The Summit with Father Kyle Ingels

The Summit - Episode 90 - Deacon C.J. Johnson: Reflections on September 11, 2001

Fri, 11 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Deacon C.J. Johnson returns with reflections on September 11, 2001, and his experiences at the Pentagon on that day. Deacon C.J. is a permanent deacon serving at Corpus Christi Parish and assists in the formation program for deacon candidates.

https://www.pentagonmemorial.org/

The Summit - Episode 89 - Rhonda Miller, Director of Project Rachel in Colorado Springs

Fri, 04 Sep 2026 08:00:00 -0300

This week our guest is Rhonda Miller, Director of Project Rachel in Colorado Springs. She will tell us about this ministry for post-abortive women and men.

Local Project Rachel Help Line (Call or Text) - (719) 203-8112

The website mentioned in the podcast is currently unavailable. You can contact Rhonda at the number above or at rmiller@diocs.org

The Summit - Episode 88 - Seminarian Joseph Hourigan

Fri, 28 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0300

It's back to the seminary for this week's guest, Joseph (Joey) Hourigan, one of the seminarians for the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

Vocations: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Office-of-Vocations

The Summit - Episode 87 - Very Reverend Jaimes Ponce, J.C.D.: Diocesan Tribunal

Fri, 21 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this episode, Fr. Kyle talks with Fr. Jaimes Ponce, Judicial Vicar for the Diocesan Tribunal. The Tribunal adjudicates petitions for declarations of nullity of marriage, resolves due process cases and provides canonical research and advice.

The Summit - Episode 86 - Valerie Niemerg: The St. Cecilia Schola Cantorum

Fri, 14 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Valerie Neimerg, Director for the St. Cecilia Schola Cantorum, is back to give us an update and talk about the upcoming year.

In your child is interested in joining, please visit: https://stceciliaschola.blogspot.com/p/join-us.html

The Summit - Episode 85 - Erin Dooley, Director of the Respect Life Apostolate

Fri, 07 Aug 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Our guest this week is Erin Dooley, the new director of the Respect Life Apostolate for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Erin recently took on the position after Julie Bailey retired. Listen as we learn interesting facts about Erin - she is an author, a director of films and documentaries, and writer and producer of her own podcast - just to name a few. Also, find out about what is happening in the Respect Life Apostolate and exciting events coming up.

Respect Life Apostolate webpage: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Respect-Life-Apostolate

Tickets for Bishop's Respect Life Roundup: https://e.givesmart.com/events/P9R/

Visit Erin's website: https://www.erinrdooley.com/

The Summit - Episode 84 - Andrew Rossi: Headmaster of Our Lady of Walsingham Academy

Fri, 31 Jul 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Father Kyle is back after a short hiatus with a new episode! This week our guest is Andrew Rossi, Headmaster of Our Lady of Walsingham Academy (OLWA). Andrew is here to today to talk about classical education and the educational philosophy behind this independent Catholic high school.

https://olwclassical.org/

The Summit - Episode 83 - Father Francisco Quezada: St. Gabriel Classical Academy

Fri, 26 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Returning this week is Father Francisco Quezada, pastor of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish; today we’re going to be focusing on St. Gabriel Classical Academy and other things going on at the parish.

https://stgclassical.com/

https://www.saintgabriel.net/

We will be back with new episodes in August 2026.

The Summit - Episode 82 - Michael Ortiz: Notre Dame Club of Southern Colorado

Fri, 19 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this week's episode, Fr. Kyle talks with Michael Ortiz who is the President of the Notre Dame Club of Southern Colorado.

For more information: https://my.nd.edu/topics/1200/page/about

Email or Michael Ortiz: southerncolorado.president@alumni.nd.edu

https://www.facebook.com/NotreDameClubofSouthernColorado/

The Summit - Episode 81 - Professor Lucas Pollice: Pope Leo XIV's Encyclical Magnifica Humanitas

Fri, 12 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Professor Pollice is back on the pod to talk with Fr. Kyle about Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas

MAGNIFICA HUMANITAS: https://www.vatican.va/content/leo-xiv/en/encyclicals/documents/20260515-magnifica-humanitas.html

Also mentioned - Compendium of the Social Doctrine of the Church: https://www.vatican.va/roman_curia/pontifical_councils/justpeace/documents/rc_pc_justpeace_doc_20060526_compendio-dott-soc_en.html

The Summit - Episode 80 - Fr. Jarrod Waugh, C.S.C.: The Consecration to the U.S. to the Sacred Heart of Jesus

Fri, 05 Jun 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Holy Cross Father Jarrod Waugh, pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Colorado Springs, discusses the U.S. bishops' upcoming consecration of the United States to the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. Find out about the Holy Cross order's special connection to this devotion and the Mass that will take place at his parish on June 12. For information on the event at Sacred Heart Parish in Colorado Springs, visit https://www.sacredheartcos.org/. For background information on the consecration, visit https://www.usccb.org/consecration-united-states-sacred-heart-jesus.

Other referenced resources:

Encyclical Letter, Dilexit Nos, of the Holy Father Francis on the Human and Divine Love of the Heart of Jesus Christ: https://www.vatican.va/content/francesco/en/encyclicals/documents/20241024-enciclica-dilexit-nos.html

Servant of God Columba O'Neill: https://holycrosscongregation.org/holy-ones/br-columba-oneill-c-s-c/

In Kind Love: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5Q8pD0qxbdo

Saints mentioned for research: St. Margaret Mary Alacoque, St. John Hughes, St. Eugene de Mazenod, and St. Andre' Bessette

The Summit - Episode 79 - Fr. Kyle Ingels: Process of getting a new Bishop and the upcoming Priestly Ordination

Fri, 29 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this episode, Fr. Kyle talks about the process of getting a new Bishop for our diocese and the upcoming Priestly Ordination on June 6, 2026.

https://www.diocs.org/Herald/archbishop-golka-will-ordain-three-men-to-the-priesthood-on-june-6-at-10-am-at-holy-apostles-parish

Fr. Kyle's State of the Diocese video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=No54_N28BWw&t=1s

The Summit - Episode 78 - Joe Trechter: St. Mary's High School Update

Fri, 22 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300

This week our guest is Joe Trechter, the newly named President of St. Mary's High School. Joe is on to give us an update on the plans to relocate St. Mary's High School, his new role, and how the Memorare Campaign for the new campus is moving along.

https://www.smhscs.org/

https://secure.qgiv.com/for/stmaryshighschool

The Summit - Episode 77 - Father Jason Keas: Milk Grotto in Bethlehem

Fri, 15 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this week's episode, Father Kyle's guest is Father Jason Keas, Pastor of Holy Apostles Catholic Church in Colorado Springs. Father Jason is here today to tell us about a unique ministry he started for couples struggling with infertility.

https://www.seetheholyland.net/milk-grotto/

https://www.holyapostlescc.org/

The Summit - Episode 76 - Christian Meert: Quinceañera Prep

Fri, 08 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Christian Meert, from Agapè Catholic Ministries, is back for this episode to tell us about the Quinceañera preparation program.

Quinceañera means “one who is fifteen.” The Quinceañera is the celebration of a girl’s fifteenth birthday, marking her passage from childhood to womanhood. Many Catholic families request a Mass and blessing for their daughter, but Quince prep helps them to prepare her spiritually as well.

https://catholicquinceprep.com/en-us/

https://agapecatholicministries.com/

The Summit - Episode 75 - Bill Uhl: Morning Star Lay Carmelite Community

Fri, 01 May 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On the podcast this week, Fr. Kyle's guest is Bill Uhl, who is a member of the Morning Star Lay Carmelite Community in Colorado Springs. Listen to learn more about this third order.

https://laycarmcolorado.org/colorado-lay-carmelite-communities/

The Summit - Episode 74 - Professor Lucas Pollice: Pathways of Diocesan Renewal Formation Sessions

Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300

Professor Lucas Pollice, Chief Mission Officer for the Diocese of Colorado Springs, is back on this episode to tell us about the formation sessions he has been presenting at various parishes in the diocese.

Info regarding the Formation Sessions: https://www.diocs.org/About/Pathways-of-Diocesan-Renewal

Shortcut to Vatican II Sessions: https://www.diocs.org/About/Vatican-II

The Summit - Episode 73 - Deacon Mike McGrady and Andrew Koumis: Catholic Rooted Mental Health Counseling

Fri, 17 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300

This week, our guests are Andrew Koumis and a return visit by Deacon Mike McGrady. Deacon Mike is Director of Marriage & Family Life for the diocese, and Andrew is a licensed professional counselor with Alpine Family Counseling in Colorado Springs. Andrew is also a member of Corpus Christi Parish. They are on the podcast to talk more about the Catholic Mental Health Ministry and Catholic counselors.

https://www.diocs.org/Offices/The-Office-of-Marriage-and-Family-Life/Mental-Health-and-Counseling-Services

https://alpinefamilycounseling.com/

The Summit - Episode 72 - Jacob Morin: Expanding Catholic Education in the Northern Part of the Diocese

Fri, 10 Apr 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this week's episode, Fr. Kyle talks with Jacob Morin, a pilot who has served in the United States Air Force and is a 2014 graduate of the Air Force Academy. Jacob is here today to share his ideas about expanding Catholic education in the northern part of the diocese, in areas such as Monument and Castle Rock.

Email for questions: douglascatholicschools@gmail.com

If you would like to participate in the survey discussed in the episode, click on this link: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeQHklpTnvsNPzD2i-YeVsEuxRIkOPlE8EM4O79YHWvpxNLTw/viewform?pli=1

The Summit - Episode 71 - Fr. Matt Kane - an update and discussion about Tourette's Syndrome

Fri, 27 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this week's episode, Fr. Matt Kane is back to discuss the changes in the diocese, how things are going in his parish and his journey with Tourette Syndrome.

Prayer for a New Bishop

Almighty and ever-living God, in your faithfulness, grant to the Diocese of Colorado Springs a shepherd whose watchful care and kindly zeal will continue the good work of his predecessors.

In your love for us, give us a shepherd who will lead us in being Christ’s heart of mercy, voice of hope, and hands of justice. Let him who is chosen to be our shepherd strive to live more and more each day with holiness of life and heroic virtue so that he will lead your holy people in all truth.

Prepare him, we humbly pray, to fill our minds and hearts with the truth of the Gospel, the power of the sacraments, and the desire to actively work to build up your holy Church.

Loving God, grant our Holy Father Pope Leo wisdom in discernment as he chooses a new bishop for this local Church. By your divine providence, grant us a shepherd after the heart of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, whose benevolent care and zealousness will strengthen the people of God.

We ask this through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Diocese of Colorado Springs, and in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.

The Summit - Episode 70 - Fr. Kyle talks about changes at the Diocese of Colorado Springs

Fri, 20 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0300

On this week's episode, Fr. Kyle reflects on the changes at the diocese and how he found out about Archbishop-designate Golka's move.

Prayer for a New Bishop

Almighty and ever-living God, in your faithfulness, grant to the Diocese of Colorado Springs a shepherd whose watchful care and kindly zeal will continue the good work of his predecessors.

Prepare him, we humbly pray, to fill our minds and hearts with the truth of the Gospel, the power of the sacraments, and the desire to actively work to build up your holy Church.

We ask this through the intercession of Our Lady of Guadalupe, patroness of the Diocese of Colorado Springs, and in the name of Jesus Christ, our Lord, Amen.

The Summit - Episode 69 - Lauren Castillo: Bella Health and Wellness

Fri, 13 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0300

This week our guest is Lauren Castillo, Chief Mission and Revenue Officer for Bella Health and Wellness. Bella Health and Wellness is a clinic that is faith-based and life affirming, operating in Englewood, CO, Bismark, ND and soon they are expanding to Parker, CO.

Bella Health and Wellness: https://www.bellawellness.org/

The Summit - Episode 68 - Deacon Mike McGrady: Diocesan Mental Health Ministry

Fri, 06 Mar 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Deacon Mike McGrady, Director of Marriage and Family Life for the Diocese of Colorado Springs is here to tell us about the diocesan Mental Health Ministry, which is a relatively new ministry in the diocese.

Office of Marriage and Family Life: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/The-Office-of-Marriage-and-Family-Life

Mental Health and Counseling Services: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/The-Office-of-Marriage-and-Family-Life/Mental-Health-and-Counseling-Services

USCCB Healing and Hope: https://www.usccb.org/healing-and-hope

Novena to St. Dymphna: https://www.diocs.org/Portals/0/Documents/Offices/Pastoral%20Services/Marriage/St.%20Dymphna%20Novena.pdf?ver=UL-idz_U5DWBLFu7nIUjkQ%3d%3d

The Summit - Episode 67 - Steve Sisa: St. Vincent de Paul Society Update

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This week's guest, Steve Sisa, is back to give us an update on the St. Vincent de Paul Society and its impact on our community.

https://www.svdpcos.org/

The Summit - Episode 66 - Christian Meert: Baptism Preparation

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Christian Meert of Agapè Catholic Ministries is back this week to discuss Catholic baptism preparation.

Websites:

https://www.agapecatholicministries.com/

https://catholicbaptismprep.com/en-us/

The Summit - Episode 65 - Keith and Amanda Hessel: Catholic School Parents

Fri, 06 Feb 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Recently we celebrated Catholic Schools Week in the Diocese of Colorado Springs and this week we have local parents of six, Keith and Amanda Hessel, on to chat about their experience with Catholic education.

Diocesan Catholic Schools Website: https://www.diocs.org/Directory/Catholic-Schools/Diocesan-Catholic-Schools

Bishop's Scholarship Fund info: https://www.diocs.org/Directory/Catholic-Schools/Bishops-Scholarship-Fund

The Summit - Episode 64 - Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ: Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat Center

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode, Fr. Joe Laramie, SJ, the new Director of the Sacred Heart Jesuit Retreat Center is with Fr. Kyle to tell us about the retreat opportunities at the center.

Sacred Heart Retreat Center: https://www.sacredheartretreat.org/

Fr. Joseph's website: https://www.joelaramiesj.com/

The Ignatian Examen: https://www.jesuits.org/spirituality/the-ignatian-examen/ - Jesuits.org

Pope's Prayer Network: https://www.popesprayer.va/

The Summit - Episode 63 - Guest Fr. Francisco Quezada

Fri, 23 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0400

Fr. Francisco Quezada is Fr. Kyle's guest this week. Fr. Quezada is the Pastor of St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish in Colorado Springs. Fr. Quezada shares stories of being a young seminarian, his founding of the Office of Hispanic Ministry, and his 38 years of service as a priest.

St. Gabriel the Archangel Parish Website: https://www.saintgabriel.net/t. Gabriel the Archangel Catholic Church - Colorado Springs, CO

The Summit - Episode 62 - Guest Julie Bailey

Fri, 16 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode, our return guest is Julie Bailey, the diocesan Director of the Respect Life Apostolate. She is back to talk about the upcoming Rocky Mountain and National Marches for Life and give us an update on events happening in her office.

Also, don't forget to catch Julie and Deacon Doug Flinn's new podcast, Life, Love and Law:

https://lifeloveandlaw.podbean.com/

The Summit - Episode 61 - Guest Martin Nussbaum

Fri, 02 Jan 2026 08:00:00 -0400

This week Fr. Kyle's guest is Martin Nussbaum, a prominent lawyer who practices mainly in the area of religious freedom and political & public law. The topic of today's discussion is the rise of antisemitism in the United States and around the world. They also discuss a Vatican II document Nostra Aetate, the Declaration on the Relation of the Church with Non-Christian Religions (find the link below).

Nostra Aetate: https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decl_19651028_nostra-aetate_en.html

The Summit - Episode 60 - Guest Christian Meert

Fri, 26 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0400

This week's guest is Christian Meert of Agapè Catholic Ministries to discuss Catholic marriage preparation.

Websites:

https://catholicmarriageprep.com/

https://www.agapecatholicministries.com/

The Summit - Episode 59 - Fr. Kyle talks about Christmas

Fri, 19 Dec 2025 08:00:00 -0400

On this episode, Fr. Kyle talks about the weeks of Christmas and the feast days that happen throughout the season.

The Summit - Episode 58 - Guests Fr. Joseph Dygert and Mary McGlasson

Fri, 12 Dec 2025 10:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode, Fr. Kyle is chatting with Fr. Joe Dygert and Mary McGlasson. Mary recently celebrated 40 years of working at St. Joesph Parish in Salida, Colorado as the Office Manager. She started working right out of high school and has been at the parish ever since. Fr. Joe also talks about the capital campaign at the parish to update the church and parish buildings.

St. Joseph in Salida Colorado: http://www.stjosephsalida.org/

The Summit - Episode 57 - Fr. Kyle talks about the season of Advent

Fri, 05 Dec 2025 10:52:00 -0400

On this week's episode, Fr. Kyle shares thoughts on the Advent season as we move into the 2nd Sunday of Advent.

The Summit - Episode 56 - Guest Father Matt Kane, part two

Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Fr. Matt Kane and Fr. Kyle continue the discussion about seminary with this week's "A Day in the Life" of a seminarian.

Catch some of our current seminarians in their own short videos of a day in their life: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLuhWSkxJ3FcbKJ2N8eEYYHy3yW5OdtZlk

More information on Vocations: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Office-of-Vocations

The Summit - Episode 55 - Guest Fr. Matt Kane

Fri, 21 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

This week Father Matt Kane is back on the pod to talk about discernment for the seminary with Father Kyle.

Interested in Vocations or know someone who is? Information link: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Office-of-Vocations

The Summit - Episode 54 - Guest Professor Lucas Pollice

Fri, 14 Nov 2025 08:00:00 -0400

Professor Lucas Pollice is back on the pod with an update on the Year of Hope and an exciting new endeavor that the diocese has with Franciscan University's Franciscan at Home Catechetical Institute.

Year of Hope

Diocese of Colorado Springs | Franciscan at Home

The Summit - Episode 53 - Fr. Kyle talks about All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day

Fri, 07 Nov 2025 10:00:00 -0400

On today's episode, Fr. Kyle is solo with a talk about All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day and this season right before
Advent.

If you have episode suggestions, please email Fr. Kyle at - kingles@diocs.org

The Summit - Episode 52 - Guest Father Mark Zacker

Fri, 31 Oct 2025 08:00:00 -0300

Father Mark Zacker joins the podcast this week to talk about spiritual direction. Fr. Mark is the pastor at St. Francis of Assisi parish in Castle Rock, CO and oversees the spiritual direction ministry for the diocese.

For more information: Spiritual Direction

The Summit - Episode 51 - Guest John Suthers

Fri, 24 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0300

On this week's podcast, John Suthers is back to talk about the 100th anniversary of St. Paul Parish. Hear about how the rich history of Pauline Chapel, St. Paul Church and School intersect with the history of Colorado Springs.

St. Paul Catholic Church - Colorado Springs, CO

The Summit - Episode 50 - Guests Seamus McGuire and Tricia Faber

Fri, 17 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week's guests from St. Mary's High School are Seamus McGuire, the new Head of School, and Tricia Faber, the Director of Admissions. They are here to talk about the 140th anniversary of the school and what the future holds for the high school.

Links:

Home | St. Mary's High School

Memorare (Building) Campaign | St. Mary's High School

The Summit - Episode 49 - Guest Fr. Patrick DiLoreto

Fri, 10 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Fr. Kyle's guest this week is Fr. Patrick DiLoreto, who is the parochial vicar at St. Mark Parish in Highlands Ranch. Fr. Patrick is here today to tell us about the effort to open the cause for canonization of a young man from Colorado, Kendrick Castillo.

Link to EWTN video discussed in podcast: School Shooting Victim Kendrick Castillo Could Become a Saint | EWTN News In Depth

The Summit - Episode 48 - Guest Julie Bailey

Fri, 03 Oct 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Julie Bailey, director of the Respect Life Apostolate for the Diocese of Colorado Springs, is back with us this week to talk about three ballot initiatives that are being supported by the Catholic bishops of Colorado. Volunteers will be collecting signatures for these initiatives at many of our local parishes this weekend, October 4-5.

For more information: Child Safety Advocacy | Protect Kids Colorado | CO

The Summit - Episode 47 - Guests Bishop Richard Hanifen and Frannie Rose

Fri, 26 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Bishop Hanifen and Frannie Rose are on today's podcast to talk about the organization that they founded, One Simple Voice. We learn how this ministry got started and what it is.

For more information:

One Simple Voice: HOME | onesimplevoice

October 4th Concert: 2025Concert | onesimplevoice

The Summit - Episode 46 - Guests Natalie Ingram and Monica Lushko

Fri, 19 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week's guests are Natalie Ingram and Monica Lushko, who are the President and Vice President of Unity Women, a new apostolate for women. Unity Women is holding its first annual conference on October 18, at the Antlers Hotel in Colorado Springs.

Unity Women Conference Information: BELONG CONFERENCE | Unity Women

The Summit- Episode 45 - Guest Vincent Smith

Fri, 12 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week's guest is Vincent Smith, who is a seminarian starting his third year of theology at Mount St. Mary's Seminary in Emmitsburg, Maryland. Vincent discusses his vocation story and what life is like at the seminary.

To learn more about the diocese's seminarians: Seminarians

The Summit - Episode 44 - Guest Sister Catherine Peter Logan

Fri, 05 Sep 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Fr. Kyle interviews Sister Catherine Peter Logan, who is in her second year as a temporary professed sister with the Franciscan Sisters of Charity in Wisconsin. She tells us about her conversion to the Catholic faith, her work with the Jesuit Volunteer Corps and her interesting vocation story.

Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity: Franciscan Sisters of Christian Charity

Diocese of Colorado Springs - Office of Vocations: Office of Vocations

The Summit - Episode 43 - Guest Deacon Yunior Gonzalez

Fri, 29 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Today Fr. Kyle is talking with Deacon Yunior Gonzalez, who was ordained a transitional deacon on May 24 by Bishop Golka and is one of three men scheduled to be ordained to the priesthood on June 6, 2026. Learn about Deacon Yunior Gonzalez and his journey from Camagüey, Cuba to the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

For more information on Vocations: Office of Vocations

The Summit - Episode 42 - Guest Valerie Niemerg

Fri, 22 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Valerie Niemerg is on the podcast this week, to tell us all about the St. Cecilia Schola Cantorum, a choral program for children that is starting in September. Valerie is the Music Director at St. Mary's Cathedral in Colorado Springs and an accomplished opera singer.

Contact Valerie to sign up children for the program: vniemerg@stmaryscathedral.org

More on Valerie and a link to the St. Mary Cathedral Music Ministry page: Music Ministry

Link to the website for the Schola (currently being updated): Youth Choir Ministry of the Diocese of Colorado Springs

The Summit - Episode 41 - Guest Cody Stowe

Fri, 15 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week's guest is Cody Stowe, a local musician who is part of the Awaken Catholic Worship band that has appeared at several parishes around the diocese. Listen as Cody performs live the song "Magnificat (Holy is His Name)," which will be released on August 15th, the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

Links to the recording of the song and to Cody's Social Media accounts:

Magnificat (Holy Is His Name) (feat. Becky Conwell) by Cody Stowe - DistroKid

Please don't forget to like and follow!

The Summit Episode 40 - Fr. Kyle and Fr. Matt Kane talk about priest reassignments

Fri, 08 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0300

On this week's pod, Fr. Kyle and frequent guest to the Summit, Fr. Matt Kane, talk about what, why and how priest reassignments and moves take place every year.

The Summit Episode 39 - Guest Chris Scurto

Fri, 01 Aug 2025 10:00:00 -0300

We're back after a short break with an all-new episode! The guest this week is Chris Scurto, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Chris shares the history and mission of the foundation and how funds are acquired and secured for our parishes and the diocese.

For more information, visit: The Catholic Foundation of the Diocese of Colorado Springs

The Summit - Episode 38 - Guest Kris Hardesty

Fri, 11 Jul 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Father Kyle welcomes Kris Hardesty to the podcast to discuss Natural Family Planning, commonly known as NFP. The U.S. bishops have designated July 20-26 as National NFP Awareness Week, and Kris has been educating couples on the topic for many years.

For more information about the Creighton model or to contact Kris Hardesty, visit: fertilitycarecs.com

Diocesan webpage: Natural Family Planning and Fertility Awareness

The Summit - Episode 37 - Guests Jim and Christine Cote

Fri, 27 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Fr. Kyle talks with Jim and Christine Cote, Holy Apostles parishioners, who survived a horrific car crash in 2022. They talk about the many miracles that took place after the crash, their experience of the real angels among us, and the power of prayer.

The Summit - Episode 36 - Guests Bill and Eileen Maggio

Fri, 20 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0300

The guests this week are Bill and Eileen Maggio, who are members of St. Peter Parish in Monument. They are on the show to tell us about the Order of Malta and its ministry to the sick and those in need.

Information on the pilgrimage and the Order of Malta: Order of Malta - Western Association

Prayer of the Order of Malta:

Lord Jesus, thou hast seen fit to enlist me for thy service in the Order of St. John of Jerusalem. I humbly entreat Thee, through the intercession of the most holy Virgin of Philermo, of St. John the Baptist, Blessed Gerard, and all the saints, to keep me faithful to the traditions of our Order:

Be it mine to practice and defend the Catholic, the Apostolic, the Roman faith against sacrilege. Be it mine to practice charity towards my neighbors, especially the poor and sick.

Give me the strength I need, to carry out this my resolve, forgetful of myself, learning ever from Thy Holy Gospel a spirit of deep and generous Christian devotion, striving ever to promote God’s Glory, the world’s peace, and all that may benefit the Order of St. John of Jerusalem.

Amen.

The Summit - Episode 35 - Fr. Kyle Reflects on 20 Years as a Priest

Fri, 13 Jun 2025 10:00:00 -0300

In this week's special episode, Father Kyle looks back on his twenty years as a priest. Father Kyle was ordained a priest on May 28, 2005 for the Archdiocese of Washington D.C. and served at several parishes before returning to Colorado Springs in 2014. He was named Director of Campus Ministry by Bishop Michael Sheridan and remained in that role until 2024, when he was appointed Vicar General by Bishop James Golka.

The Summit - Episode 34 - Deacon Christian Vaca

Fri, 06 Jun 2025 08:00:00 -0300

This week our guest is Deacon Christian Vaca, soon to be Reverend Christian Vaca, our newest priest in the
Diocese of Colorado Springs. Christian's ordination is on June 7, 2025 at St. Mary Cathedral in Colorado Springs, CO.

The Summit - Episode 33 - Fr. Kyle's discussion on the Ordination of the Transitional Diaconate

Fri, 30 May 2025 10:00:00 -0300

On this week's episode, Fr. Kyle talks about the recent ordination to the Sacred Order of Deacons of three seminarians. Listen as he walks us through this ritual ceremony and Mass.

The Summit - Episode 32 - Guests Lisa Hunt and Tara Stone

Fri, 23 May 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Fr. Kyle's guests this week are Lisa Hunt and Tara Stone who are both consecrated virgins in the Diocese of Colorado Springs. They are here to tell us about themselves and their vocation. For more information:

United States Association of Consecrated Virgins: https://www.consecratedvirgins.org/

Diocese of Colorado Springs: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Office-of-Vocations/Consecrated-Life

Contact Lisa Hunt via email: lhunt@diocs.org

The Summit - Episode 31 - Guest Veronica Ambuul

Fri, 16 May 2025 10:00:00 -0300

The guest this week is Veronica Ambuul, the Director of Communications in the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Fr. Kyle and Veronica talk about the election of Pope Leo XIV and his background. They also talk about his hometown of Dolton, Illinois, which is also Veronica's hometown, in the southside of Chicago and what it was like to grow up there.

The Summit - Episode 30 - Guests Fr. Matt Kane and Stacy Paris

Fri, 09 May 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week Fr. Matt Kane and Stacy Paris from Our Lady of the Pines Parish in Black Forest recap their recent trip to Rome with their teen youth group. Initially, their trip was to witness the canonization of Blessed Carlo Acutis, but instead they were able to witness the funeral of Pope Francis.

Our Lady of the Pines Parish: https://www.ourladyofthepines.org/

The Summit - Episode 29 - Fr. Kyle's Reflection on the Passing of Pope Francis and the Conclave

Fri, 02 May 2025 10:00:00 -0300

For this week's podcast, Fr. Kyle talks about the passing and funeral of Pope Francis and the Conclave.

If you have any suggested topics or guest ideas for the podcast, please send us an email: editor@coloradocatholicherald.com

The Summit - Episode 28 - Guest Sheila Whalen

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0300

On today's episode, Sheila Whalen, Superintendent of Schools for the Diocese of Colorado Springs, is here to update us on the happenings in the diocesan Catholic Schools and trends here and nationwide.

For more information:

Catholic Schools, Diocese of Colorado Springs: https://www.diocs.org/Directory/Catholic-Schools

Bishop's Scholarship Fund: https://www.diocs.org/Directory/Catholic-Schools/Bishops-Scholarship-Fund

The Summit - Episode 27 - Fr. Kyle's Journey Through Holy Week

Fri, 11 Apr 2025 08:00:00 -0300

This week Fr. Kyle will lead us on a journey through Palm Sunday, Holy Week, and the Paschal Triduum.

Here's the link to the Lent and Easter Mass Times in the Diocese of Colorado Springs: Lent and Easter Mass Times

The Summit - Episode 26 - Guest John Suthers

Fri, 04 Apr 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week our guest is the former Colorado Springs mayor and former Colorado State Attorney General, John Suthers. Topics of discussion include John's law career, his time as Attorney General for the State of Colorado, his time as mayor of Colorado Springs and his memoir published in 2023, All This I Saw and Part of It I Was.

Book Link: https://www.amazon.com/All-This-Saw-Part-Was/dp/1955272972

The Summit - Episode 25 - Guest Steve Sisa

Fri, 28 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0300

Our guest this week is Steve Sisa, President of the Colorado Springs District Council of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul. Listen as we learn about the Society of St. Vincent and Vincentian history. Click the links below to investigate further:

Colorado Springs Council: https://svdpcos.org/

St. Mary's Cathedral Conference: https://www.stmaryscathedral.org/ministries/229-society-of-st-vincent-de-paul

Denver Conference: https://svdpden.org/

National Conference: https://ssvpusa.org/

The Summit - Episode 24 - Guests Deacon Rob Rysavy and Javier Cervantes

Fri, 21 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week listen in as Fr. Kyle discusses the new Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe that will be established at Divine Redeemer Church on July 1st with Deacon Rob Rysavy and Javier Cervantes. Additionally, they will discuss how the parish of Divine Redeemer and the parish of Our Lady of Guadalupe will be combining into one entity.

Read Bishop Golka's Letter: https://www.divineredeemer.net/article/2092482

Interesting info about the Basilica in Mexico City: https://virgendeguadalupe.org.mx/

The Summit - Episode 23 - Guest Professor Lucas Pollice

Fri, 14 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0300

This week our discussion is with Professor Lucas Pollice, our first return guest. Lent is the main topic of discussion, but Professor Pollice also shares updates on the Year of Hope, Bishop's Pastoral Letter and the Vatican II Parish Study that recently began.

Year of Hope: https://www.diocs.org/About/Year-of-Hope

Vatican II Parish Study: https://www.diocs.org/About/Vatican-II

The Summit - Episode 22 - Fr. Kyle Answers Questions About Lent

Fri, 07 Mar 2025 10:00:00 -0400

This week is a little different from our usual format. Fr. Kyle answers frequently asked questions about Lent and the ways people observe Lent.

App that Fr. Kyle mentions, Hallow: https://hallow.com/

The Summit - Episode 21 - Guest Deacon Cliff Donnelly

Fri, 28 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Father Kyle has an interesting discussion with his guest, Deacon Cliff Donnelly, who directs prison ministry for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Listen as they discuss how Deacon Cliff became involved in prison ministry and what it entails. For more information and how to help:

https://www.diocs.org/Ministries/Prison-and-Jail-Ministry

The Summit - Episode 20 - Guest Deacon Doug Flinn

Fri, 21 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

Father Kyle has an important and frank discussion on end-of-life and palliative care with this week's guest, Deacon Doug Flinn who is the Chancellor and General Counsel for the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

For more information and documents discussed: https://diocsgiftlegacy.diocs.org/

Ethical and Religious Directives for Catholic Health Care Services: https://www.usccb.org/resources/ethical-religious-directives-catholic-health-service-sixth-edition-2016-06_3.pdf

The National Catholic Bioethics Center: https://www.ncbcenter.org/

The Summit - Episode 19 - Guests Aisha Young and Deacon C.J. Johnson

Fri, 14 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

This week we have two guests! Aisha Young, the President of the Colorado Springs Council for Black Catholics and Deacon C.J. Johnson, the Spiritual Advisor to the council. They are here to talk about the council's history, happenings for the council, and the Black Catholics on the canonization journey.

Website: https://www.diocs.org/About/Catholic-Organizations/Colorado-Springs-Council-for-Black-Catholics

YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCmnz9l4seCABn6eDWWBw2Zg

FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/cscbc.be.seen

Email: cscbc.be.seen@gmail.com

National Black Catholic Conference: https://nbccongress.org/

The Summit - Episode 18 - Guest Jamie Crane

Fri, 07 Feb 2025 10:00:00 -0400

This week our guest is Jamie Crane, the Director of Stewardship and Development for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Jamie talks about the recent kick off of the Diocesan Ministry Appeal, what it is and how important it is for the diocese.

For more information: https://giving.diocs.org/

The Summit - Episode 17 - Guest Fr. Jarrod Waugh, CSC

Fri, 31 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

This week's guest is Fr. Jarrod Waugh, CSC, who is pastor of Sacred Heart Parish in Colorado Springs, CO and is currently serving as the Vicar for Consecrated Life in the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Fr. Jarrod talks about his background, his seminary experience at Notre Dame, his vocational discernment in the Congregation of Holy Cross and his work as Vicar for Consecrated Life.

Sacred Heart Parish: https://www.sacredheartcos.org/

Consecrated Life info: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Office-of-Vocations/Consecrated-Life

The Summit - Episode 16 - Guest Fr. Nathan Cromly

Fri, 24 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

This week's guest is Father Nathan Cromly, who is president of the St. John Institute and author of a new book called "Coached by Paul the Apostle: Lessons in Transformation." Listen as Fr. Cromly talks about the importance of the formation of Catholic leaders today and for the future.

Link to Fr. Cromly's book: https://scepterpublishers.org/products/coached-by-paul-the-apostle-lessions-in-transformation?srsltid=AfmBOooagxfnpBB-DNscLHtXZjSh6vVnmt0UR0nWIC5h00u76QHLw2g0&variant=44218634764465

Website: https://www.daregreatthings.org/

St. John Institute: https://www.saintjohninstitute.org/

The Summit - Episode 15 - Guest Fr. Thomas Pressley

Fri, 17 Jan 2025 10:00:00 -0400

On this week's episode of the Summit, Fr. Kyle chats with Fr. Thomas Pressley, the Parochial Vicar at St. Mary Cathedral in Colorado Springs. Fr. Pressley has been a priest since 2023, but before that he was in the U.S. Air Force and is a graduate of the U.S. Air Force Academy. Join us for an interesting discussion on military and cadet life.

St. Mary's Cathedral, Colorado Springs, CO

The Summit - Episode 14 - Guest Suzy Streeter

Thu, 09 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Today's guest, Suzy Streeter, is the founder of a new pilot program to provide spiritual mentoring to Catholics serving in the military. The discussion is informative as Suzy tells us about her extensive military background and how that expertise influenced the creation of this spiritual mentoring program.

If you have questions about this program, please contact militaryspiritualmentoring@diocs.org

Interested in becoming a military spiritual mentor?

To sign up to be a military spiritual mentor or mentee in the Colorado Springs area, please go to https://www.ourladyofthepines.org/militaryspiritualmentoring

To sign up to be a military spiritual mentor or mentee outside the Colorado Springs area, please go to https://www.milarch.org/spiritual-mentoring/

The Summit - Episode 13 - Guest Patty O'Connell

Sun, 05 Jan 2025 14:00:00 -0400

Father Kyle chats with his guest, Patty O’Connell, who is the diocesan coordinator of the Seven Sisters Apostolate. She is also the mother of one of our priests, Father Timothy O'Connell.

Find out more about Seven Sisters Apostolate: https://sevensistersapostolate.org/

Herald Article: https://www.diocs.org/Herald/seven-sisters-apostolate-aims-to-offer-a-holy-hour-for-each-priest-every-day

For questions regarding Fasting Brothers: https://sevensistersapostolate.org/fasting-brothers-group/

The Summit - Episode 12 - Guest Bishop James Golka

Fri, 20 Dec 2024 09:00:00 -0400

Bishop Golka joins Father Kyle to discuss his Pastoral Letter, "Christ Our Hope" which was promulgated on December 12th.

Check out the webpage to read the letter (bookmark it to revisit it all year): https://www.diocs.org/About/Year-of-Hope

The Summit - Episode 11 - Guest Professor Lucas Pollice

Fri, 13 Dec 2024 10:00:00 -0400

This week's guest is Professor Lucas Pollice, the Director of Missionary Discipleship and New Evangelization for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Lucas talks about his background as a professor at the Augustine Institute, his faith journey, and his passion for catechesis. Lucas recently assisted Bishop Golka in drafting is first pastoral letter "Christ Our Hope" promulgated on December 12, 2024. Listen as they discuss the pastoral letter and why you should read and study it.

Christ Our Hope: https://www.diocs.org/About/Year-of-Hope

The Summit - Episode 10 - Guest Javier Cervantes

Thu, 05 Dec 2024 14:00:00 -0400

Father Kyle talks with his guest, Javier Cervantes, who is the Director of Hispanic Ministry for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Listen as they discuss the diocesan patroness, Our Lady of Guadalupe, and gives us an update on what is happening in his ministry.

Don't miss the Diocesan Celebration of Our Lady of Guadalupe on December 8, 2024. Gathering at 1:30pm at Acacia Park (Tejon and Bijou Streets) in Downtown Colorado Springs. Procession begins at 2:00 pm from Acacia Part to St. Mary Cathedral. Mass is at 3:00pm in the Cathedral

The Summit - Episode 9 - Guest Fr. Matt Kane

Sun, 01 Dec 2024 14:30:00 -0400

On this episode, Fr. Kyle chats with Fr. Matt Kane who is parochial vicar at Our Lady of the Pines Parish in the Black Forest section of Colorado Springs. They chat about the challenges and rewards of priesthood. Fr. Matt has only been a priest for a little over two years so his perspective is as a younger priest with a lifetime of service ahead of him.

Fr. Matt's parish, Our Lady of the Pines: https://ourladyofthepines.org/

The Summit - Episode 8 - Guest Sr. Quynh Pham, FMA

Sun, 24 Nov 2024 14:30:00 -0400

Sr. Quynh Pham is with us for today's episode. She is discussing her journey to religious life and the work she is doing in women's vocations, as well as directing the diocesan young adult ministry. Sister Quynh is a member of the Daughters of Mary, Help of Christians, commonly known as the Salesian Sisters. She currently serves as Director of Young Adult Ministry for the Diocese of Colorado Springs and as Coordinator of Women’s Vocations.

For more info:

Office of Vocations, Consecrated Life: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Office-of-Vocations/Consecrated-Life

Young Adult Ministry: https://www.diocs.org/Ministries/Young-Adult-Ministry-Late-Teens-20s-and-30s

Salesian Sisters: https://www.salesiansisters.org/

The Summit - Episode 7 - Guest Danny Anderson

Sun, 17 Nov 2024 14:30:00 -0400

Fr. Kyle's guest this week is Danny Anderson, the producer of the new film on Servant of God, Michelle Duppong. Michelle was a former FOCUS missionary who died of cancer in 2015 at the age of 31.

Learn more about the film: Michelle Duppong - FOCUS

Learn more about Relic Films, Danny's production company: Relic Films

Instagram Relic Films (@relic.films) • Instagram photos and videos

The Summit - Episode 6 - Guest Andy Barton

Sun, 10 Nov 2024 14:30:00 -0400

Today's guest, Andy Barton, is the President and Chief Executive Officer of Catholic Charities of Central Colorado. In this episode, Andy and Fr. Kyle highlight the complex issue of homelessness in our community and the services that Catholic Charities provides to those experiencing homelessness. Join us for this informative episode and if you would like to know ways to help go to the website below.

Website: https://www.ccharitiescc.org/

Hunt Family Housing: https://www.ccharitiescc.org/hunt-family-housing-capital-campaign/

The Summit - Episode 5 - Guest Luke Vercollone

Tue, 29 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0300

This week, Fr. Kyle talks with Luke Vercollone, the Executive Director of Inferno Men's Mission. Luke will tell us about this mission and how it's a great way for men to fellowship in our diocese.

Coming up on November 9th is the Inferno Men's Conference and deadline to register is November 3rd.

Link to register: https://www.infernomen.com/event-details/inferno-mens-conference-2024-awake

Info about Inferno Men: https://www.infernomen.com/

The Summit - Episode 4 - Guest Julie Bailey

Tue, 22 Oct 2024 11:00:00 -0300

Our guest this week is Julie Bailey, the Director of the Respect Life Apostolate in the Diocese of Colorado Springs. Listen in as Fr. Kyle and Julie Bailey discuss the importance of voting "no" on Colorado ballot Amendment 79 and what the Mater Filius Home is in the Diocese of Colorado Springs.

More info on Amendment 79: https://www.righttoknowco.com/

Mater Filius Home: https://materfiliuscs.org/

Respect Life Apostolate: https://www.diocs.org/Offices/Respect-Life-Apostolate

The Summit - Episode 3 - Guest Brian Tucker

Sun, 20 Oct 2024 14:30:00 -0300

In this week's episode, Father Ingels chats with Brian Tucker, a Colorado Springs musician and composer who specializes in songs for praise and worship. Brian will talk about his journey as a singer/songwriter and we even get a special treat, he will beautifully sing one of his latest releases, "Burning Presence," live in studio!

Please check out Brian's website: https://briantuckermusic.com/

The Summit - Episode 2 - Guest Lisa Hunt

Sun, 13 Oct 2024 02:30:00 -0300

Fr. Ingels talks with Lisa Hunt, Campus Minister at the Diocese of Colorado Springs' Newman Center. Listen as they discuss what is happening at the Newman Center, the rewards and challenges and how you might be able to help.

Newman Center website: https://www.newmancos.org/

The Summit - Episode 1 - Get to know Fr. Kyle Ingels

Mon, 30 Sep 2024 18:24:52 -0300

Father Kyle Ingels is Vicar General and Director of Vocations for the Diocese of Colorado Springs. As Vicar General, Father Kyle assists Bishop James Golka in the administration and pastoral care of the diocese. He represents and acts in the place of the bishop in his absence. Father Kyle also oversees the formation of seminarians for the diocese.

He is the host of a new radio show called "The Summit with Father Kyle Ingels" in which he'll be talking to people from all walks of life who are making important contributions to the diocese, the Catholic Church and society as whole."