Office of Communications - Press Releases

Archive : Press Releases

Director of Communications/Official Spokesperson for the Archdiocese of Denver
Jeanette DeMelo
303-715-3230
Jeanette.DeMelo@archden.org

Date	Topic
January 3, 2010	Child/Youth Protection; Clergy: Statement on Father Mel Thompson’s restoration to priestly service and retirement In April of 2010, Archbishop Charles Chaput removed the priestly faculties of Father Mel Thompson, placed him on administrative leave and made the necessary report to civil authorities. After seven months of intense investigation, the Archdiocese of Denver's Conduct Response Team has have unanimously concluded that the allegation against Father Thompson is not supported by the evidence they reviewed.
December 22, 2010	Christmas: Catholics celebrate Christmas with concerts, carols and skits A sampling of local, Catholic Christmas schedules
May 11, 2010	Vocations: Why are these men becoming Catholic priests? Young men thrilled at opportunity to serve God, save souls
March 5, 2010	Education: Archdiocese issues statement on school admissions policy Policy communicated to couple at Sacred Heart of Jesus Catholic School in Boulder
February 1, 2010	Education: Denver Catholic School students to visit State Capitol on Wednesday State House of Representatives to publicly recognize group on floor

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