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Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Guest Contributor

Aug 17, 2025

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With God, Nothing is Impossible: Taylor and Logan's Journey from Marriage to the Catholic Church

Former "nones," Taylor and Logan found their way to the Catholic Church through restlessness and love. Where Sundays used to be filled...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Denver Catholic Staff

Aug 16, 2025

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How the Church Chooses a New Archbishop: A Guide for Denver Catholics

Bishops from around the country made their way to Denver for the episcopal ordination of Bishop Jorge Rodriguez at the Cathedral Basilica...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Clare Kneusel-Nowak

Aug 15, 2025

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A Return to Faith: The Quiet Revival in Our Churches

Faith is on the rise in Colorado, with a number of local parishes seeing an increase in conversions and spiritual curiosity. (Photo by...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Clare Kneusel-Nowak

Aug 15, 2025

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From Marijuana, Meth and Misery to the Mass: One Teen’s Story of Divine Rescue

Drugs didn’t kill her, but emptiness almost did — until Jesus found her and saved her. Liza found herself seeking meaning in all the...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Denver Catholic Staff

Aug 15, 2025

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‘Triumph of the Heart’ brings St. Maximilian Kolbe’s story to the big screen Sept. 12

St. Maximilian Kolbe prays with a fellow prisoner in a starvation bunker in Auschwitz. (Photo courtesy of Triumph of the Heart) A...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Guest Contributor

Aug 13, 2025

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PHOTOS | Fiat Fest 2025: Where Faith, Family and Fun Fuel the Catholic Mission in the Rockies

From running trails to reaching hearts, Fiat Fest fuels the year-round missionary work of Annunciation Heights. Friends of Annunciation...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Guest Contributor

Aug 13, 2025

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From Noise to Grace: A Couple’s Journey Home to the Catholic Church, Right Before Their Wedding

In a love story rooted in the Church, the Nelsons found their way home through silence, sacraments and saints. Anna and Taylor Nelson...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Denver Catholic Staff

Aug 12, 2025

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A Shepherd for Shepherds: Meet Father Matthew Book, Denver’s New Vicar for Clergy

Father Matt Book prepares to preach during a wedding at Light of the World Parish in Littleton. (Photo by Megan Simpson/courtesy of Light...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Guest Contributor

Aug 12, 2025

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A Sacramental Smorgasbord: One Family’s Six-Sacrament Entrance into the Catholic Church

The Hodd Family’s Journey to the Church Through Baptism, First Communion, Confirmation and Matrimony (Photo provided) By Maria O’Malley...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Denver Catholic Staff

Aug 11, 2025

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PHOTOS: Faith Fills the Mountains as Archbishop Aquila Celebrates Historic Mass in Vail

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated Mass at the Gerald Ford Amphitheater in Vail on Sunday, August 10, as the Catholic Parishes of the...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Rocio Madera

Aug 11, 2025

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“YES, This is My Body, This is My Blood, My Divinity”: Denver Hosts First Metanoia 2025

One of the most powerful moments of the Metanoia conference was, without a doubt, the Holy Hour. (Photo: Grant Whitty/Denver Catholic)...

A white sun symbolizing the Holy Spirit against a blue to yellow gradient, representing hope.
Monsignor Bernie Schmidt gives a blessing at the altar, with candles surrounding him.

Guest Contributor

Aug 11, 2025

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From Antique Shop to Conversion: Kira’s Journey

A chance encounter with the Blessed Mother, a family Cathedral connection and a whole lot of grace brought Kira home to the Catholic...

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