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Priests in white robes with cream collars standing in a church. Stained glass windows and altar visible. Formal, solemn atmosphere.

Our Priests By The Numbers

(Photo by Daniel Petty/Denver Catholic) For years, we've spoken at length in the United States of a "priest shortage," noting that many...

Denver Catholic Staff

Jul 24, 20252 min read

People standing and praying in a sunlit church with stained-glass windows. The mood is serene, with soft light highlighting wooden pews.

PHOTOS | Spiritual Mothers Pray for Our Spiritual Fathers at Mass on World Day of Prayer for Sanctification of Priests

Faithful from across the archdiocese gathered in prayer at Sacred Heart Parish in Denver on Friday's Solemnity of the Sacred Heart and...

Guest Contributor

Jul 2, 20254 min read

Man seen through a confessional screen in a wooden booth. The setting is dimly lit, conveying a solemn, contemplative mood.

The Other Side of the Screen: The Priest’s Front-Row Seat to Mercy in Action in Confession

(Photo: Josh Applegate/Unsplash) You find your way into a Catholic church, and it’s quiet. Really quiet. The lights are low, except for a...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Jun 27, 202516 min read

Priest in green robe leads a church procession down the aisle. Congregants stand in pews, ornate altar in background, warm lighting.

YOU'RE INVITED | Pray for the One Who Brings You Jesus: World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of Priests on June 27

Evening of Adoration, bilingual Mass and potluck dinner to be held at historic Sacred Heart Parish, spiritual home of Servant of God...

Denver Catholic Staff

Jun 10, 20252 min read

Sacred Heart with thorns and flame on a yellow background. Faint image of people in robes in pews. Black and yellow striped border.

Love the Church, Serve the Church: Denver's Dire Need for Priestly Vocations

(Composite design using public domain/Denver Catholic file photos) When asked about the "greatest commandment," Jesus gave a glimpse into...

André Escaleira, Jr.

Jun 9, 20257 min read

A person in armor holds a flag reading "Jesus Maria" amid white lilies with a gothic building behind. Serious expression, historical vibe.

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 2, 20254 min read

Priest in purple vestments holds up the Eucharist in a church. Altar with candles, chalice, and cross. Congregation in foreground.

‘Feed My Sheep’: Father Sean McGrath’s 34-Year Legacy of Love

(Photo by Neil McDonough) By Pat Tomko After more than three decades of faithful priestly service to the Archdiocese of Denver, Father...

Guest Contributor

Jun 1, 20254 min read

Priest in white robe reads a book on a rocky mountain, with a golden chalice and bottles nearby. Sunny, expansive landscape in background.

Denver ‘Called by Name’ vocations campaign looks to plant seeds for new seminarians

(Photo: Anna Hecker/Unsplash) By Kate Quiñones/CNA The Archdiocese of Denver launched a vocations campaign this weekend to connect young...

Catholic News Agency

May 25, 20253 min read

Three clergy in white robes stand before an ornate altar with candles and flowers, hands clasped in prayer, in a solemn church setting.

Get to Know the Archdiocese's THREE NEW Priests!

(Photo by Dan Petty) On Saturday, May 10, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila ordained three men to the priesthood at the Cathedral Basilica of...

Denver Catholic Staff

May 20, 20257 min read

Nine men in clerical attire smile, posing together outdoors in front of an old building with arches. The mood is cheerful and relaxed.

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 15, 20253 min read

A bishop in ceremonial attire blesses a kneeling man in white robes inside an ornately decorated church, with a standing man praying nearby.

PHOTOS | Ordained to Love: Archdiocese of Denver Celebrates Three New Priests Called to Lay Down Their Lives

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila ordained three men to the priesthood at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday, May...

André Escaleira, Jr.

May 13, 20253 min read

Get to Know the Archdiocese's SIX New Transitional Deacons!

Six men were ordained to the transitional diaconate by Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila on Saturday, March 1, at the Cathedral Basilica of the...

Denver Catholic Staff

Mar 11, 202510 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

Get to know the archdiocese’s newest 6 priests!

DENVER, CO - MAY 11: Ordination of Priests at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on May 11, 2024, in Denver, Colorado....

Denver Catholic Staff

May 20, 20246 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

“A Hit For Vocations” – Priest Softball Game on Friday

Priest softball practice at Holy Trinity. (Photo provided) For cars driving on Federal Blvd. in Broomfield last Friday afternoon, they...

Mark Haas

Jul 11, 20182 min read