Homilies and Reflections with Archbishop Golka

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 transformation—calling each person to love, trust, and follow Him wholeheartedly, especially in today's confused world.