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Catholic news for Monday, August 3

Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green

Monday, August 3

22 stories · 4 corroborated
  1. 01
    Belong, Believe, Become: A Journey of Faith and Unity at the Caravario Encounter 2026
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    11 sourcesDiocese of KundiawaDiocese of KeremaDiocese of Lae+3

    SourcesDiocese of KundiawaDiocese of KeremaDiocese of LaeArchdiocese of Mount HagenDiocese of KimbeArchdiocese of Port Moresby

  2. 02
    Pope appeals for peace in Ceuta
    discussVatican2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV expresses concern over the situation in Ceuta, Spain, amid a major migration and humanitarian crisis.

    5 sourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+2

    Pope Leo XIV expresses concern over the situation in Ceuta, Spain, amid a major migration and humanitarian crisis. He appeals for solutions to bring peace, stability, and justice. Thousands have crossed the border from Morocco, overwhelming the city's capacity.

    SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterRome ReportsCatholic World Report

  3. 03
    Pope writes to 97-year-old cardinal
    discussVatican1d ago

    Cardinal Ernest Simoni returns to a former prison camp in Albania where he was held for 18 years.

    4 sourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritThe Catholic Sun+1

    Cardinal Ernest Simoni returns to a former prison camp in Albania where he was held for 18 years. He offers a public Mass in memory of those who suffered and died there. Pope Leo sends a message for the occasion.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritThe Catholic SunOSV News

  4. 04
    Countdown to World Youth Day Seoul 2027 begins
    discussVatican1d ago

    World Youth Day Seoul 2027 will take place August 3-8, 2027, in Seoul, South Korea.

    4 sourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+1

    World Youth Day Seoul 2027 will take place August 3-8, 2027, in Seoul, South Korea. Catholics from around the world will gather alongside Pope Leo XIV. The event is one year away.

    SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

  5. 05
    Community reflects on Magnifica Humanitas
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Diocese of Rossano–Cariati

    The community of Rossano gathered in the cathedral to reflect on the Magnifica Humanitas, an encyclical on human dignity in the age of artificial intelligence. The event was part of the Achiropita festival. The community discussed the encyclical's themes.

    SourcesDiocese of Rossano–Cariati

  6. 06
    Tremensuoli celebrates Sts. Nicandro and Sebastian
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Diocese of Gaeta

    The community of Tremensuoli is holding solemn celebrations in honor of Sts. Nicandro and Sebastian from July 31 to August 9, 2026. The festivities commemorate the martyrs. The cult of St. Nicandro has a deep historical and faith connection.

    SourcesDiocese of Gaeta

  7. 07
    Cardinal Julio Duarte Langa dies
    discussBishops1d ago
    Archdiocese of Beira

    Cardinal Julio Duarte Langa, Bishop emeritus of Xai-Xai, has died at 98. He was the second cardinal in Mozambique's Catholic Church history. He served the Church for 28 years.

    SourcesArchdiocese of Beira

  8. 08
    Charita supports mental health care in Ukraine
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Církev.cz

    Charita Česká republika is supporting the development of mental health care in western Ukraine through a public collection. The renovation of a mental health center for children and adolescents in Lviv is a key activity. The center will provide specialized care after completion.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  9. 09
    Diocese of Cesena-Sarsina celebrates San Vicinio
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Cesena–Sarsina

    The Diocese of Cesena-Sarsina marks the feast of San Vicinio. The diocese has published a post about the event.

    SourcesDiocese of Cesena–Sarsina

  10. 10
    Teachers meet at Valencia cathedral
    discussEducation1d ago
    Archdiocese of Valencia

    The Archdiocese of Valencia's cathedral hosts a meeting of teachers from Fundación Colegios Diocesanos San Vicente Mártir. 1,468 teachers from 72 schools participate. The event marks the start of the new school year.

    SourcesArchdiocese of Valencia

  11. 11
    Bishop appoints new parish priests
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Lamezia Terme

    The Diocese of Lamezia Terme announces new parish priest appointments. Over 40 priests have been assigned to guide parishes in the diocese. The appointments include parishes and rectories in various locations.

    SourcesDiocese of Lamezia Terme

  12. 12
    Cagliari Cathedral serves as heart of Church
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Cagliari

    The Cattedrale di Santa Maria in Cagliari is the mother church of the Archdiocese. It has been a place of celebration, memory and hope for over seven centuries. The cathedral is dedicated to Santa Maria Assunta and Santa Cecilia.

    SourcesDiocese of Cagliari

  13. 13
    Bp Jan Wątroba emphasizes pilgrimage as journey of faith
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Diocese of Rzeszów

    Bp Jan Wątroba discusses the significance of pilgrimage. He highlights its importance as a journey of faith, conversion, and hope. The statement was published by the Diocese of Rzeszów.

    SourcesDiocese of Rzeszów

  14. 14
    SMA welcomes new arrivals
    discussReligious Orders1d ago
    Società delle Missioni Africane

    SMA community welcomes new members, including p. Silvano Galli from Togo and p. Renzo Adorni from Angola. The community is always in movement with new arrivals and departures.

    SourcesSocietà delle Missioni Africane

  15. 15
    Diocese of East Anglia Marks Double Celebration
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of East Anglia

    Parishioners, family, and friends gather at All Saints, Leiston. The event marks a double celebration for Canon David and the Diocese of East Anglia. A joyful gathering takes place.

    SourcesDiocese of East Anglia

  16. 16
    How Giuseppina’s gift became a century of faith
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  17. 17
    How Giuseppina’s gift became a century of faith
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Sydney

    SourcesDiocese of Sydney

  18. 18
    Tuesday August 4th: The harvest is rich
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Diocese of Port of Spain

    SourcesDiocese of Port of Spain

  19. 19
    Pope's comments renew debate
    discussVatican1d ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    Pope Leo XIV's comments on war have renewed debate about the church's role in politics. The debate raises questions about political power and the moral law. Catholic tradition is being reconsidered.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  20. 20
    Diocese reintroduces Office of Safeguarding
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Maitland–Newcastle

    The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle has reintroduced the Office of Safeguarding. The office is mentioned on the diocese's website. No further details are given.

    SourcesDiocese of Maitland–Newcastle

  21. 21
    Diocese reports abuse to helpline
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Maitland–Newcastle

    The Catholic Diocese of Maitland-Newcastle reports abuse to the Child Protection Helpline. The diocese has a process for urgent reporting of abuse. The helpline is part of this process.

    SourcesDiocese of Maitland–Newcastle

  22. 22
    SMAK Santa Filomena Mena prepares 76 beds for chili farming
    discussEducation1d ago
    Diocese of Atambua

    SMAK Santa Filomena Mena in East Nusa Tenggara prepares 76 agricultural beds for chili farming. This is part of the school's Pendidikan Plus program and Kurikulum Berbasis Cinta. The program is implemented in the school environment.

    SourcesDiocese of Atambua

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