Kickoff · Sunday, November 29, 2026
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Awake, O Sleeper: Living Advent with Watchful Hope
Fr. Francis Therese, Prior
Advent at St. Ignatius
Advent spiritual growth · 2026
An Invitation to Peace: Advent Evenings at St. Ignatius
Prepare your heart
A spiritual oasis in a busy season
Join the Brothers of St. John for a four-part Advent series designed as a spiritual oasis in a busy season. Each evening includes chanted Vespers, a 20-minute spiritual reflection, Eucharistic Adoration with confessions, and light refreshments.
Confessions during the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass
Beginning the First Sunday of Advent, November 29, Fr. John Therese will hear confessions in the confessional during the 10:00 a.m. Sunday Mass. This additional opportunity to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation will continue after Advent.
Four evenings of watchful hope
Evenings & speakers
Week 1 · Wednesday, December 2, 2026
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
The Longing of the Heart: Waiting for the Messiah
Fr. John Therese
Week 2 · Wednesday, December 9, 2026
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
The School of Silence: St. Joseph and Contemplative Waiting
Br. Gabriel Maria
Week 3 · Wednesday, December 16, 2026
6:00 p.m.–7:30 p.m.
Rejoice in the Lord: The Prophecies and the Great O Antiphons
Br. Michael Paul
Vespers · Adoration · Hospitality
Evening order of prayer
- 6:00 p.m.
- Chanted Solemn Vespers
- 6:25 p.m.
- Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament
- 6:30 p.m.
- Advent Spiritual Reflection (20 minutes)
- 6:50 p.m.
- Silent Adoration & Confessions
- 7:25 p.m.
- Benediction & Reposition
- 7:30 p.m.
- Narthex Hospitality
Who is this for?
You are welcome here
Whether you attend Mass weekly, have been away from church for years, or simply crave an hour of stillness and sacred music after work, you are welcome here.
Invite a neighbor
We encourage every family to bring a friend, colleague, or loved one who could use an evening of spiritual renewal this season.
Location: St. Ignatius of Loyola Catholic Church, 2301 York St., Denver, CO 80205
Parking: Free parking is available in the parish lot behind the church and along Gaylord Street.
Join us for Mass
- Saturday5:00 p.m.
- Sunday7:30 a.m. · 10:00 a.m.
- Monday to Friday12:00 noon