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Founded in 1836, the AOH was established to protect the clergy and the church property of Irish immigrants, and to aid newly arrived Irish in their time of need. Today, the Colorado AOH proudly carries on this tradition right here in the Rocky Mountains.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">We invite all Catholic men of Irish birth or descent to join us as we celebrate our enduring Irish heritage and strengthen our Catholic faith.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Our mission is guided by a commitment to service that transcends individual effort and builds a lasting community. 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We provide a space for Catholic men of Irish descent to connect, share experiences, and build lasting friendships. This fellowship transcends generations, creating a strong network that benefits both our members and their families.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Unity (Aontacht)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"462\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Website3.jpg?resize=1024%2C462&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-26\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Website3-scaled.jpg?resize=1024%2C462&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Website3-scaled.jpg?resize=300%2C135&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Website3-scaled.jpg?resize=768%2C346&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Website3-scaled.jpg?resize=1536%2C692&amp;ssl=1 1536w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/12\/Website3-scaled.jpg?resize=2048%2C923&amp;ssl=1 2048w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) defines Unity as the collective strength found in shared heritage and common purpose. This principle fosters a deep bond among members, bridging diverse backgrounds to work as one in the promotion of Irish culture and the defense of the Church. By standing together, the Order ensures that the voice of the Irish Catholic community remains resilient and influential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">Christian Charity (Carthanacht Chr\u00edosta\u00ed)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"945\" height=\"709\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Samaritan-House-2.jpg?resize=945%2C709&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-513\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Samaritan-House-2.jpg?w=945&amp;ssl=1 945w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Samaritan-House-2.jpg?resize=300%2C225&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/05\/Samaritan-House-2.jpg?resize=768%2C576&amp;ssl=1 768w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 945px) 100vw, 945px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">In the spirit of Christian compassion and giving, we are committed to Charity. Our divisions are actively involved in community service, fundraising, and providing aid to those in need. We focus on assisting Catholic charities and initiatives within Colorado, ensuring that our collective generosity makes a tangible, local impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\">We welcome everyone of Catholic faith and Irish descent. Whether you were born in County Kildare or adopted into an Irish-American family, you are our brother!<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Meet the Divisions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The Ancient Order of Hibernians (AOH) maintains a strong and active presence across the Denver metro area, organized into three distinct, geographically focused divisions leading vital charitable initiatives, including dedicated community service and outreach programs in downtown Denver. Together, these three divisions ensure that the AOH&#8217;s pillars of friendship, unity, and Christian charity thrive throughout the entire Mile High region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/the-michael-collins-division\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"493\">The Michael Collins Division<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"has-text-align-center wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/milehibernians.com\/staging\/5480\/the-fr-carrigan-division\/\" type=\"page\" id=\"495\">The Fr. 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