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Wednesday, July 29, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 17 · Green · updated 33m ago
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Vatican News · LiCAS News · The Holy See · Agenzia Fides- 02 discussVatican10h ago
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Pope Leo XIV meets young people from Uganda, the Holy Land and Italy at the ‘Cantico di pace’ Prayer and Fellowship Gathering. The Pope thanks the choir members for their hard work and congratulates the choir directors. He reflects on the beauty of music and its ability to bring people together in harmony and cooperation.
SourcesThe Holy See
- 03 discussBishops13h ago
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Nigerian bishops meet President Bola Ahmed Tinubu. They express concerns about Christian inclusion and urge him to reassure Christians of their rights. The bishops also call for transparent elections in 2027.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussBishops13h ago
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Bishop Aldo Berardi celebrates 35 years of priesthood in Ars-sur-Moselle. Over 200 faithful attend the Eucharistic celebration. The bishop speaks about Christian identity rooted in Christ.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussChurch & State14h ago
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Fr Gabriel Romanelli appeals for urgent international action on Gaza's humanitarian crisis. Shortages of fuel, transport, and basic necessities worsen the crisis. The parish priest of Holy Family Church in Gaza describes the situation as 'beyond disastrous'.
SourcesVatican NewsCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales
Wednesday, July 29
18 stories · 3 corroborated- 01 discussVatican2h ago
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Pope Leo XIV talks with Tom Llamas of NBC News about his American background and experience. Pope Leo XIV spoke with Tom Llamas of NBC News about being the first American pope and his diverse ancestry.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 02 discussVatican3h ago
3 sources
Pope Leo XIV attends a concert by Andrea Bocelli and a children's choir. The event is held in the Vatican Gardens in Castel Gandolfo. The pope speaks about the beauty of music.
- 03 discussLife & Family6h ago
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A pro-life activist pardoned by President Donald Trump reaches a settlement with the federal government over a FACE Act prosecution. More settlements are expected to follow. The activist was one of 23 pardoned in 2025.
SourcesThe Catholic SpiritCatholic ReviewOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 05 discussBishops1h ago
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The Delhi Archdiocese honors Archbishop Angelo Innocent Fernandes for his commitment to peace and interfaith dialogue. Religious leaders and community representatives gathered in New Delhi to mark his birth anniversary. The event celebrated his lifelong work in promoting cooperation among religious communities.
SourcesMatters India
- 09 discussBishops1h ago
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Rectors of Latin Church basilicas gather in Pondicherry for the Annual General Body Meeting of the Association of Basilica Rectors of India. The meeting focuses on prayer, pastoral planning and collaboration. It is a four-day event.
SourcesMatters India
- 11 discussDioceses2h ago
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Robert Fitzgerald AM is appointed Chair of the Diocese of Parramatta Safeguarding Council. He is a leader in child protection and institutional governance. The Diocese of Parramatta made the appointment.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 12 discussCatholic Life3h ago
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St Joachim's Catholic Church in Lidcombe marks its centenary with Mass and a multicultural celebration. The church celebrates its patronal feast. The event includes a relic procession.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 15 discussCulture4h ago
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Victoria Lorrimar says artificial intelligence risks reducing people to metrics. Lorrimar is a technology ethicist. The Catholic Weekly reports her warning.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 16 discussCatholic Life5h ago
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Church leaders gather in Manila to discuss Eucharistic friendship and communion in relation to artificial intelligence and social fragmentation. They explore how these concepts can address challenges. The event is part of a major evangelisation gathering.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 17 discussCatholic Life5h ago
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Caritas Venezuela provides emergency assistance to almost 18,000 families after earthquakes. The aid is part of the church's response to the devastating earthquakes in Venezuela.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 18 discussCatholic Life5h ago
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Br William Short OFM discusses St Francis. St Francis turned away from a life of luxury in Assisi. A biography of St Francis was discovered a decade ago.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
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