Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila

The Most Rev. Samuel J. Aquila is the eighth bishop of Denver and its fifth archbishop. His episcopal motto is, "Do whatever he tells you" (Jn 2:5).

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Fighting the darkness: Notre Dame and acts of faith

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - April 25, 2019

When the famous cathedral of Notre Dame de Paris went up in flames April 15, you could see and hear the pain in the...

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How Juan Carlos Reyes lived the Resurrection

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - April 11, 2019

“Do not be afraid!” the angel told Mary Magdalene, “I know that you are seeking Jesus the crucified. He is not here, for he...

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Strong saints for our doubting times

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - March 22, 2019

“I declare in truth and with joy in my heart — before God and his holy angels — that I have never had any...

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Fasting, weeping and mourning for the Church

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - March 7, 2019

“Yet even now, says the Lord, return to me with all your heart, with fasting, with weeping, and with mourning; rend your hearts and...

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Seeking healing and justice for survivors

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - February 19, 2019

Last year I made a promise that the Archdiocese of Denver would be transparent about our handling, prevention and response to the sexual abuse...

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Marriage: God’s most stunning creation

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - February 8, 2019

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...

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Ignore God’s goodness at your own risk

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - January 25, 2019

In these times of trial, it is easy to forget or overlook the stories of faith, joy and vibrant life that are a part...

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Embrace the ‘good news of great joy’

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - December 19, 2018

“Do not be afraid … I am bringing you good news of great joy for all the people: to you is born this day in...

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Reflecting upon the Immaculate Conception

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - December 5, 2018

Every Dec. 8, the Church observes the feast of the Immaculate Conception, and without fail, people think that this refers to Jesus’ conception, when...

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Crisis response must remember the spiritual stakes

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila - November 21, 2018

Everyone expected the meeting of bishops this past week to be monumentally important, but no one expected the Vatican to intervene the way it...

Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila

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