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From the Holy See
Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Agenzia Fides · Canção Nova- 02 discussChurch & State11h ago
War in Sudan intensifies, with fighting in El Obeid and Blue Nile.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesVatican News
War in Sudan intensifies, with fighting in El Obeid and Blue Nile. Pope Leo XIV expresses concern. Civilians are affected by drone strikes.
SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News
- 03 discussReligious Orders3h ago
Pope Leo XIV addressed the annual assembly of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) in the US via video message.
6 sources·Vatican NewsCanção NovaNational Catholic Register+2
Pope Leo XIV addressed the annual assembly of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) in the US via video message. The LCWR represents approximately 66% of the 35,000 Catholic sisters in the US. The Pope highlighted the importance of religious institutions' contributions to evangelization, education, and caring for the poor.
SourcesVatican NewsCanção NovaNational Catholic RegisterACI DigitalACI Prensa
- 04 discussBishops11h ago
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference released a pastoral letter on the 2026 municipal elections.
4 sources·Southern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of PretoriaArchdiocese of Cape Town+1
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference released a pastoral letter on the 2026 municipal elections. The letter emphasizes the importance of promoting the common good. Christian leaders in South Sudan also warned against fueling insecurity and violence during the 2026 elections.
SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of PretoriaArchdiocese of Cape TownAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussReligious Orders3h ago
Pope Leo XIV addressed the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US, emphasizing the importance of synodality and the role of women religious in making the mission and mystery of…
7 sources·The Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV addressed the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US, emphasizing the importance of synodality and the role of women religious in making the mission and mystery of the Church visible. He encouraged them to become experts in synodality and to contribute to the awakening of the world through their vitalities and testimonies. The Pope also expressed gratitude for the contributions of their institutes in evangelization, education, and care for the poor and marginalized.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican 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.
- Africa Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · Archdiocese of Pretoria · The Southern Cross
- America The Catholic Sun · OSV News · Public Discourse
- Asia CBCP News · Angelus News · Vatican News
- Europe Famiglia Cristiana · Knisja Maltija · Archdiocese of Malta
- Oceania Catholic Outlook · CathNews Australia
Thursday, August 13
1 story- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew 1m ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Francescano polacco San Massimiliano Kolbe was deported to Auschwitz in 1941. He offered his life for a fellow prisoner. Pope Giovanni Paolo II said his martyrdom brought victory through love and faith.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
Wednesday, August 12
56 stories · 17 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
Rhoda Wise, a laywoman from Ohio, may be declared venerable.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Rhoda Wise, a laywoman from Ohio, may be declared venerable. She was a mystic and stigmatist. Her canonization cause has taken a step forward.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
Catholic Healthcare has begun the final stage of the St Hedwig Village redevelopment in Blacktown.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Catholic Healthcare has begun the final stage of the St Hedwig Village redevelopment in Blacktown. The project will create a leading community for older people in Western Sydney. The site transformation is underway.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 03 discussDioceses2h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 13th August 2026 at 9:30am.
2 sources·Knisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 13th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event includes prayer for Spiritual Communion.
- 04 discussDioceses2h ago
The Archdiocese of Barquisimeto initiates a cycle of spiritual renewal.
3 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Guanare
The Archdiocese of Barquisimeto initiates a cycle of spiritual renewal. The Jubilar Year commemorates 374 years of Nuestra Señora de Coromoto's appearance and 74 years of her canonical coronation as Patron of Venezuela. The year will focus on spiritual renewal and solidarity.
SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Guanare
- 05 discussChurch & State3h ago
The Venezuelan OMP expresses solidarity with Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake.
3 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Cartagena
The Venezuelan OMP expresses solidarity with Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. The earthquake affected several regions, causing damage and loss of life. The Church in Venezuela offers prayers and support to those affected.
SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Cartagena
- 06 discussEducation2h ago
Alumni help Year 12 students prepare for Studies of Religion exams.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Alumni help Year 12 students prepare for Studies of Religion exams. The event aims to build students' confidence.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 07 discussReligious FreedomNew 1h ago
Two tabernacles and a relic of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque were desecrated in Madrid.
3 sources·The Catholic WeeklyOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Two tabernacles and a relic of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque were desecrated in Madrid. Abogados Cristianos filed a formal complaint. The desecration occurred during an apparent church robbery.
- 08 discussReligious Freedom3h ago
Arizona's Supreme Court made a unanimous decision upholding a broad definition of clergy-penitent privilege.
3 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Arizona's Supreme Court made a unanimous decision upholding a broad definition of clergy-penitent privilege. The case involved the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The decision benefits the Catholic Church's seal of the confessional.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 09 discussCulture3h ago
The White Sox held a pope-themed game, giving away 40,000 'pope hats' to fans.
5 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendNational Catholic ReporterReligion News Service+2
The White Sox held a pope-themed game, giving away 40,000 'pope hats' to fans. The team lost to the Cincinnati Reds. The event was a tribute to Pope Leo XIV, a White Sox fan.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendNational Catholic ReporterReligion News ServiceNational Catholic RegisterThe Catholic Sun
- 10 discussCatholic Life6h ago
St. Eugene Catholic Church's $25,000 gift erased over $6.5 million in medical debt.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
St. Eugene Catholic Church's $25,000 gift erased over $6.5 million in medical debt. The parish launched a medical-debt relief effort to help families facing crushing bills.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 11 discussReligious Orders2h ago
Pope Leo XIV encouraged sisters to foster vocations to religious life in the US.
4 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun+1
Pope Leo XIV encouraged sisters to foster vocations to religious life in the US. He sent a video message to the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. The message was sent on Aug. 12.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe Texas Catholic
- 12 discussBishops6h ago
Card. Matteo Zuppi guided a prayer vigil for peace and justice in the Holy Land.
2 sources·Agenzia SIRDiocese of Bologna
Card. Matteo Zuppi guided a prayer vigil for peace and justice in the Holy Land. The event took place at the ruins of the church of Santa Maria Assunta in Casaglia, Monte Sole. The Archdiocese of Bologna and the Piccola Famiglia dell'Annunziata organized the vigil.
- 13 discussBishops6h ago
Bishop O'Connell encourages prayers and financial support for victims of a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia.
2 sources·The MonitorReligión Digital
Bishop O'Connell encourages prayers and financial support for victims of a 7.4 magnitude earthquake in Colombia. The quake caused damage and casualties in Cali and other areas. The Diocese of Quibdó reported 14 deaths and over 120 affected people.
SourcesThe MonitorReligión Digital
- 14 discussReligious Orders4h ago
Trappist Father Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, died at 108 years old.
6 sources·Catholic ReviewCatholic New YorkThe Tablet+3
Trappist Father Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, died at 108 years old. He was a survivor of Chinese communist persecution and helped rebuild a monastery in Hong Kong. The Diocese of Hong Kong announced his death.
SourcesCatholic ReviewCatholic New YorkThe TabletThe MonitorCathNews AustraliaAmerica
- 16 discussBishops8h ago
Catholic bishops unveiled a memorial plaque marking 75 years of the ecclesiastical hierarchy in Southern Africa.
2 sources·Southern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria
Catholic bishops unveiled a memorial plaque marking 75 years of the ecclesiastical hierarchy in Southern Africa. The event was announced by the Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference and the Archdiocese of Pretoria.
SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria
- 17 discussEducation8h ago
The Catholic Church will showcase its contribution to education in Santa Cruz through the 'Expo-Obras CEIL 2026' fair.
2 sources·Apostolic Vicariate of CamiriArchdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra
The Catholic Church will showcase its contribution to education in Santa Cruz through the 'Expo-Obras CEIL 2026' fair. The event is organized by the Delegación Episcopal de Educación Santa Cruz. It aims to highlight the Church's educational work in the area.
SourcesApostolic Vicariate of CamiriArchdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra
- 19 discussDiocesesNew 1h ago
ACI Prensa
The Archdiocese of Acapulco is preparing for potential natural disasters. The archdiocese is located in Guerrero, Mexico.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 20 discussCatholic Life2h ago
ACI Prensa
The Catholic Church celebrates four Marian dogmas. They are Inmaculada Concepción, Maternidad Divina, Virginidad Perpetua and Asunción. ACI Prensa explains their origin and meaning.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 21 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Catholic News Agency
Peru aims to become a regular destination for pilgrims, benefiting the local economy. Pope Leo XIV's visit can serve as a launchpad. This move can boost the economy.
SourcesCatholic News Agency
- 22 discussDioceses2h ago
Vida Nueva
The original Virgin of Torreciudad statue will preside over the 47th Romería de Vírgenes de Ribagorza. Bishop Ángel Javier Pérez Pueyo ordered its transfer to the ermita-santuario. The event will take place on September 5 in Torreciudad.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 24 discussCatholic Life3h ago
The Monitor
Deacon Anthony Nicholas DiCesare died on Aug. 9 at age 90. He ministered at Our Lady of Hope Parish for over 20 years. A visitation and wake service is scheduled for Aug. 14.
SourcesThe Monitor
- 25 discussReligious Freedom3h ago
Catholic News Agency
Bishop Joseph Gontrand Décoste says gangs target the Church. Violence has shut parishes and schools. The Church is a moral and ethical bulkhead.
SourcesCatholic News Agency
- 27 discussChurch & State3h ago
CathNews Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists Labor has not been swayed by gambling donations. He is nearing a compromise deal with the Opposition on wagering reform.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 28 discussCatholic Life3h ago
CathNews Australia
Young Australians are experiencing a 'polycrisis' of economic, social, environmental, and political pressures. Traditional milestones are out of reach. New research highlights the challenges.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 30 discussCatholic Life3h ago
CathNews Australia
Tim Rawlings spoke to Catholic professionals about sowing hope. He shared how his childhood parish supported his family during hardship.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 31 discussCatholic Life4h ago
CathNews Australia
Sydney's annual Walk with Christ Eucharistic procession will be celebrated in November. The event coincides with the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 32 discussReligious Orders4h ago
Catholic New York
The Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary in Staten Island mark their centennial jubilee. A plenary indulgence was granted by Pope Leo XIV. The celebration is held at the Schoenstatt Shrine.
SourcesCatholic New York
- 33 discussVatican4h ago
CathNews Australia
Gerard O'Connell and Elisabetta Piqué will visit Australia for events on leadership and the Church's future. They are acclaimed Vatican journalists and authors. The University of Notre Dame Australia's Global Centre for Catholic Leaders is hosting the events.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 34 discussLife & Family4h ago
Catholic News Agency
A Texas district court ruled that two hospitals must care for a baby born to a surrogate mother. The baby, Gabriel, is at the center of a surrogacy dispute. The hospitals are UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children's Medical Center of Dallas.
SourcesCatholic News Agency
- 37 discussLife & Family4h ago
Catholic News Agency
Medicaid formally ends funds for 'sex-rejecting procedures' for minors. The US Conference of Catholic Bishops urged government action in this area. This policy was part of the Trump administration.
SourcesCatholic News Agency
- 38 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Magyar Kurír·Perspective
Magyar Kurír shares the daily gospel for August 13, 2026. The gospel is from Mt 18,21–19,1.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 40 discussCatholic Life5h ago
National Catholic Register
Newlywed couples received a blessing in Rome. The event is described as a memory that will last a lifetime.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 42 discussChurch & State5h ago
Agência Ecclesia
D. Pedro Fernandes spoke at a press conference in Fátima about the Peregrinação do Migrante e Refugiado. The Church fights for migrants' voices. Eugénia Quaresma also attended.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 44 discussReligious Orders5h ago
Catholic News Agency
Father Benedict Chau, the last Chinese Trappist monk to survive Maoist persecution, has died. He spent his final days at the monastery of Our Lady of Joy on Lantau Island, Hong Kong. He was 108 years old.
SourcesCatholic News Agency
- 46 discussCulture5h ago
ACI Digital
The Acadêmicos de Niterói samba school will feature Saint Rita of Cascia in their 2027 carnival parade. The school consulted with the Rio de Janeiro archdiocesan sanctuary to learn about the saint's history and spirituality. The school aims to present her in a 'faithful and respectful' manner.
SourcesACI Digital
- 47 discussCatholic Life5h ago
ACI Prensa
The Caracas Cathedral was consecrated on August 12, 1867. The consecration is a solemn act dedicating a building to divine worship. The cathedral is considered the spiritual heart of the capital.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 49 discussBishops6h ago
ACI Prensa
Mons. Tulio Ramírez Padilla, Venezuelan bishop, died due to a recurrent respiratory infection. He was hospitalized for several days.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 52 discussChurch & State7h ago
National Catholic Reporter
The Trump administration has allocated $2B to Christian groups for global aid. The funding will support faith-based hospitals and clinics, and train community health workers. This aid will provide healthcare services globally.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 53 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Canção Nova
Canção Nova begins broadcasting '40 days with São Miguel Arcanjo' and Lent with Padre José Augusto. The transmissions start this Saturday.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 54 discussCulture7h ago
National Catholic Reporter
Catholic experts comment on security issues in AI technology. They say human oversight is needed. AI developers Anthropic and OpenAI had security issues.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 55 discussCulture7h ago
ACI Prensa
The film 'Sagrado Corazón. Su reino no tendrá fin' arrives in Chilean cinemas on August 20. It was successful in Europe.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 56 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Magyar Kurír
Magyar Kurír published the August 16, 2026 issue of Új Ember. It is available in churches and newsstands, or by subscription.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
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