Catholics in Colorado Springs reflect on the ‘rich legacy’ of Bishop Emeritus Michael Sheridan
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. (KRDO) -- Catholics in Colorado Springs are remembering the life and legacy of Bishop Emeritus Michael Sheridan, who after serving in Colorado Springs for 20 years, died peacefully at Penrose Hospital on Tuesday.
The impact is felt deeply by the Diocese of Colorado Springs, and the men who viewed him as a role model of faith.
"Bishop Sheridan was the kind of guy that every priest had in his cell phone, every priest could call him any time they needed something. He was just always available," said Father Kyle Ingels, Director of Campus Ministry and Associate Director of Vocations.
Ingels says Bishop Sheridan played a large role in his decision to return to Colorado Springs and serve as a priest in the city he grew up in.
"I was working on the East Coast and he was a big part of me moving back to Colorado Springs as a priest to work here," said Ingels.
He says when he got to Colorado Springs, he was moved by the intentionality Bishop Sheridan showed in being readily available to support parishioners and priests alike.
The close relationships many had with Sheridan makes his passing feel even more personal.
"I can't even keep up with the messages of all the people who are reaching out, who knew him and who loved him, who are praying for him," said Ingels. "But I do believe again, as a priest and as a Catholic, that he is at peace now."
