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Colombia and the US signed a security pact allowing US military operations in Colombia to combat drug trafficking.
Colombia and the US signed a security pact allowing US military operations in Colombia to combat drug trafficking. The pact is part of a new chapter in defense cooperation between the two countries. The move has sparked controversy and institutional challenges.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
The Catholic Church and local Caritas have launched initiatives to combat desertification in Mongolia.
The Catholic Church and local Caritas have launched initiatives to combat desertification in Mongolia. The initiatives focus on reforestation and agricultural training. 81% of Mongolia's territory is at risk due to climate change and mining.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leone XIV visited the Republic of San Marino and the Meeting for Friendship among Peoples in Rimini.
Pope Leone XIV visited the Republic of San Marino and the Meeting for Friendship among Peoples in Rimini. He celebrated Mass in the port of Rimini with 25,000 people. The Pope also met with participants in the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples.
Pope Léon XIV visited the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, a gathering organized by Communion and Liberation.
Pope Léon XIV visited the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, a gathering organized by Communion and Liberation. He was the first pope to attend the event since John Paul II in 1982. The visit was seen as a recognition of the movement and a confirmation of the reforms imposed by his predecessor.
SourcesThe Holy SeeLa Croix
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22.
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22. He met with civil authorities and the local church community. The Pope emphasized the importance of human dignity, freedom of conscience, and Christian education. He also encouraged the young to keep their hearts open to the infinite and not be afraid to make demanding choices.
SourcesVatican News
The Catholic Church in India will celebrate Justice Sunday on August 23, a day for reflection, prayer, and raising awareness for social justice.
The Catholic Church in India will celebrate Justice Sunday on August 23, a day for reflection, prayer, and raising awareness for social justice. Archbishop Peter Machado and Cardinal Anthony Poola have issued statements calling for the promotion of social justice and the protection of the vulnerable. The day is an appeal to authorities and civil society to uphold constitutional principles of justice, equality, and secularism.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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.
Leon XIV met Blue Lou Marini, a saxophonist from the film Blues Brothers.
Leon XIV met Blue Lou Marini, a saxophonist from the film Blues Brothers. Marini gave the Pope a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses from the film. Marini spoke about the value of music and family.
SourcesVatican NewsDeon
The Church celebrates Santa Rosa de Lima, the first saint of the Americas.
The Church celebrates Santa Rosa de Lima, the first saint of the Americas. She was a Dominican tertiary and is the patron saint of America Latina, Peru, and the Philippines. Her feast day is August 23.
SourcesArchdiocese of HuêDiocese of FortalezaACI PrensaACI DigitalExaudi
Pope Leo XIV visited the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples in Rimini, Italy.
Pope Leo XIV visited the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples in Rimini, Italy. He emphasized the importance of peace and friendship among nations. The Pope also celebrated Holy Mass at the Port of Rimini.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican NewsArchdiocese of HuêDOMRADIO.DE
Mgr. Vinsensius Setiawan Triatmojo, Uskup Tanjungkarang, reflects on the meaning of independence. He calls for religious freedom and an end to persecution. FKUB Lampung promotes cultural events as a bridge to brotherhood.
SourcesMirifica News
Jesuits Global published an article on Paul IV. The article is titled “The Courage of Identity – The Jesuits and Paul IV”.
SourcesJesuits Global
They have had this position for around five years.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
Daniel Fabian, a police rabbi in Saxony-Anhalt, has been in office for five years and observes increasing antisemitism. He warns of the rise of the AfD. Fabian is one of three Jewish chaplains in Germany.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
Vatican Cardinal Michael Czerny has encouraged young Catholics in West Africa to approach their first regional Youth Day with courage, faith, and hope. The event is scheduled for September 7-12 in Accra, Ghana. Cardinal Czerny said the gathering would enable participants to examine the difficulties facing society and consider how obstacles to integral human development can be addressed.
SourcesACI Africa
Vatican News has published the saints of the week 23-30 August.
Vatican News has published the saints of the week 23-30 August. The list includes the saints of the day for each day of the week.
SourcesVatican News
Cardinal Juan Jesús Posadas Ocampo was killed outside Guadalajara International Airport. He was a victim of Mexico's cartel violence. The murder shocked Mexico.
SourcesRome Reports
Pope Leo XIV has articulated a Catholic vision for international relations rooted in human dignity, international law and multilateral cooperation. The Pope's vision comes as the post-World War II international order comes under strain. The Pope has spent the opening months of his pontificate on this vision.
SourcesThe Catholic Register
A documentary about Stanley Rother, an Oklahoma priest martyred in Guatemala in 1981, is released in limited theaters. The film tells Rother's story. Rother was a priest.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
The Highlands School marks 40 years with community events and campus improvements. The school is expanding programs. The Highlands School is forming the next generation of students.
SourcesThe Texas Catholic
Pope Leo says music fosters unity in praising God. He calls sacred music 'a treasure of profound value'.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
Russian forces attacked a shopping center in Kryvyi Rih, Ukraine, killing at least 16 people and injuring 130. The attack occurred in two waves, with a fire breaking out after the first strike. Medici senza frontiere reported the incident.
SourcesToscana Oggi
Singer Julia Reckendrees talks about the effect of music. In an interview, she explains why music can evoke emotions and what kind of music she likes to listen to. She also discusses how musicians find their place on stage.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
Famiglia Cristiana reports on a solidarity trek through regions hit by earthquakes in 2009 and 2016-2017. The trek spans 250 kilometers across four regions.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
Pope Leone XIV met with people who are sick, disabled, or poor in Rimini Cathedral.
Pope Leone XIV met with people who are sick, disabled, or poor in Rimini Cathedral. The Pope gave a speech and then celebrated the Eucharist. The meeting was organized by the Bishop and Caritas of Rimini.
Pope Leone XIV visited the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, Italy.
Pope Leone XIV visited the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, Italy. He met with participants and gave a speech. The Pope also visited the city of San Marino.
Pope Leone XIV visits San Marino, meeting with authorities and society.
Pope Leone XIV visits San Marino, meeting with authorities and society. He also visits Rimini and sends a telegram to the President of Italy.
Pope Leo XIV visited the Republic of San Marino and met with the ecclesial community of the Diocese of San Marino-Montefeltro.
Pope Leo XIV visited the Republic of San Marino and met with the ecclesial community of the Diocese of San Marino-Montefeltro. He then traveled to Pennabilli, where he had a private lunch at a monastery. The Pope was welcomed by local authorities and the bishop of the diocese.
The Archdiocese of Malta has posted the Sunday Mass for August 23, 2026, at 9:30am.
The Archdiocese of Malta has posted the Sunday Mass for August 23, 2026, at 9:30am. The Mass includes a prayer for spiritual communion. The archdiocese invites donations to carry out its mission.
SourcesKnisja MaltijaMagyar Kurír
The Diocese of Port of Spain and the Archdiocese of Malta publish the Sunday Gospel for August 23rd.
The Diocese of Port of Spain and the Archdiocese of Malta publish the Sunday Gospel for August 23rd. The Gospel reading is from Matthew 16:13-20.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Rimini, concluding his one-day pastoral visit to San Marino and Rimini.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Rimini, concluding his one-day pastoral visit to San Marino and Rimini. He reminded the faithful that authority is service. Over 25,000 people attended the Mass.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Léon XIV spoke at the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini.
Pope Léon XIV spoke at the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini. He called for authentic realism of mercy.
SourcesVatican Newscath.ch
Pope Leo XIV met with people who are sick, persons with disabilities and people living in poverty assisted by Caritas in the Rimini Cathedral.
Pope Leo XIV met with people who are sick, persons with disabilities and people living in poverty assisted by Caritas in the Rimini Cathedral. He reminded them of God's love for them. The Pope also visited the Meeting of Rimini, where he met with participants, volunteers, and guests.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with the poor and sick in Rimini, Italy.
Pope Leo XIV met with the poor and sick in Rimini, Italy. He encouraged them to let themselves be healed by Jesus and to walk together in community. The Pope also visited the cathedral, where he was greeted by the bishop and the Caritas community.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Rimini, Italy, during his pastoral visit to the region.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Rimini, Italy, during his pastoral visit to the region. He praised the people of Romagna for their frankness and solidarity. The Pope also emphasized the importance of using economic and power means to promote the common good.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Lev XIV visited Rimini and spoke at the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples.
Pope Lev XIV visited Rimini and spoke at the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples. He emphasized the importance of love, mercy, and responsibility. The Pope also met with young people and encouraged them to live their lives with love and hope.
SourcesVatican News
Vatican News publishes a reflection on Peter.
Vatican News publishes a reflection on Peter. Community in Mission publishes a homily for the 21st Sunday of the Year.
Pope Leo XIV urged young people in San Marino to open their hearts to God and find authentic freedom in Jesus Christ.
Pope Leo XIV urged young people in San Marino to open their hearts to God and find authentic freedom in Jesus Christ. He spoke at the Basilica of San Marino after meeting with the country's captains regent. The pope also worshiped the Blessed Sacrament and venerated the relics of Saint Marinus.
SourcesACI PrensaACI AfricaCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Pope Leo XIV spoke to 60,000 people at the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, Italy.
Pope Leo XIV spoke to 60,000 people at the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, Italy. He encouraged young people to build a civilization of love and to counter the lies of hatred and power. The Pope also celebrated Mass in the evening.
SourcesVatican NewsOpoka
Mgr. Antonius calls for solidarity with the victims of the earthquake in Flores. Caritas Indonesia sends 180 kilograms of medicine and provides psychosocial support for children. Mgr. Antonius expresses his closeness in prayer for the victims and survivors.
SourcesMirifica News
Archbishop Juan Nsue Edjang Mayé of Malabo has taken a temporary health leave. Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Miguel Angel Nguema Bee as Apostolic Administrator. The Archdiocese is not vacant.
SourcesACI Africa
Saint Titus Brandsma, a Dutch Carmelite, is one of them. Rome Reports tells the story of three 20th century martyrs of totalitarianism.
SourcesRome Reports
Pilgrims on a tour from Saint-Malo to Mont-Saint-Michel reflect on the feeling of being called by God. The tour was attended by aspiring religious teachers.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
Héctor Fabio Henao, delegate of Church-State relations of the Colombian Bishops' Conference, calls for continued support for communities affected by the earthquake. He made the call in an interview with Noticias Caracol.
SourcesVida Nueva
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