Archbishop Aquila Visits Saint John Institute, Blesses Growing Leadership Ministry

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila visited the Saint John Institute, blessing the ministry, work and campus this week. (Photo courtesy of the Saint John Institute)

In a spirit of prayer and joyful fraternity, Denver Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila visited the Saint John Institute (SJI) this week, offering a blessing over its mission, campus and growing network of Catholic leaders.

Welcomed by Father Nathan Cromly, founder and president of SJI, Archbishop Aquila toured the ministry’s Englewood campus and met with members of its leadership and staff. The visit concluded with a time of prayer in the Resurrection Oratory Chapel, where the archbishop invoked God’s blessing on the work of the Saint John Institute and all those it serves.

“It was so awesome that Archbishop Aquila visited and blessed SJI,” said Father Cromly. “We, in turn, made him an honorary member. Thank you, Archbishop, for visiting the Saint John Institute, for praying with us, and for blessing our ministry. We are grateful for your presence!”

Founded with a vision of forming Catholic leaders in business, ministry and family life, the Saint John Institute is a unique apostolate within the Archdiocese of Denver. Its mission is rooted in the conviction that faith-filled leadership can transform culture when formed through the lens of Catholic teaching and the life of the Church.

The archbishop’s visit affirms the deep connection between the Archdiocese and this growing initiative, which has quickly become a hub of evangelization, formation and outreach for Catholics nationwide.

Father Nathan Cromly, founder and president of the Saint John Institute, presented Archbishop Aquila with an honorary membership to the Saint John Leadership Network. (Photo courtesy of the Saint John Institute)

Forming Catholic Leaders to Dare Great Things

Headquartered just outside Denver, the Saint John Institute operates through four integrated ministries:

1. Eagle Eye Ministries (EEM) inspires and equips young adults through retreats and formation programs centered on faith and discernment.

2. The Saint John Leadership Institute (SJLI) provides intensive leadership formation programs for individuals in Colorado, helping Catholics grow in virtue, strategy and service.

3. The Saint John Leadership Network (SJLN) extends SJI’s reach nationally, hosting events and offering resources for families and professionals seeking to integrate faith with their daily lives.

4. Dare Great Things™, SJI’s newest ministry, is an online platform designed to share Catholic leadership content with a global audience through digital media.

Since its founding, the Saint John Institute has grown into a thriving Catholic community that brings together professionals, families and faith leaders of all ages and vocations. From young adults discerning their calling to seasoned business leaders seeking to integrate faith and leadership, SJI offers programs, retreats and practical tools to help Catholics respond to their vocation with courage and purpose.

To learn more about the Saint John Institute or to get involved in its leadership programs, visit saintjohninstitute.org.