staff
Nov 18, 20201 min read


For Advent and Christmas seasons, Archbishop decrees Vigil Masses can be as early as 1 p.m.
In preparation for the upcoming seasons of Advent and Christmas, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila issued a decree Tuesday proclaiming that...

Archdiocese of Denver
Nov 17, 20201 min read


‘I couldn’t fix myself’: Bishop Conley opens up about mental health recovery
DENVER, CO - JULY 5: Bishop James D. Conley (L) speaks at the 2017 Regional Catholic Classical Schools Conference at Our Lady of Lourdes Catholic Parish on July 5, 2017, in Denver, Colorado. (Photo by Anya Semenoff/Denver Catholic) By Mary Farrow/Catholic News Agency In December 2019, Bishop James Conley of the Diocese of Lincoln announced he was going on a medical leave of absence. Citing diagnoses of depression and anxiety, as well as chronic insomnia and debilitating tinn

Catholic News Agency
Nov 16, 20206 min read


The Fire of Faith: Living in Christian freedom and becoming Saints
God’s grace flows through us like a river, washing us and nourishing his divine life in us. His grace flows freely when we let go of the attachments that dam us up, blocking grace’s entry points. If we are distracted by technology and do not make time to pray, are stuck in impurity, or consumed by work, we will miss what’s most important. Those dams not only block the grace from working within us, but they also block it from flowing out to others and becoming a source of ligh

Jared Staudt
Nov 16, 20205 min read


Black Catholic History is Catholic History!
(Photo: Lightstock) Black Catholics have had a huge impact on the history and traditions of Christianity. The National Black Catholic...

Amy Bryer Brumley
Nov 12, 20202 min read


Local Catholic school students get unique window into Supreme Court hearings
It’s not often that students have the opportunity to talk to someone making history on a national scale, but 8th grade students at Notre...

Carol Nesbitt
Nov 12, 20204 min read
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