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‘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.
3 days ago3 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


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


YOU'RE INVITED: Experience the Joy of Adventure with Christ at Annunciation Heights!
Summer is fast-approaching and, with it, lots of free time for children across Northern Colorado. Before you get too stressed over finding things for them to do, check out Annunciation Heights and their youth camp offerings this summer! Through their youth camps, one of their seven mission streams, Annunciation Heights aims to bring young people into an encounter with Jesus Christ especially through adventure, nature, prayer and community. "Youth camp exists as an experience

Denver Catholic Staff
May 112 min read


Archbishop Aquila: On Mission Over the Years
A timeline of episcopal service in Northern Colorado (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) 2015-2016: Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation and Sealed & Sent "The world needs saints. Even as our society becomes more distant from faith and more forgetful of God, it still hungers for joyful witnesses who have been transformed by Christ. At the same time, new generations of Catholics need grace to sustain them in a non-Christian environment. To answer these needs, I have

Aaron Lambert
Mar 620 min read


3 Seminarians, 3 Apostolates Bring 1 Uncommon Commitment to Christ
Each journey to the priesthood began with a different question and a different apostolate, but the same Lord. Dominic Borchers, Tommy Myers and Will Ives, seminarians at St. John Vianney Theological Seminary in Denver, came to discern their vocations through their work at various Catholic apostolates. (Denver Catholic photo) Each person who commits themselves to a life of Catholic mission comes to that point through a unique journey, whether it’s a calling to marriage, single

Jay Sorgi
Feb 267 min read


Colorado: #6 Charitable State, #1 in Our Hearts this Colorado Gives Day
(Photo: Unsplash) Something special is happening in Colorado. This year, WalletHub ranked our state the 6th most charitable in the nation — climbing two spots from last year. That means Coloradans are not only giving back, they’re giving more than ever before. It’s no surprise to those who live here: we see generosity happen every day in mountain towns, suburbs and city streets across the Front Range. Giving is simply part of who we are. We shovel our neighbor’s driveway afte

Denver Catholic Staff
Dec 8, 20253 min read


Local, Catholic Giving: 15 Ways to Make an Impact This Giving Tuesday
As we break open our piggy banks to give gifts this season, here are 15 ways to give a gift with lasting impact right here in Northern Colorado. (Photo: Unsplash) As Advent begins and we prepare our hearts for the coming of Christ, Giving Tuesday offers a chance to pause, look around our own communities and ask: How can I share the love I’ve received? Every year, this global day of generosity invites people to support causes that matter. But here in Northern Colorado, Catholi

Denver Catholic Staff
Dec 1, 20253 min read


A Place of Peace and Prayer: Camp St. Malo Named Colorado's Newest Shrine
The beloved mountain retreat and Chapel on the Rock enter a new chapter as a shrine, uniting with Annunciation Heights to lead souls “to the heights” to encounter Christ in faith and through reconciliation. Camp St. Malo and its iconic St. Catherine Chapel on the Rock, pictured during the November Aurora Borealis event in Colorado, form Colorado's newest shrine alongside Annunciation Heights. The holy partnership is dedicated to evangelization through encounter and reconcil

André Escaleira, Jr.
Nov 14, 20256 min read


PHOTOS | Fiat Fest 2025: Where Faith, Family and Fun Fuel the Catholic Mission in the Rockies
From running trails to reaching hearts, Fiat Fest fuels the year-round missionary work of Annunciation Heights. Friends of Annunciation...

Guest Contributor
Aug 13, 20255 min read


YOU’RE INVITED: Annunciation Heights’ Biggest Party of the Summer – Fiat Fest 2025!
Fiat Fest is fun for all ages, with an accessible race for pro runners and parents pushing double strollers alike! (Photo by André...

Denver Catholic Staff
Jul 15, 20251 min read


Catholic Formation in the Rockies: How Annunciation Heights Shapes Missionaries for Life
From the mountains to the mission fields, the Archdiocese of Denver's camp is forming intentional disciples and sending them "down the...

André Escaleira, Jr.
Jul 11, 202510 min read


PHOTOS: Fiat Fest celebrates 5-Year milestone with adventure and community in the Rocky Mountains
Nestled near the stunning backdrop of Estes Park in the Rocky Mountains, Annunciation Heights recently marked a significant milestone...

Marie San Jose
Aug 2, 20242 min read
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