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Acts of the Holy See

Holy See Press Office · ACI Stampa · Vatican News
  1. 01
    Pope receives Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento
    discussVaticanNew2h 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
    discussVaticanNew3h 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

L'Osservatore Romano · Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Agência Ecclesia
  1. 01
    L'Osservatore Romano publishes article on Goffredo Parise's narrative art
    discussCultureNew59m ago

    L'Osservatore Romano publishes article on Goffredo Parise's narrative art. The article discusses the judgments expressed by Natalia Ginzbrug.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    L'Osservatore Romano publishes article on Goffredo Parise's narrative art. The article discusses the judgments expressed by Natalia Ginzbrug. Gabriele Nicolò wrote the article.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV meets with Nenehne častilke Presvetega Zakramenta
    discussVaticanNew2h 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

  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
    L'Osservatore Romano reports XXXII Convegno ecumenico di spiritualità ortodossa at Monastero di Bose
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago

    L'Osservatore Romano reports the XXXII Convegno ecumenico di spiritualità ortodossa at Monastero di Bose.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    L'Osservatore Romano reports the XXXII Convegno ecumenico di spiritualità ortodossa at Monastero di Bose. The convegno focuses on San Pakomio.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  5. 05
    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

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV tells Arab bishops: do not fear smallness
    discussBishops9h 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

More from the Holy See →

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 AMECEA
    1. Rev. Prof. Elias Omondi Opongo, SJ becomes Rector and Vice-Chancellor of Catholic University of Eastern Africa
    2. AMECEA, Hilton Foundation meet to empower vulnerable girls
    3. Fr. Andrew Kaufa urges outgoing AMECEA staff to remain open to God's will
  2. America National Catholic Register · Vatican News · Canção Nova
    1. Jesus Offers Clear Advice on Christian Correction
    2. Leo XIV tells Adoradoras Perpétuas to weave communion with prayer and work
    3. What Is All This Exorcism Content For?
  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 · Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam
    1. Grégoire Oguey celebrates 800 years of the Collégiale de Neuchâtel
    2. Pope Leo XIV meets contemplative nuns
    3. Hozana and Misjonarki Miłości collect prayer intentions for St. Teresa's tomb
  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

45 stories · 6 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV meets contemplative nuns
    discussVaticanNew45m ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with contemplative nuns and emphasized their role in the Church as weavers of communion.

    2 sources4 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV met with contemplative nuns and emphasized their role in the Church as weavers of communion. He highlighted the importance of prayer, work, and Eucharistic adoration in building unity in love. The Pope also reiterated that the sacrament of the Eucharist is a symbol of the Church's unity in love.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  2. 02
    Leo XIV tells Adoradoras Perpétuas to weave communion with prayer and work
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Leo XIV met with Adoradoras Perpétuas do Santíssimo Sacramento.

    2 sources4 reportsVatican NewsCanção Nova

    Leo XIV met with Adoradoras Perpétuas do Santíssimo Sacramento. He emphasized the importance of constant search for Christ's face. He highlighted the value of their contemplative mission in the modern world.

    SourcesVatican NewsCanção Nova

  3. 03
    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

  4. 04
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers homily
    discussBishopsNew5h 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

  5. 05
    Fr. Luke Gregory reflects on love and law
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago

    The Church marks the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamPerspective

    The Church marks the Twenty-Third Sunday in Ordinary Time.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV meets Latin bishops in Rome
    discussBishopsNew5h 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

  7. 07
    Videos of Reenacted Medieval English Liturgies
    discussCatholic LifeNew9m ago
    New Liturgical Movement

    SourcesNew Liturgical Movement

  8. 08
    Jovanotti and Walt Whitman celebrate life
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago

    Jovanotti and Walt Whitman celebrate life in a column.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    Jovanotti and Walt Whitman celebrate life in a column. They discuss the beauty of life.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  9. 09
    Pope Leo XIV publishes encyclical Magnifica humanitas
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Francesco Monico reflects on it.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    Francesco Monico reflects on it.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  10. 10
    Pope Leo XIV addresses Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV received about 50 Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento - Federazione dello Spirito Santo in audience.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    Pope Leo XIV received about 50 Adoratrici Perpetue del Santissimo Sacramento - Federazione dello Spirito Santo in audience. He invited them to be "tessitrici di comunione".

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  11. 11
    Jesus Offers Clear Advice on Christian Correction
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  12. 12
    Mgr Dave Dean Capucao, nouvel évêque-prélat d’Infanta
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    FSSPX.News

    SourcesFSSPX.News

  13. 13
    L'Osservatore Romano publishes book review
    discussCultureNew59m ago

    L'Osservatore Romano reviews book 'Miei fratelli perduti' by V.V. Ganeshananthan.

    L'Osservatore RomanoPerspective

    L'Osservatore Romano reviews book 'Miei fratelli perduti' by V.V. Ganeshananthan. The book tells the story of Sashi.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  14. 14
    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

  15. 15
    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

  16. 16
    Catholic religious leaders urge stronger action against corruption, dynasties
    discussBishopsNew3h 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

  17. 17
    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

  18. 18
    What Is All This Exorcism Content For?
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  19. 19
    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

  20. 20
    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

  21. 21
    ‘The Bible in a Year’ podcast is back — this time for the whole family
    discussLife & FamilyNew3h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  22. 22
    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

  23. 23
    Archbishop Charles Scicluna leads 30 daily masses
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  24. 24
    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

  25. 25
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi preaches on Jesus
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  26. 26
    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

  27. 27
    Bishop Tom Deenihan advises Confirmation candidates
    discussEducationNew5h 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

  28. 28
    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

  29. 29
    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

  30. 30
    Bischof Heinrich Timmerevers verabschiedet sich in Dresden
    discussBishopsNew5h 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

  31. 31
    Kirchen in Baden-Württemberg open 6,500 monuments
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

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

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  32. 32
    Mother Teresa documentary premieres in Kolkata
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  33. 33
    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

  34. 34
    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

  35. 35
    Assembly in Bolivia Strengthens Dominican Collaboration in Latin America and the Caribbean
    discussReligious Orders6h ago
    Order of Preachers

    SourcesOrder of Preachers

  36. 36
    On 9/11, airport chaplain saw faith in action
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  37. 37
    Gander welcomes 9/11 refugees 25 years on
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    The Catholic Register

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

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  38. 38
    World Youth Day Cross brought to Ground Zero
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h 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

  39. 39
    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

  40. 40
    Mary at the margins: The meaning of apparitions in a fractured world
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  41. 41
    God, what do you want me to know?
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  42. 42
    Why Black Catholic musicians should study Gregorian chant
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  43. 43
    Leo XIV publishes encyclical Magnifica Humanitas
    discussVatican6h ago
    Agência Ecclesia

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

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  44. 44
    O. Madej ends 30-year mission in Turkmenistan
    discussCatholic Life6h 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

  45. 45
    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

7 stories · none yet corroborated
  1. 01
    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

  2. 02
    Pontifical Athenaeum Regina Apostolorum promotes seminar on parity
    discussEducation7h 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
    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

  4. 04
    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

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV greets motorcyclists
    discussCatholic Life9h 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

  6. 06
    Mart l-akkużat b’allegat stupru ta’ minorenni titkellem għall-ewwel darba
    discussLife & Family9h ago
    Newsbook

    SourcesNewsbook

  7. 07
    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

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