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Denver Archbishop James Golka preaches during Mass for the 40 Days for Life at Marisol Health in Denver. (Photo by Matt Walker/Denver Catholic) "We're willing to walk with vulnerable people, hand in hand, to give them the support that they need. Because we have enough experience in this to show that if we walk with a vulnerable person trying to bring life into the world, our presence and support will make all the difference and change the trajectory of that family." – Archbis

A Catholic high school student reflects on how personal testimonies challenged her to listen more deeply, speak with compassion and put her pro-life beliefs into action. Sr. Mary Grace, SV, speaks during the 2025 Pro-Life High School Symposium hosted by Respect Life Denver, a ministry of Catholic Charities. (Photo by Ryan Brady, courtesy of Respect Life Denver) By Jane Chatterton Going to the Pro-Life symposium last year, I was really excited and interested to hear from peopl

When wildfires increased the need among Southern Colorado families, Catholic Charities of Denver’s Bottom Line Diaper Bank was ready to double its usual support — showing how everyday generosity makes emergency response possible. Two Catholic Charities employees help distribute diapers to those in need. (Photo provided) When families face an emergency, having strong community partnerships in place can enable quick responses to needs both big and small. For Catholic Charitie

(Photo: Kelly Sikkema / Unsplash) Our conscience is our innermost sanctuary where we are “alone with God whose voice echoes in [our] depths” (CCC 1795; Gaudium et Spes 16). To make good choices from this place of intimacy with the Trinity, we must be well formed: rooted in the Word of God, committed to prayer and attentive to God’s voice. As we prepare ourselves for this election season, take some time to pray over what the Catechism has to say about moral conscience in parag

The Bottom Line Diaper Bank Fall Diaper Drive runs Oct. 1-30, collecting diapers and financial gifts to support babies and families across Northern Colorado. (Photo provided) For families with babies and young children, diapers are more than a convenience — they are a necessity. But for too many parents, keeping enough diapers on hand can be a financial challenge. This October, Catholic Charities is inviting our community to help change that through the Bottom Line Diaper B

Denver Archbishop James Golka greets Mass goers following the annual liturgy prior to the March for Life. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) At the heart of the Church’s defense of life is a simple but powerful response: prayer. This October, Catholics across the Archdiocese of Denver are invited to come together in that prayer as Archbishop James R. Golka celebrates a special 40 Days for Life Mass at Marisol Health. The Mass will be celebrated on Friday, October

The phrase “contraceptive mentality” can confuse Catholic couples trying to discern family size faithfully and live the Church’s call to responsible parenthood. (Photo: Pexels) By Elizabeth Timpe It has been 58 years since the publication of Humanae Vitae, the pro-life encyclical by Pope St. Paul VI. In the decades since, the Catholic Church has promoted methods of Natural Family Planning (NFP) to help couples live out this teaching. Notably, the Couple to Couple League (CCL)

Last year, 18-year-old Lexi Arguello died after complications from a late-term abortion. Activists say staff waited too long to call 911 — and note that women continue to be injured at the clinic. Catholic school students in uniform hold “I am the Pro-Life Generation” signs at the Colorado March for Life in Denver on Friday, April 11, 2025. (Photo: Kate Quiñones/EWTN News) By Kate Quiñones/EWTN News In Colorado, advocates for life are gathering to remember a young woman who d

Responding to a new pastoral letter, the Denver archbishop thanked Florida's bishops for their witness to the Gospel of life and prayed that every state would abolish capital punishment. Denver Archbishop James Golka thanked his brother bishops in Florida for their recent pastoral letter calling for the end of capital punishment in the state. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) Ahead of a double execution in Florida on July 28, the state’s Catholic bishops issued a pastoral

As one YouTuber announces the abortion of their child, who potentially would have had Down syndrome, the life of Christy Hockel Davenport offers a powerful witness to the beauty, dignity and purpose of every human person. (Photo courtesy of the Hockel family/Mary Beth Bonacci) Just a few days ago, YouTuber Jesse Ridgway announced that he and his wife have made the “difficult decision” to abort their baby after testing indicated the child may be born with Down syndrome. In the

(Photo: Lightstock, created with AI) In the eleventh chapter of John’s Gospel, we encounter a verse which, being only two words long, is among the shortest and most mystifying in Scripture. Jesus wept. He who is God, “infinitely perfect and blessed in himself,” wept ? (CCC 1) He who told the widow mother, “Do not weep,” though her son lay dead? (Luke 7:11-17) He who told Jairus and his wife not to weep for their daughter, “for she is not dead but sleeping”? (Luke 8:40-56) He

Pro-life advocates gather in Denver to promote a culture of life rooted in Christ, compassion and support for mothers and children. The 2026 Colorado March for Life was nearly overshadowed by cloud, snow, cold and the world's challenges. Instead, marchers were rooted in a spirit of joy and hope. (Photo by André Escaleira, Jr./Denver Catholic) “Cold, snow, wind!” “Bless the Lord!” “The gift of human life.” “Bless the Lord!” The meteorologically appropriate revision of Daniel 3

Archbishop James R. Golka spoke at Marisol Services' SonRISE Men's Breakfast on April 2, 2026, supporting the ministry's pro-life mission. (Photo courtesy of Catholic Charities) The SonRise Men’s Breakfast — an annual gathering uniting men in faith, fellowship and purpose in support of Marisol Services — carried particular significance this year with the presence of Archbishop James R. Golka. The event marked his first appearance at a Catholic Charities gathering since his In

(Photo by Andy Sanchez/Denver Catholic) For the third consecutive year, Denver will be the gathering place for thousands of people from across the state, united to defend the beauty and dignity of every human being. The Colorado March for Life, taking place on April 17, will begin with Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver at 9 a.m., celebrated by Denver Archbishop James Golka. This will be followed by a time of prayer and praise at 10 a.m. out

The wide-ranging interview, the prelate’s last as Archbishop of Denver, covered a variety of topics, including immigration, vocations, Catholic education and pro-life issues. Denver Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila introduces Archbishop-designate James Golka during a February 7 press conference announcing the appointment. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) A historic change is coming to Denver, as Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila approaches the formal end of his ministry in Denver ne

A timeline of episcopal service in Northern Colorado (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) 2015-2016: Restored Order of the Sacraments of Initiation and Sealed & Sent "The world needs saints. Even as our society becomes more distant from faith and more forgetful of God, it still hungers for joyful witnesses who have been transformed by Christ. At the same time, new generations of Catholics need grace to sustain them in a non-Christian environment. To answer these needs, I have

In his first media appearance in Northern Colorado since his announcement as the sixth Archbishop of Denver, Archbishop-designate Golka talked faith, family, discernment, prayer and evangelization. Archbishop-designate James Golka emphasized a deep trust in God, rooted in a profound prayer life, during his first media appearance in Northern Colorado since his announcement as the sixth Archbishop of Denver. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) When asked what he would say to t

(Photo provided) Catholic Charities of Denver and Save the Storks have officially launched the Marisol Health Mobile, a state-of-the-art clinic on wheels that will bring free, life-affirming healthcare directly to women and families across the Denver metro area. The new mobile clinic — funded through a more than $700,000 grant from Save the Storks and additional contributions from Marisol Health donors — marks Save the Storks’ 106th mobile medical clinic nationwide and the fi

Darren Walsh, president and CEO of Catholic Charities of Denver, and Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila at the Beacon of Hope gala in 2022. (Photo courtesy of Catholic Charities of Denver) By Darren Walsh President & CEO Catholic Charities of Denver As we welcome our new archbishop, I have been reflecting on the leadership of Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila and, just as importantly, on the friendship and steady support he has offered Catholic Charities of Denver over so many years. Arch

In a formal letter of commendation, the sisters recognized the Denver archbishop’s “steadfast fidelity” to preaching the Gospel of Life. Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila invited the Sisters of Life to the Archdiocese of Denver early in his ministry, and was pleased to welcome them at a Mass in September 2015. (Photo by Andrew Wright/Denver Catholic) It’s no secret that the dignity of life faces profound challenges in the apostolic age in which we live. Unlike the eras of the pas