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Diocese of Požega · Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · The Holy See- 02 discussLife & Family10h ago
Cardinal José Advincula urges families, schools, Churches and communities to listen to young people struggling silently with loneliness, anxiety, bullying, academic pressure or family…
Agenzia Fides
Cardinal José Advincula urges families, schools, Churches and communities to listen to young people struggling silently with loneliness, anxiety, bullying, academic pressure or family problems after a shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University. The incident killed one student and injured others. The Cardinal made the appeal after the shooting that took place on 18 August at the Jesuit-run educational institution.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussVatican13h ago
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal.
5 sources·8 reports·The Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore Romano+1
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal. The Pope extended his greetings to all members of the Armed Forces and Security Forces in Portugal. He remembered the two young soldiers who lost their lives while assisting others. The Ordinariate was established 60 years ago and received its first bishop 25 years ago.
SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore RomanoVatican News
- 04 discussBishops16h ago
The earthquake occurred on August 24, 2016, and affected several regions in central Italy.
4 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsCaritas ItalianaL'Osservatore Romano+1
The earthquake occurred on August 24, 2016, and affected several regions in central Italy. The President of the CEI, Card. Zuppi, celebrated the Mass in Amatrice.
SourcesVatican NewsCaritas ItalianaL'Osservatore RomanoChiesa Cattolica Italiana
- 05 discussCatholic Life18h ago
Roseline Hamel and Nassera Kermiche speak to Vatican News about the tragedy that unites them.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Roseline Hamel and Nassera Kermiche speak to Vatican News about the tragedy that unites them. They are known as "sisters in sorrow". Roseline's brother, a priest, was killed in a terrorist attack in 2016. Nassera's son was one of the perpetrators.
- 06 discussDioceses14h ago
The Diocese of Lodwar in Kenya has warned the faithful about a fake priest who pretended to celebrate Mass and administer sacraments.
Agenzia Fides
The Diocese of Lodwar in Kenya has warned the faithful about a fake priest who pretended to celebrate Mass and administer sacraments. The man, who presented himself as Fr Jones Bogonko Onchonga, is a layman with a wife and two children. He is facing charges of identity theft.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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Tuesday, August 25
8 stories · none yet corroborated- 01 discussEducationNew22m ago
Agenzia SIR
Don Roberto Oliva is president of Associazione teologica calabra. The association unites theologians in Calabria. Oliva is a priest of Diocesi di San Marco Argentano – Scalea.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 02 discussLife & FamilyNew30m ago
Agenzia SIR
Nicola Petrosillo says correct information must be given so people are not afraid to get vaccinated. A 4-year-old girl died in Palermo because she was not vaccinated.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 07 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Angelus News
Hosea Alexander, a rocket scientist and LA's first permanent deacon, has died. He was ordained in 1975.
SourcesAngelus News
- 08 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Toscana Oggi
Don Enzo Capitani, chaplain of the prison in Grosseto, writes to local authorities. He asks them to overcome indifference.
SourcesToscana Oggi
Monday, August 24
50 stories · 6 corroborated- 02 discussCanon LawNew3h ago
A court ruled that spiritual direction is not protected by the same legal confidentiality as the sacrament of confession.
2 sources·ZENIT News Agency
A court ruled that spiritual direction is not protected by the same legal confidentiality as the sacrament of confession. The court described a protected confession as a confidential acknowledgment of wrongdoing made to clergy for the purpose of seeking spiritual absolution, comfort or guidance.
SourcesZENIT News Agency
- 03 discussCatholic Life7h ago
The Archdiocese of Popayán accompanied elderly at the Hogar San Vicente de Paúl in Popayán. The event included a Eucharist.
2 sources·Archdiocese of PopayánACI Prensa
The Archdiocese of Popayán accompanied elderly at the Hogar San Vicente de Paúl in Popayán. The event included a Eucharist. The Archdiocese of Popayán worked with other organizations.
- 04 discussCatholic Life9h ago
Catholic parishes and Catholic Charities in Nevada are responding with aid amid an ongoing wildfire that has caused mass evacuations in the Reno area.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Catholic parishes and Catholic Charities in Nevada are responding with aid amid an ongoing wildfire that has caused mass evacuations in the Reno area. Catholic churches in Nevada are opening their doors to those affected by the wildfires.
- 05 discussChurch & StateUpdated3h ago
Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher has called for balance on freedom to protest, criticising judges and activists for prioritising protests over common good and social cohesion.
2 sources·Diocese of SydneyCathNews Australia
Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher has called for balance on freedom to protest, criticising judges and activists for prioritising protests over common good and social cohesion. He made the comments in a recent address. The protests in question are weekly pro-Palestine demonstrations.
- 06 discussEducation12h ago
Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer has created a new study Bible to address the questions of many young Catholics abandoning their faith in the name of science.
5 sources·Angelus NewsOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun+2
Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer has created a new study Bible to address the questions of many young Catholics abandoning their faith in the name of science. The book, published by Our Sunday Visitor, aims to show that science and faith are complementary. Father Spitzer hopes readers recognize that the relationship of science and reason with faith are complementary and corroborative instead of contradictory.
SourcesAngelus NewsOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe MonitorAmerica
- 09 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Gość Niedzielny
United Surveys published a poll showing six groups in the Sejm. The poll found that 27.3% of respondents would vote for KO, 20.6% for PiS, and 14.1% for Konfederacja. Konfederacja Korony Polskiej would receive 8.4% of the vote, and Nowa Lewica would receive 7.1%.
SourcesGość Niedzielny
- 15 discussReligious FreedomNew3h ago
LiCAS News
Lampung leaders linked independence with protecting worship, resolving disputes lawfully and extending justice to vulnerable communities across faiths. Indonesian interfaith leaders warn against persecution of worshippers.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 16 discussReligious FreedomNew3h ago
LiCAS News
Chinese authorities have detained Christians. Families of detained Chinese Christians cling to faith in legal limbo. Scrutiny of unofficial groups has tightened.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 17 discussReligious FreedomNew3h ago
LiCAS News
Church leaders warn that displacement threatens the future of Palestinian Christian communities. They urge churches and governments to protect communities and support families choosing to remain.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 19 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
LiCAS News
A Church-run project in northeastern Thailand provides pastoral support, home visits and public health services for elderly communities. The project aims to bridge pastoral care and public health for aging communities.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 29 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
The Malteser in Berlin have been offering medical treatment without health insurance for 25 years. The demand for such services is increasing. The Malteser provide medical care to people without health insurance.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 30 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
The Internationale Priesterkreis organized a podium in Köln to discuss how the Church can effectively communicate its message in a secular society. The event aimed to find new ways for the Church's internal and external representation.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 31 discussEducation6h ago
Mirifica News
Mgr. Didik leads training for Komisi Komunikasi Sosial. The training is part of the Imagologi Komsos program. It was held at Pusat Pastoral Sanjaya, Muntilan.
SourcesMirifica News
- 32 discussBishops6h ago
ACI Prensa
Mons. Salvador Piñeiro, Archbishop of Ayacucho, Peru, will celebrate his 25th anniversary of episcopal consecration. He asked for prayers for more pastors with the heart of Christ.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 33 discussCulture6h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Pflegereform und Haushaltsstreit beschäftigen Berlin. Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt sorgt für Nervosität.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 34 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Religión Digital
Abbot Maximilian Heim has resigned from Heiligenkreuz Abbey in Austria after 16 years. The Vatican has suspended the election of a successor for three years.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 38 discussLiturgy10h ago
2 reports·Knisja Maltija
The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for 25th August. The Gospel is from Matthew 23:23-26. The readings of the day include 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3a,13-17 and Psalm 138 (139):1-3,4-6.
SourcesKnisja Maltija
- 40 discussCatholic Life9h ago
Canção Nova
The Fraternidade São João Paulo II received pilgrims at Canção Nova. The event included music, praise, preaching and prayer.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 42 discussReligious Orders10h ago
Canção Nova
Members of the RCC meet in congress in the capital of Minas Gerais. The event is a time of worship and hope.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 46 discussCulture10h ago
Canção Nova
Condom fees in Rio reach 40% of rent. Water, security and default are main factors.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 47 discussCatholic Life10h ago
Catholic Outlook
The Springwood community celebrated the Feast of the Assumption with a procession. The event brought the community together in a joyful expression of Marian devotion.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
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