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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.
7 hours ago10 min read


PHOTOS | A Lightning Rod for God’s Grace: Cathedral Sees Sparks of Spiritual Renewal
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila prays before those receiving sacraments during the Easter Vigil at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate...

Morgan Knobloch
4 days ago5 min read


Equipping Men for Mission through Brotherhood and Leadership
If you ask Patrick Nieukirk why he stepped into leadership for Summit Men’s Ministry, he won’t start with strategy or numbers. He’ll start with brotherhood. “Today, men are isolated,” Nieukirk explained. “They’re leaving their families and struggling with addiction and loneliness. One in three men in the pews don’t have real male friendships in their parish. Brotherhood makes men stronger. It makes families stronger. It makes the Church stronger. That’s why I’m doing this.”

Marie San Jose
Jul 33 min read


Roamin' Catholics
Common to modern Catholic life has become the dynamic of parish shopping, driving whatever distance we might to find the perfect fit. This is nothing new and hasn’t been since the automobile’s appearance. More problematic than driving to the “right” parish, however, is the seeming prevalence of Catholics who never actually make a purchase.

Guest Contributor
Jun 305 min read


God Keeps His Promise: A Pentecost Art Reflection on the Advocate Who Dwells Within
Pentecost by Jean Restout, c. 1732. (Photo: Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons) It is easy to be caught off guard by Pentecost. If I don’t...

Elizabeth Zelasko
Jun 274 min read


‘I Just Love Learning About Jesus’: Totus Tuus Transforms Hearts at Guardian Angels in Mead, and Across the Archdiocese
(Photo by Neil McDonough) This summer, Guardian Angels Parish in Mead came alive with laughter, learning and prayer as it hosted...

Marie San Jose
Jun 244 min read


Wounded Love: Self-protection vs. Self-gift
(Photo: Lightstock) My first job at a parish after graduating from college was a bit of a shock. Coming down the mountain, so to speak,...

Allison Auth
Jun 194 min read


Bearing Witness to the People of Myanmar — From Colorado to Rome
Risen Christ Parish in Denver has become a spiritual home for several refugee families from Myanmar. (Photo by Neil McDonough) In a...

Denver Catholic Staff
Jun 171 min read


This Father's Day, A Denver Dad and His Daughter Show What Prayerful Love to the Forgotten Looks Like
Scott and Lindsay Hudson, two dedicated volunteers with The Rosary Team. (Photo provided) By Teresa Rodriguez For over two years, Scott...

Guest Contributor
Jun 133 min read


Serving the Family, Serving the Church: The Dual Vocation of a Deacon
Abram with his wife and children. (Photo provided) “Fathers, do not provoke your children to anger, but bring them up with the training...

Guest Contributor
Jun 134 min read


Camino, Colorado and Christ: Inside the Adventure Ministry of Creatio
In the age of noise and screens, one Colorado-based ministry is helping people encounter God through dirt paths, holy sites and hard...

André Escaleira, Jr.
Jun 112 min read


Is Biohacking Playing God? A Christian Take on Health, Longevity and Humility
A patient seeks out red light therapy, which is said to have positive effects on skin and overall health. (Photo: Pexels) The Promises of...

Mallory Smyth
Jun 96 min read


'Mercy Had a Face': How One Man’s Detour Sparked a Life of Mission
(Photo provided) For Sam Schultz, a life of service began with an unexpected detour. While driving through Denver six years ago,...

Archdiocese of Denver
Jun 54 min read


Love the Church and Step Boldly Into the Mission
St. Joan of Arc by Albert Lynch, c. 1903. (Photo: Public Domain/Wikimedia Commons) As we begin a new papacy with Pope Leo XIV, we find...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila
Jun 24 min read


From Conversations to Conversion: Josh and Raul’s Journey of Friendship and Faith
(Photo provided) By Cat Kerr/Catholic Charities When Josh first met Raul at Catholic Charities’ Samaritan House, he didn’t expect much...

Catholic Charities
May 313 min read


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...

Catholic News Agency
May 295 min read


Praying for the World: The Rosary Team Brings Mary’s Message to the Margins
(Photo provided) By Teresa Rodriguez Each May, Catholics around the world turn their hearts toward the Blessed Virgin Mary, honoring her...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 292 min read


‘My First Hail Mary in 45 Years’: Rosary Team Brings Prayer to Memory Care Residents
'One that really got to me was I was praying with one resident and she said to me after we were done praying, ‘That’s the first Hail Mary...

Catholic News Agency
May 243 min read


YOU’RE INVITED: Called By Name Vocations Campaign Invites Prayers and Submissions to Build a Culture of Vocations
(Courtesy of Vianney Vocations) Coming soon to a parish near you is a campaign meant to promote vocations to the priesthood in the...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 153 min read


LISTEN | 'Do You Love Me?': Abide in Christ, Not the World – Archbishop Aquila’s Call to Radical Discipleship in Honor of Pope Francis
Archbishop Aquila elevates the Eucharist during the 10:30 a.m. Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver on...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila
May 58 min read
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