Our Diocese is taking an innovative and creative approach in bringing the Good News to people from all walks of life. The Catholic Center at the Citadel opened its doors to the public on November 23rd, 2001 to serve the community.

The Center is located on the upper level of the Citadel Mall in Colorado Springs, between Burlington Coat Factory and Dillards. The Catholic Center is staffed by five Capuchin Franciscans under the leadership of Fr. Curtis Carlson, O.F.M. Cap. About sixty dedicated volunteers provide them assistance.

Celebration of the Eucharist is held in the chapel Monday through Saturday (closed on Sundays), and prayer intentions are welcome. Referrals to parishes and Catholic Charities' programs and services, and opportunities to receive the Sacrament of Reconciliation in English or Spanish are some of the services that the Capuchins provide at the Center.

While the Catholic Center offers services that are directed towards the people of Catholic faith, you do not have to be Catholic to benefit from the services. It is open to everyone, whether you are a devout Catholic, or someone who would like to explore and learn more about the Catholic faith, vocation or religious order, or simply looking for a quiet place to meditate.

As with any non-profit ministry, the Catholic Center needs financial support to cover the cost of daily operating expenses. The Center will receive partial funding from the 108 Councils of the Knights of Columbus from the state of Colorado. However, additional funding is needed to ensure the Center's continued operation. If you would like to volunteer or provide financial support to the Catholic Center and its worthwhile ministry, please contact The Catholic Center at the Citadel at (719) 573-7364.

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