Archdiocese of Denver

Colorado Catholic Leaders Cheer As New Pope Is Chosen

Cheers erupted from the room at the Archdiocese of Denver where Catholic priests, seminary students and employees were anxiously awaiting the announcement of the pope from the Vatican in Rome.

2013/03/13

The Cathedral of the Immaculate Conception (credit: CBS)

Cathedral Basilica Of The Immaculate Conception Celebrates 100 Years

The Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception celebrated a major milestone on Sunday — 100 years.

2012/10/28

Catholic Schools Worried New Health Care Plan Will Be Their Doom

The president’s health care plan is a hot topic this campaign season. Now some Catholic schools worry they might have to close because of the fines that come with violating part of the law on religious grounds.

2012/08/25

Pope Names Fargo Bishop As New Denver Archbishop

The new archbishop of Denver says he’s not yet familiar with major social issues in Colorado but believes the church should have a voice in public debates.

2012/05/29

Denver Archbishop Chaput Leaves Denver For Philadelphia

Pope Benedict XVI accepted the resignation of Philadelphia archbishop Cardinal Justin Rigali on Tuesday, sending him into retirement as the archdiocese faces accusations that it covered up a long-running priest sex abuse scandal.

2011/07/19

Denver Archbishop Charles Chaput To Leave For Philadelphia

Cardinal Justin Rigali is expected to step down Tuesday after eight tumultuous years leading the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

2011/07/18

Edelwina and Steven Leschinsky (credit: Larimer County Sheriff)

Larimer County Couple Avoids Jail Time In Child Abuse Case

A Larimer County married couple has avoided jail time in a case of child abuse. A judge handed down the sentences on Monday.

2011/05/09

Church Cancels Fundraiser For Couple Charged With Child Abuse

The Archdiocese of Denver confirms that a fundraiser for a couple facing charges of child abuse has been canceled.

2011/04/29

Church Clears Priest Of 1970s Sex Assault

A Catholic priest in suburban Denver who was suspended last year following an allegation of sexual misconduct with a minor has been cleared of wrongdoing by the church.

2011/01/02