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Holy See Press Office · Agência Ecclesia · ZENIT News Agency · ACI Prensa- 02 discussLife & Family10h ago
Patriarca di Venezia Francesco Moraglia expresses sadness over new Veneto law on assisted suicide.
4 sources·Diocese of VeneziaVatican NewsChiesa Cattolica Italiana+1
Patriarca di Venezia Francesco Moraglia expresses sadness over new Veneto law on assisted suicide. The law was approved on September 2, 2026. Moraglia says it may lead to a cultural and healthcare drift.
SourcesDiocese of VeneziaVatican NewsChiesa Cattolica ItalianaDiocese of Cagliari
- 03 discussCatholic Life11h ago
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines has invited all ecclesial communities to celebrate the Day of Creation on the first Sunday of September.
Agenzia Fides
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines has invited all ecclesial communities to celebrate the Day of Creation on the first Sunday of September. The celebration is part of a journey that highlights the link between environmental protection, the rights of indigenous peoples and social justice. Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David stressed the need for an “authentic ecological conversion”.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussLife & Family17h ago
Bishop Pierre-André Dumas appeals for TPS protection for Haitian community.
L'Osservatore Romano
Bishop Pierre-André Dumas appeals for TPS protection for Haitian community. The community fears the end of the protection.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 05 discussVatican16h ago
The Commissione Teologica Internazionale has published a document titled "Prendersi cura della nostra Casa comune: risposta responsabile e fraterna al Dio trinitario".
4 sources·Holy See Press OfficeVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano+1
The Commissione Teologica Internazionale has published a document titled "Prendersi cura della nostra Casa comune: risposta responsabile e fraterna al Dio trinitario". The document presents a Christian perspective on the ecological and social crisis. It calls for a responsible and fraternal response to the Trinitarian God.
SourcesHoly See Press OfficeVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoTK KBS
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Wednesday, September 2
56 stories · 11 corroborated- 01 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Archbishop Fisher delivered a homily at the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia Retreat in Nashville.
2 sources·Diocese of SydneyThe Catholic Weekly
Archbishop Fisher delivered a homily at the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia Retreat in Nashville. He spoke about Christian patience. The Archdiocese of Sydney also published a homily for the Mass of the Anniversary of the Dedication of St Mary’s Cathedral.
- 02 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Joe Schmid, a popular agnostic YouTuber, announced his conversion to Catholicism.
4 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic Register+1
Joe Schmid, a popular agnostic YouTuber, announced his conversion to Catholicism. He shared the news on his YouTube channel. Schmid said a gift of God's grace led him back to the faith.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 03 discussDioceses10h ago
The Diocese of Ogdensburg will settle abuse claims for $83 million.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
The Diocese of Ogdensburg will settle abuse claims for $83 million. Parishes will undergo a bankruptcy proceeding.
- 04 discussLiturgy9h ago
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has published guidelines on the celebration of the Holy Mysteries.
2 sources·Eparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma (Ukrainian)Archeparchy of Winnipeg
The Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church has published guidelines on the celebration of the Holy Mysteries. The document outlines theological and pastoral principles. It is available in English and Ukrainian.
SourcesEparchy of Saint Josaphat in Parma (Ukrainian)Archeparchy of Winnipeg
- 05 discussChurch & State10h ago
Bishop Frank Caggiano has spearheaded a guild to transform local businesses by placing God at the center.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Bishop Frank Caggiano has spearheaded a guild to transform local businesses by placing God at the center. The guild aims to consecrate businesses to the Sacred Heart in the Bridgeport Diocese. This initiative seeks to bring faith into the workplace.
- 06 discussLife & Family12h ago
Voters in multiple states will consider ballot measures on topics ranging from abortion and gender policy to housing and tax policy in November.
4 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendAngelus NewsOSV News+1
Voters in multiple states will consider ballot measures on topics ranging from abortion and gender policy to housing and tax policy in November. The measures ask voters to weigh in directly on a policy item, law or regulation. The ballot measures will be considered in November.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendAngelus NewsOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 07 discussVatican10h ago
Pope Leo XIV said at his weekly general audience that Catholics cannot be 'unengaged spectators' amid current events.
7 sources·USCCB NewsDiocese of SaginawThe Catholic Sun+3
Pope Leo XIV said at his weekly general audience that Catholics cannot be 'unengaged spectators' amid current events. He called on the faithful to leave behind 'all passivity and indifference' toward current events and the lives of others. The pope began a new series of reflections on the Second Vatican Council's pastoral constitution 'Gaudium et Spes'.
SourcesUSCCB NewsDiocese of SaginawThe Catholic SunOSV NewsThe Catholic RegisterThe Monitor
- 08 discussChurch & State12h ago
Brazilian Cardinals participate in a dialogue on Church and politics ahead of the 2026 elections.
2 sources·CNBBDiocese of Fortaleza
Brazilian Cardinals participate in a dialogue on Church and politics ahead of the 2026 elections. The event will be broadcast on Rede Vida. The dialogue will focus on the main challenges related to the elections and the contribution of the Catholic Church to the formation of civic consciousness.
SourcesCNBBDiocese of Fortaleza
- 09 discussReligious Freedom12h ago
The Religious freedom commission urges accountability for India violators after Mohan Bhagwat's U.S. visit.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
The Religious freedom commission urges accountability for India violators after Mohan Bhagwat's U.S. visit. Bhagwat is the chief of the Rashtriya Swayamsevak Sangh, a Hindu nationalist organization accused of targeting Christians. The commission's call comes after Bhagwat's visit to the U.S. in late August.
- 10 discussVatican13h ago
Pope Leo XIV spoke by telephone with Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella, expressing solidarity following the country's recent earthquake.
3 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamACI Stampa
Pope Leo XIV spoke by telephone with Colombian President Abelardo de la Espriella, expressing solidarity following the country's recent earthquake. The Pope reiterated his closeness to those affected by the disaster. The earthquake caused 329 deaths, 4,600 injuries, and 314,000 displaced people.
- 15 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
LiCAS News
Street outreach ministry seeks to bring young people on society’s margins into care, community, and paths toward reintegration. The movement is ahead of WYD 2027. It aims to bring Church presence among vulnerable young people in South Korea.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 19 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
LiCAS News
Lahu Catholics in northern Thailand have built a new chapel. The community is starting a 'living Church' mission. The chapel is a call to carry faith into service.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 20 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
170,000 Erstklassler in Nordrhein-Westfalen start school. In Köln-Kalk, children start with an Einschulungsgottesdienst.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 21 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
The Catholic Weekly
More than 500 Catholics, bishops and clergy will gather in Campbelltown for Australia’s Renewed and Sent Parish Renewal Summit. The summit focuses on mission and evangelisation. It signals a growing appetite for parish renewal.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 23 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Year 6 students from five western Sydney Catholic schools went on a pilgrimage to Ukrainian, Armenian and Maronite churches. The pilgrimage aimed to show the diversity and unity of Catholic worship. Students discovered the different traditions of Eastern Catholic churches.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 24 discussDiocesesNew5h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Sydney parish pastoral councils attended archdiocesan workshops. They discussed how to reach young people and those no longer attending church.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 25 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Catholic Outlook
Pope tells young people to let the Holy Spirit shine every day. He says it is a light, not a treasure to keep hidden.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 26 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Catholics describe ministering in aftermath of 9/11. Heroic first responders confronted danger. The Catholic Weekly reports.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 27 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
National Catholic Register
The National Catholic Register features Mother Angelica’s collected spiritual works. The collection is a new publication. Mother Angelica was a Catholic nun and founder of EWTN.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 31 discussCulture7h ago
Canção Nova
Art from Jequitinhonha is featured in Paris Week. The presence in Paris is the result of work developed over two decades.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 33 discussCatholic Life8h ago
Canção Nova
The Hallel starts on Friday, 4, and continues until the next Monday. It is one of the largest evangelization events. It takes place in Franca.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 34 discussCatholic Life8h ago
Catholic Outlook
The parish of Sacred Heart, South Mt Druitt celebrated its 50th anniversary with Mass on the Feast of the Sacred Heart and a parish dinner dance. The parish was built on faith and service.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 37 discussVatican9h ago
CatholicPhilly
Pope Leo XIV named Dr. Francesco Cesareo to the Pontifical Committee for Historical Sciences. Dr. Cesareo is a professor of history at Villanova U and a seminary. The committee works to preserve historical truth.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 39 discussEducation10h ago
CatholicPhilly
St. Francis of Assisi school community gathers to celebrate the dedication and blessing of its rebuilt primary building. The building was destroyed by a fire in October 2024. The community gathered on Sept. 1.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 52 discussCatholic Life11h ago
CatholicPhilly
The annual Red Mass brings Philadelphia legal community members together for prayer and reflection. The event is held in Philadelphia.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 56 discussCatholic Life12h ago
CatholicPhilly
The National Centre for Padre Pio will host ten days of prayer, family activities, and Italian traditions from Sept. 14 to Sept. 23, honoring the Feast of Saint Pio of Pietrelcina.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
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