Basing its mission on the Gospel of Jesus Christ, as expressed in Catholic social teaching and the consistent life ethic, the CCC works to ensure a dignified and productive life for all Coloradans and provide opportunities for Catholics in Colorado to carry out their moral responsibility to participate in political life.
The Colorado Catholic Conference is the united voice of the Catholic bishops of Colorado and serves to uphold the dignity of human life and the common good in public policy.
The CCC advances policy at all levels of government — local, state, and federal — on issues that impact the Catholic Church and its teachings. The CCC's work includes:
Archbishop Samuel J. Aquila has led the Archdiocese of Denver since 2012. Ordained a priest in 1976 and a bishop in 2001, he previously served as Bishop of Fargo. He is known for his teaching on the sacraments, evangelization, and the beauty of Catholic doctrine.
Bishop Jorge H. Rodríguez serves as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Denver. Born in Mexico, he brings pastoral experience serving Hispanic Catholics throughout Colorado and a strong commitment to catechesis and formation.
Bishop James R. Golka was installed as the third bishop of Colorado Springs in 2021. A native of Nebraska, he brings decades of parish ministry and a deep commitment to youth, marriage, and family life.
Bishop Stephen Berg has served the Diocese of Pueblo since 2014. Ordained later in life after a career in business, he brings a distinctive perspective to Catholic advocacy in southern Colorado's rural and urban communities.
Brittany Vessely leads the Colorado Catholic Conference as Executive Director. She represents the Catholic bishops of Colorado at the State Capitol and coordinates the Conference's legislative, coalition, and grassroots work.
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Nathan Fisher supports the Conference's communications, advocacy campaigns, and network development, working closely with parishes across the three dioceses of Colorado.
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