NEW YORK. In 2012, Scottish professional diver Chris Lemons was temporarily stranded at the bottom of the North Sea with a rapidly dwindling supply of oxygen. Both before and after Lemons lost consciousness, two of his colleagues raced to save his life.

OGDENSBURG, N.Y. Dr. Michael O’Donnell, an Episcopal priest who worked with Catholic Charities of Central Colorado for several years and wrote a regular column in The Colorado Catholic Herald, died Feb. 15 in Ogdensburg, New York.

In 2022, the Diocese of Colorado Springs partnered with the Meitler Group to create a strategic growth plan for Catholic schools in our community. Through a comprehensive data study, we identified key areas for growth, shaping the strategic plan titled “Illuminating Our Path.” This plan is the result of collaboration among diocesan, parish, and school leadership, including Bishop James Golka, the Office of Catholic Schools, pastors, faculty, staff, and community representatives.

2025 Parish Lenten Schedules in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

COLORADO SPRINGS. The Diocese of Colorado Springs and Divine Mercy University are collaborating on a research project to explore how spiritual practices support each spouse’s well-being. Married couples who are attending a parish in the diocese are asked to visit https://divinemercyuw.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_ekqUmZ3mtAJGvrM to complete the survey. For more information, contact Deacon Mike McGrady at mmcgrady@diocs.org or 719-866-6293.