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(Photo courtesy of St. Michael Parish, Calhan, Facebook) Father John Auer, a beloved priest affectionately known as “God’s fisherman” for his lifelong love of fly fishing, entered eternal life on Nov. 20 after 45 years of priestly ministry. Ordained in 1979 for the Archdiocese of Denver, he became a priest of the newly formed Diocese of Colorado Springs in 1984. His decades of service, marked by perseverance, gratitude and an unwavering devotion to the people of God, leave a

(Photo provided) Betsy H. Boyle, a beloved educator and leader whose life was dedicated to Catholic schools in the Archdiocese of Denver and across the United States, passed away suddenly at home on Friday, November 7, 2025. Born in Cleveland, Ohio, Betsy was the daughter of the late Lois (Hale) and John Boyle and sister of Jack Boyle. Although her roots were in Ohio, her impact extended far beyond, particularly through her decades of service in Catholic education. She is sur

(Photo: Pexels) The Archdiocese of Denver joins the Congregation of the Mother of the Redeemer and the faithful of Queen of Vietnamese Martyrs Parish in Wheat Ridge in mourning the passing of Father Hilary Maria Khanh Nguyen, CRM, a devoted priest and missionary who served with humility and joy in several dioceses across the United States, including here in the Archdiocese of Denver. Born on July 15, 1951, in Phu Tho, Vietnam, Father Nguyen was the son of Truc Ba Nguyen and N

(Photo: Focus on the Family/Wikimedia Commons CC BY-SA 3.0) By Amira Abuzeid/CNA James Dobson, the evangelical Christian psychologist,...

(Photo provided) Deacon Daniel Matthias Marthe, 97, a devoted servant of the Church and beloved husband, father and grandfather, was...

(Photo provided) When James H. Mauck first arrived in Denver in 1974 to take the helm of Catholic Charities, the organization was modest...

Deacon Clarence McDavid laughs while greeting a parishioner at Cure d'Ars, present for the annual archdiocesan Peace and Justice Mass in...

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

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

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

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

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

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

(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...

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

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

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

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

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