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As Election Night results unfold, the bishops urge state leaders to protect human dignity, defend religious liberty and serve the most vulnerable. (Photo by Grant Whitty/Denver Catholic) Editor’s Note: This is a developing story and will be updated as more information, including vote counts, is released. Election Night results came pouring in mere moments after polls closed in Colorado on Tuesday evening. With some closely-watched races called early by the Associated Press

Archbishop James Golka and Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez encourage the faithful to join Catholics nationwide in nine days of prayer for candidates, voters and elected officials. Denver Archbishop James Golka prays in Christ the King Chapel at St. John Vianney Seminary in Denver. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) Denver Archbishop James Golka and Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez are inviting the faithful to join their brother bishops and them in prayer leading

Father Jaime Valdez, pastor of St. Therese Parish in Aurora, celebrates Mass for the community now celebrating 100 years of faith and service. (Photo courtesy of St. Therese Parish, Aurora) Aurora’s first Catholic church was founded in 1926 by Father Henry Geisert, who had moved from St. Louis to Colorado for his health. He named the parish after the then newly minted St. Therese of Lisieux to fulfill an oath he had made in return for his restored well-being. Upon her deathbe

Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez will celebrate an anniversary Mass on Oct. 24, honoring the founder of Opus Dei and his enduring message that everyday work and family life can become paths to holiness. Bishop Jorge Rodríguez will celebrate a Mass for Opus Dei's anniversary on Oct. 24. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) By Veronica Ambuul Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez will join Catholics from across the Archdiocese of Denver this month to celebrate a tr

(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

Catholics from dozens of cultures gathered at All Saints Parish in Denver for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees, bringing together stories of suffering and displacement with a faith that refuses to surrender hope. Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez smiles with Peruvians in traditional dress after Mass for the World Day of Migrants and Refugees. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) The beauty of the Catholic Church was on full display Friday as hundreds ga

Now in its seventh year, the Archdiocese of Denver’s annual veterans gathering offers prayer, confession, support and community for those who served. Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez celebrates Mass during the annual In God We Trust event, which honors and serves military veterans. (Photo by Dan Petty) By Deacon Chris Tranchetti It is oh-dark-thirty in the parking lot of Our Lady of Loreto Parish in Foxfield. A group of men stands waiting. Another man arrives with a wo

Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez greets Massgoers following the annual Chrism Mass. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) This Friday, September 25, Pope Leo XIV invites us to recognize, welcome and accompany the most vulnerable. On the occasion of the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, the Holy Father is placing special attention on children and adolescents affected by migration, citing the words of Jesus in Matthew 18:10: “Even one of these little ones...” The

Colorado’s first Hispanic Serra Club begins with more than 120 members and a mission to strengthen priestly and religious vocations in the Church through prayer and service. Bishop Jorge Rodríguez (third from left) and Father Sean Galvin, pastor of Immaculate Conception Parish in Lafayette (third from right), hold plaques from Serra International during the chartering ceremony for the new Hispanic Serra Club in the Archdiocese of Denver. (Photo by Christina Antus/Denver Catho

Hundreds of faithful took part in Denver’s first Marian Day, held on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, in a gathering marked by faith, prayer and devotion. At the conclusion of the first Marian Day in the Archdiocese of Denver, the faithful walked together in procession, united in prayer and devotion to the Virgin Mary. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) “Mary’s yes can change the whole world.” With these moving words from his homily, De

Annual gathering brought together Denver’s deacons, wives, widowed deacons, widows and priests for Mass, renewal of promises and fraternity Archdiocesan deacons gathered August 12 for the annual Deacon Day, celebrating their vocations and service to the Church. (Photo by Majewski Digital Photography) Bishop Jorge Rodríguez joined the deacons for the annual celebration. (Photo by Majewski Digital Photography) Deacons from across the Archdiocese of Denver, including active, ret

Together with an international delegation of Catholics working for social justice with the Vatican, Denver Catholics prayed for a deeper respect for human dignity, especially for migrants. Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez prays the Rosary outside of the Hudson Correctional Facility, which will reopen as a detention center for the United States Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). (Photo by Joe Donelson/Denver Catholic) On the wide, sweeping plains of Hudson, Colo

(Photos ©Vatican Media) The pallium pilgrimage was a blessed and unique experience for pilgrims, to be sure, but one special moment for Northern Colorado's shepherds stood out among them all: meeting Pope Leo XIV! While in Rome for the pilgrimage and Pallium Mass, Denver Archbishop James Golka, Archbishop Emeritus Samuel J. Aquila, and Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez, together with John Magee, archdiocesan chancellor, and Deacon Doug Flinn, archdiocesan general counse

While in Rome to receive his pallium from Pope Leo XIV, the Denver archbishop met with Vatican officials to advance the causes of canonization. From left to right: John Magee, archdiocesan chancellor; Father Bogusław Turek, C.S.M.A., undersecretary for the Dicastery for the Causes of Saints; Denver Archbishop James Golka; Denver Auxiliary Bishop Jorge Rodríguez; Deacon Doug Flinn, archdiocesan general counsel; and Father Patrick Dorélus of the Dicastery. (Photo by André Escal

(Photos by André Escaleira, Jr.) We started our day with some free time, which meant that I had the chance to see Pope Leo — an opportunity I couldn’t pass up! When Pope Leo appeared in the window, the energy was electric. The Vicar of Christ, the world’s spiritual father, an American, was right there! As he spoke, I couldn’t help but tear up: his message called us to love more devotedly, more freely, more generously, even as Mary did — she who loved Jesus, even knowing she w

(Photos by André Escaleira, Jr.) We’ve been in Rome three days now, and they’ve been filled with holy saints and sites, with lots to see, experience and learn. St. Paul Outside the Walls was beautiful. Our after-hours tour of the Vatican Museums — and the half hour we had alone in the Sistine Chapel — was moving. Borgo Laudato Si’, a Vatican project for integral ecology, was impressive. Castel Gandalfo, the pope’s summer residence, was beautiful, too. As wonderful as all thes

Catholics from across Northern Colorado gathered to honor Jesus in the Eucharist with prayer, song and public witness through the streets of Denver. Father Paul Nguyen, O.M.V., pastor of Holy Ghost Parish in Denver, processes in front of the Capitol with the monstrance during the Corpus Christi Eucharistic procession in Downtown Denver. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) Sirens, honking and… hymns? It might not be a typical trifecta for a Saturday evening in Down

(Photo: Unsplash) The four Colorado bishops and the diocesan administrator of the Diocese of Colorado Springs have issued a joint letter through the Colorado Catholic Conference regarding HB26-1309, urging the faithful to call their senators to vote no unless major amendments are made before passage. The full letter is printed below. Colorado Bishops’ Statement on HB26-1309 Abuse in Cases of Separation We, the Catholic Bishops of Colorado, are deeply concerned about several

Pro-life advocates gather in Denver to promote a culture of life rooted in Christ, compassion and support for mothers and children. The 2026 Colorado March for Life was nearly overshadowed by cloud, snow, cold and the world's challenges. Instead, marchers were rooted in a spirit of joy and hope. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) “Cold, snow, wind!” “Bless the Lord!” “The gift of human life.” “Bless the Lord!” The meteorologically appropriate revision of Daniel 3