In his Rule, St. Benedict remarks that a monastery is never without guests. Though he wrote this line 1,500 years ago, the monastery remains alluring even for modern visitors. The monks leave the normal course of the world behind to seek first the Kingdom of God. But the world has a way of coming to...

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Why consecrate yourself to St. Joseph? Through his example of virtue, fatherhood and authentic masculinity, St. Joseph serves as a model for every man striving to live as a disciple of Christ.   Imitate St. Joseph’s life in a meaningful way and commit yourself to his intercession by c...

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…Rather, he said that the heart became a “battlefield” between love and lust. We want to love, and we are capable of loving. But the temptation to selfishness can easily get the upper hand. I see plenty of happy marriages. But those spouses all admit that it takes work. And tha...

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Life insurance can benefit everyone, not just those who are married and have children. Consider the following ways it could provide valuable financial protection for those closest to you. Cover final expenses. Naming your next of kin as your beneficiary can help pay for funeral, burial and other ...

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The Catholic Family in a Post-Christian World is the first part of Into the Breach: The Mission of the Family, a dynamic new video series that proclaims the truth and beauty of the Catholic vision of marriage and family life in the modern world.

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Why is Mary called Our Lady of Sorrows? We celebrate the feast of Our Lady of Sorrows on September 15th. It commemorates the profound union of heart that existed between the Mother of the Redeemer and the Savior, through which she experienced many interior sorrows as a consequence of His Mission,...

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Let's be intentional about building up a vibrant Catholic community as we celebrate Fatherhood this June! One way to do this would be to register your family for the "Fatherhood 5K Family Run/Walk" on June 20th in Colorado Springs! Not only will it be a fun family challenge, ...

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It wasn’t just his drinking that he fought against, but all his vices. Alcohol had made him give in to his temper; in sobriety, Talbot cultivated a spirit of meekness and gentleness. Alcohol had made him selfish; in sobriety, Talbot gave away all his money except what little he needed to...

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The sacrament is quite literally shrouded in mystery — the word “sacrament” comes from the Greek μυστήριον (mysterion), from which we also get “mystery” — and only a few souls have the privilege of crossing the veil to take up their front-row seat to God’s D...

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Get the Denver Catholic's Lenten Cookbook Straight to Your Inbox! Don't let the Lenten meatless Fridays get you down this year! Check out the Denver Catholic Lenten Cookbook, coming in early March! Lenten meatless meals can be a real sacrifice — how many grilled cheeses and PB&am...

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