SourcesVatican News
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 15m · Español · Italiano
What is happening in the Church today?
From the Holy See
Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Vatican Observatory- 03 discussVatican1d ago
The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event.
Vatican Observatory
The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event. The display allowed people to see and touch its shapes.
SourcesVatican Observatory
- 05 discussEducation9h ago
Catholic schools in Latin America provide education, welcome, and spiritual accompaniment to children and young people.
Agenzia Fides
Catholic schools in Latin America provide education, welcome, and spiritual accompaniment to children and young people. They aim to promote human development and social transformation. The Latin American and Caribbean Episcopal Council highlights education as a tool for this transformation.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussVaticanNew 17m ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow for the victims of the earthquake in Colombia.
29 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow for the victims of the earthquake in Colombia. He assured his prayers for the deceased and thanked the rescue workers. The earthquake killed over 100 people and injured many more.
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.
Tuesday, August 11
58 stories · 9 corroborated- 01 discussReligious OrdersNew 36m ago
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 03 discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
Pro-life organizations urge Attorney General Todd Blanche to restrict the distribution of mifepristone by mail.
3 sources·Diocese of ScrantonThe Catholic SunOSV News
Pro-life organizations urge Attorney General Todd Blanche to restrict the distribution of mifepristone by mail. They want him to follow through on his previous comments. The groups are reacting to a Biden administration policy permitting the shipment of mifepristone by mail.
- 04 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi with 2,500 young people.
2 sources·Diocese of ScrantonOrder of Preachers
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi with 2,500 young people. He urged them to become 'new saints'. The event was part of the Jubilee Year of St. Francis.
- 05 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Preparations are underway for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea.
3 sources·Diocese of ScrantonThe MonitorCatholic Herald
Preparations are underway for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea. The event is expected to take place from Aug. 3-8, 2027. Pope Leo XIV is expected to join young Catholics from around the world.
- 06 discussBishops3h ago
The Archdiocese of Curitiba celebrated the 100th birthday of Dom Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto with a Mass of Thanksgiving.
2 sources·Diocese of CuritibaCanção Nova
The Archdiocese of Curitiba celebrated the 100th birthday of Dom Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto with a Mass of Thanksgiving. The event took place at the Colégio Arquidiocesano Seminário São José. Dom Pedro Fedalto is the archbishop emeritus of Curitiba.
- 07 discussLife & Family2h ago
The Catholic bishops of Massachusetts stated that eliminating legal restraints on late-term abortion is 'gravely immoral'.
6 sources·Angelus NewsDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New York+3
The Catholic bishops of Massachusetts stated that eliminating legal restraints on late-term abortion is 'gravely immoral'. A new law allows physicians to perform abortions after 24 weeks if medically necessary. Massachusetts becomes the latest state with no abortion limits.
SourcesAngelus NewsDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New YorkOSV NewsThe Catholic SunAmerica
- 08 discussDioceses3h ago
The Diocese of Bragança Paulista participated in the Regional Sul 1 meeting.
2 sources·Diocese of JanaúbaDiocese of Bragança Paulista
The Diocese of Bragança Paulista participated in the Regional Sul 1 meeting. The meeting was held on August 8. Diocese representatives attended the event.
- 11 discussEducationNew 38m ago
OC Catholic
The Cornerstone Catholic Scripture Study is available in two locations. It is a Catholic Bible study. OC Catholic is offering it.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 12 discussCatholic LifeNew 44m ago
OC Catholic
Lisa's Library is part of the Our Lady Queen of Angels Ministry Center. It is a welcoming space with reminders.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 14 discussCatholic LifeNew 53m ago
OC Catholic
Over 1,000 parishioners gathered to celebrate 30 years of parish life at St. Thomas More in Irvine. Many shared stories from the past 30 years. The event marked a milestone for the parish.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 15 discussDiocesesNew 54m ago
OC Catholic
The Diocese of Orange's Mission Office explains its purpose. The office is often associated with second collections.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 16 discussLiturgyNew 54m ago
OC Catholic
OC Catholic discusses the meaning of Catholic vestments. Catholics wear various religious attire for different occasions.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 21 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
The Catholic Leader
TAFE Queensland CEO Tim Rawlings shared his story of how his childhood parish supported his family during difficult times. His father's declining health and death affected the family. Rawlings spoke at the Brisbane Catholic Professionals luncheon.
SourcesThe Catholic Leader
- 22 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
The Catholic Spirit
Pro-life activist Paul Vaughn shares his journey from evangelical to Catholic. He and his wife have 11 children.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
OC Catholic
Devout workers operate rides, games and food booths at the OC Fair. They practice their faith while working.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 28 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
ACI Prensa
Elbio López, a witness to Pope John Paul II's visit to Uruguay, recalls the transformative event and predicts a 'tsunami of grace' with León XIV's arrival. López shares his experience and expectations. León XIV's impact is anticipated.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 30 discussCultureNew 1h ago
The Tablet
Pete's Tavern in NYC is where O. Henry wrote 'The Gift of the Magi'. The tavern still exists today. Diners visit the booth where he wrote.
SourcesThe Tablet
- 31 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
The Monitor
Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton, has opened a new food pantry in Trenton. The pantry is located in the Community Center at Mayor Donnelly Homes. It aims to assist Trenton area residents in need.
SourcesThe Monitor
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
The Tablet
The Tablet publishes letters to the editor. Topics include St. Edith Stein and Frank Sinatra. The letters are from the week of August 15, 2026.
SourcesThe Tablet
- 34 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Piccola Opera della Divina Provvidenza
The Biało-Żółta Grupa Pielgrzymkowa began its 40th pilgrimage to Jasną Górę. The group is part of the 389th Kaliska and 35th Diecezjalna Piesza Pielgrzymki. This year's pilgrimage is guided by the motto 'Budujcie mój Kościół'.
- 36 discussDioceses2h ago
The Monitor
Joanne Krzywulak is the new advertising coordinator for The Monitor. She previously worked as circulation assistant. Krzywulak joined the staff in March 2024.
SourcesThe Monitor
- 42 discussDioceses3h ago
Catholic Review
Archbishop William E. Lori has regrouped parishes in the Archdiocese of Baltimore into 8 regions. The change reflects parish mergers and boundary changes from the Seek the City to Come initiative. The new regions replace the previous 10.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 43 discussCatholic Life3h ago
ACI Africa
Chris Onyonka, Focolare Movement's Project Coordinator, encourages Catholic journalists to look beyond their institutions and build networks. He spoke on the sidelines of a 'Sports for Peace' event in Rwanda's Kigali Metropolitan See. Onyonka wants journalists to discover and publicize unknown Church initiatives.
SourcesACI Africa
- 44 discussEducation3h ago
ACI Africa
SECAM members propose establishing an Episcopal Commission for Catholic Education to enhance continental coordination. The commission will ensure implementation of conference discussions and develop a framework for Catholic education. It will also establish mechanisms for collaboration and monitoring.
SourcesACI Africa
- 46 discussCatholic Life3h ago
ACI Prensa
Germán Somoyar, a doctor, saved two newborns during an earthquake in Colombia. He prioritizes children's care. The incident occurred during a terremoto.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 47 discussBishops3h ago
ACI Digital
Bishop Silvio Báez encouraged people to maintain a spiritual rebellion against the dictator. He made the remarks in a homily in Miami, Florida. The bishop is from Manágua, Nicaragua.
SourcesACI Digital
- 52 discussBishops4h ago
Catholic Review
Archbishop William E. Lori announces new clergy appointments. Appointments include pastor, associate pastors, deacons, and special ministry roles.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 58 discussEducation5h ago
CatholicPhilly
Archbishop Pérez requests prayers for Catholic school and religious education leaders. The prayers are ahead of the Archbishop’s Days for Educators on Aug. 25-27.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
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