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Official Priest Assignments: January 2026
(Photo by Daniel Petty/Denver Catholic) Here’s a list of all the new priest assignments for the Archdiocese of Denver, including pastor and parochial vicar assignments. Father José Saénz, medical leave, effective January 5, remaining in residence at St. Therese, Aurora. Father David Allen, stepping down as pastor at Christ on the Mountain Parish, Lakewood, for medical leave effective February 7. Father Witold Kaczmarzyk, pastor, Christ on the Mountain Parish, Lakewood, e

Archdiocese of Denver
Jan 71 min read


Why Missionary Priests Matter Today: A Conversation with the Rector of Redemptoris Mater Seminary
Father William Clemence reflects on the urgency of evangelization and RM’s role in preparing priests who can meet the moment, both locally and around the world. Seminarians at Redemptoris Mater Archdiocesan Missionary Seminary are formed with a missionary charism, ready to preach the Gospel anywhere in the world. (Photo by Grant Whitty) Catholics frequently discuss evangelization in conversation, during Mass readings, homilies and theological discussions. But what does it loo
Joseph Kneusel
Jan 55 min read


Remembering Father John Auer
(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

Denver Catholic Staff
Nov 22, 20253 min read


A Denver Priest, a Hollywood Director and a Bowl of Fettuccine: Father Scott Bailey Advises on Catholic Life for New ‘Knives Out’ Film
Through his work with director Rian Johnson and actor Josh O'Connor on the new Knives Out film, Father Scott Bailey created opportunities for understanding, even evangelizing, the Catholic faith. Father Scott Bailey, pastor of Risen Christ Parish in Denver, with Wake Up Dead Man: A Knives Out Mystery producers Ram Bergman, Leopold Hughes and Nikos Karamigios. (Photo courtesy of Father Scott Bailey) By Jay Sorgi Sometimes, God uses big meals with fettuccine alfredo to open do

Guest Contributor
Nov 22, 20255 min read


WATCH: Help Shape the Future of the Church – Support the Annual Seminaries’ Appeal
Each year, the Archdiocese of Denver invites the faithful to support the Annual Seminaries’ Appeal, helping form the next generation of priests. With over 120 men currently in formation at St. John Vianney and Redemptoris Mater seminaries, each seminarian’s education — including theological studies, pastoral training and spiritual formation — costs $61,000 annually. Your prayers and generosity make this formation possible, nurturing men who are answering Christ’s call to serv

Archdiocese of Denver
Nov 12, 20251 min read


WATCH: When your son becomes your… “Father”?!
By Neil McDonough and André Escaleira, Jr. Watching your kids grow up is never easy… but what happens when your son becomes your…...

Denver Catholic Staff
Jun 14, 20241 min read


Pray St. Thérèse of Lisieux’s prayer for priests on this World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests!
(Photo: Public Domain) St. Thérèse of Lisieux is known for her deep devotion, her support of vocations and her missionary heart. Though...

Denver Catholic Staff
Jun 7, 20241 min read


Pray for priests on the World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests this Friday
(Photo: Adobe Stock) Our priests need our prayers! Faithful the world over are invited to participate in the World Day of Prayer for the...

Denver Catholic Staff
May 31, 20242 min read


Pope Francis tells world’s parish priests: The Church could not go on without you
By Courtney Mares/CNA Pope Francis published a letter on Thursday addressed to all parish priests in the world with his advice for...

Catholic News Agency
May 17, 20243 min read


Restoring classic cars for vocations
Deacon Aaron Alford poses with a newly restored Firebird, part of the annual V8 for Vocations fundraiser. (Photo courtesy of V8 for...

Guest Contributor
May 8, 20243 min read


Survey: New priests are young and involved in their community
(Photo by Neil McDonough/Denver Catholic) By Kate Quiñones/CNA The incoming class of seminarians who will be ordained in 2024 is young...

Catholic News Agency
Apr 18, 20243 min read
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