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Thursday, August 6, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano

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From the Holy See

Vatican News · Agenzia Fides
  1. 01
    Pope names Ir. Maria do Disterro Rocha Santos consultor
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leão XIV appointed Ir. Maria do Disterro Rocha Santos as consultor of the Dicastério for Institutes of Consecrated Life.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leão XIV appointed Ir. Maria do Disterro Rocha Santos as consultor of the Dicastério for Institutes of Consecrated Life. She is president of the Conferência dos Religiosos do Brasil. The appointment was announced by Vatican News.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pontifical Mission Societies aid displaced Lebanese families
    discussCatholic Life23h ago

    Six years after the Beirut port explosion, the Pontifical Mission Societies continue to respond to the emergency facing newly displaced families in Lebanon.

    Agenzia Fides

    Six years after the Beirut port explosion, the Pontifical Mission Societies continue to respond to the emergency facing newly displaced families in Lebanon. Hundreds of thousands of people were displaced and homes were destroyed. Many families remain dependent on humanitarian assistance.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  3. 03
    Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas comments on Ukraine attacks
    discussVatican2h ago

    Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas discusses recent attacks on civilians in Ukraine.

    Vatican News

    Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas discusses recent attacks on civilians in Ukraine. He comments on the situation in the country.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    CELAM, CLAR, Caritas launch 'Care Unites Us' campaign
    discussBishops23h ago

    The Latin American and Caribbean Network for the Culture of Care launched a continental campaign to promote a culture of care.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Latin American and Caribbean Network for the Culture of Care launched a continental campaign to promote a culture of care. The campaign aims to strengthen prevention, protection, and accompaniment within ecclesial communities. It was presented during a webinar with representatives from various countries.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  5. 05
    Pope appoints 6 women as Dikasterium consultants
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope appoints 15 experts, including 6 women, as consultants to the Dikasterium.

    Vatican News

    Pope appoints 15 experts, including 6 women, as consultants to the Dikasterium. Patricia Murray is among the appointees. The Vatican announced the appointments on Thursday.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Gangs kill 20 in Gressier, Haiti
    discussChurch & State23h ago

    At least 20 people were killed by criminal gangs in Gressier, near Port-au-Prince.

    Agenzia Fides

    At least 20 people were killed by criminal gangs in Gressier, near Port-au-Prince. The gangs, including 'Viv Ansanm', attacked and burned victims. Authorities are criticized for inaction.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

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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.

  1. Africa Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · Archdiocese of Pretoria · ACI Africa
    1. Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference begins synodal journey
    2. “Use abilities that God has given you”: Vatican Official Cautions Against Replacing Human Creativity with AI
    3. New Vocation Guide Launched to Help Foster Vocations
  2. America National Catholic Register · Catholic News Agency · Word on Fire
    1. Catholic marriage advocates urge support
    2. The Scandal of Divine Hiddenness
    3. Let the Grievance Go
  3. Asia LiCAS News · CBCP News · Vatican News
    1. Vatican, SIGNIS initiatives strengthen religious sisters’ role in communication
    2. Southern Tagalog bishops, priests gather
    3. ‘Look, My Lady!’: New book celebrates transformative power of Catholic women in Thailand
  4. Europe Církev.cz · Vatican News
    1. ČBK and Ekumenická rada církví sign cooperation memo
    2. Bishop Vlastimil Kročil appoints Zdenek Mareš
    3. Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
  5. Oceania Catholic Outlook · The Southern Cross · The Catholic Weekly
    1. Making a Difference: The insanity of possessing nuclear weapons
    2. Saints and sinners aren’t made overnight
    3. Bishop Vincent Long mourns Fr Eugene Stockton's death

Thursday, August 6

49 stories · 15 corroborated
  1. 01
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference begins synodal journey
    discussBishops2h ago

    The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference starts its synodal journey to 2028.

    2 sourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

    The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference starts its synodal journey to 2028. The journey aims to build a listening church across Africa.

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of Pretoria

  2. 02
    Catholic marriage advocates urge support
    discussLife & Family2h ago

    Catholic marriage advocates urge continued support for married couples.

    2 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

    Catholic marriage advocates urge continued support for married couples. Divorce rates for couples married in the last 15 years are lower than earlier generations.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi, Italy, with participants of the 'GO!

    3 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi, Italy, with participants of the 'GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026'. He called on young people to have the courage to follow Christ. A young man named Francesco asked the Pope to pray for the young people to never lack the courage to follow Christ.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV leads Mass with youth in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1m ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with young participants at the 'Go!

    2 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with young participants at the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026!' in Assisi. He invited them to follow Christ and write new pages of history. The Pope emphasized the importance of serving life and building a civilization of love.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    Pizzaballa seeks peace in Holy Land
    discussVaticanNew 51m ago

    Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa expressed concern over the situation in the Holy Land, saying Christians are tired and want peace.

    3 sourcesVatican NewsTK KBSCanção Nova

    Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa expressed concern over the situation in the Holy Land, saying Christians are tired and want peace. He spoke in Assisi, where he inaugurated the Global House of Friendship and Hope. Pizzaballa also commented on upcoming elections in Israel.

    SourcesVatican NewsTK KBSCanção Nova

  6. 06
    Pope encourages young people to 'touch the suffering flesh of others' in Assisi
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi for the Franciscan Youth Meeting.

    4 sourcesVatican NewsTK KBSRome Reports+1

    Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi for the Franciscan Youth Meeting. He encouraged young people to overcome fear and write new pages of history. The Pope was greeted by local authorities and the bishop of the Diocese of Assisi–Nocera Umbra–Gualdo Tadino.

    SourcesVatican NewsTK KBSRome ReportsCanção Nova

  7. 07
    Church celebrates Transfiguration
    discussLiturgy6h ago

    The Church commemorates the Transfiguration of Jesus.

    2 sourcesAngelus NewsArchdiocese of Madre di Dio a Mosca

    The Church commemorates the Transfiguration of Jesus. Jesus revealed his divinity to three disciples through a miraculous light. The feast is celebrated on August 6.

    SourcesAngelus NewsArchdiocese of Madre di Dio a Mosca

  8. 08
    Leon XIV meets youth in Asyżu
    discussVatican3h ago

    Leon XIV spoke to youth in Asyżu about rebuilding the Church.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsNiedziela

    Leon XIV spoke to youth in Asyżu about rebuilding the Church. He emphasized that every believer has a role in this process. The Pope also discussed reconciliation and evangelical radicalism.

    SourcesVatican NewsNiedziela

  9. 09
    Catholic Church celebrates Feast of Transfiguration
    discussLiturgy2h ago

    The Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord on August 6th.

    6 sourcesDiocese of Port of SpainArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican News+3

    The Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord on August 6th. The feast commemorates the transfiguration of Jesus Christ on Mount Tabor. It is a significant event in the life of Jesus Christ and a reminder of his glory.

    SourcesDiocese of Port of SpainArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican NewsTK KBSACI StampaCatholic World Report

  10. 10
    Visvaldas Kulbokas condemns war in Ukraine
    discussVatican2h ago

    Visvaldas Kulbokas, Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, denounces the increasing civilian casualties due to bombings.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsReligión Digital

    Visvaldas Kulbokas, Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, denounces the increasing civilian casualties due to bombings. He praises Pope Leo XIV's calls for peace and expresses concern over those who justify or bless the war. The situation on the ground in Ukraine is dire with continuous bombardments in the capital and other cities.

    SourcesVatican NewsReligión Digital

  11. 11
    Pope Leo XIV calls Assisi youth to be new saints
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi, urging young people to become new saints.

    10 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi, urging young people to become new saints. He called on them to reject the culture of power and follow Jesus. The Pope spoke at the 'GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026' event.

    SourcesVatican News

  12. 12
    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass for participants in the 'Go!

    2 sourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass for participants in the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting' at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi. The Mass was held on the Feast of the Transfiguration. The Pope reflected on the transformation of Francis and Clare.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

  13. 13
    Iran and Oman reach agreement on Hormuz Strait
    discussChurch & State3h ago

    Iran and Oman have reached a preliminary agreement on the Hormuz Strait, excluding the US.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana

    Iran and Oman have reached a preliminary agreement on the Hormuz Strait, excluding the US. The agreement includes a 60-day ceasefire and the resumption of negotiations with Washington. The deal aims to regulate maritime traffic for merchant and oil ships.

    SourcesVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana

  14. 14
    RTÉ features Cork's 100th Eucharistic Procession
    discussCatholic Life4h ago

    RTÉ Nationwide featured the 100th Cork Eucharistic Procession, showcasing its history and significance.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Cork and RossThe Irish Catholic

    RTÉ Nationwide featured the 100th Cork Eucharistic Procession, showcasing its history and significance. The procession, established in 1926, is a prayer for peace and reconciliation. Over 5,000 people participated despite rain.

    SourcesDiocese of Cork and RossThe Irish Catholic

  15. 15
    Pope Leo XIV meets young people in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with young people in Assisi, Italy, as part of the 'Go!

    14 sourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV met with young people in Assisi, Italy, as part of the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026'. He answered questions and encouraged them to be 'artisans of peace' and to build a 'civilization of love'. The meeting was part of the Pope's pastoral visit to Assisi, marking the 800th anniversary of Saint Francis' death.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

  16. 16
    Pope Leo XIV Appoints Benjamin Earl Consultor to Dicastery for Consecrated Life
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    Order of Preachers

    SourcesOrder of Preachers

  17. 17
    Vatican, SIGNIS initiatives strengthen religious sisters’ role in communication
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  18. 18
    ČBK and Ekumenická rada církví sign cooperation memo
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    Církev.cz

    ČBK and Ekumenická rada církví signed a memorandum on cooperation. The memo confirms joint steps for the new EU program period 2028-2034. The signing took place at Velehrad.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  19. 19
    Pope Leo: Prayer is part of being human
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo discussed prayer in Wednesday's catechesis.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo discussed prayer in Wednesday's catechesis. He said prayer is part of being human. It was part of Kirkens bøn.

    SourcesVatican News

  20. 20
    Pope Leo XIV expresses concern for Ceuta migrants
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV spoke about the situation in Ceuta after the Angelus.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV spoke about the situation in Ceuta after the Angelus. He expressed concern for migrants' rights and stability. The Pope called for peace and justice.

    SourcesVatican News

  21. 21
    Brazil Bishops' Commission marks anniversaries of Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia
    discussLife & Family2h ago

    The Episcopal Commission for Life and Family of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil celebrated the 45th anniversary of Familiaris Consortio and the 10th anniversary of Amoris…

    Vatican News

    The Episcopal Commission for Life and Family of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil celebrated the 45th anniversary of Familiaris Consortio and the 10th anniversary of Amoris Laetitia. The commission's assessor, Father Rodolfo Chagas Pinho, emphasized the need for parliament to focus on family care.

    SourcesVatican News

  22. 22
    Mexican bishops: Cristero War centennial ‘a time of grace’
    discussChurch & State2h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  23. 23
    Vatican releases August 06 2026 Angelus and Rosary
    discussVatican2h ago

    Vatican News publishes August 06 2026 Angelus and Rosary.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News publishes August 06 2026 Angelus and Rosary. The video is available on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  24. 24
    Curitiba Archdiocese celebrates Dom Pedro Fedalto's 100 years
    discussDioceses2h ago

    The Archdiocese of Curitiba will hold a Thanksgiving Mass on August 11, 2026, for Dom Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto's 100 years.

    Vatican News

    The Archdiocese of Curitiba will hold a Thanksgiving Mass on August 11, 2026, for Dom Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto's 100 years. The Mass will be at 10:30 am.

    SourcesVatican News

  25. 25
    Pope encourages youth to follow the Risen One
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leon XIV celebrated Mass at the Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026 in Assisi.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leon XIV celebrated Mass at the Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026 in Assisi. He urged the youth to follow the Risen One. The meeting's theme is 'Go!'

    SourcesVatican News

  26. 26
    Southern Tagalog bishops, priests gather
    discussBishops3h ago
    CBCP News

    Catholic bishops and priests from Southern Tagalog gathered in the Diocese of Calapan for the SOLTARE gathering. The event renewed their fraternity. It was held this week.

    SourcesCBCP News

  27. 27
    Bishop Vlastimil Kročil appoints Zdenek Mareš
    discussDioceses3h ago
    Církev.cz

    Bishop Vlastimil Kročil appointed Zdenek Mareš as a chaplain of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The appointment was made during a ceremony in the České Budějovice cathedral. The ceremony was part of a celebration in honor of St. Auracián.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  28. 28
    The Scandal of Divine Hiddenness
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  29. 29
    Japanese bishops mark Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings
    discussBishops2h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  30. 30
    ‘It is good for us to be here’: A reflection on the transfiguration of Jesus
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    OSV News

    SourcesOSV News

  31. 31
    Mladí hasiči meet at Štípa pilgrimage
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Církev.cz

    The first Young Firefighters' Pilgrimage will take place on August 29 in Štípa. The event is organized by hasičské sbory IX. okrsku Držková, farností Štípa, and Mons. František Sedláček.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  32. 32
    19ª domenica T. O. – Anno A (9.8.2026) TF
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  33. 33
    Pope Leo XIV to visit Argentina
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  34. 34
    The Beautiful Invisible: Jan Twardowski’s Poetic Lessons on Loving in Solitude
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Church Life Journal

    SourcesChurch Life Journal

  35. 35
    19ª domenica T. O. – Anno A (9.8.2026) GT
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  36. 36
    Pope Leo XIV urges youth to build civilization of love
    discussVatican2h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  37. 37
    Mary who will welcome Pope Leo might have her most interesting title
    discussVatican3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  38. 38
    Solidarietà alle famiglie di Spin Time
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  39. 39
    ‘Look, My Lady!’: New book celebrates transformative power of Catholic women in Thailand
    discussCulture4h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  40. 40
    Let the Grievance Go
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  41. 41
    “Use abilities that God has given you”: Vatican Official Cautions Against Replacing Human Creativity with AI
    discussVatican4h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  42. 42
    Vatican News marks Hiroshima bombing anniversary
    discussCulture5h ago

    Vatican News recalls the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, warning of nuclear threats.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News recalls the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, warning of nuclear threats. The New START deadline and AI in military systems pose obstacles to peace. Researcher Matteo Taucci highlights Hibakusha testimonies.

    SourcesVatican News

  43. 43
    German nun's legacy continues transforming the lives of disabled Indonesians
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  44. 44
    Missionary roles reverse as Bangladeshi nun cares for elderly Catholic sisters in Italy
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  45. 45
    Lawsuit seeks fossil fuel-free 401(k) plan on religious grounds
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  46. 46
    The pope's words moved a Republican to challenge South Dakota's death penalty. The state is not ready.
    discussVatican5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  47. 47
    2 years after leaving religious life: Reflections on grace, marriage and clericalism
    discussReligious Orders5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  48. 48
    The quiet revolution at the Vatican
    discussVatican5h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  49. 49
    Pope Leo XIV issues Magnifica humanitas
    discussVatican6h ago

    Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica humanitas emphasizes human dignity.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica humanitas emphasizes human dignity. It focuses on human personality and encourages hope for the future. The document discusses the role of humans in the era of artificial intelligence.

    SourcesVatican News

Wednesday, August 5

8 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Parish of Teis honors patron
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    The Parish of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves in Teis celebrated its patron saint's day.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Tui-VigoDiocese of Sisak

    The Parish of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves in Teis celebrated its patron saint's day. The Diocese of Tui-Vigo and Diocese of Sisak reported on similar celebrations.

    SourcesDiocese of Tui-VigoDiocese of Sisak

  2. 02
    Hearers of the Word: The Liturgy
    discussLiturgy7h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  3. 03
    Irish Dominican Order’s ‘miraculous’ revival is also down to ‘great men’ – historian
    discussReligious Orders6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  4. 04
    Baroness O’Loan recalls murdered priest and asks for Holy See review of Catholic Church in China
    discussVatican6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  5. 05
    Jubilees in Down and Connor: two priests thanked for saying ‘yes’ to God’s call
    discussBishops6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  6. 06
    Knock offers more than healing and miracles – rector
    discussBishops6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  7. 07
    Catholic Historical Society conference to reflect on Ireland’s places of worship
    discussBishops6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  8. 08
    Dublin Eucharistic procession to invite Catholics to ‘come home’
    discussLiturgy6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

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