Conflicts continue in Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran. Fighting shows no signs of stopping. Vatican News reports on the ongoing conflicts.
SourcesVatican News
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
What is happening in the Church today?
From the Holy See
Vatican News · Vatican Observatory · Agenzia Fides- 01 discussChurch & StateNew 18m ago
Conflicts continue in Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran.
Vatican News
- 02 discussVatican22h ago
The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event.
Vatican Observatory
The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event. The display allowed people to see and touch its shapes.
SourcesVatican Observatory
- 03 discussBishops23h ago
The Holy Father has accepted Bishop Adelio Dell'Oro's resignation and appointed Msgr. Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda, Kazakhstan.
Agenzia Fides
The Holy Father has accepted Bishop Adelio Dell'Oro's resignation and appointed Msgr. Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda, Kazakhstan. Pytlowany was previously a priest fidei donum of the archdiocese of Przemyśl, Poland. He has served in various roles in Kazakhstan.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussVaticanNew 40m ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed sorrow over the earthquake in Colombia, offering prayers for the victims and their families.
4 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed sorrow over the earthquake in Colombia, offering prayers for the victims and their families. The earthquake caused over a hundred deaths and many injuries. The Pope's telegram was signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussReligious Orders23h ago
The Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven, a religious community of nuns, have rescued and rehabilitated hundreds of women and girls who survived sex trafficking and abuse.
Agenzia Fides
The Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven, a religious community of nuns, have rescued and rehabilitated hundreds of women and girls who survived sex trafficking and abuse. They provide a safe home, care, and educational assistance to survivors. The community was founded in 1996 in the Archdiocese of Cebu.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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Tuesday, August 11
57 stories · 12 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew 33m ago
Pope Leo XIV has appointed new members to the Vatican's Council for the Economy.
10 sources·Konferencja Episkopatu PolskiCBCP NewsDiocese of Susa+3
Pope Leo XIV has appointed new members to the Vatican's Council for the Economy. The council has oversight of the administrative and financial activities of the Holy See's institutions. The new members include four laypeople and several bishops.
SourcesKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiCBCP NewsDiocese of SusaDiocese of TorinoCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
- 02 discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago
A Damasco court found Bashar al-Assad responsible for premeditated murder, torture, and other crimes.
2 sources·Vatican NewsLa Croix
A Damasco court found Bashar al-Assad responsible for premeditated murder, torture, and other crimes. His brother Maher al-Assad and other former regime officials were also sentenced to death. The sentences were issued in absentia.
SourcesVatican NewsLa Croix
- 04 discussCatholic Life3h ago
10 sources·Suore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine Maria+3
SourcesSuore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine MariaPiccole Ancelle dell'Immacolata ConcezioneSuore Figlie del Cuore Purissimo di MariaSuore Ancelle della Genitrice di Dio Vergine Immacolata Concezione
- 05 discussCatholic Life2h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 132 people and injuring over 570.
2 sources·Agenzia SIRLa Croix
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 132 people and injuring over 570. The cities of Pereira, Cali, and Manizales were severely affected. Don Pagniello of Caritas commented on the disaster.
SourcesAgenzia SIRLa Croix
- 06 discussDioceses3h ago
The Diocese of Viana and Angola's Provincial Government of Icolo and Bengo are hosting an annual Marian pilgrimage.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
The Diocese of Viana and Angola's Provincial Government of Icolo and Bengo are hosting an annual Marian pilgrimage. The pilgrimage is scheduled for early September at the Shrine of Our Lady of Muxima. The working group has confirmed readiness to host the event.
- 07 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
The Dicastery for the Service of Integral Human Development announces the theme for the 60th World Day of Peace on January 1, 2027.
3 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje
The Dicastery for the Service of Integral Human Development announces the theme for the 60th World Day of Peace on January 1, 2027. The theme is 'Disarming Technology, Serving Peace: Politics as Preventive Responsibility'.
- 08 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Francis confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer as a member of the Council for the Economy.
2 sources·Vatican NewsCanção Nova
Pope Francis confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer as a member of the Council for the Economy. The Council oversees the Vatican's finances and administration. Cardinal Reinhard Marx was confirmed as coordinator.
SourcesVatican NewsCanção Nova
- 09 discussCatholic Life3h ago
Paul Vaughn told OSV News about his journey from evangelical to Catholic.
2 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News
Paul Vaughn told OSV News about his journey from evangelical to Catholic. He shared his meandering faith journey. Vaughn is a pro-life activist.
- 10 discussCultureNew 1h ago
Andrzej Beya-Zaborski, a theater and film actor, died at 75.
2 sources·NiedzielaGość Niedzielny
Andrzej Beya-Zaborski, a theater and film actor, died at 75. He was known for his role as a police commander in the film series 'U Pana Boga...'. Beya-Zaborski was associated with the Białostocki Teatr Lalek.
SourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny
- 12 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
Jordan is preparing for the 2000th anniversary of Jesus' baptism in 2030.
2 sources·Vatican NewsNiedziela
Jordan is preparing for the 2000th anniversary of Jesus' baptism in 2030. The country has formed a national committee to oversee the preparations. The committee is chaired by Prime Minister Jafar Hassan.
SourcesVatican NewsNiedziela
- 14 discussCatholic LifeNew 44m ago
Oblate di Nazareth
Sister Connie Tarallo lives with gratitude, community and love after losing her right leg. She has been a Sister for six decades. Her story is one of embracing life.
SourcesOblate di Nazareth
- 19 discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
Agenzia SIR
Suore Minime di Santa Clelia Barbieri in Bologna found an abandoned baby in a Culla per la vita. They named her Maria Stella and called for help. The Culla per la vita is an extreme measure to protect infancy against abandonment and abortion.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 23 discussReligious Orders2h ago
Catholic Sisters take the lead in telling their own stories.
Vatican News
Catholic Sisters take the lead in telling their own stories. Sr. Jane Wakahiu is featured. The story is available on YouTube.
SourcesVatican News
- 24 discussVatican2h ago
Pope confirms Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator of the economy council.
Vatican News
Pope confirms Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator of the economy council. Charlotte Kreuter-Kirchhof remains his deputy.
SourcesVatican News
- 25 discussVatican2h ago
Pope appoints new members to the Vatican's economic council.
Vatican News
Pope appoints new members to the Vatican's economic council. Cardinal Reinhard Marx is confirmed as coordinator. New members include cardinals Grzegorz Ryś, Ladislav Nemet, Jean-Paul Vesco, and Roberto Repole.
SourcesVatican News
- 26 discussVatican2h ago
The Pope leads the Angelus and Rosary.
Vatican News
The Pope leads the Angelus and Rosary. The event is available on YouTube. It took place on August 11, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 27 discussChurch & State2h ago
Pakistan celebrates National Minorities Day on August 11.
Vatican News
Pakistan celebrates National Minorities Day on August 11. Minority groups demand concrete reforms and protection from violence. They also seek greater political representation.
SourcesVatican News
- 29 discussVatican2h ago
Vatican News analyzes the impact of AI on labor and human intelligence.
Vatican News
Vatican News analyzes the impact of AI on labor and human intelligence. Augusto Cocorullo discusses the future of work.
SourcesVatican News
- 30 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś to the Council for Economy.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś to the Council for Economy. The Council is responsible for economic matters. The appointment was announced today.
SourcesVatican News
- 31 discussVatican3h ago
Klára Tomášiková spent 10 months as an intern at Vatican News.
Vatican News
Klára Tomášiková spent 10 months as an intern at Vatican News. She gained new journalistic and technical skills. She also experienced teamwork and had shared experiences.
SourcesVatican News
- 33 discussVatican3h ago
Pope Leo XIV's 2027 peace message focuses on disarmament of technology.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV's 2027 peace message focuses on disarmament of technology. He urges the international community to avoid leaving military decisions to artificial intelligence and to establish binding agreements. The message is titled 'Die Technik entwaffnen, dem Frieden dienen. Politik als präventive Verantwortung'.
SourcesVatican News
- 36 discussVatican3h ago
Florian Kolfhaus, a former Vatican diplomat, died on August 6, 2026, at the age of 51.
Vatican News
Florian Kolfhaus, a former Vatican diplomat, died on August 6, 2026, at the age of 51. His funeral is set for August 14, 2026, in Straubing. Kolfhaus was a priest in the Diocese of Regensburg.
SourcesVatican News
- 37 discussBishops3h ago
Janira Hopffer Almada, President of the National Assembly, visited Bishop Ildo Fortes in Mindelo.
Vatican News
Janira Hopffer Almada, President of the National Assembly, visited Bishop Ildo Fortes in Mindelo. The meeting took place at the Episcopal Residence on São Vicente island. The visit occurred on Friday, August 7, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 41 discussReligious Freedom4h ago
Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales
Bishop James Curry wrote to the Prime Minister to secure Jimmy Lai's release. Lai, a British citizen, was sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong. Bishop Curry urges the PM to follow predecessors' lead.
- 45 discussReligious Orders4h ago
Jesuits Global
Jesuits Global publishes a post on formation for mission. The post is titled 'Formation for mission: building bearers of hope'.
SourcesJesuits Global
- 47 discussCatholic Life4h ago
Caritas helps vulnerable Cubans access food and essential goods amid economic crisis.
Vatican News
Caritas helps vulnerable Cubans access food and essential goods amid economic crisis. Local Caritas provides humanitarian aid.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussChurch & State5h ago
President Samia Suluhu Hassan met with Catholic Bishops in Tanzania to discuss national issues and strengthen cooperation.
Vatican News
President Samia Suluhu Hassan met with Catholic Bishops in Tanzania to discuss national issues and strengthen cooperation. They talked about politics, faith, and development. The meeting also emphasized the role of religious leaders in promoting national unity and values.
SourcesVatican News
- 51 discussEducation5h ago
ANEC held a summit on strategic communication in Brasília.
Vatican News
ANEC held a summit on strategic communication in Brasília. The event took place on August 5 and 6.
SourcesVatican News
- 53 discussCatholic Life5h ago
The Church commemorates the memory of Santa Clara de Assis.
Vatican News
The Church commemorates the memory of Santa Clara de Assis. She is known as the Dama dos Pobres. Vatican News reports on her legacy.
SourcesVatican News
- 54 discussReligious Orders5h ago
Gość Niedzielny
Father Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, died at 108. The Diocese of Hong Kong reported his death. He was 108 years old.
SourcesGość Niedzielny
- 55 discussCatholic Life5h ago
Suore dell'Assunzione della S. Vergine
L'Assomption et ses Œuvres releases new issue on praying for peace with Mary. The issue is now available.
- 56 discussCatholic Life5h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Suor Chiara Francesca Lacchini talks about Saint Clare of Assisi's life and legacy. She highlights Clare's liberating sobriety and simplicity. Suor Chiara Francesca Lacchini is a monaca del Monastero San Romualdo di Primiero and president of the Federazione delle Clarisse Cappuccine d'Italia.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
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