The Archbishop's Podcast

This homily was given on the 33rd Sunday in Ordinary Time 2025, Sacred Heart of Mary Parish Boulder CO

From the pulpit of the Cathedral Basilica of the Immaculate Conception in Denver, Archbishop Aquila addresses the faithful on the communion of saints and how we should consider death and our heavenly home while here on earth.

Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101925.cfm  

Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101925.cfm  

On the 28th Sunday of Ordinary time 2025, Archbishop Aquila holds a special mass for the instillation of Fr. Juan Fernando Sardi as pastor of Holy Name Parish. Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/101225.cfm

On the 27th Sunday of Ordinary time 2025, Archbishop Aquila holds mass with the congregation of the Cathedral Basilica in Denver for the instillation of the Cathedral's new rector, Father Michael Bodzioch. Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/100525.cfm  

On the Feast of the Archangels 2025, Archbishop Aquila joined with the congregation of St. Michael Parish in Craig to celebrate their 100th anniversary as a parish. Readings: https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/092925.cfm  

In this powerful homily delivered at a priestly ordination, Archbishop Aquila reflects on God's call through the prophet Jeremiah: "Before I formed you in the womb, I knew you." Drawing from Scripture, he exhorts new priests to depend on the Lord, to preach Christ alone, and to embrace the sacrifice of self-gift at the heart of their vocation. With urgency and tenderness, he reminds the faithful o...

On the 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time, Archbishop Aquila shares the joy of installing Brother Riley and Brother Joseph as acolytes, an important step in their journey toward the priesthood. He also reflects on the Gospel's difficult question: "Lord, will only a few people be saved?" and offers guidance on how Christ calls each of us to live with faith, perseverance, and hope in the promise of salvat...

What does it mean to be deeply rooted in the things that matter to God? This homily reflects on the Gospel message, inviting us to center our lives on faith, compassion, and service. In a world full of distractions, we are reminded to ground ourselves in what is eternal and life-giving.

What does it mean to love your neighbor? Archbishop Aquila connects Jesus's words in the good Samaritan story to the wider message seen across the Gospel readings in the past and coming weeks: God is calling us to love our enemies. Readings:   https://bible.usccb.org/bible/readings/071325.cfm   This homily was delivered at Holy Trinity Parish on the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time 2025.

A homily from the pulpit of Cure d'Ars Parish in Denver. Archbishop Aquila celebrates the 14th Sunday of Ordinary Time 2025, offering the Mass for the repose of the soul of Deacon Clarence McDavid, a pillar of the Denver Catholic community.

On the Solemnity of Saints Peter and Paul, Archbishop addresses the faithful at the Mother Cabrini Shrine with a challenge to ponder this pivotal question of Christ's: "Who do you say that I am?"

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 trans...