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Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu addressed Catholic media professionals at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu addressed Catholic media professionals at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. He emphasized that Catholic communicators are disciples before being influencers. The congress is being held from August 4 to 8.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar held a meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar held a meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Over 60 participants attended, representing seven Regional Episcopal Conferences. The meeting aimed to evaluate the synodal vision in the Church.
SourcesAMECEAVatican News
Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood.
Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood. She emphasized unity and service. The event marked the Society's 25th anniversary.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
SIGNIS renewed its leadership at the African and global levels during the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.
SIGNIS renewed its leadership at the African and global levels during the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. Over 200 Catholic journalists and media professionals attended. Women now hold a majority on the board for the first time.
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Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations.
Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations. They aim to show that bishops, priests, and seminarians are ordinary men with an extraordinary call. This event promotes vocational awareness.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship.
The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The US Catholic bishops are reviewing and monitoring the order. CLINIC opposes the move.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaCatholic World Report
A judge has permitted abuse survivors to pursue the inclusion of Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools in settling claims against the Diocese of Burlington.
A judge has permitted abuse survivors to pursue the inclusion of Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools in settling claims against the Diocese of Burlington. The Diocese of Burlington is facing a new chapter in its bankruptcy. Abuse survivors seek to add schools and parishes to the case.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am.
The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event will include prayer for Spiritual Communion.
Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors.
Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors. The hospital will also fund a detransition clinic for five years. The payment includes $8,576,000 to the state of Texas.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July.
Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July. He returned to St. Patrick's Cathedral to celebrate Mass for the profession of vows of the Sisters of Life.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report
US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws.
US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws. This commitment was made during his nomination process. Recent pro-life and abortion-related news has been reported.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche.
The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche. A key swing vote senator offered support for the nomination.
Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry.
Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home Diocese of Syracuse, New York. The ministry is separate from his exorcist role.
SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes.
Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes. They met with CEV presidency and Cáritas Venezuela team. The team presented their humanitarian response and solidarity campaign 'Tras el temblor, el amor'.
Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV.
Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV. The event aims to be a celebration of hope. Preparations are in full swing.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago.
Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago. The site was later retaken by Nationalist forces. A Mass of reparation was held after its recapture.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
The Dioceses of Salta and Mercedes–Luján share a prayer for the visit.
The Dioceses of Salta and Mercedes–Luján share a prayer for the visit. Archbishop García Cuerva invites spiritual preparation. León XIV's mission is to confirm faith, strengthen hope, and promote peace.
SourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaReligión Digital
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail.
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail. This was announced on a call with a Protestant Christian ministry. The administration will put practices and policies in place to stop the shipment.
SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for soliciting a minor.
Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for soliciting a minor. He arranged a meeting with who he believed was a 15-year-old boy. The Archdiocese suspended him from ministry.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyThe PillarCatholic World Report
Poland's government and bishops' conference are preparing for a possible papal visit.
Poland's government and bishops' conference are preparing for a possible papal visit. No date has been set. This would be Pope Leo XIV's first visit to Poland as pope.
SourcesDiocese of MetzCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
The CNBB highlights 7 points on family vocation from Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia.
The CNBB highlights 7 points on family vocation from Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia. The documents offer insights on family life. The CNBB is celebrating 45 years of Familiaris Consortio and 10 years of Amoris Laetitia.
Catholic Scouting America members prayed for the country's future during the month of July.
Catholic Scouting America members prayed for the country's future during the month of July. They marked the US 250th birthday with a novena prayer. The prayer is a patriotic petition for the country.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico, rekindling hopes of a papal visit.
Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico, rekindling hopes of a papal visit. The Pope is 'very eager to come to Mexico', Parolin told the Mexican President. The country's bishops expressed renewed hope for the visit.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
The Diocese of Chiclayo will begin the beatification and canonization process of Juan Tomis Stack.
The Diocese of Chiclayo will begin the beatification and canonization process of Juan Tomis Stack. Bishop Edinson Farfán Córdova made the announcement. Tomis had an impact on the life of Pope León XIV.
SourcesACI PrensaACI Digital
The Dicastery for Culture and Education presents the Catholic Universities Art Triennial, an international initiative.
The Dicastery for Culture and Education presents the Catholic Universities Art Triennial, an international initiative. The triennial brings together universities from around the world to explore the role of art in addressing global issues. It is titled 'Exercises in Empathy'.
Pope León XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17.
Pope León XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. The visit is seen as a significant event for Catholics in the region. The Pope's message is expected to focus on the dimension of faith.
SourcesDiocese of São José dos CamposArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican NewsDiocese of LimaDiocese of Salta
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25-28.
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25-28. He will meet with abuse survivors, celebrate masses, and visit UNESCO. The trip's motto is 'That the world may have life'.
SourcesAngelus NewsLa CroixAleteiaReligión DigitalAlfa y OmegaVida Nueva
Conventual Franciscan Fathers Michal Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski were killed by Shining Path guerrillas.
Conventual Franciscan Fathers Michal Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski were killed by Shining Path guerrillas. They refused to abandon the people they served. Their legacy endures 35 years later.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
The Diocese of Calapan has been formally established and Bishop Moises Cuevas installed as its first bishop.
The Diocese of Calapan has been formally established and Bishop Moises Cuevas installed as its first bishop. The diocese marks its transition from decades of missionary care to a fully established local Church. The new diocese is located in the Philippines.
Parishioners of St. Louis in Clarksville received the Knights of Columbus International Family of the Year award. The award recognizes their service to the church and community. They have supported the pro-life movement for decades.
SourcesCatholic Review
Residents of St. Therese of Corcoran made a wooden monstrance for their chapel. Deacon John Wallin helped with the project. The chapel previously lacked a monstrance.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
The 1976 International Eucharistic Congress in Philadelphia drew hundreds of thousands. Its heritage liturgies remain a notable example of Catholic diversity and unity in the US. The event highlighted the Church's diversity.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
Lama Thubten Yeshe gives a commentary on a practice composed by the XIV Dalai Lama. The teaching is from 1976.
SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
Lacy Apfelbeck's Edge of the Red Sea Ministry helps families find physical, emotional and spiritual healing. The ministry is based in St. Francis. Apfelbeck discusses care for the mind.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
Bishop Paul Mason voices opposition to a puberty blockers trial. A High Court judge ruled children as young as 11 can participate. The trial is controversial.
The Oblates held a week-long Summer Bond Camp in Belize City. 40 volunteers supported the camp, which served 100 children. The camp was held at Swift Hall, St. Martin's.
SourcesOblate di Nazareth
The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has upgraded a Catholic church in Ashton-in-Makerfield to Grade II* listed status. The church was built between 1925-1930 and is considered one of the finest early-20th century churches in England.
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