Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. Three of the appointees are US-based leaders with ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. The appointments were announced on August 18.
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Vatican News · The Tablet · America · Agenzia Fides- 01 discussVaticanNew55m ago
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
3 sources·Vatican NewsThe TabletAmerica
- 02 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesArchdiocese of Reims
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026. Many faithful from the Archdiocese of Reims want to participate in the events. Tickets for the events have been quickly allocated.
- 03 discussCultureNew1h ago
At least 500 people have been hospitalized in Yangon with symptoms of cholera.
2 sources·3 reports·L'Osservatore RomanoVatican News
At least 500 people have been hospitalized in Yangon with symptoms of cholera. 149 rapid tests were positive, with 9 confirmed by the National Laboratory. The outbreak occurs in a country divided by over five years of war, with millions displaced.
- 04 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Trenta giovani libanesi "artigiani di pace" hanno incontrato Leone XIV all'udienza generale.
Vatican News
Trenta giovani libanesi "artigiani di pace" hanno incontrato Leone XIV all'udienza generale. Il sacerdote Don Michel Marie Barakat ha ringraziato la Caritas e altre organizzazioni per gli aiuti al suo Paese.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Brian Mundubile, the main challenger to President Hakainde Hichilema, has rejected the Electoral Commission of Zambia's declaration of Hichilema's victory.
Agenzia Fides
Brian Mundubile, the main challenger to President Hakainde Hichilema, has rejected the Electoral Commission of Zambia's declaration of Hichilema's victory. Mundubile's party has documented irregularities relating to the security, transportation and handling of ballot papers. An analysis by The Africa Report has found discrepancies between votes recorded at polling stations and figures subsequently announced.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussEducationNew3h ago
Catholic schools in Rd Congo reopen despite Ebola threat.
L'Osservatore Romano
Catholic schools in Rd Congo reopen despite Ebola threat. The Ituri school network organizes to prevent students from losing a year.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
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Wednesday, August 19
54 stories · 11 corroborated- 01 discussEducationNew3h ago
The Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) opens inscriptions for the 11th National Course on Political Formation for Christians.
2 sources·CNBBDiocese of São José dos Campos
The Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) opens inscriptions for the 11th National Course on Political Formation for Christians. The course will take place from January 2027 to June 2028. Inscriptions are open until September 10, 2026.
- 02 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
The Diocese of Ostrava-Opava has released a new episode of its pOODcast series.
2 sources·Diocese of Ostrava-OpavaCírkev.cz
The Diocese of Ostrava-Opava has released a new episode of its pOODcast series. The guests are Jan and Marie Vrabcovi from Karlovy Studánky. They talk about a person who refused a primar position in exchange for not attending church.
- 03 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Pope accepts resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann of Speyer due to health reasons.
3 sources·DOMRADIO.DEACI StampaInfoVaticana
Pope accepts resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann of Speyer due to health reasons. Wiesemann had been bishop since 2008. The diocese is preparing for the 1000th anniversary of its cathedral in 2030.
- 04 discussBishopsNew1h ago
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Mariusz Kasperski, OMI, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina, Madagascar.
3 sources·Missionari Oblati di Maria ImmacolataVatican NewsAgenzia Fides
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Mariusz Kasperski, OMI, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina, Madagascar. He was previously Superior of the Community of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate in Toamasina and Parish Priest of Saint Eugène de Mazenod in Tsarahonenana. The appointment was made public on Wednesday, 19 August.
SourcesMissionari Oblati di Maria ImmacolataVatican NewsAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussLiturgyUpdated18m ago
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of music in liturgy during his general audience.
11 sources·19 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of music in liturgy during his general audience. He emphasized that music is not just a decoration, but an integral part of the liturgical celebration. The Pope also highlighted the significance of Gregorian chant and the need for high-quality music in liturgy.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussLiturgyUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV reflected on the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience.
11 sources·20 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV reflected on the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience. He emphasized that singing and playing music is a form of prayer that fosters unity and glorifies God. The Pope also highlighted the need for sacred music to be dignified and reflective of the mystery being celebrated.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussLife & FamilyNew4h ago
Cesvi warns that the humanitarian emergency in Colombia following the August 10 earthquake risks undermining social cohesion and separating families, putting children at risk of trafficking.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Cesvi warns that the humanitarian emergency in Colombia following the August 10 earthquake risks undermining social cohesion and separating families, putting children at risk of trafficking. The organization's director general, Stefano Piziali, highlights the main risk. Entire families in rural areas are still lacking basic necessities.
- 08 discussLife & FamilyNew4h ago
Catholic bishops express concern over the expiration of TPS designations, citing safety concerns in affected countries.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Catholic bishops express concern over the expiration of TPS designations, citing safety concerns in affected countries. Bishop Brendan Cahill comments on the issue.
- 09 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV received a book about Xavier Argemí, who died at 29 from muscular dystrophy.
3 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV received a book about Xavier Argemí, who died at 29 from muscular dystrophy. The book, 'Learning to Die in Order to Live', was given by Elisabet Argemí, a nurse from Barcelona. The book tells the story of Xavier's life, which had meaning because of love.
- 11 discussLiturgyUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience.
5 sources·Vatican NewsCBCP NewsACI Stampa+2
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience. He said that music is part of the liturgical action and not just a decoration. The pontiff also highlighted the role of the composer of sacred music in preserving the Church's musical heritage.
SourcesVatican NewsCBCP NewsACI StampaCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
- 12 discussEducationNew49m ago
The Catholic Telegraph
Raider Catholic at Wright State University sees renewed interest in faith events. The Catholic Telegraph invites nominations for the 2027 Radiate Christ Awards.
SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph
- 21 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Father Luigi Galvani reports on the aftermath of the earthquake in Flores.
Agenzia Fides
Father Luigi Galvani reports on the aftermath of the earthquake in Flores. The earthquake has caused widespread damage and displacement. The San Camillo Social Center is providing aid.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 22 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Bishop of Ruteng, Msgr. Siprianus Hormat, says God cares for victims of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Flores.
Agenzia Fides
Bishop of Ruteng, Msgr. Siprianus Hormat, says God cares for victims of the 7.7 magnitude earthquake in Flores. The earthquake has caused 68 deaths, 213 injuries, and displaced nearly 13,000 people. The Diocese of Ruteng has responded with courage and resilience.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 27 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Second Vatican Council and its documents.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Second Vatican Council and its documents. He spoke about Sacrosanctum Concilium.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
CNBB
Cardinal Orani João Tempesta, Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, reflects on the vocation of the laity. He says the laity's role is not a recent functional arrangement or a concession due to a shortage of ordained ministers. The laity's vocation is a constitutive dimension of the Church.
SourcesCNBB
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Jordanijoje rengiamasi Kristaus Krikšto jubiliejui.
Vatican News
Jordanijoje rengiamasi Kristaus Krikšto jubiliejui. Pirmasis organizacinio komiteto susitikimas įvyko rugpjūčio 10-ąją. Pasirengimai įsibėgėja.
SourcesVatican News
- 40 discussEducationNew2h ago
CNBB·Perspective
Dom Anuar Battisti, Archbishop Emeritus of Maringa, writes about the importance of lay vocations. He notes that the vitality of an ecclesial community is not measured by its structures or solemnity, but by the precious pastoral work of lay people.
SourcesCNBB
- 43 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Pope Leo XIV. accepted the resignation of Speyer Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV. accepted the resignation of Speyer Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann. The Vatican announced this on Wednesday. The diocese said the resignation was for health reasons.
SourcesVatican News
- 46 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Pope Leon XIV has appointed Polish missionary Mariusz Kasperski as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina on Madagascar.
Vatican News
Pope Leon XIV has appointed Polish missionary Mariusz Kasperski as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina on Madagascar. Kasperski has been serving on the island for over 30 years. He is 63 years old and from Wolsztyn.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
National Catholic Register
The National Catholic Register has launched a ‘Summer of Saints’ on social media. The blog will feature stories of saints. The blog will run all summer.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 50 discussCultureNew3h ago
L'Osservatore Romano reviews book Vorrei che tu fossi qui.
L'Osservatore Romano·Perspective
L'Osservatore Romano reviews book Vorrei che tu fossi qui. Variazioni sulla Settimana Santa by don Gabriele Vecchione. Marco Tibaldi writes the review.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 51 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
ACI Stampa
San Francesco di Paola è il santo patrono della Calabria. Il santuario dedicato a lui è una meta di pellegrinaggio. Il santo è stato dichiarato Patrono della Gente di mare della Nazione Italiana da Pio XII.
SourcesACI Stampa
- 52 discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
Vatican News publishes a story on Sister Małgorzata, a Polish nun.
Vatican News
Vatican News publishes a story on Sister Małgorzata, a Polish nun. The story is part of a series on the work of nuns worldwide.
SourcesVatican News
- 53 discussCultureNew5h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
US musician Moby visited Cologne Cathedral after a concert in Bonn. He posted a selfie on Instagram and joked about aliens living there.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 54 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
Religión Digital
Tánger Archbishop Emilio Rocha spoke about the migration crisis in Ceuta. He mentioned the tragedy of young people who died and the desperation of those seeking a better future. The Church is committed to promoting legal pathways for young people.
SourcesReligión Digital
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