Forças de Defesa de Israel identificam detidos por números no corpo. Tensões elevadas em Gaza e Síria.
SourcesVatican News
Wednesday, August 19, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 20 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano · Português · Français · Polski
What is happening in the Church today?
From the Holy See
Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Archdiocese of Reims · L'Osservatore Romano- 01 discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
Forças de Defesa de Israel identificam detidos por números no corpo.
Vatican News
- 02 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesArchdiocese of Reims
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026. Many faithful from the Archdiocese of Reims want to participate in the events. Tickets for the events have been quickly allocated.
- 03 discussCultureNew4h ago
At least 500 people have been hospitalized in Yangon with symptoms of cholera.
2 sources·3 reports·L'Osservatore RomanoVatican News
At least 500 people have been hospitalized in Yangon with symptoms of cholera. 149 rapid tests were positive, with 9 confirmed by the National Laboratory. The outbreak occurs in a country divided by over five years of war, with millions displaced.
- 04 discussCultureNew1h ago
The trial against Meta has begun in California.
Vatican News
The trial against Meta has begun in California. The prosecution alleges that the company designed its platforms to foster addictive behaviors in young people, exploiting them for profit and deceiving the public about the risks. The start of the trial has also had repercussions on Wall Street, where Meta's shares fell by 4.4 percent.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
Brian Mundubile, the main challenger to President Hakainde Hichilema, has rejected the Electoral Commission of Zambia's declaration of Hichilema's victory.
Agenzia Fides
Brian Mundubile, the main challenger to President Hakainde Hichilema, has rejected the Electoral Commission of Zambia's declaration of Hichilema's victory. Mundubile's party has documented irregularities relating to the security, transportation and handling of ballot papers. An analysis by The Africa Report has found discrepancies between votes recorded at polling stations and figures subsequently announced.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussEducationNew5h ago
Catholic schools in Rd Congo reopen despite Ebola threat.
L'Osservatore Romano
Catholic schools in Rd Congo reopen despite Ebola threat. The Ituri school network organizes to prevent students from losing a year.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
The Church throughout the world
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- Africa Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · ACI Africa
- America Catholic Star Herald · Catholic Review · The Tablet
- Asia CBCP News · Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences · Vatican News
- Europe Církev.cz · Aleteia · Alfa y Omega
- Oceania The Catholic Leader · The Catholic Weekly · Catholic Outlook
Wednesday, August 19
54 stories · 17 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Women who worked with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen recall their behind-the-scenes work ahead of his beatification.
2 sources·The MonitorNational Catholic Reporter
Women who worked with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen recall their behind-the-scenes work ahead of his beatification. They helped with tasks such as opening letters and recording donations. The women's work supported missionaries and young churches.
- 03 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
4 sources·Vatican NewsThe TabletThe Monitor+1
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. Three of the appointees are US-based leaders with ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. The appointments were announced on August 18.
- 04 discussEducationNew2h ago
John Cuddeback, professor of philosophy at Christendom College, publishes a book to help readers craft better lives.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
John Cuddeback, professor of philosophy at Christendom College, publishes a book to help readers craft better lives. The book aims to reclaim the household as the center of daily life.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 05 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
A gunman killed 2 students at a Jesuit university in the Philippines.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
A gunman killed 2 students at a Jesuit university in the Philippines. The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines urged the public not to circulate images of the attack. The incident is the second school shooting in the Philippines in 2 months.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 06 discussLife & FamilyNew3h ago
The US Bishops have criticized a new law in Massachusetts that removes limits on abortion until birth.
2 sources·AleteiaAlfa y Omega
The US Bishops have criticized a new law in Massachusetts that removes limits on abortion until birth. The law, signed by Governor Maura Healey, eliminates restrictions on abortions after 24 weeks of pregnancy.
SourcesAleteiaAlfa y Omega
- 07 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Monroe will sing at the youth vigil at Stade de France on September 25, 2026, in the presence of Léon XIV.
- 08 discussEducationNew5h ago
The Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) opens inscriptions for the 11th National Course on Political Formation for Christians.
2 sources·CNBBDiocese of São José dos Campos
The Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) opens inscriptions for the 11th National Course on Political Formation for Christians. The course will take place from January 2027 to June 2028. Inscriptions are open until September 10, 2026.
- 09 discussLife & Family6h ago
94% of Cubans live in extreme poverty.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
94% of Cubans live in extreme poverty. Recent polling reveals the population is in dire straits and rejects the government's management of the crisis.
- 10 discussBishopsUpdated1h ago
Pope León XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann, 66, due to health reasons.
5 sources·DOMRADIO.DEACI StampaReligión Digital+2
Pope León XIV has accepted the resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann, 66, due to health reasons. Wiesemann was the bishop of the Diocese of Speyer in Germany. He had been leading the diocese since 2008.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DEACI StampaReligión DigitalVida NuevaInfoVaticana
- 11 discussLiturgyUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience.
17 sources·28 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience. He emphasized that sacred music should be dignified and reflect the mystery being celebrated. The Pope also highlighted the role of music in giving voice to prayer and expressing faith.
SourcesVatican News
- 12 discussDioceses6h ago
The Diocese of Ostrava-Opava has released a new episode of its pOODcast series.
2 sources·Diocese of Ostrava-OpavaCírkev.cz
The Diocese of Ostrava-Opava has released a new episode of its pOODcast series. The guests are Jan and Marie Vrabcovi from Karlovy Studánky. They talk about a person who refused a primar position in exchange for not attending church.
- 13 discussReligious Freedom7h ago
An Iraqi woman has won a court ruling to restore her Christian identity in government records.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
An Iraqi woman has won a court ruling to restore her Christian identity in government records. The decision highlights Iraqi laws concerning religious freedom.
- 14 discussLiturgyUpdated1m ago
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience.
13 sources·21 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience. He stated that music is an integral part of the liturgy, not just a decoration. The Pope also highlighted the value of Gregorian chant and the need for high-quality music in liturgical celebrations.
SourcesVatican News
- 15 discussLife & Family6h ago
Catholic bishops express concern about safety in countries where TPS designations are expiring.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Catholic bishops express concern about safety in countries where TPS designations are expiring. Bishop Brendan Cahill says people should not be returned until it is deemed safe. The bishops' concerns come as TPS designations expire.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 16 discussBishopsUpdated4h ago
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Mariusz Kasperski, OMI, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina, Madagascar.
3 sources·Missionari Oblati di Maria ImmacolataVatican NewsAgenzia Fides
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Mariusz Kasperski, OMI, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina, Madagascar. He was previously Superior of the Community of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate in Toamasina and Parish Priest of Saint Eugène de Mazenod in Tsarahonenana. The appointment was made public on Wednesday, 19 August.
SourcesMissionari Oblati di Maria ImmacolataVatican NewsAgenzia Fides
- 17 discussLife & Family7h ago
Cesvi warns that the humanitarian emergency in Colombia following the August 10 earthquake risks undermining social cohesion and separating families, putting children at risk of trafficking.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Cesvi warns that the humanitarian emergency in Colombia following the August 10 earthquake risks undermining social cohesion and separating families, putting children at risk of trafficking. The organization's director general, Stefano Piziali, highlights the main risk. Entire families in rural areas are still lacking basic necessities.
- 18 discussCatholic LifeNew21m ago
Missionari Servi della Santissima Trinità
Missionari Servi della Santissima Trinità host job survival sessions. The sessions will begin on Wednesday, September 30th.
- 19 discussChurch & StateNew25m ago
Catholic Star Herald
The State Department has awarded $50 million to Catholic Relief Services as part of a $1.4 billion partnership with faith-based organizations. The funding is through the State Department’s Faith and Community Initiative. Other aid groups, including World Vision, will also receive funding.
SourcesCatholic Star Herald
- 20 discussEducationNew57m ago
Catholic Review
Catholic Review reports on Catholic schools that have stopped providing digital devices to students. The schools offer occasional computer time through shared computer carts. Students have learned more and retained more information.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 21 discussEducationNew46m ago
The Tablet
The Brooklyn, Queens Catholic High School Athletic Association has elected Sal Fischetti as its new president. Fischetti is the longtime athletic director of St. Francis Prep in Fresh Meadows. He succeeds Ray Nash, who served for 48 years.
SourcesThe Tablet
- 23 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
OC Catholic
Lisa Hendey interviews Kathleen Hurtt about the Orange Catholic Foundation. The foundation does great work.
SourcesOC Catholic
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Missionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria
The relics of St. Carlo Acutis and St. John Paul II were enshrined at Liat Catholic Centre in Kazhakootam, Kerala. Fr. Martin Vitayathil led the installation. The relics were installed on August 15, 2026.
- 30 discussEducationNew3h ago
The Catholic Telegraph
Raider Catholic at Wright State University sees renewed interest in faith events. The Catholic Telegraph invites nominations for the 2027 Radiate Christ Awards.
SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph
- 31 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Kard. Robert Sarah celebrated Mass for 10,000 people in Gdańsk.
Vatican News
Kard. Robert Sarah celebrated Mass for 10,000 people in Gdańsk. Abp Tadeusz Wojda said the event showed a great need for uplifting content and music. The Mass was part of the "Prosta Droga do Boga – Być jak św. Maksymilian" festival.
SourcesVatican News
- 33 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Leão XIV's first encyclical discusses the social doctrine of the Church.
Vatican News
Leão XIV's first encyclical discusses the social doctrine of the Church. The encyclical affirms the equal dignity of all human beings. The value of a person does not depend on their achievements or production.
SourcesVatican News
- 39 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Thirty Lebanese youths met with Leone XIV at the general audience.
2 reports·Vatican News
Thirty Lebanese youths met with Leone XIV at the general audience. The youths, who founded the "Peacemaker" group after the Pope's apostolic visit, were accompanied by Father Michel Marie Barakat. The priest thanked Caritas and other organizations for their help to his country.
SourcesVatican News
- 41 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Father Luigi Galvani reports on the aftermath of the earthquake in Flores.
Agenzia Fides
Father Luigi Galvani reports on the aftermath of the earthquake in Flores. The earthquake has caused widespread damage and displacement. The San Camillo Social Center is providing aid.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 42 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Bishop of Ruteng, Msgr. Siprianus Hormat, says God cares for victims of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Flores.
Agenzia Fides
Bishop of Ruteng, Msgr. Siprianus Hormat, says God cares for victims of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Flores. The earthquake has caused 68 deaths, 213 injuries, and displaced nearly 13,000 people. The Diocese of Ruteng has responded with courage and resilience.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 45 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo recalls Blessed Father Władysław Findysz, the first beatified martyr of communist persecution in Poland.
4 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo recalls Blessed Father Władysław Findysz, the first beatified martyr of communist persecution in Poland. Findysz reminds us that a civilization of love is built by forgiving and overcoming evil with good. Pope Leo spoke about Findysz during the General Audience.
SourcesVatican News
- 46 discussLiturgy7h ago
Pope Léon XIV is offering catecheses on the Constitution Sacrosanctum Concilium.
2 reports·Vatican News
Pope Léon XIV is offering catecheses on the Constitution Sacrosanctum Concilium. The catecheses are part of the Pope's general audiences on Wednesdays. The Constitution calls for the full, conscious, and active participation of all the faithful in the liturgy.
SourcesVatican News
- 47 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Second Vatican Council and its documents.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Second Vatican Council and its documents. He spoke about Sacrosanctum Concilium.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussCatholic Life6h ago
CNBB
Cardinal Orani João Tempesta, Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, reflects on the vocation of the laity. He says the laity's role is not a recent functional arrangement or a concession due to a shortage of ordained ministers. The laity's vocation is a constitutive dimension of the Church.
SourcesCNBB
- 53 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Jordanijoje rengiamasi Kristaus Krikšto jubiliejui.
Vatican News
Jordanijoje rengiamasi Kristaus Krikšto jubiliejui. Pirmasis organizacinio komiteto susitikimas įvyko rugpjūčio 10-ąją. Pasirengimai įsibėgėja.
SourcesVatican News
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