Sisters of Life Commend Denver Archbishop's Pro-Life Witness

The order praised Archbishop Samuel Aquila's steadfast defense of Gospel values.

Published on Feb. 18, 2026

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The Sisters of Life, a religious order dedicated to promoting the sanctity of human life, have formally commended Archbishop Samuel Aquila of Denver for his unwavering pro-life advocacy and outspoken defense of Catholic teachings. In a letter, the order's leadership praised the archbishop's consistent voice in upholding the truth of Jesus Christ, particularly through his writings, and thanked him for his support of their work in the Archdiocese of Denver over the past decade.

Why it matters

Archbishop Aquila's recognition by the Sisters of Life underscores his prominent role as a leading pro-life voice in the Catholic Church, especially in the Western United States where the order sees the Church as 'younger' and 'full of the zeal and enthusiasm of those who have taken the new evangelization to heart.' The commendation highlights the archbishop's influential position in shaping the Church's response to the culture of life issues.

The details

In their letter, Mother Mary Concepta, superior general of the Sisters of Life, and Mother Agnes Mary, founding superior general, expressed gratitude for Archbishop Aquila's 'consistent voice of truth in charity' and his support for the order's work and ministry. The sisters noted that they were 'delighted to discover the dynamics unique to the Church in the West' since establishing a convent in Denver in 2015.

  • Archbishop Aquila retired on February 7, 2026 after serving the Archdiocese of Denver for over 13 years.
  • The Sisters of Life wrote their letter of commendation for Archbishop Aquila in 2023.

The players

Archbishop Samuel Aquila

The recently retired Archbishop of Denver who was praised by the Sisters of Life for his unwavering pro-life advocacy and defense of Catholic teachings.

Mother Mary Concepta

The superior general of the Sisters of Life, a religious order dedicated to promoting the sanctity of human life.

Mother Agnes Mary

The founding superior general of the Sisters of Life.

Sisters of Life

A religious order dedicated to promoting the sanctity of human life that established a convent in the Archdiocese of Denver in 2015.

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What they’re saying

“In recognition both of the support you have shown to our community and your steadfast fidelity in proposing the truth of Jesus Christ to a culture increasingly alienated from Gospel values, the Chapter of 2023 desired to present you with this formal letter of commendation.”

— Mother Mary Concepta, Superior General, Sisters of Life (Denver Catholic)

“It is clear that you take very much to heart the good of those souls entrusted to your care and we are grateful to be able to use your thoughtful reflections in our work of evangelization and ministry to young adults.”

— Mother Agnes Mary, Founding Superior General, Sisters of Life (Denver Catholic)

“For over a decade, they have been faithful testaments in the Archdiocese of Denver to the goodness, truth and beauty of God in each of his children. I am honored to work alongside them in preaching the Good News of life, and I am thankful for their prayerful support.”

— Archbishop Samuel Aquila (Denver Catholic)

The takeaway

Archbishop Aquila's recognition by the Sisters of Life underscores his prominent role as a leading pro-life voice in the Catholic Church, particularly in the Western United States where the order sees the Church as 'younger' and 'full of the zeal and enthusiasm of those who have taken the new evangelization to heart.' The commendation highlights the archbishop's influential position in shaping the Church's response to the culture of life issues.