Archbishop Aquila's Podcast: Recent Episodes
Archdiocese of Denver
Saturday, June 14th 2025. Twelve men are ordained to the permanent diaconate in the Cathedral Basilica in downtown Denver.
Archbishop reminds these men, "We are to lay down our lives."
Pentecost Sunday 2025, the Cathedral welcomes the diocese's latests confirmandi to recieve and accept the gift of Holy Spirit!
This homily honors Pope Francis on the ninth day of mourning by reflecting on Christ’s question to Peter: “Do you love me?” It challenges all disciples to place Jesus first, live the Gospel faithfully, and reject worldly ideologies. True discipleship requires ongoing conversion, obedience to God, and deep relationship with Christ. The homily emphasizes that Jesus alone offers rest, hope, and transformation—calling each person to love, trust, and follow Him wholeheartedly, especially in today’s confused world.
Gathered with the priests of the Archdiocese, Archbishop Aquila speaks to the people and clergy of Denver: Jesus is not some history, or fading past; he is the present for us today. His salvation is perfectly tailored to us and the current issues of our time. Only when we turn to him will we find the answer to the ache at the core of our society and in each of our hearts.
Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily from the pulpit of the Cathedral Basilica on Palm Sunday 2025. Holy Week is not a celebration of the past; it is an active invitation from God to approach the cross and take real time to enter into the greatest mystery of our Faith.
At St. Bernadette parish's 1st Scrutiny Mass held on the 3rd sunday of Lent, Archbishop delivers a homily on God's faithfulness, and how, only through encountering Jesus, can we recognize and heal from our sins.
Wednesday the 19th, the archdiocese celebrated the feast of St. Joseph and the instillation of a new rector for St John Vianney Theological Seminary: Fr. Ángel Pérez-López!
From the pulpit of the Cathedral Basilica, Archbishop illuminates the meaning behind Sunday's Readings: God's ways are not our own. Our faith in Him cannot be like a faith in anything of this world, and no matter how strange His word may seem, God will always follow through in ways we cannot even imagine.
From the pulpit of the Cathedral Basilica in Denver, Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily on the temptation of Christ in the desert. What can we learn from these passages? What voice do we follow and believe: the voice of the devil, or the voice of the one true God?
This Lenten season, Archbishop Aquila invites the Archdiocese of Denver to commence a 9 year novina to the Blessed Virgin, entering into the mystery of the Crucifixion from the perspective of Mother Mary at foot of the Cross.
On Saturday March 1st in the Cathedral Basilica in Downtown Denver, the Church welcomed 3 new deacons, ordained to the diaconate with intention towards the priesthood. Archbishop Aquila adresses them with words that apply alike to all people: Follow Jesus. He alone truly knows us.
From the pulpit of the Cathedral Basilica in Downtown Denver on the 7th Sunday of Ordinary Time, Archbishop Aquila reiterates Jesus's message in the Gospel reading, a simple teaching too often dismissed or explained away: "Love your enemies. Pray for your enemies." Christ speaks directly into the soul of the individual. Seek God first, and He will give you the grace to love others.
On the first of the year 2025, Archbishop Aquilla addresses the crowd gathered for Seek Cologne, Germany. Celebrating the Solemnity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Mother of God, Archbishop delivers a homily on honoring Mary and learning from her how to be disciples in the world today, beginning first with our assent to the Will of God. He shares a deeply personal experience of Our Lady of Guadalupe, who led him to Jesus, and invites us to bring others to Jesus as Mary does, and to “do whatever he (Jesus) tells you."
Holy incense and joyful music filled the newly rennovated sancuary of Risen Christ Parish as Archbishop Aquilla celebrated the rededication mass on this 3rd Sunday of Advent. As Christmas Approaches and the hustle and bustle of preperation and gift shopping crescendos, Archbishop Aquilla reminds the congregation to turn their eyes to Jesus, especially Jesus in the Eucharist. For the whole heart of Christmas, Gods love for us expressed through the sending of His Son to the world, is presented directly to us again in every celebration of the Eucharist.
On the second Sunday of Advent at Immaculate Conception Parish, Archbishop Aquilla celebrates mass in honor of the Parish feast day. In his homily, Archbishop Aquilla highlights the message of John the Baptist and how we are called, even and especially today, to clear a path for Jesus.
The 33rd Sunday in Ordinary time 2024, Archbishop Aquilla installs Fr. Peter Mussett as the pastor of Notre Dame parish in Denver. From the pulpit Archbishop preaches on the Apocalypse mentioned in the Gospel and throughout the Sunday readings: what matters is not when and how the day of judgment will come, but how well you have loved the Lord and followed His commandments in this life.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/111724.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the congregation gathered to celebrate the Anniversary Mass of the Dedication of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Archbishop reminds us that we must have God as the foundation of our lives or we will never find peace, just as our country will not find peace untill it returns to God.
"His disciples will suffer with Him."
Archbisop Aquila addresses the congregation of St. Mary's in Breckenridge at a mass installing their new pastor, Father Erik.
In the Gospel readings, Jesus speaks to the sons of Zebedee who candidly ask the Son of God for a seat at His right and left hand when He comes into power, maybe not fully understanding that Jesus' victory will not be the toppling of Rome which the Israelites so hoped for. Today, we Christians truely are called to share in Jesus's victory: a victory which is not of this world, a victory which is in His Crucifixion and Resurrection. As the politics and sentiments of today's age seem to shift further and further from God's will, we must be ready to suffer and remain faithful to Jesus Christ, choosing His will over our own.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102024.cfm
On the 100th anniversary of St. Ignatius Parish in Denver, Archbishop Aquila preached on the "living stones" that make up the Church of God, and which have made up St. Ignatius over the last 100 years.
As living stones, we Christians are called to emulate the zeal for the house of God that Jesus himself had, as the Gospel from the 28th Sunday of Ordinary Time tells us. When we grow in zeal like Jesus did, we follow him who is the Way, the Truth and the Life closer to the Father.
Archbishop Aquila addresses the congregation of St. Ignatius Loyola in Denver, celebrating the 100th anniversary of the dedication of their parish. In his homily, the Archbishop discusses the meaning of Catholicism in today's age and political environment, and viewing the world through God's eyes.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101324.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the congregation at Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish in Denver, celebrating the instillation of their new Pastor.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091524.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the attendees of the 100th Anniversary celebration of Sacred Heart parish in Roggen.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091524.cfm
Every year the Deacons of the Archdiocese gather and celebrate mass with their Archbishop. This year Archbishop Aquila adresses the Denver Perminant Diaconate as it celebrates its 50th year!
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/082924.cfm
Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily to the congregation of St. Stephen's in Glenwood Springs.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/090124.cfm
At St. Patrick's Parish in Holyoke, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily concluding the eucharistic series. Archbishop Aquila asks the congregation: Who is Jesus? Do you believe Him? Who do you serve?
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/082524.cfm
July 21st 2024: Archbishop Aquila addresses the parishoners of the Cathedral Basilica of of the Immaculate Conception in a Sunday homily.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/072124.cfm
June 14th 2024, Archbishop Aquila adresses the atendees of a prominent event at Christ the King Chapel, echoing the message of the Gospel reading: offer your concerns and your worries up to God.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071424.cfm
June 30th 2024, Archbishop Aquila addresses the parish of Our Lady of the Mountains in Estes park, celebrating their 75th annevarsary as a parish.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/063024.cfm
At St. Joseph's parish in Fort Collins, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily on God's covenant and gift of His Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity in the Holy Eucharist.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060224.cfm
Pentecost Sunday 2024 Archbishop Aquila joined Spirit of Christ in celebrating the parish's 50th anniversary. On Pentecost we celebrate the birth of the Church and the coming down of the Holy Spirit.
Note: Due to recording issues this audio is imperfect and stutters in and out at points. We are working on a fix.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/052823-Day.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the congregation in a homily for the ordination of six new priests to the archdiocese.
Archbishop Aquila addresses the attendees of the Convención Eucarística Arquidiocesana in his homily.
Archbishop Aquila gives a Vigil Mass homily to the atendees of the Holy Family School Gala.
Christ is Risen! Praise God!
Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily to the congregation attending the Easter Vigil mass at the Cathedral Basilica of The Immaculate Conception. Easter is our greatest feast day, as we celebrate the resurrection and victory of our Lord! The Archbishop explains the meanings and connections highlighted in the Old and New Testament readings, and how Jesus's resurrection sits at the center of creation history.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/033024.cfm
At St Louis parish in Englewood, Archbishop Aquila deliveres a homily on the words of the Concluding Doxology: “Through Him, with Him and in Him, in the unity of the Holy Spirit, all glory and honor is yours, almighty Father, for ever and ever.”
Approaching Easter and always, we must be Christ-centered, listen to God's word, and focus our lives around God's glory.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032424.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the attendees of the Saint John Vianney Seminary Gala Mass, at Holy Ghost parish.
At Sacred Heart Parish in Boulder, Archbishop Aquila addresses the congregation with a homily on Jesus's call for the world to believe and trust in Him, and how the Church answers that call through the Eucharist.
Readings (Year A): https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/032722-YearA.cfm
At Ascension Parish in Denver Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily for the 2nd Sunday of Lent, reflecting on the words of God the Father: "This is my beloved Son. Listen to him." After mass, Bishop Aquila was pleased to bless the parish's new classroom addition.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/022524.cfm
At Our Lady of the Valley in Windsor, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily on the meaning of the covenants between God and man we hear in the readings.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021824.cfm
Hoy, al comenzar la temporada de Cuaresma, el arzobispo Samuel J. Aquila ha publicado una nota pastoral de Cuaresma titulada “Escúchenlo”. Comparte la importancia de tomar este tiempo de Cuaresma para silenciar nuestros corazones a través de la oración, permitiéndonos escuchar la voz de Dios y aprender de Jesús como nuestro maestro.
Archbishop Aquila has released a Pastoral Note entitled “Listen to Him.” It shares the importance of taking this time during Lent to silence our hearts through prayer, allowing us to hear God’s voice and the teachings of Jesus.
From the Cathedral downtown, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily to the congregation and people of Denver on this Ash Wednesday. Archbiship draws from the readings to show that, beyond the surface appearance, the distribution of ashes comes with a true deep call for us to rend our hearts and look beyond ourselves to God, and to accept His love.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/daily-bible-reading
On Feb. 10, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila ordained two men to the transitional diaconate at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Blaise Buches and Jose Delgado.
From the pulpit at the Cathedral, Archbishop adresses the participants of a special healing Mass hosted by the Order of Malta.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/021124.cfm
From the pulpit of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in downtown Denver, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily on the persistent presence of God, Who's love for us endures even in our suffering.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/020424.cfm
Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily at the Cathedral for the feast of Epiphany, the celebration of the 3 wise men's visit to the child Jesus. The homily points to the prophicies fulfilled in the visit and how they apply more broadly to Christs desire to reach all nations, and human hearts in all conditions.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/010724.cfm
At Christmas Midnight Mass 2023 in the Cathedral, Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily on the real meaning of the season: Jesus's unshakable love for us, and our need to accept that love.
From the pulpit of St. Helena's in Fort Morgan, Archbishop delivers a homily on what prophecies about Jesus can teach up about His divinity.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/121023.cfm
Archbishop Aquila celebrates mass on the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception to officially install Fr. Eric Zegeer as pastor of Sacred Heart parish.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120823.cfm
Archbishop celebrated Mass on the first Sunday of Advent at Our Lady of the Pines in Conifer. In his homily Archbishop proclaimed the twofold meaning of Jesus's impending arrival which is the real meaning of the Advent season.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/120323.cfm
Para que tengan vida, una carta pastoral del arzobispo Samuel J. Aquila, leída por el padre Adrián Hernández.
Una década después de la legalización de la marihuana en Colorado, el arzobispo Samuel Aquila aborda con valentía el impacto perjudicial de ese cambio cultural. Sintetizando la ley natural, las enseñanzas de la Iglesia y la investigación científica, la nueva carta pastoral considera clara y directamente los efectos negativos del uso recreativo de la marihuana y otras drogas en los individuos, las familias y las sociedades en general, así como nuestra respuesta como cristianos católicos. Nota del editor: (39:34) La cantidad correcta de dinero dada por la Legislatura del Estado de California es de 100 millones de dólares, no 11 millones de dólares. La versión impresa de la carta refleja esta cifra.
That They Might Have Life, a Pastoral Letter by Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila, read by Fr. Sam Morehead.
A decade after the legalization of marijuana in Colorado, Archbishop Aquila boldly addresses the detrimental impact of that cultural shift. Synthesizing natural law, Church teaching, and scientific research, the new Pastoral Letter clearly and directly considers the negative effects of recreational marijuana and other drug use on individuals, families, and societies at large, as well as our response as Catholic Christians.
In his homily on the feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica, the seat of the Pope's authority, Archbishop Aquila preached on the abundant life Christ desires for all, especially those enslaved by addictions.
This Mass, celebrated at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on November 9, 2023, coincides with the release of Archbishop Aquila's latest Pastoral Letter, "That They Might Have Life," which synthesizes Church teaching, principles of the natural law and recent, relevant scientific studies to empower Catholics to dialogue with society on substance use and abuse.
Read the full Pastoral Letter here: https://archden.org/that-they-might-have-life.
In Aurora, CO Archbishop Aquila adresses the atendees of the Convivence of Catechists, a Neocatechumenal catechists' gathering.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/102923.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the atendees of Exodus 90's "Freedom Summit," a retreat held last Sunday in Estes Park. In his homily, Aquila explains the strangness and insights in Jesus's parable of the wedding feast, and how it connects to the readings from Isaiah.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101523.cfm
Last Friday the Archdiocese of denver and Archbishop Aquila celebrated a mass honoring and praying for Catholic medical professionals. The Mass was organized by Denver Guild of the Catholic Medical Association. From the pulpit of Sacred Heart parish in Denver, Aquila reminds those in attendance that Jesus was also a healer.
From the pulpit of the Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Archbishop Aquila delivers a homily to married couples gathered from throughout the Archdiocese. The annual Anniversary Mass celebrates couples who have been married for decades, while inviting young couples to come be inspired by the examplary marriages in our community.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100823.cfm
Archbishop joins the parish of St. Theresa in Frederick for their 100 year anneversary!
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100123.cfm
Archbishop Samuel Aquila gives a homily on the parable of the day-laborers at the blessing of the new chapel at the Patris Corde hermitage.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092423.cfm
At the instillation mass of Rev. Francis Therese Krautter C.S.J as Pastor at St. Ignatius of Loyola in Denver, Archbishop Aquilla gives a homily on the parable in the Gospel covering the topic of fraternal correction.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/091023.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addresses the parioshners of St. Mary's in Greeley, with their new pastor Fr. Grady. The Archbishop shares the two-part nature of discipleship, shown in Jesus's words "Get behind me Satan."
Archbishop Aquila gives a homily from the pulpit of the Abbey of St. Walburga, on a day very special to that community and to the whole Church: the solem profession of vows for Sr. Assunta.
Archbishop Aquila gives a homily at Good Shepherd parish reiterating the Gospel's difficult teaching on disciplship and the importance of hospitality.
Readigs: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/070223.cfm
June 25th, Archbishop Aquila installs Fr. Chagala as pastor of St. Anthony of Padua in Denver.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/062523.cfm
Saturday June 24th 2023, at Light of the World Parish in Littleton, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila welcomes the new deacons with words of advice about staying devoted to the Lord and balancing their new Church duties with their family duties. Join our diocese in praying for our new deacons!
This Father's Day, Archbishop Aquila said mass at Frances de Sales to officially install Fr. Francesco Basso as pastor. For his homily Archbishop gives a thought-provoking meditation on the meaning of authentic Catholic fatherhood.
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/061823.cfm
Archbishop Aquila addressess the parish's representatives about the importance of this year of renewed focus on the Eucharist, and how Jesus truly loves us and gave His body and blood so we might truly be in his presence.
"Do you want to know why the world is so messed up?
Do you want to know why the Church is so messed up?
It is because we have taken our eyes off Jesus."
Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/060715.cfm
Archbishop Aquila gives a homily to the graduating class of 2023 for the Biblical and Catechetical School at St. John Vianney. For more info about the seminary's lay division click here: https://sjvlaydivision.org/
Archbishop Aquila gives a homily to the parishoners of Our Lady of the Plains Parish in Byers celebrating their 50th anneversary.
From the pulpit of the Cathedral in downtown Denver, Archbishop Aquila offers guidance on how to fully recieve the gift of the Holy Spirit, given to the whole Church through Jesus Christ and by conformity to His divine will.
Archbishop Aquila joined the school community of Bishop Machebeuf for the Baccalaureate Mass for the Class of 2023, encouraging them as they prepare for graduation and college.
Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass at Holy Rosary Catholic Church in Lander, Wyoming on the Sixth Sunday of Easter 2023, gathered together with the Class of 2023 of Wyoming Catholic College for their Baccalaureate Mass.
Archbishop Aquila addresses the graduates of the Class of 2023 from Wyoming Catholic College, encouraging them as they go forth into the world.
Archbishop Aquila exhorts and encourages the three men to be ordained priests on Saturday, May 13, 2023 at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
Friday the 6th, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily at the graduation mass for the Agustine Institute at St. Thomas More.
Archpishop gives his homily at Holy Family Parish on the third sunday of Easter, and the Confirmation mass for Holy Family's Candidates.
Alleluia! He is risen! Easter season is upon us!
Archbishop Aquila gives his Easter Sunday Homily from the Cathedral in downtown Denver. He shares that Jesus's resurrection was a world-shifting event, shaking and forever changing not just societies, but each of our hearts also, for the better. When we give over to Christ's promises we are born anew and leave the world of darkness to join in Christ's resurrection.
Archbishop Aquila gives a homily this Good Friday from the pulpit of the Cathedral downtown.
This Good Friday Archbishop dives into why Jesus died, how much He loves us and wanted to atone for our sins. Archbishop also shows how Pilot's words reflect the modern attitude towards Christ, and how we must, like Christ, live to testify to the Truth!
At the Cathedral downtown, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily on Holy Thurdsay 2023.
God wants to tell us that He loves us. For this He instituted the sacraments of Holy Orders and Communion. He wants us to accept this love and be washed clean in His blood, like He washed the feet of His disciples.
At the Cathedral, Archbishop Aquila draws from the readings in Isaiah to explain what an encounter with Jesus Christ really means.
Pope Francis's Chrism Mass Homily: http://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/homilies/2022/documents/20220414-omelia-crisma.html
Celebrating holy MAss in the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Archbishop Aquila speaks about what it truly means to encounter Christ, and how Jesus is speaking to each one of us with His last words.
Join us in praying for all those entering the Church and receiving their sacraments this Easter!
March 23rd
At the Annual Bi-Lingual Mass of Healing and Reconciliation at St. Michael the Archangel Catholic Church, Archbishop Aquila gives a homily on the Lord's desire for us to be healed.
(Audio Quality: Because of technical issues, only backup audio was avaiable.)
While celebrating Mass at Spirit of Christ Catholic Community in Arvada, Archbishop Aquila preached about the need to know Jesus better, all in the context of the First Scrutiny of those in formation to join the Catholic Church at Easter.
Join us in praying for all those entering the Church and receiving their sacraments this Easter!
Archbishop Aquila preaches on the First Sunday of Lent during the Rite of Election for those who are entering the Catholic Church this Easter. Given at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
At the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass on Ash Wednesday to begin the Lenten observances in the Archdiocese. May this Lent bring yours and you ever closer to the Lord Jesus, whose Paschal Mystery we are preparing to celebrate!
On the Seventh Sunday of Ordinary Time, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass at St Louis Parish in Englewood.
Archbishop Aquila ordained 7 men to the transitional diaconate at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on Saturday, February 18. Join us in congratulating and praying for them as they make their way toward priesthood!
Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass and presided over the solemn monastic profession of Sr Anna Maria of Jesus at the Abbey of St Walburga in Virginia Dale, Colorado.
Archbishop Aquila visited Colorado School of Mines and celebrated Mass for the students there on the Fifth Sunday of Ordinary Time.
Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass before the Beacon of Hope Gala, supporting Catholic Charities and their efforts through the Marisol Health and Marisol Homes organizations.
On the occasion of the priestly ordination of Fr. Juan Fernando Sardi, Archbishop Aquila preaches on the priesthood in the modern age and encourages the new priest to live his vocation faithfully.
At a Memorial Mass on the 50th anniversary of Roe v. Wade, Archbishop Aquila encourages the faithful gathered - and those beyond the walls of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver - to stand up for life and to pray for a culture of life.
Archbishop Aquila celebrates Mass and preaches on the Fourth Sunday of Advent at St Joseph Polish Catholic Church in Denver, on the occasion of their 120th parish anniversary.
On the patronal feast of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Archbishop Aquila celebrates Mass and preaches on Mary's Immaculate Conception.
During Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on the Second Sunday of Advent, Archbishop Aquila preached this homily before enthroning relics of Blessed Carlo Acutis, a millennial saint known for his devotion to the Eucharist. This celebration took place during the multi-year National Eucharistic Revival, as decreed by the United States Conference of Catholic Bishops.
Prior to the fundraising gala for Seeds of Hope, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass at Holy Ghost Parish in Denver and preached on the Solemnity of Christ the King.
On the occasion of the installation of the new pastor of St. John the Evangelist in Loveland, Archbishop Aquila preached a homily for the 32nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Archbishop Aquila preaches on the occasion of the installation of the new pastor of St. Mary's in Greeley.
In honor of the Little Sisters of the Poor and their legacy of generosity and service to the poor in the Archdiocese of Denver, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Faithful from around the Denver metro, joined by Archbishop Aquila, Cardinal Stafford, and countless others, came together to pray for the sisters, both in gratitude for their ministry and in petition for their new assignments.
On the occasion of the installation of the new pastor of St John XXIII in Fort Collins, Archbishop Aquila visited the community and preached on the readings for the 30th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
On the occasion of the installation of Christ the King in Denver's new pastor, Fr. Rocco Porter, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass for the community on the Twenty Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
On the occasion of the Ordination to the Transitional Diaconate of a number of seminarians, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass at Christ the King Chapel of St. John Vianney Theological Seminary. He exhorted the men to be faithful to their promises, ordination, and ministry. Join us in praying for these new deacons, especially as they prepare for their priestly ordinations!
At a parish Mass opening the FIRE Foundation's annual gala fundraiser, Archbishop Aquila preached on the importance of humility. The FIRE Foundation seeks to make Catholic schools more inclusive, building the support needed for these schools to educate children with special needs.
On the occasion of the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Archbishop Aquila celebrated Mass at Holy Name Parish in Sheridan. At this special Mass, Philip Couture promised full availability to the apostolate in perpetuity as a member of the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae.
Archbishop Aquila celebrates Mass on the occasion of Notre Dame Catholic Parish's 65th Anniversary and the ordination anniversaries (40 and 25, respectively, of Msgr. Edward Buelt, pastor, and Fr. John Therese Creus, CSJ, parochial vicar.
On the Feast of St. Lawrence, deacon, martyr, and patron saint of deacons, Archbishop Aquila gathers for Mass with the deacons of the Archdiocese of Denver to pray together for their ministry - both in petition and in thanksgiving.
On the Sixteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time, Archbishop Aquila preached on Martha and Mary during his visit to St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Parish in Denver.
On the occasion of the graduation of a number of students from the Archdiocesan Biblical and Catechetical Schools, part of the St John Vianney Seminary Lay Division, Archbishop Aquila offered his thoughts and congratulations to those gathered.
At this year's Ordinations to the Presbyterate, Archbishop Aquila exhorted the 8 men to be ordained to live as witnesses of Christ and the Gospel, to embody charity and service.
Monseñor Aquila celebró la misa en Holy Rosary Parish en el día de las madres, 8 mayo 2022.
At the Institution of Acolytes for men in the permanent diaconate formation, Archbishop asks all gathered to reflect on whether we let the Good Shepherd take us by the hand to lead and protect us or if we pull away.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the Chrism Mass, in which he blessed the holy oil that will be used for sacraments in the coming year.
In his homily at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, Archbishop Aquila focused on St. Paul's famous canticle, found in the second reading for Palm Sunday, which speaks on the divinity of Christ. Archbishop also spoke on the humility of the incarnation and our being configured to Christ.
On Laetare Sunday, the Fourth Sunday of Lent, Archbishop Aquila dug into the parable of the prodigal son.
At a Mass for the Synod delegates from the Archdiocese, Archbishop Aquila preached on how honest and humble prayer to God heals all of our wounds.
On the Solemnity of the Annunciation and at the Opening Mass for the Archdiocesan Discernment Event, Archbishop Aquila preached on Mary's "yes" to God, the model for each of our Christian lives.
During the St. John Vianney Theological Seminary Candidacy Mass on the Third Sunday of Lent 2022, Archbishop Aquila preached on the centrality of repentance in the Christian life, the need to turn away from sin and toward God in order to receive mercy and bear fruit.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Sunday, March 13, at Our Lady of Fatima Parish in Lakewood, Colorado.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Sunday, March 6, 2022 at Our Lady of the Valley in Windsor.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the opening Mass at FOCUS' SEEK22 conference on Friday evening.
Archbishop's homily from the Mass for Peace and Justice, celebrated on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrates a special Pro Life Mass before the Celebrate Life Rally and March in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Christmas Eve 2021 at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
On the Third Sunday of Advent, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated the evening Mass at Holy Name Catholic Church. It also served as the profession of promises for a member of the Sodalitium Christianae Vitae.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated Gaudete Sunday morning Mass at Guardian Angels Catholic Parish in Mead, Colorado on December 12, 2021. The Mass also served as the installation for parish's new pastor, Fr. Ronald Cattany.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated the Feast of the Immaculate Conception, on December 8, 2021, at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the Mass of Healing and Reconciliation at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on November 3, 2021.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the 31st Sunday in ordinary time. The Mass served as the installation of Fr. Daniel Ciucci as pastor at Most Precious Blood.
On October 27, 2021, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated the anniversary of the dedication of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver. There was also an emphasis on Bl. Maria Lorenza Longo, a foundress/reformer of the Poor Clares who are present in the Archdiocese of Denver.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila opens the priest synodal process in the Archdiocese of Denver with an opening Mass from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on October 17, 2021. A synod is when a diocese gathers to truly listen to the Holy Spirit. Three words to characterize the process are: Encounter, listen, and discern.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila discusses the gifts of the Holy Spirit during a Confirmation Mass at Queen of Peace Catholic Parish on September 17, 2021.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila asks every one to reflect and think about who Jesus Christ is to them. It is an answer every disciple must answer in his or her own heart.
Archbishop Aquila breaks down the four parts of the Gospel reading from Saturday, September 12, 2021.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the Solemnity of the Assumption. This homily was in the context of a solemn profession of vows at the Abbey of St. Walburga in Virginia Dale, Colorado.
On the feast day of St. Dominic, August 8, 2021, Archbishop Aquila installed a new pastor at St. Dominic Catholic Church in Denver, Colorado. In his homily, he focused on how we are called to be the salt and light of the world and give glory to the Father.
On June 29, 2021, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila and his brother bishops ordained and installed Rev. James R. Golka as the third Bishop of the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Here is Archbishop Aquila's homily from the Mass.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the Permanent Diaconate Ordination on June 26, 2021. The ordination was held at Light of the World Catholic Parish and 19 men were ordained permanent deacons.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrates the Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time at All Saints Catholic Parish in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated the feast of Corpus Christi Sunday at Assumption Catholic Parish in Welby, Colorado.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila ordained six men to the priesthood on May 15, 2021, at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado. Click below to listen to his homily.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrates a special Mass in honor of the opening of the Lejeune Foundation, a new Downs Syndrome clinic at Bella Health & Wellness.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily on the Second Sunday of Lent from St. Vincent de Paul Catholic Parish in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver on the First Sunday of Lent, February 21, 2021.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's Sixth Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass homily from Christ the King in Evergreen, Colorado.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from February 13, 2021, for the Ordination of Transitional Deacons from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.
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Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the Fourth Sunday in Ordinary Time Mass from Our Lady of the Valley in Windsor, Colorado.
On the Third Sunday in Ordinary Time, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrates Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Parish in Golden, Colorado.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from Risen Christ Catholic Parish on January 17, 2021.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrates Christmas Midnight Mass from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily on the Fourth Sunday of Advent, December 20, 2020, from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily on the feast of the Immaculate Conception from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado, on December 8, 2020.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from Denver's Holy Rosary Catholic Parish, which in 2020 celebrated its 100 year anniversary.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's Mass homily at Queen of Peace Catholic parish prior to the groundbreaking ceremony for their new community center which took place on October 18, 2020.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the World Day of Migrants and Refugees Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado, on September 27, 2020.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily during a dedication Mass for a new building at St. Teresa Catholic Parish in Frederick, Colorado
On September 13, 2020, Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila installed a new pastor, Fr. Jonathan Dellinger at Sacred Heart of Mary Catholic Parish.
"Wisdom of the Saints: The One Thing Necessary," is an enrichment course that will be taught by Denver Catholic Biblical and Catechetical School instructor and director Daniel Campbell. Mr. Campbell has offered this audio information session for those interested in learning more about the class.
Anthony Gallegos, an instructor for the Denver Catholic Biblical and Catechetical School, provides an online audio information session for individuals interested in learning more about the program. Classes begin this September and all courses will be offered online.
Installation of Fr. Joseph McLagan as pastor of St. Bernadette Catholic Church and also the Dedication of a new altar. The Gospel was from the 16th Sunday in Ordinary Time (Mat. 13). Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily focuses on the reality of the Evil One and his influence on the world.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila celebrated a special Feast Day Mass for Our Lady of Fatima on May 13, 2020, from the Our Lady of New Advent Chapel at the Archdiocese of Denver. Listen to his homily from the Mass.
Listen to Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's Easter Sunday homily from April 12, 2020, at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Aquila celebrates Easter Vigil Mass on Apil 11, 2020, at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. Due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, there were no public participants in the cathedral that night.
Good Friday on April 10, 2020, from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception.
Holy Thursday, April 9, 2020, from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily on April 5, 2020, for Palm Sunday. This Mass was recorded at the Our Lady of New Advent Chapel during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ash Wednesday Mass on February 26, 2020, from the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila's homily from the Transitional Diaconate Ordination at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver on Saturday, February 22.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila’s homily from the Celebrate Life Mass at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception on January 11, 2020.
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila’s homily from the Midnight Mass at the Cathedral Basilica on December 25, 2020.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Sunday, December 22, 2019, on the 4th Sunday of Advent. The dedication of a new Altar, tabernacle, ambo, and other liturgical furniture at Our Lady of the Mountains in Estes Park, CO. The Gospel was from Matthew 1:18-24.
Archbishop Aquila’s homily on the Third Sunday of Advent, December 15, 2019. The Mass was for the installation of Fr. Angel Perez-Brown as the Pastor of St. John the Baptist in Johnstown, Colorado and St. Nicholas in Platteville, Colorado. The Gospel was from Matthew 11:2-11.
The 125th Anniversary of Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Catholic Church in Denver, Colorado. The Gospel and homily were from the First Sunday of Advent (Matthew 24:37-44).
Installation of Fr. Nick Larkin as Pastor of Assumption Catholic Church in North Denver. The Gospel and homily are from the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time (Luke 21:5-19).
Mass for the installation of Pastor of Fr. James Crisman at St. Francis of Assisi in Longmont, Colorado. Archbishop Aquila’s homily focused on the character of Zacchaeus welcoming Christ into his home as an image of what it means to be a faithful disciple.
On October 13, 2019, Archbishop Aquila gathered with the faithful at St. Scholastica Catholic Church in Erie, Colorado, for a Mass and Dedication of an Altar.
Archbishop Aquila reflects on what it means to love God above all things and to love your neighbor as yourself.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from August 10, 2019 at St. Benedict's Monastery. Fr. Charles Albanese, OCSO was officially "blessed"/installed as the new Abbot of the Monastery in Snowmass, Colorado.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the July 28, 2019 Mass at the National Association of Catholic Family Life Ministers Conference which was held in Denver, Colorado.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the July 13, 2019 Priest Ordination of Fr. Rafael Solorio, O.M.V.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the dedication of St. Mark's Catholic Church in Westminster, Colorado. His homily is about the importance of the how the church building represents the Universal Church and makes us holy as she is holy.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Immaculate Heart of Mary Catholic Parish on August 13, 2019. This Mass was celebrated with Permanent Deacons throughout the Archdiocese of Denver for the annual "Deacon Day" celebration. The Gospel was from Matthew 18.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from St. Francis of Assisi's Church dedication on Wednesday, June 19, 2019. His homily is about how the Church is called to holiness. This church is a gift from the Father, a gift for your children, and a gift for future generations.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the 1st Sunday of Advent, December 2, 2018. The Gospel is from Luke 21:25-36. It was the installation of Fr. Gregory Cioch as Pastor of Christ the King (Denver). His homily focused on the importance of keeping our eyes fixed on Jesus and preparing a place for him in our hearts. No matter what happens to us in our world or Church, Jesus remains strong and wants to renew our hope and trust in him.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the installation of Fr. Scott Bailey as Pastor of Risen Christ Catholic Church in Denver. The homily focuses on the important role the Pastor has in bringing others to a deeper relationship with Christ. This includes--in relation to the readings--loving God with all one's "heart, mind, and strength," and loving one's neighbor as oneself.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the installation Mass of Fr. Jason Wunsch, pastor of St. Gianna Molla (September 16, 2018). The homily focuses on the importance of not following the voice of the Evil One, but rather that of Jesus. All of us must answer the important question of who Jesus is in our lives. More specifically, Fr. Jason as the pastor of the community has the important task of leading others to answer this specific question as well. As a new parish, they are together grow in their relationship with the Lord, trusting that He will take care of everything.
Archbishop's homily from his annual Anniversaries Mass at Immaculate Heart of Mary in Northglenn. There were around 150 couples who renewed their wedding vows. Two couples celebrated 70 years of marriage; one couple celebrated 75 years! The readings were from the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time and Archbishop's homily focused on the importance of being a living witness to Christ in the married life in a world which wants to tear apart what God has joined.
Archbishop Aquila's homily for a Mass of Reparation and Healing at the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception. The readings are from the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from St. Mary's Parish in Aspen. The church was re-dedicated on this day after a long renovation project. The Mass is taken from the Common of Dedication of a Church, and the homily focuses on our relationship to God the Father as the center of our lives and the center of our worship.
Archbishop Aquila's homily at Our Lady of the Valley in Windsor. Archbishop talks about the importance of the Eucharist in the life of the community and in the life of the family. During the Mass, he blessed the new Adoration Chapel; after Mass, he dedicated the new parish hall.
Archbishop Aquila's homily for the 100th Anniversary of St. Joseph Parish (Akron, CO) on the 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time (August 19, 2018). The homily gives thanks to God for the past 100 years of life and ministry at the parish, and based on the Mass readings, focuses on the importance of having a relationship with the Father in order to grow as a person, as a family, and as a community.
Archbishop Aquila's homily for the 50th anniversary of Queen of Peace (August 12, 2018). The homily focuses on the diversity of the parish in the past 50 years and how we as a community need to be centered around Jesus in the Eucharist.
Archbishop Aquila's homily for the 81st Catholic Biblical Association Mass at Regis University: July 29, 2018. Archbishop speaks of the importance of having am personal relationship with Jesus Christ whom we meet in the Scriptures, and how we are called to grow in a love for the Most Holy Eucharist, which is foretold of in today's Gospel (John 6:1-15).
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the Solemnity of the Sacred Heart of Jesus at Sacred Heart of Jesus parish in Boulder. World Day of Prayer for the Sanctification of priests.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from June 3rd at St. Anthony of Padua parish - Corpus Christi Sunday - Fr. Peter Urban's 60th anniversary.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the dedication of Holy Name (Sheridan) Church's altar and newly redesigned sanctuary on May 19, 2018.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from May 13th - Ascension Sunday - at Holy Cross parish in Thornton.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Holy Thursday Mass of the Lord's Supper at the Cathedral.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the 5th Grade Liturgy on February 28th at the Cathedral.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from 2/18/18, First Sunday in Lent at Spirit of Christ Arvada - Pastoral Visit.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from daily Mass on February 13th, for the Augustine Institute Mardi Gras prayer breakfast.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from February 11th pastoral visit to St. Therese parish in Aurora.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from the ordination of transitional deacons at the Cathedral Basilica on February 10th.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from January 14 at the Cathedral, 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from March for Life Mass at the Cathedral on January 13, 2018.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from January 1st, 2018 at Guardian Angels in Mead for the dedication of the new parish center/temporary church.
Archbishop Aquila's homily December 17th at the Cathedral, the 3rd Sunday in Advent. Celebration of Cardinal Stafford's 60th priestly anniversary.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from December 16th - Memorial of Our Lady of the New Advent - at Light of the World parish. Celebration of the 10th anniversary of the Companions of Christ.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, December 8, 2017, at the Cathedral Basilica.
Archbishop Aquila's homily from December 3rd, 1st Sunday in Advent, at St. Louis parish in Louisville..
Archbishop Aquila's homily from November 19th at Cathedral - 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Women, wrote Pope St. John Paul II, are called to shape “the moral dimension of culture,” creating “a culture worthy of the person.” Today, when moral relativism comes disguised as tolerance and cultural outrage masquerades as the conviction of conscience, this task is more challenging and more compelling than ever. This talk considers the reasons why.