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Seeing the Face of Christ: Terry King's Mission of Service in Northern Colorado
From Biblical School to home visits, Terry King's life of service reflects a deep commitment to human dignity and the Gospel. (Photo provided) When Terry King heard Cardinal Dolan tell a story on the radio about his father secretly bringing Christmas gifts to a family in need, introducing himself as simply delivering an "order" so the father could keep his pride, something stirred inside her. She had heard of the St. Vincent de Paul Society before, but that story grabbed her

Archdiocese of Denver
Jun 43 min read


‘Give Away Jesus’: Archbishop Golka Challenges Summer Missionaries
Celebrating Mass for Annunciation Heights, Totus Tuus and Camp Wojtyla missionaries, the archbishop encouraged faith-filled generosity and service. (Photo provided) Mere days after Pentecost, the day on which God gave his people the greatest gift of all — the Holy Spirit — Denver Archbishop James Golka challenged young adult summer missionaries to live that radical generosity throughout their service. Celebrating Mass during the weeklong training for Annunciation Heights, Tot

André Escaleira, Jr.
Jun 33 min read


A Catholic Guide to Primary Voting in Colorado
From the sanctity of life to religious liberty and economic justice, Catholic teaching provides principles for faithful citizenship. (Photo: Lightstock) It’s a big year in Colorado, with many important elected positions up for voting, from the Governor to the Attorney General to various state and local representative positions. On June 30th, voters will decide who will represent each political party on the November General Election ballot during the state primaries. Candida

Colorado Catholic Conference
Jun 34 min read


St. Joseph Catholic School to Mark 100 Years of 'Lighting the Way' for Students
Fort Collins’ sole Catholic school celebrates a century of Catholic education, academic excellence and community impact in Northern Colorado (Photo courtesy of St. Joseph Catholic School Fort Collins) (Photo courtesy of St. Joseph Catholic School Fort Collins) High above the doors to enter St. Joseph Catholic School in Fort Collins is a colorful bas-relief of the lamp of learning, signifying intellectual illumination, study and truth. Inside the school, every classroom displa

Roxanne King
Jun 26 min read


American Holiness: 5 Catholic Saints and Witnesses Who Reveal 250 Years of Grace in Our Nation's Story
As America marks 250 years, these saints and holy witnesses show how God has raised up Catholics to educate, serve, evangelize and strengthen the Church in the United States. (Photo: Denver Catholic design) Editor's Note: As we zoom in on our country's 250 years, we see the many saints and witnesses that God has raised up to build up his Kingdom here on earth. These souls shine for their courageous preaching of the Gospel, their prayerful devotion, their love for the poor and

Aaron Lambert
Jun 27 min read


2 Denver-Based Catholic Youth Sports Groups Team Up In Missionary Discipleship
FOCUS, Highlight Catholic’s relationship aims to mold both kids and young adults in Christ through their sport Thanks to a new partnership between Varsity Catholic, FOCUS' college athlete apostolate, and Highlight Catholic Ministries, young people are coming to know the joy of faith and sport. (Photo by Annabel Kiley, courtesy of Varsity Catholic) Coaches from a Catholic sports organization based in Littleton are taking every moment possible during practices and games to joyf

Jay Sorgi
Jun 15 min read


Get to Know Our Four New Priests!
Fathers Manuel Alarcon, Jason DiRito, Jonathan Francois and Daniel Rivas look forward to bringing God's mercy and presence to Catholics across Northern Colorado. Fathers Jason DiRito, Manuel Alarcon, Daniel Rivas and Jonathan Francois were ordained priests by Archbishop James Golka on May 9 — his first ordinations as Archbishop of Denver. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) On Saturday, May 9, Archbishop James Golka ordained four men to the priesthood at the Cathedral Basi

Denver Catholic Staff
May 2910 min read


‘Ask Mary to Be Your Mother:’ Memorial Day Masses Highlight Mary’s Care for the Faithful
Archbishop James Golka smiles with Knights of Columbus present at Mount Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Wheat Ridge, following the annual Memorial Day Mass. (Photo courtesy of Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of Colorado) By Erin Scherer Mary’s Mantle of Protection Hundreds gathered this Memorial Day at Mt. Olivet Catholic Cemetery in Wheat Ridge to pray for the faithful departed, honor fallen servicemen and women and celebrate the memorial of Mary, Mother of the

Guest Contributor
May 284 min read


Catholic Colorado: The Semiquincentennial in the Centennial State
On the cusp of the United States’ 250th anniversary and Colorado’s 150th, the Centennial State and its Catholic witnesses show modern Catholics a path forward. The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, completed in 1912, has stood as a visible symbol of the Catholic faith in Colorado for over a century. (Photo: Archdiocese of Denver Archives) Colorado celebrates its own 150th anniversary this year, as the rest of the country marks 250 years since the foun

Jared Staudt
May 284 min read


How to Receive a Plenary Indulgence in Denver Next Month
Celebrating 50 years of Archbishop Emeritus Samuel J. Aquila’s priesthood could offer a massive spiritual benefit. The St. John Paul II Center for the New Evangelization campus, home to St. John Vianney Theological Seminary, Redemptoris Mater Seminary and the Prophet Elijah House, will be the site of a massive celebration on June 5, one at which the faithful can earn a plenary indulgence. (Photo by Grant Whitty) Summer is fast approaching, offering a reprieve from school, vac

André Escaleira, Jr.
May 284 min read


PHOTOS: Archbishop Golka Celebrates Holy Family High School Baccalaureate Mass
(Photo courtesy of Kieran Kenny/Holy Family High School) As the 101st graduating class of Holy Family High School in Broomfield prepared to turn their tassels and begin a new chapter, they received a special visit from Northern Colorado's new shepherd. On Wednesday, May 20, Archbishop James Golka joined the graduates, their family and friends and school faculty, staff and students for the annual Baccalaureate Mass, a special liturgy to pray for and with those graduating. Duri

Denver Catholic Staff
May 271 min read


WATCH | Eucharistic Procession Coming to Downtown Denver June 6
In the spirit of the National Eucharistic Pilgrimage and its historic procession through the heart of Denver, another Eucharistic procession is coming to the Mile High City on June 6. On Saturday, June 6, another MASSIVE Eucharistic procession is coming to downtown Denver — calling to mind this special, unforgettable one through the heart of our city during summer 2024's National Eucharistic Pilgrimage. On that day, nearly 5,000 people from across the archdiocese gathered in

Denver Catholic Staff
May 261 min read


What Catholics Need to Know About Colorado’s 2026 Legislative Session
From religious freedom and parental rights to homelessness and human trafficking, the Colorado Catholic Conference reflects on a consequential year at the Capitol. The 2026 legislative session at the Colorado State Capitol considered several important topics for Catholics. (Photo: Pixabay) The 2026 Legislative Session kicked off on January 14. Lawmakers exceeded their allowable threshold of submitted bills (500 total bills for 100 total members), continuing a recent years-lon

Colorado Catholic Conference
May 2111 min read


Colorado Families to Benefit from Historic New Catholic School Scholarship Tax Credit
The federal law, supported by Governor Jared Polis, will help generate new scholarship opportunities for K-12 students across the state. Governor Jared Polis, the first Democratic governor to opt into the new federal tax credit scholarship law, joined Seeds of Hope and students from Holy Family High School in Broomfield and Sts. Peter and Paul Catholic STEM School in Wheat Ridge at a celebratory event at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science. (Photo courtesy of Seeds of Ho

Denver Catholic Staff
May 213 min read


YOU’RE INVITED | ‘Come and Eat:’ Jubilee Celebration for Archbishop Aquila's 50 Years of Priesthood
What better way to celebrate 50 years of priesthood than with Mass with Archbishop Emeritus Samuel Aquila, a block party and lots of excellent food? (Archdiocese of Denver design) Easter is a time for celebration, Denver Catholics, and boy, do we have an exciting, historic and monumental celebration for you! Mark your calendars for June 5th, when the Archdiocese of Denver will come together to celebrate Archbishop Emeritus Samuel J. Aquila’s 50th anniversary of priesthood. Th

André Escaleira, Jr.
May 202 min read


Ride With Purpose. Run With Mission.
Team Samaritan Calls Colorado Catholics to Ride, Run and Serve Team Samaritan gathers for a group photo before Ride the Rockies. (Photo courtesy of Catholic Charities) As the days grow longer and Colorado begins to show off its best summer weather, many people are looking for new ways to get outside, stay active and connect with others. Team Samaritan offers the perfect opportunity to do all three, while making a real difference for those experiencing homelessness in our comm

Catholic Charities
May 194 min read


How Annunciation Heights Is Changing Kids’ Lives in the Rocky Mountains
At this Catholic camp, young people discover friendship, adventure and life-changing encounters with God beneath the shadow of Longs Peak. (Photos courtesy of Annunciation Heights) Lives are being changed and souls are being saved in the Rocky Mountains, at a beautiful Catholic camp nestled at the base of Longs Peak. Annunciation Heights, the archdiocesan camp, welcomes hundreds of youth, young adults and families throughout the year — especially each summer — and aims to bri

André Escaleira, Jr.
May 183 min read


‘Be Not Afraid’: How St. John Paul II’s Legacy Keeps Forming Colorado
Across Denver and Northern Colorado, schools, a camp and a parish find their mission in the life of a Polish priest-turned-pope and saint. Pope St. John Paul II addresses children at Mount St. Vincent Home in Denver during World Youth Day 1993. (Photo by James Baca/Denver Catholic Register) As we celebrate Pope St. John Paul II’s birthday, May 18, at least four Colorado ministries bearing his name are living out a legacy that reaches well beyond his iconic 1993 World Youth Da

Sheryl Tirol
May 188 min read


School’s Out, Archbishop’s In: Archbishop Golka Visits Several Denver Catholic Schools in First Weeks
A firm believer in Catholic education, Denver’s new archbishop joined Regis Jesuit High School, Mullen High School, Chesterton Academy of Our Lady of Victory and Notre Dame School for Mass in his first weeks in Northern Colorado. Denver Archbishop James Golka has been busy in his first weeks as Northern Colorado's shepherd, visiting Regis Jesuit High School in Aurora, among others. In these visits, the archbishop celebrated Mass, baptized and confirmed students and got to kno

André Escaleira, Jr.
May 157 min read


A Place Where God Changes Hearts: Denver Catholic Community Rallies Behind Annunciation Heights Summer Camp
The camp’s inaugural fundraising gala surpassed expectations, with supporters investing in faith-filled experiences for youth and families in the beauty of the Rockies. Annunciation Heights missionaries prepare to greet attendees of To The Heights of Beauty, the first gala in support of the archdiocesan camp. (Photo courtesy of Annunciation Heights) One Rocky Mountain Catholic summer camp is taking people to the heights this summer, especially with the resounding support of t

André Escaleira, Jr.
May 143 min read
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