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A Pillar of Faith: Deacon Clarence McDavid’s 38-Year Legacy at Cure d’Ars Parish and Beyond
Deacon Clarence McDavid laughs while greeting a parishioner at Cure d'Ars, present for the annual archdiocesan Peace and Justice Mass in...

Sheryl Tirol
Jun 58 min read


Remembering Deacon Martin "Marty" Wager
(Denver Catholic file photo) Deacon Martin “Marty” Wager, age 75, passed peacefully into the loving embrace of our Lord on May 10, after...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 192 min read


Remembering Father James B. Doran, OMV
Father James Bernard Doran, OMV, preaches during Mass. (Photo provided) The Archdiocese of Denver joins the Oblates of the Virgin Mary in...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 142 min read


Remembering Deacon Russell Halpine
Known for a life of diaconal service and deep spiritual devotion, Deacon Halpine "embodied the quiet strength of a servant's heart"...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 22 min read


Remembering Deacon Michael Grafner
Known for humble service, practical wisdom and a heart for others, the "Deacon of the Boiler Room" embodied the heart of the diaconate...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 22 min read


Remembering Father Roger Leo Lascelle
(Denver Catholic file photo) Father Roger Leo Lascelle, a longtime priest of the Archdiocese of Denver, entered into eternal life on...

Denver Catholic Staff
Mar 242 min read


Remembering Father Michael Suchnicki, O.F.M. Cap.
(Photo provided) Father Michael Suchnicki, O.F.M. Cap., a devoted servant of God, faithful priest and beloved friend, entered into...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 264 min read


Remembering Deacon Al Sandoval
(Photo by Neil McDonough) Deacon Al Sandoval, a devoted servant of Christ and a pioneering leader in the diaconate, passed away on...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 222 min read


Remembering Deacon Christopher Byrne
(Photo by Neil McDonough) “When life gets me down or throws curveballs at me, it’s my belief and faith in Jesus and the Catholic Church...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 172 min read


Remembering Deacon David Arling
(Photo by Neil McDonough) Deacon David Arling was a quiet, gentle and compassionate servant whose life radiated faith, humility and love....

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 162 min read


Remembering Deacon Patrick Travis
(Denver Catholic file photo) Deacon Patrick Travis was a man of deep faith, unwavering devotion and steadfast service to his country, his...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 152 min read


Remembering Deacon Robert “Bob” Howard
(Photo: Denver Catholic file photo) As his application to the diaconate revealed, Deacon Robert Howard wanted to “live the way Christ...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 81 min read


Remembering Deacon Nathan Coursey
(Photo: Denver Catholic file photo) Deacon Nathan Coursey dedicated his life to humble service, bringing God’s love and mercy to his...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 81 min read


Remembering Deacon Witold Engel
(Photo: Denver Catholic file photo) Deacon Witold Engel, a devoted deacon, passed away on October 19, 2023, at the age of 90. His life...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 82 min read


Remembering Deacon James “Jim” Ball, Sr.
(Photo: Adobe Stock) Deacon James “Jim” Ball, Sr., “believed that [his] talents and skills lie in [his] ability to minister to the needs...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 81 min read


Remembering Deacon Marvin Hegarty
(Photo: Denver Catholic file photo) When Deacon Marvin Hegarty entered the Diaconate Formation Program, he wanted to understand himself...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 82 min read


Remembering Deacon Norman Beabout
(Photo: Denver Catholic file photo) Deacon Norman Beabout dedicated his life to faith, service and family. He was ordained as a deacon on...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 82 min read


Remembering Deacon Bill Jordan
(Photo: Denver Catholic file photo) After years of ministry, Deacon Bill Jordan passed away on June 6, 2024. Deacon Bill Jordan’s passion...

Denver Catholic Staff
Feb 81 min read


Remembering Father Roland Freeman: A Life of Service, Faith and Love
(Photo by MacKenzie Carullo/Denver Catholic) Father Roland Freeman, 85, a beloved priest, clinical psychologist and devoted advocate for...

Sheryl Tirol
Jan 154 min read


Community honors local legacy of Sr. Mary Ann and Sr. Mary, 2 Loretto Sisters
(Photo: Unsplash) The Loretto Community recently honored the lives and legacies of two long-time Loretto Sisters who passed away last...

Denver Catholic Staff
Nov 10, 20245 min read
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