Curtail our culture of violence by addressing abortion
Many people are worried about the increasing levels of violence in our country, and over the past week, three states passed laws that address a key contributor to our culture […]
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Vocations are given, not manufactured
There are many uncertainties in life, but as the Church observed World Vocation Day on May 12, I want to remind everyone — especially young people — that you can […]
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Fighting the darkness: Notre Dame and acts of faith
When the famous cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris went up in flames April 15, you could see and hear the pain in the faces and voices of the onlookers. […]
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How Juan Carlos Reyes lived the Resurrection
“Do not be afraid!” the angel told Mary Magdalene, “I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he has been raised just as he […]
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Strong saints for our doubting times
“I declare in truth and with joy in my heart — before God and his holy angels — that I have never had any motive in my work except preaching […]
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Fasting, weeping and mourning for the Church
“Yet even now, says the Lord, return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts and not your clothing. Return to the […]
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Seeking healing and justice for survivors
Last year I made a promise that the Archdiocese of Denver would be transparent about our handling, prevention and response to the sexual abuse of minors by priests. We have […]
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Marriage: God’s most stunning creation
Valentine’s Day is around the corner and many people are thinking about how they can best show their love to someone. Although it is countercultural, the Church holds up faithful, […]
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Ignore God’s goodness at your own risk
In these times of trial, it is easy to forget or overlook the stories of faith, joy and vibrant life that are a part of the fabric of our Church. […]
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Embrace the ‘good news of great joy’
“Do not be afraid … I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, […]
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Reflecting upon the Immaculate Conception
Every Dec. 8, the Church observes the feast of the Immaculate Conception, and without fail, people think that this refers to Jesus’ conception, when it is actually the celebration of […]
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Crisis response must remember the spiritual stakes
Everyone expected the meeting of bishops this past week to be monumentally important, but no one expected the Vatican to intervene the way it did. Even though I was disappointed […]
