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Faith & Spirituality

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God, Community, Mission: A Call to Christian Community

(Photo courtesy of the Sisters of Life) By Mother Agnes Mary, S.V. “The people who died in Dachau shaped my adult life.” With these...

Guest Contributor

Jun 16, 20256 min read

Bishop in red robes prays with eyes closed in a church, next to a statue of a saint. Warm light, reverent mood, stained glass visible.

4 Ways to Pray for the Archbishop Transition in the Archdiocese of Denver

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila prays during the annual graduation Mass for graduates of the Denver Catholic Biblical School at St. Thomas...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Jun 16, 20254 min read

Sacred Heart with thorns and flame on a yellow background. Faint image of people in robes in pews. Black and yellow striped border.

Love the Church, Serve the Church: Denver's Dire Need for Priestly Vocations

(Composite design using public domain/Denver Catholic file photos) When asked about the "greatest commandment," Jesus gave a glimpse into...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Jun 9, 20257 min read

Clergy in cream robes and mitres stand in a church with stained glass. Sunlight filters in, creating a serene atmosphere.

What Happens When a Roman Catholic Bishop or Archbishop Retires?

Bishops gather at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception for the episcopal consecration of then-Father Jorge Rodríguez in...

Denver Catholic Staff

Jun 3, 20253 min read

Priest pours water over a smiling woman in a baptismal font. Ornate church setting with gold accents and onlookers in the background.

How to become Catholic in 2025: A step-by-step guide

A young woman is baptized at the 2024 Easter vigil at St. Mary’s Catholic Center at Texas A&M. (Photo: Courtesy of St. Mary’s Catholic...

EWTN News

May 29, 20255 min read

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Good is not Good Enough: Loving our Neighbors through the Spiritual Works of Mercy

(Photo: Unsplash) Our coffees clanked down on the counter. Steam rose out of the mug, twisting and circling as it floated up into...

Tanner Kalina

May 19, 20255 min read

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Honoring St. Brendan and Our Modern Mariners: A Journey of Faith and the Sea

St. Brendan the Navigator. This modern statue to St Brendan stands on Samphire Island which can be reached by a causeway from Fenit....

Denver Catholic Staff

May 16, 20252 min read

A man with a backpack carries a child, standing beside a woman. All wear plaid shirts in a serene rural landscape at sunset, looking thoughtful.

Strangers and Sojourners: Immigration Will Remain a Pressing Issue for the Church

What does the Catholic Church teach about immigration? (Photo: Lightstock) Pope Francis made outreach and support for migrants a hallmark...

Jared Staudt

May 8, 20255 min read

Statue of a robed figure holding a child in a gold alcove, surrounded by four candlesticks and a crucifix on a white altar. Calm mood.

The Great St. Joseph: Spouse of the Blessed Virgin Mary and Foster Father of Jesus Christ

(Photo: Unsplash) Over the past few weeks, I’ve had the privilege of teaching about the titles, virtues and roles in salvation history of...

Daniel Campbell

May 1, 20255 min read

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Easter, the Cross and Covenant Love: What They Mean for Your Marriage Today

(Photo: Lightstock) It’s always nice when a long-running series converges with the liturgical year. For the past several months, I’ve...

Mary Beth Bonacci

Apr 29, 20255 min read

St. Peter's Basilica domes at sunset, framed by buildings. A street with lamps and vehicles leads to the basilica, creating a serene ambiance.

Conclave Cooperation: The Cardinals, the Holy Spirit and You

(Photo: Pexels) “His office let another take.” St. Peter, our first Pope, quoted Psalm 109:8 to his fellow apostles after the Ascension...

Jared Staudt

Apr 24, 20255 min read

St. Peter's Basilica dome at sunset against a pale sky, flanked by statues. A serene and majestic architectural scene.

More than a Movie: What is a Conclave? And Other Papal Questions, Answered

(Photo: Unsplash) Cardinals from the corners of the world are making their way to Rome to discern who the next Bishop of Rome might be,...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Apr 24, 20255 min read

People in white gowns hold lit candles in a solemn ceremony. The setting is bright and blurred, evoking a peaceful, reverent mood.

Why They Convert: Conversations with New Catholics

Neither homelessness nor divorce, neither addiction nor loneliness, neither anxiety nor brokenness can keep these new Catholics from...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Apr 22, 202516 min read

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Do I have to go to Mass when it snows?

(Photo: Unsplash) In another expected surprise, the Colorado weather has changed… again . Our beautiful, sunny, 70-degree run of perfect...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Apr 18, 20254 min read

A clergyman in red and gold vestments, wearing a pink skullcap, stands at an altar. Another person in white robe beside him. Church setting.

Archbishop Aquila Reflects on Seven Last Words of Christ

(Photo by Daniel Petty/Denver Catholic) On Ash Wednesday, March 5, 2025, Denver Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila published "Standing with Mary...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila

Apr 18, 202511 min read

Two women converse outdoors, one in a wheelchair with a gray coat, the other smiling in a black "Christ in the City" jacket; blurred crowd behind.

Love Your Neighbor Out of Love for God

(Photo courtesy of Christ in the City) In the last issue of the Denver Catholic, I emphasized that our primary calling is to love God...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila

Mar 31, 20254 min read

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The Power of Prayer: Relying on God in Times of Uncertainty

(Photo: Pexels) From job transitions to facing tragedy and loss, prayer remains a constant in the Christian life. For many in Northern...

Kara Klausner

Mar 29, 20253 min read

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Will You Sit with Christ's Holy, Sorrowful Face this Lent?

Understanding Christ's Love through Iconography and the Cross Artist(s) Unknown. Maestro della Croce 434 . “Crucifix with Stories of the...

Elizabeth Zelasko

Mar 28, 20254 min read

A contemplative woman sits on a bed in a dimly lit room with golden light streaming through a doorway, casting a warm glow on her.

8 Things to Know and Share About the Annunciation

The Angel Gabriel appeared to Mary to announce the birth of Christ. Here are eight things to know and share about the event and how we...

National Catholic Register

Mar 25, 20256 min read

Lent 2025: 7 answers to your questions about fasting and abstinence

(Photo: Lightstock) By Cynthia Perez/CNA The Catholic Church has a series of practices and traditions that mark the liturgical calendar...

EWTN News

Mar 14, 20253 min read

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