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Agenzia Fides · Vatican News · Catholic News Agency · ACI Digital- 02 discussChurch & State7h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed closeness to the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Central African Republic during his Angelus on Aug. 23.
6 sources·Vatican NewsCatholic News AgencyACI Digital+3
Pope Leo XIV expressed closeness to the Democratic Republic of Congo and the Central African Republic during his Angelus on Aug. 23. He remembered the victims of an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and of a deadly mining landslide in the Central African Republic.
SourcesVatican NewsCatholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic RegisterACI AfricaCatholic World Report
- 03 discussVaticanUpdated2h ago
Pope Leo XIV delivered his Angelus message on Sunday, August 23, in St. Peter's Square.
11 sources·17 reports·Holy See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News+3
Pope Leo XIV delivered his Angelus message on Sunday, August 23, in St. Peter's Square. He reflected on the importance of developing a personal relationship with Jesus and renewing it every day. The Pope also highlighted the need to remain open to an authentic relationship with Christ, rather than retreating into one's own convictions and religious certainties.
SourcesHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican NewsDiocese of SkopjeDiocese of HallamArchdiocese of Malta
- 04 discussBishops11h ago
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22.
18 sources·31 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22. He met with civil authorities and the local church community, emphasizing the importance of human dignity, freedom of conscience, and Christian education. The Pope encouraged the church to care for the most vulnerable and to promote peace and solidarity.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussVatican1d ago
Pope Léon XIV visited the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, a gathering organized by Communion and Liberation.
2 sources·The Holy SeeLa Croix
Pope Léon XIV visited the Meeting for Friendship Among Peoples in Rimini, a gathering organized by Communion and Liberation. He was the first pope to attend the event since John Paul II in 1982. The visit was seen as a recognition of the movement and a confirmation of the reforms imposed by his predecessor.
SourcesThe Holy SeeLa Croix
- 06 discussChurch & State11h ago
Colombia and the US signed a security pact allowing US military operations in Colombia to combat drug trafficking.
Agenzia Fides
Colombia and the US signed a security pact allowing US military operations in Colombia to combat drug trafficking. The pact is part of a new chapter in defense cooperation between the two countries. The move has sparked controversy and institutional challenges.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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Sunday, August 23
56 stories · 12 corroborated- 01 discussLiturgyNew2h ago
Vice-President J.D. Vance attended a Traditional Latin Mass in Ohio with his family.
2 sources·InfoVaticanaRorate Caeli
Vice-President J.D. Vance attended a Traditional Latin Mass in Ohio with his family. He was spotted by Eric Sammons, director of Crisis Magazine. The mass was a Missa Cantata according to the traditional rite.
SourcesInfoVaticanaRorate Caeli
- 02 discussChurch & StateUpdated5h ago
The Valdo-Metodista Synod has started in Torre Pellice with 180 delegates.
2 sources·Diocese of Siena–Colle di Val d’Elsa–MontalcinoDiocese of Montepulciano–Chiusi–Pienza
The Valdo-Metodista Synod has started in Torre Pellice with 180 delegates. The synod represents around 25,000 people in 150 communities. The two churches had a pact of integration in 1975 and have been celebrating a single synod since 1979.
SourcesDiocese of Siena–Colle di Val d’Elsa–MontalcinoDiocese of Montepulciano–Chiusi–Pienza
- 03 discussChurch & State8h ago
Pope Leo XIV has asked for global help to combat the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
6 sources·7 reports·Vatican NewsAgência EcclesiaAlfa y Omega+2
Pope Leo XIV has asked for global help to combat the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He encouraged the international community to respond and involve local communities in prevention efforts. The outbreak has claimed many lives and is spreading rapidly.
SourcesVatican NewsAgência EcclesiaAlfa y OmegaDOMRADIO.DEAleteia
- 04 discussChurch & State8h ago
Pope Leo XIV urges international care for people affected by the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and for victims of a mining incident in the Central African Republic.
6 sources·11 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV urges international care for people affected by the Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo and for victims of a mining incident in the Central African Republic. The outbreak has caused over 2,500 deaths in the country. The Pope also assured prayers for the victims of the mining incident and recalled the anniversary of the earthquake that hit central Italy ten years ago.
- 05 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV delivered his Angelus address on August 23, 2026, at St. Peter's Square.
7 sources·8 reports·Diocese of FortalezaVatican NewsExaudi+2
Pope Leo XIV delivered his Angelus address on August 23, 2026, at St. Peter's Square. He reflected on the Gospel and encouraged the faithful to ask themselves who Jesus is for them. The Pope also warned against being content with superficial knowledge of the faith and instead encouraged the faithful to experience new practices and ask themselves what Jesus is asking of them today.
SourcesDiocese of FortalezaVatican NewsExaudiMagyar KurírZENIT News Agency
- 06 discussVatican7h ago
Pope Léon XIV led the Angelus prayer on Sunday, August 23, from the window of the Apostolic Palace.
4 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Bà RiaDiocese of Kontum+1
Pope Léon XIV led the Angelus prayer on Sunday, August 23, from the window of the Apostolic Palace. He commented on the Gospel and exhorted the faithful to continually rediscover the face of Christ and his Gospel. The Pope emphasized that faith is not given once and for all, but must be renewed and deepened daily.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Bà RiaDiocese of KontumAleteia
- 07 discussChurch & State8h ago
Sister Liji Payyapilly speaks to Vatican News about the war in Ukraine.
3 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamCanção Nova
Sister Liji Payyapilly speaks to Vatican News about the war in Ukraine. She says bombs cannot break faith, will to live or desire for freedom. She bears witness to the strength that comes from prayer.
- 08 discussDioceses8h ago
Ks. infułat Stanisław Kotowski, proboszcz Parafii Katedralnej, died on August 23.
2 sources·Diocese of BydgoszczDiocese of Gniezno
Ks. infułat Stanisław Kotowski, proboszcz Parafii Katedralnej, died on August 23. He was 72. Funeral services will be held on August 30.
- 09 discussLife & Family11h ago
Ecuadoran lawyer Pablo Proaño remarks on lack of empathy for pregnancy loss after death of Stefano, son of Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Ecuadoran lawyer Pablo Proaño remarks on lack of empathy for pregnancy loss after death of Stefano, son of Ecuadorian President Daniel Noboa. Proaño says an unborn child is a child. The death was due to a pregnancy complication.
- 10 discussBishops11h ago
Card. Matteo Zuppi, President of the CEI, celebrated Mass at the Rimini Meeting.
2 sources·Chiesa Cattolica ItalianaToscana Oggi
Card. Matteo Zuppi, President of the CEI, celebrated Mass at the Rimini Meeting. He spoke about combating enmity with friendship.
- 12 discussCatholic LifeUpdated3h ago
He emphasizes the importance of frequently asking this question and verifying the answer in daily relationships and situations.
3 sources·Vatican NewsOpokaDeon
He emphasizes the importance of frequently asking this question and verifying the answer in daily relationships and situations. He also warns against being satisfied with "convictions" about faith, which cannot replace a personal bond with the Lord.
SourcesVatican NewsOpokaDeon
- 13 discussLiturgyNew1h ago
Knisja Maltija
Knisja Maltija publishes Gospel of the day for 24th August. Readings include Revelations 21:9b-14 and John 1:45-51.
SourcesKnisja Maltija
- 14 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Matters India
5,000 people attended a peace rally in West Bengal. The rally was organized by Bangiya Christiya Pariseba. It followed attacks on the Christian community.
SourcesMatters India
- 15 discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago
Vida Nueva
The Salesians have launched a new website, www.ceferinomisionero.com.ar, dedicated to the beato Ceferino Namuncurá. The website is interactive and a reference point.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 16 discussEducationNew1h ago
Catholic Outlook
St John Vianney’s Primary marks 40 years of faith, learning and community. The school has been supporting one another in faith for over 40 years.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 17 discussLife & FamilyNew2h ago
CathNews Australia
The Catholic sector welcomes Labor's decision to abandon a planned merger of Meals on Wheels and other programs into its aged care system. Over 800,000 older Australians will continue to receive these services at home. The decision affects the Catholic sector's provision of aged care services.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 18 discussVaticanNew2h ago
CathNews Australia
Pope Leo has issued an appeal against war, polarisation and social division. He urges believers to foster dialogue and friendship.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 19 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
CathNews Australia
The Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese has ordained Don Mauro Salvador Gomez as a permanent deacon. The ordination took place at St Christopher’s Cathedral in Canberra. Deacon Gomez said “Let me serve you”.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 20 discussVaticanNew2h ago
CathNews Australia
Jacqui Remond, an expert in integral ecology, has been appointed a consultor to the Vatican’s Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. Remond was appointed by Pope Leo XIV. The appointment was reported by Australian Catholic University.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 22 discussVaticanNew3h ago
CathNews Australia
The Holy See's top diplomat will travel to Moscow for talks with senior Russian officials. The Holy See confirmed the trip. The diplomat will hold intensive talks.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 23 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
A prisoner's poem won the Afrodite Prize. The poem is about anger and redemption.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 29 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Terrasanta.net
The Fondazione Avsi hosted the bishop of Batroun and the apostolic vicar of Beirut at the Meeting di Rimini. They shared testimonies of hope. The event was part of the Meeting di Rimini's reflection proposals.
SourcesTerrasanta.net
- 30 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Magyar Kurír
Udvardy György celebrated St. Stephen in Vienna. He taught that power is to serve order and the common good.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 39 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Cardinale Zuppi presents the stories of Madeleine Delbrêl and Clare Crockett at Meeting di Rimini.
Vatican News
Cardinale Zuppi presents the stories of Madeleine Delbrêl and Clare Crockett at Meeting di Rimini. Two exhibitions are dedicated to the two women.
SourcesVatican News
- 40 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Religión Digital
Pablo, a priest from Alburquerque, participates in a novena in honor of the Virgin of Carrión. The novena is for migrants and vulnerable people. Pablo was a seminarist when he met the author in Perú.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 43 discussReligious Orders7h ago
National Catholic Register
Boulaur Abbey in France offers an original recipe for monastic revival. The abbey is known for its unique approach to monastic life.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 47 discussDioceses8h ago
Crux
The Church in the Central African Republic mourns the deaths of more than 100 people who died following the collapse of an artisanal gold mine. The government has closed the site. The Bishop of the Catholic Diocese of Bouar, Mgr. Miroslaw Gucwa, issued a statement.
SourcesCrux
- 48 discussVatican9h ago
ACI Prensa
Pope Leo XIV invited Catholics to ask who Jesus is in their lives during the Sunday Angelus prayer. He asked them to reflect on their relationship with Jesus.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 49 discussReligious Orders9h ago
Canção Nova
Hechos 29 missionaries met in Costa Rica. The meeting has ended.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 50 discussBishops9h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco, Archbishop of Algiers, prefers running to attending Mass in the morning. He is a passionate long-distance runner.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 54 discussCatholic Life10h ago
Magyar Kurír
The Catholic faithful in Alsógöd gathered for a thanksgiving mass on August 20 to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the consecration of the Szent István-templom. The church was consecrated in 1996.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
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