Bishop Villani celebrates Mass outdoors after an earthquake hit Pola Flegrejskie. Caritas provides aid to evacuees. Residents face water shortages and school closures.
SourcesVatican NewsNewsbook
Sunday, August 9, 2026 · 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
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Vatican News · Newsbook · Agenzia Fides · Vatican Observatory- 01 discussBishopsNew 1h ago
Bishop Villani celebrates Mass outdoors after an earthquake hit Pola Flegrejskie.
2 sources·Vatican NewsNewsbook
- 02 discussCatholic Life14h ago
Radio Veritas Asia's Mandarin Service celebrated its 50th anniversary with a concert tour across Malaysia.
Agenzia Fides
Radio Veritas Asia's Mandarin Service celebrated its 50th anniversary with a concert tour across Malaysia. The tour marked the 12th anniversary of the Global Chinese Hymn Composition Contest. The contest has produced nearly 600 original hymns for the Chinese Catholic Church.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussVatican1d ago
Vatican Observatory shares latest research via La Civiltà Cattolica.
Vatican Observatory
Vatican Observatory shares latest research via La Civiltà Cattolica. The Jesuit periodical publishes updates on VO research.
SourcesVatican Observatory
- 04 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Edith Stein, also known as Santa Teresa Benedicta de la Cruz, was a Jewish convert to Catholicism who was martyred at Auschwitz.
6 sources·Diocese of San BernardoVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana+3
Edith Stein, also known as Santa Teresa Benedicta de la Cruz, was a Jewish convert to Catholicism who was martyred at Auschwitz. She is celebrated as a co-patron of Europe. Her life is an example of the search for truth and faith.
SourcesDiocese of San BernardoVatican NewsFamiglia CristianaACI DigitalMagyar KurírTK KBS
- 05 discussChurch & State1d ago
Archbishop Stanislav Přibyl and German Ambassador Peter Reuss commemorated victims of 1945 anti-German massacres in Ústí nad Labem.
Agenzia Fides
Archbishop Stanislav Přibyl and German Ambassador Peter Reuss commemorated victims of 1945 anti-German massacres in Ústí nad Labem. The massacres occurred after an ammunition depot explosion. At least 2,000 German victims were reported.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussCulture15h ago
Italian prisons face extreme heat and overcrowding.
Vatican News
Italian prisons face extreme heat and overcrowding. Antigone's report reveals a dramatic situation. President Patrizio Gonnella sounds the alarm.
SourcesVatican News
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 wire below, not here.
- Africa The Southern Cross · ACI Africa · Vatican News
- America The Jesuit Post · The Catholic Thing · The Monitor
- Asia Eparchy of Adiabene · Archeparchy of Arbil, Erbil · CBCP News
- Europe Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales · Archdiocese of Malta · Knisja Maltija
- Oceania The Catholic Leader · Catholic Outlook
Sunday, August 9
3 stories · 2 corroborated- 01 discussReligious OrdersNew 27m ago
Two Polish Franciscan friars, Zbigniew Strzałkowski and Michał Tomaszek, were martyred in Peru 35 years ago.
4 sources·Catholic New YorkThe MonitorGość Niedzielny+1
Two Polish Franciscan friars, Zbigniew Strzałkowski and Michał Tomaszek, were martyred in Peru 35 years ago. They stayed with their flock despite Shining Path violence. The friars served remote Andean communities.
SourcesCatholic New YorkThe MonitorGość NiedzielnyNational Catholic Reporter
- 02 discussVaticanNew 27m ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6-17.
3 sources·Vatican NewsLa CroixNational Catholic Reporter
Pope Leo XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6-17. The trip is expected to strengthen evangelization and renew hope. The Pope will also visit Assisi for the closing of the 'GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting'.
- 03 discussLife & FamilyNew 57m ago
Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales
Archbishop John Wilson warns of dangers of legalizing assisted suicide. He urges opposition to the proposal, promoting proper care instead.
Saturday, August 8
53 stories · 18 corroborated- 01 discussLiturgy4h ago
The Diocese of Port of Spain and Archdiocese of Malta publish the Sunday Gospel for August 9th.
3 sources·Archdiocese of MaltaKnisja MaltijaDiocese of Port of Spain
The Diocese of Port of Spain and Archdiocese of Malta publish the Sunday Gospel for August 9th. The readings include 1 Kings, Psalm 84, Romans, and Matthew 14:22-33.
SourcesArchdiocese of MaltaKnisja MaltijaDiocese of Port of Spain
- 02 discussLiturgy10h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta has posted the Sunday Mass for 9th August 2026, 9:30am.
2 sources·Archdiocese of MaltaKnisja Maltija
The Archdiocese of Malta has posted the Sunday Mass for 9th August 2026, 9:30am. The post includes Mass readings and a Prayer for Spiritual Communion.
- 03 discussCulture12h ago
The Hillbilly Thomists released their new album 'Strange Land' during their summer tour.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
The Hillbilly Thomists released their new album 'Strange Land' during their summer tour. The album was a surprise drop.
- 04 discussDioceses14h ago
The Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil invites to an event in Ankawa from August 12-14.
2 sources·Eparchy of AdiabeneArcheparchy of Arbil, Erbil
The Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil invites to an event in Ankawa from August 12-14. The event may be the beginning of discovering a beautiful path. It will take place in Ankawa.
- 05 discussReligious Orders15h ago
Father Ripin from the Chaldean Archdiocese of Erbil speaks about hearing God's call and invites to a vocation camp in Ankawa.
2 sources·Eparchy of AdiabeneArcheparchy of Arbil, Erbil
Father Ripin from the Chaldean Archdiocese of Erbil speaks about hearing God's call and invites to a vocation camp in Ankawa. The camp is upcoming. Father Ripin extends the invitation.
- 06 discussDioceses15h ago
The Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil invites visitors to Ankawa from August 12 to 14.
2 sources·Eparchy of AdiabeneArcheparchy of Arbil, Erbil
The Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil invites visitors to Ankawa from August 12 to 14. The event may mark the beginning of a new path. The archdiocese looks forward to welcoming guests.
- 07 discussDioceses9h ago
Bishop Ramón Valdivia has called for a vigil for peace in Ceuta after a migrant crisis.
3 sources·Diocese of Cádiz y CeutaVida NuevaInfoVaticana
Bishop Ramón Valdivia has called for a vigil for peace in Ceuta after a migrant crisis. He reflected on the humanitarian disaster in a letter to the diocese. The vigil is scheduled for August 14.
- 08 discussVatican13h ago
Pope Leo XIV appointed Cardinal Pietro Parolin as his legate for the 900th anniversary of the return of St. Agatha's relics to Catania.
4 sources·Diocese of CataniaCírkev.czCanção Nova+1
Pope Leo XIV appointed Cardinal Pietro Parolin as his legate for the 900th anniversary of the return of St. Agatha's relics to Catania. The celebrations will take place on August 16 and 17. The event commemorates one of the most significant events in the city's and local church's history.
- 09 discussVatican9h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit UNESCO on September 25.
3 sources·Gość NiedzielnyDOMRADIO.DEAlfa y Omega
Pope Leo XIV will visit UNESCO on September 25. He will speak about AI, a key theme of his pontificate. This is the first papal visit to UNESCO since 1980.
- 10 discussCatholic Life16h ago
George Wirnkar addressed participants at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali.
2 sources·ACI AfricaTK KBS
George Wirnkar addressed participants at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali. He cautioned against AI's dangers and encouraged understanding its potential. Wirnkar emphasized the importance of human dignity in AI use.
SourcesACI AfricaTK KBS
- 11 discussVatican18h ago
The beatification process has begun for American missionary Juan Tomis.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
The beatification process has begun for American missionary Juan Tomis. Pope Leo XIV has referenced Tomis as a major inspiration for his own vocation. Tomis is a native of Bridgeport, Connecticut.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 12 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7.
6 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7. He will preside over Mass on the eve of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. A painting of the Pope praying before the image of the Virgin will be unveiled.
SourcesVatican News
- 13 discussChurch & State16h ago
Lebanon and Israel made progress on border issues and prisoner return in Rome talks.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Lebanon and Israel made progress on border issues and prisoner return in Rome talks. The negotiations were reportedly successful. Vatican News reported the progress.
- 14 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo XIV marked the 900th anniversary of Saint Agatha's relics return to Catania.
4 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV marked the 900th anniversary of Saint Agatha's relics return to Catania. He wrote a letter to Cardinal Pietro Parolin, appointed as papal legate for the celebrations. The relics returned to Catania, Sicily.
SourcesVatican News
- 15 discussChurch & State17h ago
Bishop Gerald Mamman Musa warned Catholic communicators against self-promotion at the SIGNIS World Congress.
2 sources·Vatican NewsACI Africa
Bishop Gerald Mamman Musa warned Catholic communicators against self-promotion at the SIGNIS World Congress. He emphasized the importance of service and self-giving in communication. The congress highlighted the contributions of Catholic sisters to the Church and society.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Africa
- 16 discussReligious Orders17h ago
The Dominicans are celebrating the feast of St. Dominic.
5 sources·Diocese of Bà RiaDiocese of Bac NinhCatholic News Agency+2
The Dominicans are celebrating the feast of St. Dominic. It is not their biggest feast day. The feast is on August 8.
SourcesDiocese of Bà RiaDiocese of Bac NinhCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 17 discussVatican15h ago
Kardinal Vinko Bokalič Iglič expressed gratitude for Pope León's upcoming visit to Argentina.
2 sources·Vatican NewsReligión Digital
Kardinal Vinko Bokalič Iglič expressed gratitude for Pope León's upcoming visit to Argentina. He expects the Pope's message to focus on the social dimension of faith. The Cardinal also mentioned the importance of the role of laity and attention to the vulnerable.
SourcesVatican NewsReligión Digital
- 18 discussCatholic Life21h ago
Dan Brown discusses the importance of addressing mental illness in homeless outreach.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Dan Brown discusses the importance of addressing mental illness in homeless outreach. He shared his insights on 'EWTN News Nightly'.
- 28 discussReligious Orders11h ago
Suore Carmelitane del Sacro Cuore di los Angeles
The Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious has released materials for the 2026 elections for its Board of Directors. The elections are scheduled for 2026.
- 31 discussCatholic Life14h ago
Catholic Review
World Youth Day 2027 will be held in Seoul, South Korea. Pope Leo XIV is expected to attend. The event will take place from Aug. 3-8, 2027.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 34 discussDioceses14h ago
Archdiocese of IbaguéReligiose della Comunicazione Sociale
The replica of Señor de los Milagros de Buga begins a tour of the archdiocesan territory as part of Catedratón 2026. The pilgrimage starts on August 9. It is an official event of the Archdiocese of Ibagué.
SourcesArchdiocese of IbaguéReligiose della Comunicazione Sociale
- 37 discussChurch & State16h ago
The SIGNIS meeting in Kigali, Rwanda, discussed topics such as artificial intelligence challenges and child protection.
Vatican News
The SIGNIS meeting in Kigali, Rwanda, discussed topics such as artificial intelligence challenges and child protection. The meeting covered various themes, including synodal communication and media service for solidarity.
SourcesVatican News
- 42 discussDioceses17h ago
Kardinali Protase Rugambwa, Archbishop of Tabora, says the church is a community of believers united by Christ.
Vatican News
Kardinali Protase Rugambwa, Archbishop of Tabora, says the church is a community of believers united by Christ. The blessing of the cathedral should be accompanied by the blessing of the hearts of believers. He emphasizes the importance of living a life of unity, holiness, and mission to proclaim Christ.
SourcesVatican News
- 46 discussLife & Family18h ago
At least 300 children have died in Gaza since the ceasefire in October 2025.
Vatican News
At least 300 children have died in Gaza since the ceasefire in October 2025. Many residents live among ruins and debris. UNICEF reports one child dies daily.
SourcesVatican News
- 48 discussLife & Family19h ago
The last Christian village in Palestine, Taybeh, experiences recurrent attacks from colonizers.
Vatican News
The last Christian village in Palestine, Taybeh, experiences recurrent attacks from colonizers. Father Bashar Fawadleh fears families may abandon their lands. He appeals for peace, justice, and dignity.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussChurch & State19h ago
Colombia faces new violence despite a peace agreement.
Vatican News
Colombia faces new violence despite a peace agreement. The Church works for national reconciliation. Monseñor Héctor Fabio Henao explains.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussDioceses19h ago
Bishop Villani will celebrate mass outdoors after the earthquake in Campi Flegrei.
Vatican News
Bishop Villani will celebrate mass outdoors after the earthquake in Campi Flegrei. Caritas opens support center for displaced people. The population suffers from lack of drinking water and social tensions.
SourcesVatican News
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