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  1. 01
    Pope receives Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope receives Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento in Vatican.

    2 sourcesHoly See Press OfficeACI Stampa

    Pope receives Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento in Vatican. The Pope met the sisters on the 50th anniversary of the founding of the Federation of the Holy Spirit. The sisters follow the rule of St. Augustine and the constitutions of the order founded in 1807 by Blessed Maria Maddalena dell'Incarnazione.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeACI Stampa

  2. 02
    Holy Father attends Festival of the Family
    discussVaticanNew2h ago

    The Holy Father attended the Festival of the Family of the Governorate in the afternoon.

    Holy See Press Office

    The Holy Father attended the Festival of the Family of the Governorate in the afternoon. The event was announced by the Holy See Press Office.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  3. 03
    Pope names Maria Montserrat Alvarado to Fondazione Fratello Sole board
    discussVaticanNew3h ago

    She is Prefetto designato of Dicastero per la Comunicazione.

    Holy See Press Office

    She is Prefetto designato of Dicastero per la Comunicazione.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV receives President Edgars Rinkēvičs
    discussVaticanUpdated1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV received President Edgars Rinkēvičs of Latvia in audience.

    10 sources36 reportsHoly See Press OfficeVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV received President Edgars Rinkēvičs of Latvia in audience. They discussed good relations between the Holy See and Latvia, and the conflict in Ukraine. The President also met with Cardinal Pietro Parolin, Secretary of State of the Holy See.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeVatican News

From the Vatican

Vatican News · L'Osservatore Romano · Agenzia Fides · Agência Ecclesia
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV meets with Nenehne častilke Presvetega Zakramenta
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with the Nenehne častilke Presvetega Zakramenta monastic community.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV met with the Nenehne častilke Presvetega Zakramenta monastic community. He encouraged them to continue weaving community with threads of prayer and Eucharistic adoration.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum promotes seminar on parity
    discussEducation6h ago

    The Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum and the International Network of Women Leaders are promoting a seminar on parity.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    The Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum and the International Network of Women Leaders are promoting a seminar on parity. The seminar will focus on the relationship between work and parenthood. The event is organized by the Institute of Higher Studies on Women.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  3. 03
    Pilgrims flock to Mariamabad for 77th national pilgrimage
    discussCatholic LifeUpdated2h ago

    Thousands of pilgrims have gathered in Mariamabad, Pakistan, for the 77th national pilgrimage, despite forecasts of bad weather.

    2 sourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News

    Thousands of pilgrims have gathered in Mariamabad, Pakistan, for the 77th national pilgrimage, despite forecasts of bad weather. The pilgrimage, which will conclude on September 6, is a cornerstone of Marian devotion among Pakistani Catholics. Over 500,000 faithful are expected to attend.

    SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV tells Adoratrices Perpétuelles du Saint-Sacrement to be weavers of communion
    discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV received the Adoratrices Perpétuelles du Saint-Sacrement in Rome.

    3 sources4 reportsVatican NewsAgência EcclesiaAlfa y Omega

    Pope Leo XIV received the Adoratrices Perpétuelles du Saint-Sacrement in Rome. He emphasized the importance of constant search for Christ's face. He said a Eucharistic spirituality is necessary for unity in the Church. He encouraged the sisters to cultivate a spirituality of unity and love.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgência EcclesiaAlfa y Omega

  5. 05
    Rescuers save 2 workers after 9 days in Nepal tunnel
    discussCultureUpdated5h ago

    Rescuers in Nepal have saved two workers, Sanjay Shah and Kabir Maharjan, after they spent nine days trapped in a tunnel.

    4 sourcesL'Osservatore RomanoVatican NewsDeon+1

    Rescuers in Nepal have saved two workers, Sanjay Shah and Kabir Maharjan, after they spent nine days trapped in a tunnel. The rescue comes as the death toll from the recent disaster in the country surpasses 1,300. Over 5,000 people are still missing.

    SourcesL'Osservatore RomanoVatican NewsDeonAleteia

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV tells Arab bishops: do not fear smallness
    discussBishops8h ago

    Pope Leo XIV encouraged members of the Conference of Latin Bishops of the Arab Regions to focus on the essentials of the Christian faith.

    5 sources7 reportsVatican NewsAgenzia FidesArchdiocese of Huê+1

    Pope Leo XIV encouraged members of the Conference of Latin Bishops of the Arab Regions to focus on the essentials of the Christian faith. He told the bishops not to give in to fear or resignation and not to fear smallness.

    The Pope urged the bishops to be pastors close to their people, especially regarding the forced emigration of many Christian families. He recalled that local Churches operate in contexts often marked by political, social, and religious tensions.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgenzia FidesArchdiocese of HuêAleteia

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The Church throughout the world

The five parts the Annuario Pontificio counts, and in each of them only publishers who speak from it: a bishops' conference, a diocese, a Catholic paper of that place. An agency reporting about a continent from another one is in the day's edition below, not here.

  1. Africa Vatican News · ACI Africa · AMECEA
    1. CENCO urges action against Ebola
    2. Rev. Prof. Elias Omondi Opongo, SJ becomes Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Catholic University of Eastern Africa
    3. AMECEA, Hilton Foundation meet to empower vulnerable girls
  2. America Word on Fire · The Catholic Register
    1. What Is All This Exorcism Content For?
    2. On 9/11, airport chaplain saw faith in action
    3. Gander welcomes 9/11 refugees 25 years on
  3. Asia CBCP News · Apostolic Vicariate of Arabia del Nord · Coptic Catholic Patriarchate of Alexandria
    1. Catholic congregations pledge shared elder care
    2. Catholic religious leaders urge stronger action against corruption, dynasties
    3. Pope Leo XIV meets Latin bishops in Rome
  4. Europe cath.ch · Gość Niedzielny · Magyar Kurír
    1. Grégoire Oguey celebrates 800 years of the Collégiale de Neuchâtel
    2. Hozana and Misjonarki Miłości collect prayer intentions for St. Teresa's tomb
    3. Hajdódorogi Főegyházmegyei Karitász opens adománybolt in Vámospércs
  5. Oceania The Catholic Leader · Diocese of Chalan Kanoa · Archdiocese of Beira
    1. Peter Edwards receives archbishop’s award
    2. Diocese of Cork and Ross plans pilgrimage to World Youth Day 2027

Sunday, September 6

1 story · none yet corroborated
  1. 01
    Grégoire Oguey celebrates 800 years of the Collégiale de Neuchâtel
    discussCultureNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    The Collégiale de Neuchâtel is an historic church.

    Sourcescath.ch

Saturday, September 5

38 stories · 3 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope names Maria Montserrat Alvarado to Fratello Sole foundation board
    discussVaticanNew2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed Maria Montserrat Alvarado to the board of the Fratello Sole foundation.

    2 sources3 reportsVatican NewsACI Stampa

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed Maria Montserrat Alvarado to the board of the Fratello Sole foundation. The foundation aims to ensure the Vatican City State's full coverage of electricity consumption. Alvarado will take office as prefect of the Dicastery for Communication on November 1.

    SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa

  2. 02
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers homily
    discussBishopsNew4h ago

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers a homily on the 75th anniversary of the Incoronation of the titular painting, a work by Alessio Erardi.

    2 sources3 reportsKnisja MaltijaDiocese of Almería

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers a homily on the 75th anniversary of the Incoronation of the titular painting, a work by Alessio Erardi. The celebration is taking place in a parish. The bishop reflects on the significance of the event and the importance of faith, gratitude, and prayer.

    SourcesKnisja MaltijaDiocese of Almería

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV meets Latin bishops in Rome
    discussBishopsNew4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with Latin bishops from the Arab region in Rome.

    2 sources4 reportsApostolic Vicariate of Arabia del NordCoptic Catholic Patriarchate of Alexandria

    Pope Leo XIV met with Latin bishops from the Arab region in Rome. The bishops gathered for prayer, fraternal exchange, and reflection on the mission of the Latin Church. Pope Leo XIV delivered a message of hope and encouragement to the churches facing crises and challenges.

    SourcesApostolic Vicariate of Arabia del NordCoptic Catholic Patriarchate of Alexandria

  4. 04
    Mgr Dave Dean Capucao, nouvel évêque-prélat d’Infanta
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    FSSPX.News

    SourcesFSSPX.News

  5. 05
    Pope Urban VIII chooses Castel Gandolfo as summer residence
    discussVaticanNew2h ago

    Pope Urban VIII chose Castel Gandolfo as his summer residence 400 years ago.

    Vatican News

    Pope Urban VIII chose Castel Gandolfo as his summer residence 400 years ago. Many other popes followed in his footsteps. Vatican News reports on the history of the summer residence.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Vatican News publishes Lord's Day Reflection
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago

    Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: "Love is the basis and the fulfillment of the Law.”

    Vatican News

    Fr. Luke Gregory, OFM, reflects on the theme: "Love is the basis and the fulfillment of the Law.”

    SourcesVatican News

  7. 07
    Catholic congregations pledge shared elder care
    discussReligious OrdersNew2h ago
    CBCP News

    Catholic religious congregations in the Philippines pledged to develop shared elder care. The congregations made the pledge on Saturday.

    SourcesCBCP News

  8. 08
    Pope: Church needs a Eucharistic spirituality of unity in love
    discussVaticanNew10m ago
    3 reportsVatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  9. 09
    Catholic religious leaders urge stronger action against corruption, dynasties
    discussBishopsNew2h ago
    CBCP News

    Catholic religious leaders called for stronger action against corruption, political dynasties and misuse of public funds. They ended their national convention Saturday.

    SourcesCBCP News

  10. 10
    What Is All This Exorcism Content For?
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  11. 11
    Pope Leo receives Adoratrices Perpetuae Sanctissimi Sacramenti
    discussVaticanNew3h ago

    Pope Leo received the Adoratrices Perpetuae Sanctissimi Sacramenti at the Vatican.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo received the Adoratrices Perpetuae Sanctissimi Sacramenti at the Vatican. He encouraged them to live their consecration with new hope and striving for holiness.

    SourcesVatican News

  12. 12
    L’Osservatore Romano publishes story on Casa Luisita
    discussCultureNew3h ago

    L’Osservatore Romano publishes a story on Casa Luisita and the mothers of the disappeared in Mexico.

    Vatican News

    L’Osservatore Romano publishes a story on Casa Luisita and the mothers of the disappeared in Mexico. The story highlights the women’s search for their loved ones and their efforts to keep their memory alive.

    SourcesVatican News

  13. 13
    Hozana and Misjonarki Miłości collect prayer intentions for St. Teresa's tomb
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Gość Niedzielny

    Hozana and Misjonarki Miłości collect prayer intentions for St. Teresa's tomb in India. The initiative is related to the 10th anniversary of her canonization.

    SourcesGość Niedzielny

  14. 14
    ‘The Bible in a Year’ podcast is back — this time for the whole family
    discussLife & FamilyNew3h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  15. 15
    Hajdódorogi Főegyházmegyei Karitász opens adománybolt in Vámospércs
    discussDiocesesNew3h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    The Hajdódorogi Főegyházmegyei Karitász opened an adománybolt in Vámospércs. The store has become a community space where help, solidarity and love are tangible. The organization gave thanks for the past year on August 25.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  16. 16
    Archbishop Charles Scicluna leads 30 daily masses
    discussLiturgyNew4h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  17. 17
    Pope Leo XIV appoints Dominican friar consultor
    discussVaticanNew4h ago
    Order of Preachers

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed fr. Isaac Zachariah Mutelo, OP, a consultor to the Dicastery for Interreligious Dialogue. The Zambian Dominican scholar will bring his expertise in interreligious dialogue, philosophy. Pope Leo XIV made the appointment.

    SourcesOrder of Preachers

  18. 18
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi preaches on Jesus
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  19. 19
    Matka Teresa calls it "the happiest day" of her life
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Deon

    Matka Teresa calls a day "the happiest day" of her life. She never forgot it.

    SourcesDeon

  20. 20
    Bishop Tom Deenihan advises Confirmation candidates
    discussEducationNew4h ago
    Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference

    Bishop Tom Deenihan offers advice to Confirmation candidates and their families. He highlights the importance of prayer and planning. He also advises choosing a Christian name and a sponsor.

    SourcesIrish Catholic Bishops' Conference

  21. 21
    La Croix proposes three educational games for the 2026 school year
    discussEducationNew4h ago
    La Croix

    The games are Letter up, Tacta, and À 2 pas.

    SourcesLa Croix

  22. 22
    Leo XIV visits France
    discussVaticanNew4h ago
    La Croix

    Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026. The country has seen a renewal of Catholicism, with an increase in baptisms and a renewed focus on evangelization. The pope is interested in this development.

    SourcesLa Croix

  23. 23
    Bischof Heinrich Timmerevers verabschiedet sich in Dresden
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Bischof Heinrich Timmerevers wird in Dresden verabschiedet. Er hatte seinen Rücktritt bekannt gegeben. Die Verabschiedung findet in der Hofkirche statt.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  24. 24
    Kirchen in Baden-Württemberg open 6,500 monuments
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Kirchen in Baden-Württemberg participate in the Tag des offenen Denkmals. Over 6,500 monuments open their doors nationwide.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  25. 25
    Mother Teresa documentary premieres in Kolkata
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  26. 26
    Annalisa Caputo publishes book on inclusion
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    The book is titled "Un dono per la tua comunità" and is published by Edizioni San Paolo.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  27. 27
    Agenzia SIR reports on hope in Congo
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    Merveille Mpudi is in charge of minors at the Centro Care in Kinshasa. The center accompanies children and teenagers who have lived on the streets.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  28. 28
    On 9/11, airport chaplain saw faith in action
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  29. 29
    Assembly in Bolivia Strengthens Dominican Collaboration in Latin America and the Caribbean
    discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
    Order of Preachers

    SourcesOrder of Preachers

  30. 30
    Gander welcomes 9/11 refugees 25 years on
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    Gander, Nfld. still welcomes visitors 25 years after 9/11. Multitudes come from away.

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  31. 31
    World Youth Day Cross brought to Ground Zero
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    The World Youth Day Cross was brought to Ground Zero in February 2002. The cross was brought by over 100 Canadian Catholics. The event was an act of solidarity and hope.

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  32. 32
    Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland, Ontario, celebrates 100 years
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    The Catholic Register

    Martyrs’ Shrine in Midland, Ontario, is 100 years old. The Canadian Martyrs feast day is on September 26.

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  33. 33
    Mary at the margins: The meaning of apparitions in a fractured world
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  34. 34
    God, what do you want me to know?
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  35. 35
    Why Black Catholic musicians should study Gregorian chant
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  36. 36
    Leo XIV publishes encyclical Magnifica Humanitas
    discussVaticanNew5h ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Bernardo Caldas praises Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas. The encyclical requires scrutiny of algorithms to protect humanity.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  37. 37
    O. Madej ends 30-year mission in Turkmenistan
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Gość Niedzielny

    O. Andrzej Madej OMI has ended his nearly 30-year mission in Turkmenistan. He aimed to be a witness to Christ and build relationships based on respect, kindness, and peace in the predominantly Muslim country. Vatican News reports on his experience.

    SourcesGość Niedzielny

  38. 38
    Deon publishes column
    discussCulture6h ago
    DeonPerspective

    Deon published a column about two clear proofs that society is losing. The column discusses Osiedle Maltańskie and a Lithuanian photographer.

    SourcesDeon

Friday, September 4

15 stories · 4 corroborated
  1. 01
    Diocese of Sincelejo and Diocese of Montería promote XXXIX Semana por la Paz 2026
    discussDioceses14h ago

    The Diocese of Sincelejo and Diocese of Montería promote the XXXIX Semana por la Paz 2026.

    2 sourcesDiocese of MonteríaDiocese of Sincelejo

    The Diocese of Sincelejo and Diocese of Montería promote the XXXIX Semana por la Paz 2026. The event is under the theme "La Paz nos llama, nos mueve, nos une". The Diocese of Sincelejo shares the program for the event.

    SourcesDiocese of MonteríaDiocese of Sincelejo

  2. 02
    US Bishops offer pre-midterms guidance
    discussBishops15h ago

    United States bishops released a guide to help priests learn Catholic Social Teaching so they can better explain these principles to their congregations ahead of the midterm elections.

    3 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

    United States bishops released a guide to help priests learn Catholic Social Teaching so they can better explain these principles to their congregations ahead of the midterm elections.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

  3. 03
    Cana launches wedding registry storefront
    discussLife & Family15h ago

    Cana has launched a wedding registry storefront that partners with Catholic businesses to offer items such as sacred arts, icons, jewelry, and wall mounts for Christian couples.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    Cana has launched a wedding registry storefront that partners with Catholic businesses to offer items such as sacred arts, icons, jewelry, and wall mounts for Christian couples.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  4. 04
    Caritas Nepal head urges action on climate change
    discussCatholic Life15h ago

    The head of Caritas Nepal is calling for global climate justice and shared responsibility following catastrophic flooding that killed more than 1,100 people and left thousands missing in…

    2 sourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

    The head of Caritas Nepal is calling for global climate justice and shared responsibility following catastrophic flooding that killed more than 1,100 people and left thousands missing in Nepal. Stephan Uttom Rozario reports that the leader urged concrete action to prevent similar tragedies.

    SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

  5. 05
    Suore di S. Maria Maddalena Postel reflect on prayer and action
    discussReligious Orders6h ago
    Suore di S. Maria Maddalena Postel

    Suore di S. Maria Maddalena Postel reflect on prayer and action in response to religious violence. Sister Maria Ignatia Langela SMMP shares her thoughts.

    SourcesSuore di S. Maria Maddalena Postel

  6. 06
    Antonio Cardoso sings on Vatican Radio
    discussCatholic Life7h ago

    He is a singer, composer and catechist.

    Vatican News

    He is a singer, composer and catechist. He presents a special space on the Brazilian Program of Vatican Radio.

    SourcesVatican News

  7. 07
    News of the World pirated phones
    discussCulture8h ago
    La Croix

    The British miniseries 'The Hack' is available on Arte. It tells the story of the News of the World phone hacking scandal. The scandal was one of the biggest in UK history.

    SourcesLa Croix

  8. 08
    Pope Leo XIV greets motorcyclists
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    Rome Reports

    Motorcyclists attended Mass at a church in Castel Gandolfo. Pope Leo XIV sent a greeting. The event was led by Father Tadeusz Rozmus.

    SourcesRome Reports

  9. 09
    Mart l-akkużat b’allegat stupru ta’ minorenni titkellem għall-ewwel darba
    discussLife & Family8h ago
    Newsbook

    SourcesNewsbook

  10. 10
    Kirchen planen Veranstaltungen zum Wahlwochenende in Sachsen-Anhalt
    discussChurch & State9h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Kirchen, Gewerkschaften, Vereine und Andere planen Veranstaltungen zum Wahlwochenende in Sachsen-Anhalt. Einige Gemeinden laden nach der Wahl zum Gebet ein.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  11. 11
    Padre Chrystian Shankar presides over 39th Hallel opening Mass
    discussDioceses11h ago
    Canção Nova

    Padre Chrystian Shankar presided over the opening Mass of the 39th Hallel in Franca, SP. The event runs until August 7.

    SourcesCanção Nova

  12. 12
    The Holy See Legitimizes Panentheism: A Heresy Against the Creator
    discussVatican10h ago
    The Remnant

    SourcesThe Remnant

  13. 13
    Abelardo de La Espriella appoints Ilva Myriam Hoyos as Colombia's new education minister
    discussEducation12h ago
    Vida Nueva

    Abelardo de La Espriella has appointed Ilva Myriam Hoyos as Colombia's new education minister. Hoyos is a laywoman who currently advises the Colombian Episcopate. She was appointed on September 2.

    SourcesVida Nueva

  14. 14
    Pope Leo XIV to name new cardinals
    discussVatican13h ago
    2 reportsThe Pillar Podcast

    Pope Leo XIV is expected to name new cardinals. JD and Ed discuss likely and unlikely picks.

    SourcesThe Pillar Podcast

  15. 15
    Focolare Movement calls for charity
    discussCatholic Life14h ago
    Focolare Movement

    The Focolare Movement calls for charity. Charity should be at the foundation of every action.

    SourcesFocolare Movement

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