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Father Aric Serrano, SJ, (left) and Father Ron Gonzales, SJ, (right) join the Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House team. The two bilingual priests arrive to bolster Hispanic retreat offerings at a time of great interest. (Photo provided) By Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House Staff Recently, two Jesuits were added to the staff at Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat House in Sedalia. Father Aric Serrano, S.J., and Father Ron Gonzales, S.J., both arrived in Northern Colorado about the same

Archbishop James Golka joined St. Francis of Assisi Parish for its annual Feastival, marking the Franciscan Jubilee with Mass, festivities and a candlelit Transitus procession. Deacon Brandon Justice leads the St. Francis of Assisi Parish community in the Transitus, a traditional Franciscan prayer service. (Photo provided) He tore his clothes and ran when offered riches. He preached to the birds. He seemed crazy to the world. Yet, every year on October 4, people across the gl

From a mission field in China to a preschool classroom, one Spirit of Christ parishioner's love for others keeps finding new places to go. (Photo provided) Mary Ann Mahoney can still picture the pew: Second from the left, Shrine of St. Anne Parish in Arvada, 9:00 a.m. Mass every Sunday of her childhood, the Christmas Day blizzard of 1982 included. Her family's fidelity to never missing a single Sunday Mass set the pattern for a life that has since taken her from a Chinese m

Pope Leo XIV greets people as he rides in the popemobile before celebrating Mass in St. Peter’s Square at the Vatican June 1, 2025, as part of the Jubilee of Families, Children, Grandparents and the Elderly. (Photo: CNS/Lola Gomez) The Church has always taught that the Gospel bears social implications, shaping how Christians live in the world. Catholic Social Teaching (CST), however, developed only when the fabric of Christendom — the legacy of Christian culture — had worn th

The Bottom Line Diaper Bank Fall Diaper Drive runs Oct. 1-30, collecting diapers and financial gifts to support babies and families across Northern Colorado. (Photo provided) For families with babies and young children, diapers are more than a convenience — they are a necessity. But for too many parents, keeping enough diapers on hand can be a financial challenge. This October, Catholic Charities is inviting our community to help change that through the Bottom Line Diaper B

Jonathan Reyes will serve as FOCUS’ next chief executive officer, effective Nov. 16. Jonathan Reyes, the new CEO of FOCUS. (Photo: FOCUS) By Francesca Pollio Fenton/EWTN News FOCUS, one of the largest Catholic outreach and missionary organizations in the world, announced Oct. 7 that Jonathan Reyes will serve as the organization’s next chief executive officer, effective Nov. 16. “Decades ago, I joined FOCUS at Curtis Martin’s invitation to support the important work of mission

Children with anomalies in a superstitious part of Ghana are usually cast aside or killed. She nourishes them with food, education, spiritual devotion and love. Sr. Stan Therese Mario Mumuni, founder of the Nazareth Home for God’s Children in Yendi, Ghana, has worked to save children's lives for nearly 20 years, with Archdiocesan support. (Photo provided) In a superstitious area of Northern Ghana in Africa, children who are deformed or developmentally disabled, twins or chi

The Global Rosary for Peace will take place Oct. 22, the feast of St. John Paul II. (Photo: Lightstock) By Francesca Pollio Fenton/EWTN News Catholics around the world are invited to join in prayer for the Global Rosary for Peace taking place on Oct. 22, the feast of St. John Paul II. The event is an international prayer initiative that aims to bring together families, parishes, schools, religious communities, and individuals from around the world in response to Pope Leo XIV’

Front page of the Baltimore Sun on October 10, 1966, after the Baltimore Orioles won the 1966 World Series. (Photo: Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons) I am not usually given to apocalypticism, but I think I got the imagery exactly right when, in 2001, I called my brother and described the ruins left by the demolition of Baltimore’s Memorial Stadium as akin to “the abomination of desolation” (cf. Daniel 9:27, 11:31, 12:11). What had once been our youthful field of dreams, wh

At a solemn Transitus liturgy in Denver, hundreds marked the anniversary of St. Francis of Assisi’s death by retracing his final journey — and reflecting on his enduring call to simply follow Jesus. Hundreds celebrated the life and legacy of St. Francis of Assisi on the 800th anniversary of his death through the Transitus, a special Franciscan prayer service, Mass, Adoration, Night Prayer and Blessings of Animals. (Photo by Christina Antus/Denver Catholic) It was a cool, somb

Denver Archbishop James Golka greets Mass goers following the annual liturgy prior to the March for Life. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) At the heart of the Church’s defense of life is a simple but powerful response: prayer. This October, Catholics across the Archdiocese of Denver are invited to come together in that prayer as Archbishop James R. Golka celebrates a special 40 Days for Life Mass at Marisol Health. The Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October

Through saint portrayals, family stories, prayer and Mass, the annual events invited Catholics to see the Wheat Ridge cemetery not simply as a place of death, but as a place of remembrance, mercy and hope. When the rain cleared on the final Night at the Cemetery, a rainbow formed over the cemetery, a clear reminder of God's promise that death is not the end. (Photo courtesy of Catholic Funeral and Cemetery Services of Colorado) By Erin Scherer There may have been rain at Moun

The day before Cabrini Day, Archbishop James Golka made his first official visit to Mother Cabrini Shrine, celebrating a saint whose courage, compassion and missionary faith still challenge Catholics today. Denver Archbishop James Golka smiles with Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Capuchin Franciscans and Mother Cabrini Shrine staff during his first official visit to the Shrine on the day before Cabrini Day. (Photo by Jonathan Phillips Photography, courtesy of Mother C

(Photo: Adobe Stock) As faithful Catholics, it is our duty to shape the moral character of our community, state and country through voting. Our faith maintains a hierarchy of values when voting on candidates and issues. The listed values are supported by the Colorado bishops. Each value is important; however, some are more foundational and therefore require more priority. It is the duty of each person’s conscience to adhere to objective truth, which is reflected in the below

(Photo: Unsplash) In observance of Mother Cabrini Day, the Archdiocese of Denver’s Archbishop James R. Golka and Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez, along with fellow Christian leaders from across Colorado, have released “A Pilgrim People, A Shared Home,” a joint statement honoring the contributions of immigrants and refugees as the United States marks its 250th anniversary this year. Drawing on Scripture, America’s founding ideals and Mother Frances Xavier Cabrini’s service to

Through a cherished Church tradition, the Magnifica por Endow Quinceañera program helps young women encounter Christ while strengthening bonds with friends, family and parish. Participants in ENDOW's Quinceañeara program are finding deeper faith, purpose and encouragement through the eight-week program. (Photo courtesy of ENDOW) For Carla Reyes, the Quinceañera formation program by Magnífica por Endow answered a need. After participating in an Endow study in her forties, she

Parish’s school joyfully observing its 75th anniversary St. Mary Parish in Littleton is celebrating 125 years of faith, service and community this month. (Photo courtesy of St. Mary Parish, Littleton) On December 8, 1900, the feast of the Immaculate Conception, Littleton pioneer Joseph W. Bowles donated land to build a Catholic church. The next day, Father Richard Brady, Bowles and 45 other faithful chose the name St. Mary Catholic Church and elected a building committee. Fat

From school boards and city councils to advocacy and public service, Catholics have opportunities to bring their faith into civic life and work for the common good. (Photo: Adobe Stock) By Nathan Fisher Associate Director Colorado Catholic Conference Faith and politics share a relationship that is deeply interconnected yet distinctly separate. As Catholics, every facet of our lives must be informed by our faith, including our political outlook and engagement. I learned this

After a devastating crash nearly ended Tom Schwein’s cycling ministry, he felt God calling him to keep going. Now Samaritan Cycling USA is embarking on a 3,000-mile ride to bring hope and help to people experiencing homelessness across the country. Tom Schwein (right) is preparing to Ride Across America with a team of 12, including Deacon Dan Cook (left). Their mission is to raise awareness and funds for homelessness nationwide. (Photo provided) Tom Schwein was mere feet fro

Coming from schools and parishes throughout Rome, the children will join the pontiff in the “One Million Children Praying the Rosary” campaign. Pope Leo XIV prays the rosary for peace during an evening prayer vigil in St. Peter's Basilica at the Vatican April 11, 2026. (Photo: CNS/Vatican Media) By Nicolás de Cárdenas/EWTN News Between 700 and 1,000 children will pray a rosary for peace with Pope Leo XIV on Oct. 1 at the Lourdes Grotto in the Vatican Gardens, part of a prayer