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Upcoming Holy Days of Obligation 

• Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mon., Dec. 8
• Christmas Day, Thurs., Dec. 25
• Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Thurs., Jan. 1, 2026

COLORADO SPRINGS.  On Sept. 25, the Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Colorado Springs hosted its Inaugural Stewards Reception at Bishop James Golka’s residence celebrating the Stewards, each of whom pledged at least $25,000 to the Foundation’s Endowment. At the time of the reception, the foundation received over $500,000 in pledges.

SALIDA. “A woman of valor, who can find?” Here at St. Joseph Parish in Salida, the name that comes to mind is our beloved office and business manager of 40 years, Mary Guccione McGlasson. She has grown from a teenager to a savvy professional with a heart full of love. On Aug. 2, our parish honored Mary with a “workiversary” celebration to express our gratitude for her commitment, dedication, and the unique brand of joy she brings to each of us. The theme for the evening became, “What’s the best thing about Mary?”

On a crisp Friday morning in Highlands Ranch, a crowd of people gathered at Civic Green Park to witness the unveiling of a newly installed monument honoring Kendrick Castillo. The seven-foot-tall memorial features an American flag wrapped around the column, an image of Kendrick sitting on his Jeep, a bald eagle and a cross, representing Castillo’s faith as the foundation of his heroism.