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Sunset over St. Peter's Basilica in Rome. The golden sun illuminates the domed structure, with a warm glow casting over the cityscape.

Synodality against episcopacy?

(Photo: Pixabay) After defining , within strict limits, the infallibility of papal teaching on faith and morals, the First Vatican...

George Weigel

Apr 9, 20253 min read

Golden-domed building with American and Colorado flags, partially obscured by lush green tree, under a cloudy sky.

Colorado Bishops Issue Open Letter to Governor Jared Polis Urging Veto of SB 183 Abortion Financing Bill

(Photo: Pexels) Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila, Bishop Jorge Rodriguez, Bishop James Golka of Colorado Springs and Bishop Stephen Berg of...

Denver Catholic Staff

Apr 8, 20253 min read

Men in black suits and clerical collars stand in prayer with heads bowed and hands clasped, in a softly lit room, creating a solemn mood.

PHOTOS: A Blessed and Successful Deacon Convocation in the Archdiocese of Denver

(Photo by Ryan Brady) By Deacon Ernie Martinez Director of Deacons, Archdiocese of Denver The Archdiocese of Denver recently hosted a...

Guest Contributor

Apr 8, 20254 min read

Statue of Jesus on a hilltop in a scenic mountainous area. People walk nearby. Green forest and blue sky in the background set a serene mood.

Saints Among Us: The Holy Men and Women Who Shaped Colorado's Catholic Legacy

(Photo courtesy of the Mother Cabrini Shrine Facebook page) Did you know that Colorado has a rich Catholic heritage, stretching back...

Denver Catholic Staff

Apr 8, 20256 min read

A large group of altar servers and priests, dressed in white and red robes, pose inside a church with a mural of Jesus on the wall behind.

“Riley, you have chosen the cross”: Local Parishioner Becomes Order’s First American-Born Vocation

Amid an army of altar servers, Br. Riley Blanchard professed final vows in the Disciples of the Hearts of Jesus and Mary (Photo by Jason...

Jenny Uebbing

Apr 7, 20254 min read

Bearded man in a beanie holds a sign reading "Seeking Human Kindness" in a subway station. People walk by in the background. Black and white.

'I Just Want to Be Your Friend': The Corporal Works of Mercy as a Means of Encountering Christ

(Photo: Unsplash) By Senite Sahlezghi (Denver Catholic file photo) Evening Prayer had just ended, the smell of incense still looming in...

Guest Contributor

Apr 7, 20255 min read

A group of bishops in white robes and miters sit in a grand hall, listening to a speaker. The mood is solemn. "Concilium Nicaenum I" is visible.

Vatican releases document to mark 1,700th anniversary of First Council of Nicaea

The Council of Nicaea in 325 as depicted in a fresco by Giovanni Guerra (1544-1618), Cesare Nebbia (1534-1614) e aiuti, in Salone Sistino...

Catholic News Agency

Apr 6, 20252 min read

A man holds a golden monstrance in a dimly lit church, surrounded by clergy in white robes, with a spotlight creating a solemn mood.

SEEK and Find: Local Parishioner Reflects on Encountering Christ at Annual FOCUS Conference

Coloradans invited deeper into missionary discipleship at SEEK26, coming to Denver next year (Photo by Josh Applegate, courtesy of FOCUS)...

Guest Contributor

Apr 5, 20252 min read

A baby in white is held over a crystal bowl during a baptism. A hand gently touches the baby's head, with water dripping down.

More than Another Class: Baptism Prep as an Opportunity for Evangelization

(Photo: Pixabay/Pexels) I know the parents of a one-year-old boy who recently attended a Baptism prep class at a parish. The mother is a...

Allison Auth

Apr 5, 20254 min read

Children and adults walk in procession along a church wall with gold plaques and crosses. They carry papers, creating a solemn atmosphere.

JeffCo Transcript Features Youth-Led Stations of the Cross at Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Lakewood

(Photo courtesy of the JeffCo Transcript) The Stations of the Cross are a Lenten Friday staple in Catholic churches across the world. As...

Denver Catholic Staff

Apr 4, 20251 min read

Two men in matching hats and shirts smile in a restaurant with red and white walls, decorated with framed photos. A play button is overlaid.

WATCH | Archbishop Aquila and GB Fish & Chips: "Eat Your Fish on Friday!"

Remember to eat your fish on Friday! Lenten Fridays mean no meat, but that doesn't have to be too much of a burden! Archbishop Samuel J....

Denver Catholic Staff

Apr 4, 20251 min read

Three smiling girls in plaid skirts and maroon tops dance joyfully indoors. People seated in the background watch and applaud.

Friendship in Fullness: Building Christ-Centered Community

Pippa, Taelyn and Poppy walk the runway together at the FIRE Foundation of Denver’s annual Hearts on FIRE Fundraiser & Fashion Show....

Guest Contributor

Apr 4, 20254 min read

Denver Catholic Lenten Cookbook: Roasted Red Pepper Pasta with Oregano Breadcrumbs

(Photo by André Escaleira, Jr.) Prep time: 20 mins Cook time: 30 mins Cost: $$ Servings: 4 Ingredients: 1 lb pasta of your choosing 3/4...

Denver Catholic Staff

Apr 4, 20252 min read

A woman in a white shirt holds a red rose beside a framed religious image in a room with soft light. Text reads "Appeal in Action."

“We have the responsibility to protect life”: Loving neighbor by defending the dignity of life

(Photo provided) For Laura Acosta, a parishioner at Holy Cross in Thornton, saving the lives of the most vulnerable through prayer has...

Archdiocese of Denver

Apr 3, 20253 min read

A smiling woman in a black lace veil shakes hands with a man in white in an ornate room. Two men in black robes and pink sashes sit in the background.

A Surreal Blessing: Local Parishioner Reflects on Meeting Pope Francis Two Weeks Before His Hospitalization

(Photo: Vatican Media, courtesy of Sandra Miley) Two weeks before Pope Francis was hospitalized on Feb. 14, Sandra Miley, parishioner at...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Apr 2, 20253 min read

Pope St. John Paul II, vested in yellow and white robes, holds a cross, eyes closed in prayer. Background features blurred floral decorations. Peaceful atmosphere.

Pope St. John Paul II, Doctor of the Church?

Pope St. John Paul II celebrates Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver during World Youth Day 1993....

George Weigel

Apr 2, 20253 min read

A historical-style painting shows a man in a jester's hat addressing a crowd in a classical setting. People in robes watch intently.

The Divine Comedy of April Fool’s Day: Finding Joy and Laughter in Faith

St. Paul Preaching in Athens by Raphael, c. 1515, edited. (Photo: Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons) April 1st has long been known as a day...

Denver Catholic Staff

Apr 1, 20253 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

Three men wearing aprons work together in a kitchen. Two are in "Team Samaritan House" jerseys. Knives are visible on the wall behind them.

Millions of miles trekked and now, millions of dollars raised. Team Samaritan celebrates a massive milestone for Catholic Charities

(Photo provided) By Cat Kerr/Catholic Charities Team Samaritan’s journey began with a single goal: to change the narrative of...

Catholic Charities

Mar 30, 20252 min read

Gold crucifix with silver Jesus figure on an altar, blurred church aisle in the background, evoking a serene and reverent mood.

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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