Denver's Catholic Archdiocese, Famously Conservative, Enters the Leo Era
The Catholic Archdiocese of Denver, known for its conservative stance, has a new leader, Bishop James Golka, who may bring a more unified approach. Golka's appointment by Pope Leo XIV could signal a shift in the church's polarization, as he has been embraced by various constituencies in the archdiocese.
The Catholic Archdiocese of Denver has a new leader, Bishop James Golka. He was installed on March 25 and has the potential to unify the archdiocese's 600,000 Catholics. Golka has headed the diocese of Colorado Springs for the past five years. The archdiocese covers 25 counties in northern Colorado. Golka's predecessor, Archbishop Samuel Aquila, was beloved by many Catholic leaders in Denver. However, he frustrated many progressive Catholics with his policies. The archdiocese is known for its conservative stance, but Golka's appointment may signal a shift.
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