Pope Leo XIV received members of the Institut International des Sciences Administratives in the Vatican. The Pope addressed the group, discussing the need for balance in the use of digital technologies. The Institut International des Sciences Administratives is an organization that aims to promote responsible governance and administration.
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Holy See Press Office · The Holy See · Vatican News · ACI Stampa- 01 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV received members of the Institut International des Sciences Administratives in the Vatican.
3 sources·Holy See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News
- 02 discussVaticanNew53m ago
Pope Leo XIV expresses his condolences to King Haakon VIII, the royal family, and the Norwegian people after the death of King Harald V. The Pope remembers the king's many years of devoted…
2 sources·Vatican NewsACI Stampa
Pope Leo XIV expresses his condolences to King Haakon VIII, the royal family, and the Norwegian people after the death of King Harald V. The Pope remembers the king's many years of devoted service and assures his prayers for the king's eternal rest. Bishop Erik Varden of Trondheim also praises the late monarch.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa
- 03 discussChurch & State7h ago
Pope Francis met with state and civil society representatives in Siena.
L'Osservatore Romano
Pope Francis met with state and civil society representatives in Siena. The meeting took place in the Palazzo Pubblico.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 04 discussChurch & StateUpdated4h ago
Father Silas Bogati, Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Nepal, appeals for prayers for Nepal after a devastating flood.
3 sources·Agenzia FidesAgenzia SIRToscana Oggi
Father Silas Bogati, Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Nepal, appeals for prayers for Nepal after a devastating flood. The flood has caused 469 deaths and over 2000 people are missing. Father Bogati reports that around 25 Catholic families in the disaster area appear to be safe.
- 05 discussLiturgyNew30m ago
Pope Leo XIV will preside over 7 liturgical celebrations in September and October.
4 sources·10 reports·Holy See Press OfficeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV will preside over 7 liturgical celebrations in September and October. The celebrations include a Holy Mass at the Basilica Shrine of the Mother of Good Counsel in Genazzano, an Apostolic Journey to France, and a Holy Mass for the inauguration of the Academic Year of the Pontifical Universities. The Pope will also preside over a Holy Mass at the conclusion of the meeting on the occasion of the 10th anniversary of the publication of the Apostolic Exhortation Amoris lætitia.
- 06 discussBishopsNew37m ago
The Italian Episcopal Conference (CEI) has allocated 500,000 euros to support humanitarian emergencies in Colombia, Peru, Indonesia, and Nepal.
5 sources·Chiesa Cattolica ItalianaDiocese of PattiVatican News+2
The Italian Episcopal Conference (CEI) has allocated 500,000 euros to support humanitarian emergencies in Colombia, Peru, Indonesia, and Nepal. The funds will be used to respond to the most urgent needs of the affected communities. The initiative is a concrete sign of the Italian Church's closeness to people facing dramatic situations.
SourcesChiesa Cattolica ItalianaDiocese of PattiVatican NewsDiocese of TrentoToscana Oggi
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Friday, August 28
56 stories · 17 corroborated- 01 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Cardinal Roberto Repole, Bishop of Susa and Archbishop of Torino, comments on the closure of Rifugio Massi in Oulx.
2 sources·Diocese of SusaDiocese of Torino
Cardinal Roberto Repole, Bishop of Susa and Archbishop of Torino, comments on the closure of Rifugio Massi in Oulx. He expresses gratitude to volunteers and institutions that collaborated in the reception of migrants. The Rifugio Massi was supported by the Church of Susa, the Waldensian Diaconia, and other associations.
- 02 discussVaticanNew49m ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed condolences for the death of King Harald V of Norway.
2 sources·Religión DigitalInfoVaticana
Pope Leo XIV expressed condolences for the death of King Harald V of Norway. The king died at 89 in Oslo. The Pope sent a telegram to Haakon VIII.
SourcesReligión DigitalInfoVaticana
- 03 discussLife & FamilyNew43m ago
Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes FDA mifepristone regulation.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes FDA mifepristone regulation. Cassidy says FDA should reinstate in-person dispensing requirement. Cassidy chairs Senate Health Committee.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 04 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV encourages the International Institute of Administrative Sciences to humanize digital technologies.
2 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV encourages the International Institute of Administrative Sciences to humanize digital technologies. He warns of the risk that humanity could become victim of its own inventions. The Pope spoke to the Institute's members.
- 05 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Catholics in Estonia reflect on Blessed Eduard Profittlich's call for ecumenical dialogue and peace.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Catholics in Estonia reflect on Blessed Eduard Profittlich's call for ecumenical dialogue and peace. The first anniversary of his beatification is marked. Estonians celebrate the enduring legacy of Blessed Profittlich.
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with 26 members of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul from the United States.
5 sources·16 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with 26 members of the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul from the United States. He thanked them for their faith and encouraged them to continue serving the poor. The Pope emphasized that prayer and social justice are inseparable.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
Norwegian churches ring bells to mourn King Harald V. Catholic Bishop of Oslo Fredrik Hansen praises the king.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
Norwegian churches ring bells to mourn King Harald V. Catholic Bishop of Oslo Fredrik Hansen praises the king. King Harald V. died at 89.
SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
- 08 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA.
2 sources·3 reports·The Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA. He encouraged them to deepen their relationship with God and to serve others. The Pope emphasized the importance of prayer and social justice.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News
- 09 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul from the United States of America.
2 sources·4 reports·Holy See Press OfficeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul from the United States of America. The Pope greeted the delegation and thanked them for their devoted service. He encouraged them to deepen their relationship with the Lord and to follow the example of Saint Vincent de Paul.
- 10 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Vatican News and Diocese of Benevento publish documents on August 28, 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of BeneventoVatican News
Vatican News and Diocese of Benevento publish documents on August 28, 2026. Vatican News publishes a news article. Diocese of Benevento publishes Determina n. 18 - FCD.
- 11 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Archbishop Eamon C. Martin of Armagh, primate of Ireland, reflects on the life of Venerable Father Edward Flanagan.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Archbishop Eamon C. Martin of Armagh, primate of Ireland, reflects on the life of Venerable Father Edward Flanagan. Father Flanagan's life advocating care for troubled youth still serves as an inspiration to the world.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 12 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Bischof Manfred Scheuer and Bischofsvikar Slawomir Dadas lead a delegation to Nordirak.
2 sources·Diocese of LinzVatican News
Bischof Manfred Scheuer and Bischofsvikar Slawomir Dadas lead a delegation to Nordirak. The delegation visits the Ninive-Ebene and the Autonome Region Kurdistan.
SourcesDiocese of LinzVatican News
- 14 discussCultureNew3h ago
The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli hosted the first meeting of the Festival della Parola 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of Massa Carrara–PontremoliToscana Oggi
The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli hosted the first meeting of the Festival della Parola 2026. The event took place in Avenza and was attended by Bishop Mario Vaccari. The meeting was curated by architect Roberto Ghelfi and focused on the theme «Personaggi e racconti di Genesi 1-11 nell’arte».
- 15 discussChurch & StateUpdated50m ago
Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King's decades of devoted service to the Scandinavian…
7 sources·16 reports·Holy See Press OfficeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King's decades of devoted service to the Scandinavian nation. The telegram was sent by the Holy See Press Office.
- 16 discussCultureNew4h ago
A flood in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River has killed 538 people and left nearly 1,400 missing.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
A flood in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River has killed 538 people and left nearly 1,400 missing. A lake on the Tibetan side is feared to overflow.
- 17 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Bishop Erik Varden prayed for King Harald V, invoking a ninth-century prayer for the dying.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI Digital
Bishop Erik Varden prayed for King Harald V, invoking a ninth-century prayer for the dying. He commended the king to God's mercy on behalf of Norwegian Catholics. The bishop hailed the king as a 'stable pillar'.
- 18 discussBishopsNew29m ago
Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference urges exorcists to unite discernment with prayer. The conference emphasizes the importance of prayer in the discernment process.
- 19 discussBishopsNew46m ago
Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
Bishop Masilo John Selemela talks about the ministry of exorcism. He discusses the topic in a YouTube video.
- 30 discussBishopsNew3h ago
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Samir Nassar and appointed Rev. Sharbel (Ghattas) Maroun as the new Archbishop of Damasco dei Maroniti.
Holy See Press Office
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Samir Nassar and appointed Rev. Sharbel (Ghattas) Maroun as the new Archbishop of Damasco dei Maroniti. Rev. Maroun was previously the Protosincello of the Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon of Los Angeles.
SourcesHoly See Press Office
- 34 discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago
Società per le Missioni Estere di Parigi
François Pallu's youth in Tours influenced his missionary vocation. He later founded the MEP.
- 37 discussCultureNew4h ago
Církev.cz
Three churches and the bishop's residence in Litoměřice will be decorated with flower arrangements as part of the Rozkvetlé dědictví Zahrady Čech project. The project accompanies the 50th anniversary of a traditional exhibition and combines floristic creation with the history and architecture of Litoměřice's monuments.
SourcesCírkev.cz
- 39 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Jesuits Global
Jesuits Global launches Magis-Haïti, a program for Haiti's young people. The program aims to bring hope to Haiti's youth.
SourcesJesuits Global
- 42 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Menschen finden neu zum Glauben.
Vatican News
Menschen finden neu zum Glauben. Jugendliche übernehmen Verantwortung.
SourcesVatican News
- 43 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Partner organisations provide emergency aid.
Vatican News
Partner organisations provide emergency aid. Situation remains tense.
SourcesVatican News
- 46 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Order of Preachers
Memphis honors Samuel Henderson, a formerly enslaved man and Catholic convert who served the sick and dying during the yellow fever epidemic. Henderson aided Dominican friars. A section of Adams Avenue will bear his name.
SourcesOrder of Preachers
- 47 discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
Dottrinari
Padre Lorenzo Rossit died on August 19, 2026, at the age of 79. His funeral was held on August 21 in Giai. He was buried in Gruaro, in the province of Venice.
SourcesDottrinari
- 49 discussCultureNew5h ago
Agenzia SIR
Ridley Scott directs The Dog Stars, a thriller film based on Peter Heller's novel. The film is released by 20th Century Studios - Disney.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 51 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
Agenzia SIR
Mons. Paul Richard Gallagher met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergej Lavrov in Moscow. The Vatican diplomat reiterated that the war must end and cannot be resolved with military means. P. Caruso said it is better to kill wars with words than men with swords.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 53 discussEducationNew4h ago
ACI Africa
The Catholic Diocese of Tombura-Yambio's St. John Paul II Institute of Philosophy Major Seminary is investing in agriculture and enterprise to sustain priestly formation. The initiative, known as John Paul II Foods, aims to reduce dependence on external assistance. The seminary believes formation must prepare future priests spiritually, intellectually, humanly, and practically.
SourcesACI Africa
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