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  1. 01
    Kazakhstan Embassy to Holy See marks International Day against Nuclear Tests
    discussCultureNew1m ago

    The Embassy of Kazakhstan to the Holy See marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Embassy of Kazakhstan to the Holy See marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests. Kazakhstan closed the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site 35 years ago. The site was the location of 456 nuclear tests between 1949 and 1989.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  2. 02
    Pope celebrates Mass at Castel Gandolfo
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at Chiesa di Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at Chiesa di Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo. The Pope will then participate in a procession with the statue of the Virgin. The event is expected to be attended by the inhabitants of the town.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    Rete europea cristiana per l’ambiente holds XVI Assemblea
    discussCultureNew4h ago

    The XVI Assemblea of the Rete europea cristiana per l’ambiente is underway in Brussels.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    The XVI Assemblea of the Rete europea cristiana per l’ambiente is underway in Brussels.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV amends Canons 106 and 126
    discussCanon LawNew4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV issues Motu Proprio Mutua Concordia, amending Canons 106 and 126 of the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium.

    3 sources4 reportsHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeL'Osservatore Romano

    Pope Leo XIV issues Motu Proprio Mutua Concordia, amending Canons 106 and 126 of the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium. The amendments aim to strengthen the synodal nature of the Eastern Catholic Churches. The Motu Proprio emphasizes the importance of mutual concord between the Patriarch and the bishops in the Synod of Bishops.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeL'Osservatore Romano

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV visits Metz
    discussBishopsUpdated40m ago

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Metz, a border city in France, on September 28.

    6 sources16 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Metz, a border city in France, on September 28. The Pope will spend the entire day in the city, attending an interreligious meeting and an event dedicated to the roots of Europe. Archbishop Philippe Ballot of Metz speaks to Vatican News about the Pope's visit.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  6. 06
    Erzbischof Heße visits migrants
    discussBishopsNew3h ago

    Erzbischof Stefan Heße visited migrants in Mexico and Texas.

    Vatican News

    Erzbischof Stefan Heße visited migrants in Mexico and Texas. His solidarity trip ended on Friday.

    SourcesVatican News

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  1. Africa ACI Africa
    1. Ugandan Catholic Bishops mourn King Oyo
    2. DR Congo President Announces National Dialogue
    3. Ghana Catholic Diocese Suspends Priest
  2. America National Catholic Register · Catholic News Agency · Catholic Star Herald
    1. Department of Justice says government can’t restrict funding based on religious status
    2. Catholic high schools welcome new coaches, athletic directors
    3. Clayton Knights Council #6890 awards school scholarships
  3. Asia CBCP News · Vatican News · Archdiocese of Huê
    1. Bishop warns parents not to outsource raising children
    2. Leo XIV releases September and October liturgical schedule
    3. Diocese of Bà Rìa and Archdiocese of Huè celebrate Saint Monica
  4. Europe cath.ch · La Croix · Magyar Kurír
    1. cath.ch publishes Yasmina Khadra interview
    2. Abbé Bernard Miserez preaches at Chapelle du Vorbourg
    3. Anisha Jo sings for the pope at Stade de France
  5. Oceania Nothing filed in this window.

Sunday, August 30

2 stories · none yet corroborated
  1. 01
    cath.ch publishes Yasmina Khadra interview
    discussCultureNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    Yasmina Khadra discusses Palestinian tragedy.

    Sourcescath.ch

  2. 02
    Abbé Bernard Miserez preaches at Chapelle du Vorbourg
    discussCatholic LifeNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    Abbé Bernard Miserez preached at Chapelle du Vorbourg in Delémont. The event was broadcast by RTS.

    Sourcescath.ch

Saturday, August 29

53 stories · 8 corroborated
  1. 01
    Department of Justice says government can’t restrict funding based on religious status
    discussReligious FreedomNew29m ago

    The Department of Justice says the government can’t restrict funding based on religious status.

    2 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

    The Department of Justice says the government can’t restrict funding based on religious status. Such restrictions are made without any compelling government interest.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

  2. 02
    Senate GOP report finds lack of guardrails for abortion pill prescribing
    discussLife & FamilyNew2h ago

    A Senate GOP report finds a lack of guardrails for abortion pill prescribing.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    A Senate GOP report finds a lack of guardrails for abortion pill prescribing. The report highlights the dangers of this lack of regulation. The Senate GOP released the report.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  3. 03
    Pope Leo grants Eastern Synods faculty to remove Patriarchs
    discussVaticanNew1m ago

    Pope Leo XIV grants Eastern Synods the faculty to remove their respective Patriarchs.

    10 sources19 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV grants Eastern Synods the faculty to remove their respective Patriarchs. The decision must be approved by the Roman Pontiff. The new rule aims to restore wounded communion in cases where the bond between the Patriarch and the Synod is irreparably compromised.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV modifies Eastern Catholic Churches' canon law
    discussVaticanNew2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has modified two canons of the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium, allowing the Synod of Bishops to remove a patriarch with the Pope's assent.

    4 sources6 reportsVatican NewsAvvenireACI Stampa+1

    Pope Leo XIV has modified two canons of the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium, allowing the Synod of Bishops to remove a patriarch with the Pope's assent. The changes aim to strengthen the communion between the patriarch and the Synod. The Pope's motu proprio, Mutua Concordia, emphasizes the importance of mutual concord between the patriarch and the bishops.

    SourcesVatican NewsAvvenireACI StampaKorazym.org

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV updates rules for Eastern Catholic Churches
    discussVaticanNew4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has updated the rules for Eastern Catholic Churches, giving synods the power to remove a patriarch from office in cases of grave cause.

    3 sources5 reportsVatican NewsCanção NovaToscana Oggi

    Pope Leo XIV has updated the rules for Eastern Catholic Churches, giving synods the power to remove a patriarch from office in cases of grave cause. The new rules, introduced through the Motu Proprio "Mutua Concordia", aim to promote communion and sinodality within the Churches. The changes take effect immediately.

    SourcesVatican NewsCanção NovaToscana Oggi

  6. 06
    Abp Galbas says "no" is also a mission of the Church
    discussBishopsNew1h ago

    Abp Adrian Galbas told teachers of religion that saying "no" is also a mission of the Church.

    2 sourcesOpokaGość Niedzielny

    Abp Adrian Galbas told teachers of religion that saying "no" is also a mission of the Church. He mentioned issues like abortion, same-sex marriage, and surrogacy. The archbishop said that the Church is often seen as abnormal and attacked for its stance on these issues.

    SourcesOpokaGość Niedzielny

  7. 07
    Pope Leo XIV leads boat procession on Lake Albano
    discussVaticanUpdated1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV will lead a boat procession on Lake Albano in Castel Gandolfo.

    6 sources9 reportsVatican NewsNiedzielaDeon

    Pope Leo XIV will lead a boat procession on Lake Albano in Castel Gandolfo. This is the first time a pope has participated in this procession. The event celebrates the Feast of Our Lady of the Lake.

    SourcesVatican NewsNiedzielaDeon

  8. 08
    Giovanni Battista dies for marriage dignity
    discussCatholic LifeUpdated5h ago

    Giovanni Battista was decapitated in prison.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Rossano–CariatiWord on Fire

    Giovanni Battista was decapitated in prison. He died for denouncing the marriage of King Erode Antipa. He is a witness to marriage.

    SourcesDiocese of Rossano–CariatiWord on Fire

  9. 09
    Catholic high schools welcome new coaches, athletic directors
    discussEducationNew28m ago
    Catholic Star Herald

    SourcesCatholic Star Herald

  10. 10
    Anisha Jo sings for the pope at Stade de France
    discussCatholic LifeNew50m ago
    La Croix

    Anisha Jo, winner of Star Academy 2022, will sing for the pope at Stade de France on September 25. She is a Malagasy singer.

    SourcesLa Croix

  11. 11
    Bábel Balázs speaks at Mohács
    discussCatholic LifeNew50m ago
    Magyar Kurír

    Bábel Balázs spoke at Mohács on the 500th anniversary of the Battle of Mohács. He emphasized the importance of remembrance and responsibility. The remains of those who died in the battle were placed in an urn in the Fogadalmi temple.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  12. 12
    Nepal: powódź pochłonęła 675 ofiar śmiertelnych
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    Gość Niedzielny

    Powódź w Nepalu pochłonęła 675 ofiar śmiertelnych. Katastrofa dotknęła dystrykty Rasuwa i Nuwakot.

    SourcesGość Niedzielny

  13. 13
    Nepal’s senior Church leader describes harrowing situation in wake of disaster
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  14. 14
    Clayton Knights Council #6890 awards school scholarships
    discussEducationNew1h ago
    Catholic Star Herald

    SourcesCatholic Star Herald

  15. 15
    A Word from Cardinal Dolan: Truth Has a Name
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  16. 16
    22ª domenica T. O. – Anno A (30.8.2026) VP
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  17. 17
    44 Gaza residents evacuated to France
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    La Croix

    44 residents of Gaza, mostly teachers, students and staff of the French Institute, were evacuated to France. The evacuations had seemed frozen since 2025.

    SourcesLa Croix

  18. 18
    Fr. Enrique Salvo’s Homily: August 29, 2026
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  19. 19
    Volunteer group works with Catholic Charities to support veterans
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Catholic Star Herald

    A volunteer group is working with Catholic Charities to support veterans. The group was started by Johnnie Walker, a U.S. Army veteran and devout Catholic. Walker was inspired to start the group after learning of a veteran who was about to become homeless.

    SourcesCatholic Star Herald

  20. 20
    Bp Artur Ważny tells Sosnowiec Diocese catechists they are on the front line
    discussDiocesesNew2h ago
    Niedziela

    Bp Artur Ważny spoke to catechists in the Sosnowiec Diocese about their concerns and feelings of rejection due to changes in religious education in schools. He said the current crisis could be an opportunity for the Church to become more evangelical and less institutional.

    SourcesNiedziela

  21. 21
    Award-winning teacher finds joy in students’ growth
    discussEducationNew3h ago
    Catholic Review

    SourcesCatholic Review

  22. 22
    New bishop of West Virginia increases TLM locations from two to five
    discussBishopsNew2h ago
    Rorate Caeli

    SourcesRorate Caeli

  23. 23
    Pope praises monarch who lived in Maryland through WWII
    discussVaticanNew3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  24. 24
    Archbishop Wenski Reflects on 50 Years of Priesthood, Haitian Ministry, and Serving Miami
    discussBishopsNew3h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  25. 25
    St. John the Baptist’s courage was fueled by his prayer
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  26. 26
    Dolly Parton showed us there is more than one way to mother
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  27. 27
    Fr. Silas Krishna Bogati reports 600 dead, 3000 missing in Himalayas
    discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
    Crux

    Fr. Silas Krishna Bogati says the situation is very difficult after a disaster in the Himalayas. More than 600 people are dead and 3,000 are missing. The Church is responding.

    SourcesCrux

  28. 28
    L’Osservatore Romano publishes fourth volume of Etienne Gilson’s works
    discussEducationNew4h ago

    L’Osservatore Romano has published the fourth volume of Etienne Gilson’s works.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    L’Osservatore Romano has published the fourth volume of Etienne Gilson’s works. The volume is a philosophical diary of a life in the light of Tommaso d’Aquino. Riccardo Saccenti comments on the publication.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  29. 29
    Franco Cardini writes on Ermanno Orlando's book
    discussCultureNew4h ago

    Franco Cardini writes on Ermanno Orlando's book "Le crociate di carta".

    L'Osservatore Romano

    Franco Cardini writes on Ermanno Orlando's book "Le crociate di carta". The book is about Marin Sanudo "il Vecchio".

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  30. 30
    King’s College publishes research on lithium and violence in Sahel
    discussCultureNew4h ago

    The research highlights the vicious cycle between mineral demand and conflict.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    The research highlights the vicious cycle between mineral demand and conflict. L'Osservatore Romano reports.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  31. 31
    Deon reports data leak of 19 million Poles
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    Deon

    Deon reports a data leak affecting 19 million Poles. The leak includes PESEL numbers.

    SourcesDeon

  32. 32
    Famiglia Cristiana publishes column on 'Stay Woke' phrase
    discussCultureNew2h ago
    Famiglia CristianaPerspective

    Famiglia Cristiana publishes column on the phrase 'Stay Woke'. The column discusses the evolution and controversies of the phrase. The phrase originated as a call to action against injustices, but now risks becoming a form of conformism.

    SourcesFamiglia Cristiana

  33. 33
    Cardinal Tamkevičius resists Soviet persecution
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    Cardinal Sigitas Tamkevičius resisted Soviet persecution from a KGB prison cell. A new biography traces his imprisonment and decades leading Lithuania’s underground Catholic resistance. Tamkevičius was imprisoned by the KGB.

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  34. 34
    Comunità di Sant’Egidio hosts 1000 youth in Budapest
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago

    The Community of Sant'Egidio hosts an international meeting of over 1000 young people in Budapest.

    Vatican News

    The Community of Sant'Egidio hosts an international meeting of over 1000 young people in Budapest. The event, called "Global Friendship", brings together youth from 14 different countries, including over 150 from Ukraine. The meeting aims to promote peace and friendship among nations.

    SourcesVatican News

  35. 35
    Holy Father celebrates Holy Mass in Castel Gandolfo
    discussVatican6h ago

    The Holy Father celebrated Holy Mass in the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo.

    Holy See Press Office

    The Holy Father celebrated Holy Mass in the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo. A Marian procession on the lake followed.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  36. 36
    How the movie ‘Top Gun: Maverick’ inspired a camp for Catholic fathers and sons
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  37. 37
    Pope celebrates Mass at Castel Gandolfo
    discussVatican6h ago

    The Pope celebrated Mass at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo.

    Holy See Press Office

    The Pope celebrated Mass at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo. He also led a Marian procession on the lake.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  38. 38
    Pope names Lizardo Estrada Herrera Coadjutor Archbishop of Cuzco
    discussBishops6h ago

    The Holy See has named Lizardo Estrada Herrera as Coadjutor Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Cuzco.

    Holy See Press Office

    The Holy See has named Lizardo Estrada Herrera as Coadjutor Archbishop of the Archdiocese of Cuzco. He was previously Auxiliary Bishop of the same archdiocese. Herrera was born in 1973 and studied philosophy and theology. He was ordained a priest in 2005.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  39. 39
    Prymas Polski supports bill for mandatory religion classes
    discussEducationNew5h ago
    Niedziela

    Prymas Polski abp Wojciech Polak supports a bill for mandatory religion classes. The bill proposes two mandatory religion or ethics classes per week. The current system, where students can opt out of both, is "demoralizing".

    SourcesNiedziela

  40. 40
    ks. Marcin Jurak MIC says pressure does not work in spiritual world
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Gość Niedzielny

    ks. Marcin Jurak MIC, a marianin and proboszcz of the parish of Matki Bożej Królowej Polski in Warsaw, talks about his experience and work with engaged couples and people on the margins. He emphasizes the importance of following Christ's example and being understanding and accompanying.

    SourcesGość Niedzielny

  41. 41
    Plane takes off early, leaves 130 passengers in Poznań
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    Deon

    A plane took off early from Poznań, leaving about 130 passengers behind. The flight was scheduled to depart at 2:00 PM.

    SourcesDeon

  42. 42
    Pope meets 14 Lutheran bishops
    discussVatican6h ago

    Pope meets 14 Lutheran bishops from Norway.

    Vatican News

    Pope meets 14 Lutheran bishops from Norway. Pope gives catechesis on Sacrosanctum Concilium. Pope speaks at Rimini Meeting.

    SourcesVatican News

  43. 43
    EWTN News explains: Why does the Catholic Church oppose surrogacy?
    discussLife & Family6h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  44. 44
    Nigerian bishops declare solidarity with Muslims after massive mosque kidnapping
    discussBishops6h ago
    Vida Nueva

    The Catholic Bishops Conference of Nigeria (CBCN) has condemned the kidnapping of over 100 Muslim worshippers in a mosque in the Borgu area of Niger state and the killing of at least 47 people in Ukum. The CBCN expressed solidarity with the Muslim community.

    SourcesVida Nueva

  45. 45
    24th Klostermarkt takes place in Dalheim
    discussReligious Orders6h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    The 24th Klostermarkt takes place in Dalheim, Lichtenau, featuring handcrafts from 50 monasteries. The market offers a diverse range of products from various monastic communities.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  46. 46
    Vatican News publishes 39th part of "Biblical Figures" series
    discussEducation7h ago

    Vatican News publishes the 39th part of the "Biblical Figures" series.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News publishes the 39th part of the "Biblical Figures" series. The series is prepared by Sr. Anna Mátiková. The 39th part is about Abraham and John the Baptist.

    SourcesVatican News

  47. 47
    Cardinal De Donatis celebrates Perdonanza Celestiniana
    discussVatican7h ago

    Cardinal De Donatis celebrates Perdonanza Celestiniana in L'Aquila.

    Vatican News

    Cardinal De Donatis celebrates Perdonanza Celestiniana in L'Aquila. The event takes place every year from August 23 to 30.

    SourcesVatican News

  48. 48
    Jesús Francisco Molina sparks controversy with exclusive charity
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Religión Digital

    Jesús Francisco Molina's words have sparked controversy. He is a priest. His words have been criticized as a deformation of the Gospel message.

    SourcesReligión Digital

  49. 49
    Cyberattack on MyDr exposes sensitive data
    discussCulture7h ago
    Gość Niedzielny

    A cyberattack on MyDr has exposed sensitive data, including PESEL numbers. Affected individuals can check online to see what data was leaked.

    SourcesGość Niedzielny

  50. 50
    Gunmen free 6 kidnapped children in Kenscoff, Haiti
    discussChurch & State8h ago

    Gunmen have freed 6 kidnapped children in Kenscoff, Haiti.

    Vatican News

    Gunmen have freed 6 kidnapped children in Kenscoff, Haiti. The children were part of a group of over 50 people kidnapped during a massacre in a suburb of Port-au-Prince on August 23. The UN is calling for impartial investigations into the violence.

    SourcesVatican News

  51. 51
    Papež Frančiška in Benedikta XVI. objavita duhovne misli za 22. nedeljo med letom
    discussCatholic Life8h ago

    Papež Frančiška in Benedikta XVI.

    Vatican News

    Papež Frančiška in Benedikta XVI. objavita duhovne misli za 22. nedeljo med letom. Jezus pove apostolu Petru, da bo moral trpeti.

    SourcesVatican News

  52. 52
    Gunfire erupts in Niamey, Niger
    discussChurch & State7h ago
    La Croix

    Heavy gunfire has been heard in Niamey, Niger. The city has been the scene of clashes between the ruling junta and jihadist groups.

    SourcesLa Croix

  53. 53
    Pope Leo XIV to participate in boat procession
    discussVatican8h ago

    Pope Leo XIV will participate in a boat procession in Castel Gandolfo, crossing part of Lake Albano.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV will participate in a boat procession in Castel Gandolfo, crossing part of Lake Albano. He will be the first Pope to do so.

    SourcesVatican News

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