As we prepare to kick off a new year, we can’t help but look back on a year full of blessings and graces from the Lord!
Together, we welcomed Jesus to our Archdiocese as he passed through the country on his way to the National Eucharistic Congress in Indianapolis. We celebrated meaningful anniversaries in our parishes, among our priests and deacons, and in the archdiocese. We marched and mobilized for life, seeking to build up a culture that protects and defends human life from conception to natural death.
And we read story after story of how Denver Catholics continue to grow in love for Jesus and his Church, and how they continue to dedicate their lives to serving both because of that love.
As we look back, we’re filled with gratitude for the stories we’ve been blessed to tell, and look forward to what God has in store for 2025! Check out some of 2024’s highlights below!
In this list:
- Archbishop Aquila
- National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
- 50th Jubilee of the Permanent Diaconate
- Around the Archdiocese
- Mission
- Vocations
- Pro-Life
- Catholic Education
- Saints
- Prayer
Archbishop Aquila
PASTORAL NOTE: Listen to Him
PASTORAL ANNOUNCEMENT: Get More out of Mass this Summer
Forming Consciences for Faithful Citizenship
Holy priests for Eucharistic Revival
You Matter: The mission lives in you
Marriage, Mutual Submission, and the Sign of the Covenant
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
Nearly 5,000 process through the heart of Denver to give testimony to Real Presence of Jesus
WATCH: Downtown procession a moment of grace-filled witness
Small town, warm welcome: Rangely welcomes National Eucharistic Pilgrimage to Colorado
The Eucharistic heart of Jesus on full display in Arvada procession
PHOTOS: Mountaintop Moment: National Eucharistic Pilgrimage arrives in Colorado!
Littleton, big devotion: Light of the World Parish a beacon for Eucharistic pilgrimage
WATCH: 3 Denver Catholic Young Adults & National Eucharistic Pilgrims reflect on historic pilgrimage
A divine road trip through the Rockies: Pilgrim reflects on National Eucharistic Pilgrimage
National Eucharistic Pilgrimage walks in the footsteps of saints (and hopeful saints) in Colorado
50th Jubilee of the Permanent Diaconate
From tax collector to the diaconate: Deacon Pedro Reyes’ modern St. Matthew story
Living into eternity: Deacon-Doctor Alan Rastrelli’s dual calling to heal bodies and souls
A Deacon’s Heart: Deacon Jim Blume’s merciful ministry to grieving families through Precious Lives
From the judge’s bench to the altar: Deacon-Judge Phil McNulty’s testimony
Finding faith amidst the flames: Deacon-firefighter Derrick Johnson’s testimony
WATCH: A ministry of love: Deacon Hugh Downey’s service in Africa
‘I never stopped mattering:’ Deacon Richard Milinazzo finds God-given purpose through strife
Human trafficking survivors invited to RISE to new life, thanks to local deacon’s ministry
Deacon Ernie Martinez: From veteran Denver cop to Director of Deacons
Around the Archdiocese
‘It’s like being in a family’: One mom’s experience of unconditional love through Seeds of Hope
PHOTOS | A new dawn in community: The restoration of St. Peter’s historic church in Greeley
A Modern St. Joseph: Local woodworker builds up the Church – literally!
PHOTOS: St. Gianna Molla Parish breaks ground for new church
From the Rockies to great rivers, Denver’s Augustine Institute finds new home in St. Louis
WATCH: ‘To the Heights!’: Celebrating Mass at 14,000+ feet… 58 times?!
PHOTOS: That all may draw near and experience the Risen Christ
Mission
Your priest needs you: An interview with Father Mike Schmitz
Hope Springs Eternal this Christmas: An Interview with Sr. Miriam James Heidland, SOLT
Led by the Spirit: Archdiocesan mission anchors
Parish leaders embrace new evangelization strategies at first-ever convocation
Vocations
WATCH: When your son becomes your… “Father”?!
EXCLUSIVE | PHOTOS: Inside the Abbey of St. Walburga’s hidden vocation of prayer for the Church
PHOTOS: ‘Yes, for always’: New Abbey of St. Walburga nun vows life to Christ the Bridegroom
WATCH: Finally! Our son’s a priest!
Wisdom from Walburga: ‘Prefer nothing to the love of Christ’ – be sure to check out the whole series! Search “Wisdom from Walburga” on our site to see them all!
In its 25th year, St. John Vianney Theological Seminary is seen as model for others
Pro-Life
Thousands march for truth and love at Inaugural March For Life in Colorado
YES to life: One family’s testimony of unconditional love in the face of adversity
‘No person is beyond redemption’: One politician’s journey to end the death penalty in Colorado
Voices for Life: Colorado medical professionals rally for women and babies, against Amendment 79
Pro-Life Colorado: Building a culture of life
WATCH: Vote NO on Amendment 79: Lauren’s mom chose life
Blessings and Beginnings: Marisol Health Northern Colorado Opens its Doors
Catholic Education
God Provides: Donated duplex creates new teacher housing at St. Stephen School
Engulfed in Peace: Experiencing the Ignited FIRE
Keep the Faith: How Holy Family High School is Changing the Conversation on Campus
Shea Homes continues to positively impact Catholic schools across Colorado in a big way
School’s in session! Get to know our new Superintendent!
An answered prayer, new Catholic high school campus coming to Northern Colorado
Sacramental joy abounds thanks to new Holy Family High School Confirmation program
Archbishop Aquila establishes Cabrini Teaching Fellows
Assumption Catholic School implements daily Mass amid Eucharistic Revival
Saints
The ‘Shepherd in Combat Boots’: Priestly Witness on the Battlefield
Someday Saints to Befriend: Nicholas Black Elk, the Catechist of the Lakota Sioux
Blessed Miguel Agustín Pro: Unbreakable faith amid persecution
Preparing for Battle: 7 Tips from St. Paul on Evangelization
What St. Catherine of Siena teaches us about the virtue of hope
St. Homobonus, patron of business leaders, pray for us!
Prayer
The Paschal Triduum: Worship, Experience, Encounter
Praying for our priests: 12 ways to spiritually support our clergy
Embracing the Spirit of Advent & Christmas: An Invitation to Prayer Amid the Hustle and Bustle
An Introduction to the Byzantine rite
Three ways to incorporate Ignatian spirituality into daily life
Great power, greater responsibility: 12 ways to hold our elected officials in prayer
Wisdom from Walburga: ‘A return to Eden’ – be sure to check out the whole series! Search “Wisdom from Walburga” on our site to see them all!
