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The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design. This is the first time since 2014 that the Pope's image has been featured on Vatican euro coins. The new design is a departure from the previous choice.

SourcesDiocese of KontumLa Croix

SourcesDiocese of JakartaVatican NewsDiocese of RijekaMirifica News

SourcesDiocese of PožegaArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos

Pope León XIV's visit to Argentina has been officially announced. The Argentine Episcopal Conference and local dioceses are preparing for the visit. The Archbishop of Buenos Aires invites spiritual preparation for the Pope's arrival.

SourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaVatican NewsReligión Digital

Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru from November 11 to 17. The Church and people of Peru await his arrival with joy. His presence is expected to promote unity and peace in the country.

SourcesDiocese of MetzDiocese of Tacna y MoqueguaVatican NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The US Catholic bishops are reviewing and monitoring the order. CLINIC opposes the move.

SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaCatholic World Report

Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations. They aim to show that bishops, priests, and seminarians are ordinary men with an extraordinary call. This event promotes vocational awareness.

SourcesCatholic Outlook

Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors. The hospital will also fund a detransition clinic for five years. The payment includes $8,576,000 to the state of Texas.

SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event will include prayer for Spiritual Communion.

SourcesKnisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta

Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July. He returned to St. Patrick's Cathedral to celebrate Mass for the profession of vows of the Sisters of Life.

SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report

Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home Diocese of Syracuse, New York. The ministry is separate from his exorcist role.

SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws. This commitment was made during his nomination process. Recent pro-life and abortion-related news has been reported.

SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche. A key swing vote senator offered support for the nomination.

SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV. The event aims to be a celebration of hope. Preparations are in full swing.

SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago. The site was later retaken by Nationalist forces. A Mass of reparation was held after its recapture.

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Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail. This was announced on a call with a Protestant Christian ministry. The administration will put practices and policies in place to stop the shipment.

SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for soliciting a minor. He arranged a meeting with who he believed was a 15-year-old boy. The Archdiocese suspended him from ministry.

SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyThe PillarCatholic World Report

Catholic Scouting America members prayed for the country's future during the month of July. They marked the US 250th birthday with a novena prayer. The prayer is a patriotic petition for the country.

SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

The CNBB highlights 7 points on family vocation from Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia. The documents offer insights on family life. The CNBB is celebrating 45 years of Familiaris Consortio and 10 years of Amoris Laetitia.

SourcesCNBBDiocese of Itabira–Fabriciano

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico, rekindling hopes of a papal visit. The Pope is 'very eager to come to Mexico', Parolin told the Mexican President. The country's bishops expressed renewed hope for the visit.

SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

The Dioceses of Nice, Ancona-Osimo, and Asunción comment on the Gospel of Matthew 17, 14-20. The passage tells the story of a man who asks Jesus to heal his epileptic son. The Dioceses provide reflections on the Gospel reading.

SourcesDiocese of AsunciónDiocese of Ancona–OsimoDiocese of NiceLa Croix

The Diocese of Chiclayo will begin the beatification and canonization process of Juan Tomis Stack. Bishop Edinson Farfán Córdova made the announcement. Tomis had an impact on the life of Pope León XIV.

SourcesACI PrensaACI Digital

Pope León XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. The visit is seen as a significant event for Catholics in the region. The Pope's message is expected to focus on the dimension of faith.

SourcesDiocese of São José dos CamposArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican NewsDiocese of LimaDiocese of Salta