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Colorado Bishops Urge Faithful to Call Senators to Vote NO on HB26-1309

(Photo: Unsplash) The four Colorado bishops and the diocesan administrator of the Diocese of Colorado Springs have issued a joint letter through the Colorado Catholic Conference regarding HB26-1309, urging the faithful to call their senators to vote no unless major amendments are made before passage. The full letter is printed below. Colorado Bishops’ Statement on HB26-1309 Abuse in Cases of Separation We, the Catholic Bishops of Colorado, are deeply concerned about several pieces of...

PHOTOS | Surrendering with Gratitude: Sister Maria-Benedicta, OSB, professes final vows at Abbey of St. Walburga

The new Benedictine nun, a Colorado local, makes vows of poverty, chastity, obedience and stability in the Order of St. Benedict, committing to live a joyfully countercultural vocation of prayer and work for the Church and the world. Bishop Stephen Lopes of the Personal Ordinariate of St. Peter places a floral crown on Sister Maria-Benedicta's head as part of the Solemn Profession liturgy. (Photo by Grant Whitty/Denver Catholic) By Grant Whitty Nestled in the rocky hills 20 miles northwest...

Kendrick Castillo: Local Hero, and Soon-to-Be Saint?

Kendrick Castillo has long been considered a local hero, inspiring many with his example of selflessness and courage, even having a roadway named in his honor last year. Now, the Catholic Church in the Diocese of Colorado Springs has begun investigating his life to potentially petition that he be named a saint. (Photo provided) Seven years ago, Kendrick Castillo gave his life so that his classmates might live when a gunman threatened their lives at the Highlands Ranch STEM School. Tragically,...

WATCH: Four Men to be Ordained Priests on May 9

The ordination, Archbishop James Golka's first as Archbishop of Denver, will take place at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver. Three men lay prostrate during the 2025 Ordination Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver. (Photo by Dan Petty/Denver Catholic) The Church of Denver rejoices as four men prepare for their ordination to the priesthood on Saturday, May 9, at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver! After...

From Altar to Earth: A New Church Rises in Gypsum

A bilingual Mass and groundbreaking mark the start of St. Mary, a long-awaited parish built to serve a rapidly growing Catholic community. Father Jose Maria Quera (center) and the capital campaign committee ceremonially breaks ground on the new St. Mary Parish church in Gypsum on May 2, 2026. (Photo by Ryan Brady/Denver Catholic) By Ryan Brady The morning began at the altar and concluded in the earth. On May 2, Catholics from across the Vail Valley gathered in Gypsum for a bilingual Mass,...

PHOTOS: The Blessed Ulma Family, Inspiring Hope from Poland to Denver

St. Joseph Polish Parish receives relics of the Blessed Ulma Family from Poland with a special Mass and celebration. Father Stanislaw Michalek, pastor of St. Joseph Polish Parish in Denver, places the relics of the Blessed Ulma family before the altar during a special Mass. (Photo by Madisen Martinez/Denver Catholic) By Madisen Martinez On Saturday, May 2, St. Joseph Polish Parish in Denver celebrated a special Mass in Polish as relics of the Blessed Ulma Family, from Markowa, Poland, were...

When a Scam Looks Real — Down to a Fake Courtroom

Scammers May Be Impersonating Catholic Charities and Other Trusted Organizations (Photo: Unsplash) When Regina came to Catholic Charities of Denver, she had already lost $6,000. Everything about her case seemed legitimate. She was given official-looking immigration documents. She attended what appeared to be a real court hearing. The person helping her used professional language and provided paperwork that looked like it came directly from immigration authorities. But none of it was real. ...

WATCH | A Century of Light: The Stained Glass Windows of Mother Cabrini Shrine Are Restored

By Scottish Group Companies On a quiet hillside above Golden, something extraordinary happened in 1912. St. Frances Xavier Cabrini, the Italian missionary nun who became the first American citizen to be canonized, knelt on dry ground, prayed, and water rose from the rock. That spring has never stopped flowing. More than a century later, the shrine that bears her name remains a place where faith and the physical world meet in unexpected ways. This year, a new chapter was quietly written into...

From the Rockies to Rome: Coloradans Walk in Mother Cabrini’s Footsteps

A recent pilgrimage sponsored by the Mother Cabrini Shrine gave local Catholics the opportunity to encounter the beloved saint whose legacy continues to shape Colorado ahead of the 80th anniversary of her canonization. The Colorado pilgrims visited Casa Cabrini when they arrived in Rome, meeting with leadership of the Missionary Sisters of the Sacred Heart, Mother Cabrini's order, and coming to know the great saint more deeply. (Photo courtesy of Mother Cabrini Shrine) It’s no secret that...

WATCH: 'Everything Is a Gift from God': Archbishop Golka’s Message to the Archdiocese

Archbishop James Golka is inviting the faithful of Northern Colorado into a simple but profound act of faith: recognizing that everything we have comes from God and giving back from that abundance. "When we recognize that all is gift, our first response is prayer," Archbishop Golka wrote. "In prayer, we learn to listen to his will and trust his providence. From that gratitude flows stewardship — giving back to God from what he has given to us." The Archbishop's Catholic Appeal is the...

Honoring Our Shepherds: 16th Annual Priest & Seminarian Appreciation Day Returns & Sponsorships Needed!

Catholic Radio Network will again host the annual Priest and Seminarian Appreciation Day on June 1. (Photo provided) The 16th Annual Priest and Seminarian Appreciation Day will take place on June 1 at The Ridge at Castle Pines North, offering a meaningful opportunity to honor the priests who faithfully serve our communities and the seminarians preparing for that vocation. Hosted by Catholic Radio Network in partnership with generous sponsors, this special day is designed to provide rest,...

Know the Signs: Spotting Digital Church Scams

In the digital age, scammers have sophisticated systems to trick people into financial harm. Now, they're reaching out to local Catholics as their trusted spiritual leaders. (Photo: Unsplash) By Jenn Majewski A few weeks ago, I opened my inbox and saw an email that appeared to be from my parish pastor. It began, "Hello, I have something for you, this is a simple errand, yet one that matters." It caught my attention immediately. A simple errand, but important? Of course, I wanted to help. The...