Serving St. Ignatius since 2023
The Brothers of St. John
Striving to follow Christ in the footsteps of St. John, the beloved disciple.
Who we are
The Brothers of St. John are a Catholic religious congregation, born in 1975 among university students in Fribourg, Switzerland, who wanted an authentic religious life and a solid formation in philosophy and theology. Today the brothers live in small priories on every continent. Together with the Apostolic and Contemplative Sisters of St. John and the lay oblates, they form the Family of St. John.
Our charism is to follow Christ as St. John followed him, to form our hearts and minds at the school of the beloved disciple, and to offer Christian and human formation to those who are searching for meaning in their lives, especially young people and families.
The brothers of the Transfiguration Priory came to Denver in 2015, at the invitation of Archbishop Samuel Aquila, and served at All Souls parish until 2023, when St. Ignatius of Loyola parish was entrusted to them.
St. Ignatius is named for the founder of the Jesuits, and the Jesuits served it for many years, but it is no longer a Jesuit parish. The Brothers of St. John are a different religious community, with their own life and charism, and they serve the parish today.
That life was made visible; we have seen it and bear witness, and we proclaim to you the eternal life.
1 John 1:2
Our life
Prayer
A life of silent prayer, adoration, the Eucharist and the Divine Office. Like St. John, who rested on the Lord's heart, we seek an ever deeper union with Christ, personally and in community.
Truth
Our studies have no other goal than this: to know God, to discover his loving plan for mankind, and to proclaim it. We seek the three wisdoms St. Thomas Aquinas teaches: philosophical, theological and mystical.
Fraternal life
“Love one another as I have loved you.” We live in small priories, in simplicity and joy, so that each one may be a home that radiates prayer, charity and light.
Mission
St. John proclaimed the risen Christ in many ways, each suited to the people of his time. We answer the call of the bishops in teaching, preaching, formation, retreats and parishes.
In Denver
St. Ignatius of Loyola parish
The brothers serve our parish at the altar, in the confessional and in the classroom. Beyond the parish they help engaged couples prepare for marriage, visit families in their homes, and serve as chaplains at Mullen High School, with Masses and retreats for students.
Regina Caeli Hermitage
In the foothills of the Rockies, about 30 minutes from downtown Denver, prayer cabins begun by Fr. Mollison in the 1980s were entrusted to the brothers in 2002. Each summer it is the novices' “desert.” The rest of the year, groups and individuals come for silent retreats among the pines.
Eagle Eye Ministries
Excursions, pilgrimages and summer institutes for teens, young adults and young professionals: an encounter with Christ, serious formation in the light of God's word, and friendships that last on the path to holiness.
Come and see
“Teacher, where do you live?” “Come and see.” John 1:38–39
If you are a man discerning your vocation and would like to learn more about the Brothers of St. John, or to arrange a visit, talk to one of the brothers after Mass or write to the community.
Join us for Mass
- Saturday5:00 p.m.
- Sunday7:30 a.m. · 10:00 a.m.
- Monday to Friday12:00 noon