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America’s unofficial religion offers a God who asks little and promises happiness. But the God revealed in Scripture calls us to something far greater. (Photo: Lightstock) By Mary Beth Bonacci Does America have an official religion? Not “officially,” of course. But, at least according to one expert, we definitely have an American religion. And it is very widely practiced. Sociologist Christian Smith, some 20 years ago, conducted a study on the religious beliefs and habits of

While searching for control and connection, those who practice New Age spirituality — from tarot to Reiki, from manifestation to astrology — are led astray, into anxiety, depression and conflict. (Photo: Adobe Stock) By Cecilia Dietzler Across the Western world, New Age spirituality has seen a dramatic rise. From meditation apps to hair salons offering Reiki treatments, it seems to be a constant in our society. Yet, beneath the aesthetic appeal and trendy buzzwords, these pra

The three-hour October 22 meeting offered the archbishop the opportunity to raise concerns with national leaders. The prayer was a chance to ask God’s help. The mixed response that followed has weighed heavily on him. Denver Archbishop James Golka prays over President Trump in the Oval Office, alongside other brother bishops. (Photo courtesy of the White House) Months ago, Denver Archbishop James Golka received a special invitation: to meet alongside other Catholic bishops w

(Video by Margo Martin, Special Assistant to the President and Communications Advisor, on X) Denver Archbishop James Golka and other brother bishops from around the United States met with President Donald J. Trump in the Oval Office of the White House on Thursday, October 22. During the meeting, the bishops spoke with President Trump about religious freedom, school choice, family tax credits, religious visas and life, according to White House Faith Director Jenny Korn. At the

For more than a century, souls have come to know Jesus in the Littleton parish. On this major anniversary, Archbishop James Golka, the parish's pastor and community members reflect on the parish's impact. Denver Archbishop James Golka celebrated the anniversary Mass for St. Mary Parish in Littleton as the parish marks 125 years of encounter. (Photo by Jason Smith, courtesy of St. Mary Parish, Littleton) “45,656 days. That’s how many have passed since the Lord was first presen

Archdiocesan deacons pray during the annual Deacon Memorial Mass, which remembers deceased deacons and deacon wives and invites the community to pray for them. (Photo by Jen Majewski, courtesy of the Archdiocesan Office of the Diaconate) When their grandmother’s name was spoken during the Deacon Memorial Mass, three grandsons turned toward their deacon-grandfather and smiled. For Deacon Robert Hoffman of Christ the King Parish in Evergreen, that simple exchange with Greyson,

Archbishop James Golka calls on the faithful to pray for Pope Leo XIV following his lung cancer diagnosis and surgery. Read his full statement below. My dear brothers and sisters in Christ, we hold Pope Leo XIV close in prayer following his lung cancer diagnosis and give thanks to God for his successful surgery. We entrust our Holy Father to Jesus, the Divine Physician, whose love sustains and heals us. I ask the faithful to please continue to pray for Pope Leo, especially at

The pope crosses himself at the general audience in St. Peter's Square on Wednesday, Oct. 7, 2026. (Photo: Daniel Ibañez/EWTN News) By Marco Mancini/EWTN News VATICAN CITY — Pope Leo XIV underwent surgery Tuesday to remove the lower lobe of his right lung after doctors confirmed a diagnosis of lung adenocarcinoma, the Vatican announced Tuesday evening. “The Holy Father underwent thoracic surgery as scheduled. To ensure the radical removal of the tumor, the lower lobe of the r

A pilgrimage through France’s churches, shrines and sacred history culminated at Notre Dame — and in a renewed understanding of the miracle Catholics encounter at every Mass. The stunning Sainte-Chapelle, the former chapel for St. Louis IX, who built it to house relics of Christ's Passion. (Photo by Allison Auth) This summer, my oldest son and I had the opportunity to travel to France. We started with a family reunion celebrating the 100th anniversary of my great-grandparents

Baptism makes us beloved children of God — and gives us a lifelong mission as kings, prophets and priests to bring his Kingdom into the world. Father Mike Schmitz addresses Steubenville of the Rockies attendees during the conference's Sunday Mass, celebrated by Denver Archbishop James Golka. (Photo by Kim Rivera/Denver Catholic) Water flows. The baby cries. Everyone smiles. Now what? The Baptism takes only a few moments, but the Christian mission lasts a lifetime. So what doe

Denver Archbishop James Golka smiles with seniors at Holly Creek Retirement Community, where he visited to pray a Rosary. (Photo by Richard Caldwell, courtesy of The Rosary Team) By Teresa Rodriguez In celebration of National Grandparents Day and National Catholic Grandparents Day, Denver Archbishop James Golka joined more than 50 residents, staff and Rosary Team volunteers at Holly Creek Retirement Community in the Denver metro area to pray the Rosary together. For the senio

The Holy Father received 147 bishops from five continents, participants in a formation course in Rome for new bishops. Pope Leo XIV speaks during a Sept. 10, 2026, meeting in the Vatican Synod Hall with bishops ordained over the past year. The bishops were attending a course sponsored by the Dicastery for Bishops and the Dicastery for the Eastern Churches. (Photo: CNS/Vatican Media) By Victoria Cardiel/EWTN Pope Leo XIV said the first task bishops must place before every othe

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

(Photo provided) Step back and consider the past week: have there been moments when you’ve felt discouraged? What about moments of unexpected joy? We’ve all experienced the highs and lows of our spiritual life. What if there’s a way to navigate the terrain of our journey toward holiness with the timeless, practical wisdom of St. Ignatius? In January 2025, Father Timothy Gallagher, O.M.V., and Father Mark Yavarone, O.M.V., of the Oblates of the Virgin Mary (OMV) co-founded t

Francis of Assisi Receiving the Stigmata by Giotto, c. 1500. (Photo: Public Domain via Wikimedia Commons) October 3rd will mark 800 years since the death of St. Francis of Assisi. To celebrate this momentous occasion, Pope Leo XIV has proclaimed a Jubilee Year of St. Francis from January 10, 2026, to the following January. The fact that the entire Church is invited to enter this Jubilee shows us just how important the witness of St. Francis remains as a man truly conformed to

(Photo: Unsplash) A 2025 YouGov poll revealed some interesting factoids about Americans’ reading habits — or lack thereof. 40% of us didn’t read a book last year. About a quarter of the country read one to four books in 2025, and 13% clocked in at between five and nine books in all formats (print, electronic, audio). 19% of us did 82% of America’s book reading. So let’s up our game. Herewith, some suggestions for your own reading pleasure this summer, which I hope you’ll pass

As Auxiliary Bishop Kevin Kenney of the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis in Minnesota announced he was diagnosed with cancer, the Denver archbishop reminded him he “does not carry this cross alone.” Denver Archbishop James Golka kneels in prayer during the Good Friday service at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) Following the Archdiocese of St. Paul & Minneapolis’ Wednesday announcement that Auxiliary Bish

Photo of the night shift working north of Beulah. (Photo courtesy of Aspen Acres Fire 2026 Agency, Ernest Prax) Editor's Note: Multiple wildfires continue to burn across Colorado, forcing evacuations, destroying homes and threatening communities in the Dioceses of Pueblo and Colorado Springs. Three wildland firefighters also lost their lives while responding to the fires, underscoring the tremendous sacrifice made by those protecting others. As Catholics across the state join

The Holy Father conferred the pallium on 35 archbishops from around the world, including Northern Colorado’s shepherd, at St. Peter’s Basilica on the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul. (First photo by Lola Gomez/CNS; All other photos by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) Kneeling in St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, Denver Archbishop James Golka took up a new mantle as he received the pallium from Pope Leo XIV. Traditionally conferred on the Solemnity of Sts. Peter and Paul, th

(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