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Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time · Green · The Liturgy of the Hours · updated 1m

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  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV prays Angelus at Castel Gandolfo
    discussVaticanNew19m ago

    Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

    15 sources27 reportsThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

    Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo on Sunday, August 30, 2026. He reflected on the Gospel and encouraged the faithful to always be honest with God and to trust in His will. The Pope also launched several appeals, including for peace in Haiti and Nepal.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV urges release of 40 Haiti hostages
    discussChurch & StateNew35m ago

    Pope Leo XIV condemned the recent massacre in Haiti and urged the release of hostages.

    3 sources8 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV condemned the recent massacre in Haiti and urged the release of hostages. He also renewed his call for aid to Nepal after deadly floods. The Pope made the appeal after reciting the midday Angelus prayer from Castel Gandolfo on Sunday.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  3. 03
    Kazakhstan Embassy to Holy See marks International Day against Nuclear Tests
    discussCulture18h ago

    The Embassy of Kazakhstan to the Holy See marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Embassy of Kazakhstan to the Holy See marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests. Kazakhstan closed the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site 35 years ago. The site was the location of 456 nuclear tests between 1949 and 1989.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV mourns King Harald V
    discussVatican22h 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…

    12 sources18 reportsVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of Hallam+1

    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.

    SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje

  5. 05
    Pope presides Mass, joins procession
    discussVatican20h ago

    Pope Leo XIV presided over Mass at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo and then joined a procession with a statue of the Madonna del Lago.

    4 sourcesHoly See Press OfficeVatican NewsKTO

    Pope Leo XIV presided over Mass at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo and then joined a procession with a statue of the Madonna del Lago. The procession took place on the Lago di Albano.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeVatican NewsKTO

  6. 06
    Gang kill 47 in Haiti church
    discussChurch & StateNew3h ago

    Gangs killed 47 people in a church in Haiti.

    Vatican News

    Gangs killed 47 people in a church in Haiti. The attack highlights the expansion of criminal power beyond Port-au-Prince.

    SourcesVatican News

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The Church throughout the world

The five parts the Annuario Pontificio counts, and in each of them only publishers who speak from it: a bishops' conference, a diocese, a Catholic paper of that place. An agency reporting about a continent from another one is in the wire below, not here.

  1. Africa AMECEA
    1. Pope Leo XIV warns war and ecological destruction wound creation
    2. Bishop Chaima urges Malawi children to serve others
    3. Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa launches Eucharistic Congress
  2. America Catholic Review · Canção Nova · The Texas Catholic
    1. Juliana D’Alessandro named teacher of the year
    2. CN Agro shows creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo
    3. Ilzydora Hernández writes about vocations
  3. Asia CBCP News · Matters India
    1. Diocese of Talibon prepares first synod
    2. Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao urges fair law enforcement
    3. Huwag sumunod sa agos ng mundo
  4. Europe cath.ch · Niedziela · Knisja Maltija
    1. cath.ch publishes desert wisdom series
    2. cath.ch publishes La ferme où on aime Jésus sans en parler
    3. Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff
  5. Oceania Nothing filed in this window.

Sunday, August 30

52 stories · 4 corroborated
  1. 01
    Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség holds general chapter
    discussReligious OrdersNew2h ago

    The Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség held a general chapter.

    2 sourcesArchdiocese of Alba IuliaMagyar Kurír

    The Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség held a general chapter. The Szociális Missziótársulat is preparing for its chapter.

    SourcesArchdiocese of Alba IuliaMagyar Kurír

  2. 02
    Leo XIV: jak Piotr mówmy Bogu to, co naprawdę czujemy
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    2 sourcesVatican NewsDeonPerspective

    SourcesVatican NewsDeon

  3. 03
    Gunmen kill 1, wound 5 at techno party in Aarau
    discussCultureNew5h ago

    Gunmen opened fire at a techno party in Aarau, killing one person and wounding five others.

    2 sourcesLa CroixGość Niedzielny

    Gunmen opened fire at a techno party in Aarau, killing one person and wounding five others. The perpetrators are still at large. The incident occurred on the night of August 29-30, 2026.

    SourcesLa CroixGość Niedzielny

  4. 04
    Archbishop Gallagher speaks to Vatican News
    discussVaticanUpdated1h ago

    Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher speaks to Vatican News after his mission to Moscow.

    2 sources10 reportsVatican News

    Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher speaks to Vatican News after his mission to Moscow. He discusses the Holy See's diplomacy and its efforts to promote peace. Gallagher also talks about his meetings with Russian officials and the humanitarian aspect of the conflict.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    cath.ch publishes desert wisdom series
    discussCultureNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    cath.ch publishes a series on desert wisdom. The series is titled "Et si la sagesse venait du désert égyptien ?".

    Sourcescath.ch

  6. 06
    cath.ch publishes La ferme où on aime Jésus sans en parler
    discussCatholic LifeNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    The publication is about a farm.

    Sourcescath.ch

  7. 07
    Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff
    discussBishopsNew1m ago
    Niedziela

    Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti. At least 47 people died. He demands action from authorities.

    SourcesNiedziela

  8. 08
    India’s bishops call for solidarity with neighbors as scope of Nepal-China disaster grows
    discussCatholic LifeNew5m ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  9. 09
    Sacrosanctum Concilium: Artículo 63
    discussCultureNew4m ago
    Pray Tell

    SourcesPray Tell

  10. 10
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi celebrates 100th anniversary of parish church cornerstone
    discussBishopsNew44m ago
    Knisja Maltija

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi celebrates the 100th anniversary of the parish church cornerstone. He delivered a homily during the celebration. The church was built 100 years ago.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  11. 11
    Dar Bjorn raises over €200,000 in marathon
    discussCatholic LifeNew34m ago
    Newsbook

    Dar Bjorn is currently holding a marathon called 'Tinsinix' to collect donations for its projects. The event has raised over €200,000 so far.

    SourcesNewsbook

  12. 12
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers homily
    discussBishopsNew55m ago
    Knisja Maltija

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivered a homily. He spoke about true disciples. He referenced Matthew 16:22.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  13. 13
    Juliana D’Alessandro named teacher of the year
    discussEducationNew1h ago
    Catholic Review

    Juliana D’Alessandro, a teacher at St. Mark School in Catonsville, has been named teacher of the year. She teaches fourth-grade students.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  14. 14
    Not for destruction, but for life!
    discussVaticanNew53m ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  15. 15
    Thom Ryng walks 1000 miles for late wife
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Rome Reports

    Thom Ryng has completed the Camino de Santiago six times. This summer, he walked in honor of his late wife. He found healing along the way.

    SourcesRome Reports

  16. 16
    Should a saint be called a “founding mother” of the USA?
    discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  17. 17
    One simple way we can all be a little more like Dolly
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  18. 18
    Pope Leo XIV visits France
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    La Croix

    Gérard Defois, former archbishop, reflects on a century of Catholicism in France. He discusses the challenges facing the Church.

    SourcesLa Croix

  19. 19
    Ferences Világi Rend holds general chapter in Csíksomlyó
    discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    The Ferences Világi Rend held a general chapter in Csíksomlyó. The meeting included prayer, spiritual reflection, and planning for the next period.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  20. 20
    Spanish regional government spotlights Queen Isabella's sainthood cause
    discussVaticanNew2h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    The Spanish regional government's minister of culture highlighted Queen Isabella's cause for beatification during a meeting with Archbishop Luis Argüello. The meeting was with the president of the Spanish Bishops’ Conference. The cause for beatification was spotlighted.

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  21. 21
    When we think God is the one who is wrong …
    discussVaticanNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  22. 22
    Catholic leaders welcome new President of Bangladesh
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    Crux

    The president’s role is largely ceremonial. Catholic Church leaders hope Alamgir can be an effective voice of moral leadership.

    SourcesCrux

  23. 23
    Alex Borg says a serious government with a strong economy does not leave families and businesses in the dark
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    Newsbook

    Alex Borg, leader of the Nationalist Party, said a serious government with a strong economy does not leave families and businesses in the dark. He stated that economic growth means nothing if people do not see it in their lives and do not have a better quality of life.

    SourcesNewsbook

  24. 24
    CN Agro shows creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo
    discussCultureNew2h ago
    Canção Nova

    CN Agro shows the creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo. The report highlights the love for horses. The horse unites the family.

    SourcesCanção Nova

  25. 25
    Halmai Tamás publishes poetry
    discussCultureNew2h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    Halmai Tamás published poetry in Új Ember. His poems appeared in the Mértékadó cultural supplement.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  26. 26
    Diocese of Arezzo Cortona and Sansepolcro holds catechetical conference
    discussEducationNew3h ago
    Toscana Oggi

    The Diocese of Arezzo Cortona and Sansepolcro organizes a catechetical conference on September 13. The conference is titled "Seconda stella a destra. Le costellazioni della catechesi". The conference is inspired by a quote from Pope Leo.

    SourcesToscana Oggi

  27. 27
    Bishop Erik Varden celebrates 100 years of Catholic Mass on Svalbard
    discussBishopsNew1h ago

    Bishop Erik Varden celebrated a solemn Mass in Longyearbyen to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Catholic Mass on Svalbard.

    3 reportsVatican News

    Bishop Erik Varden celebrated a solemn Mass in Longyearbyen to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Catholic Mass on Svalbard. In his homily, he reflected on vulnerability and solitude, inviting Christians to rediscover a healthy sense of reality and to bring Christ's reconciliation, healing, and friendship to those who are isolated and frightened. The Mass was held on August 30.

    SourcesVatican News

  28. 28
    Pope Leo XIV: accept God's ways
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    5 reportsVatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  29. 29
    Diocese of Talibon prepares first synod
    discussDiocesesNew4h ago
    CBCP News

    The Diocese of Talibon is preparing for its first diocesan synod. The synod comes 40 years after the diocese's establishment.

    SourcesCBCP News

  30. 30
    Catholic News Agency publishes story of couple’s marriage renewal
    discussLife & FamilyNew4h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    Couple’s daughter asks mom to teach her to pray. Couple reunites.

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  31. 31
    Wspólnota Sant’Egidio holds meeting in Budapeszt
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago

    Over 1,000 young people from 14 countries participate in a meeting organized by Wspólnota Sant’Egidio in Budapeszt.

    Vatican News

    Over 1,000 young people from 14 countries participate in a meeting organized by Wspólnota Sant’Egidio in Budapeszt. The meeting aims to promote peace and friendship among nations. Paolo Stifano and Olya Makar share their thoughts on the event.

    SourcesVatican News

  32. 32
    CRUX links Gamescom and faith
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    CRUX in Cologne combines Gamescom and Bible verses. Simone Wosniok projects images onto the church wall.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  33. 33
    Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao urges fair law enforcement
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    CBCP News

    Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao of Bayombong urged authorities to enforce the law fairly after 13 were arrested over a mining protest. He also called for dialogue. The arrests were made on Sunday.

    SourcesCBCP News

  34. 34
    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago

    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation for Vatican News.

    Vatican News

    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation for Vatican News. He is a Greek Catholic priest and archimandrite.

    SourcesVatican News

  35. 35
    Caritas starts interactive "Frust-O-Mat" for state elections
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Caritas starts a new version of the interactive "Frust-O-Mat" for the state elections. The project allows people to anonymously share their thoughts and frustrations. In 2024, 58,000 people used the website.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  36. 36
    Anisha Jo sings for Pope Leo XIV
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Aleteia

    Anisha Jo, winner of Star Academy 2022, will sing at the Stade de France on September 25. She will perform at a prayer vigil. Pope Leo XIV will attend.

    SourcesAleteia

  37. 37
    Vatican News posts 2026.08.29 Highlights
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago

    Vatican News posts highlights of Holy Mass from the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News posts highlights of Holy Mass from the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago. The Mass was posted on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  38. 38
    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas appeals for end to impunity after massacre
    discussChurch & StateNew5h ago

    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, vice-president of the Haitian Episcopal Conference, appeals for an end to impunity after a gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti, that killed at least 47 people.

    Vatican News

    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, vice-president of the Haitian Episcopal Conference, appeals for an end to impunity after a gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti, that killed at least 47 people. He demands concrete actions from the authorities. Dumas warns that Haiti must not become a "great cemetery".

    SourcesVatican News

  39. 39
    Capucine, 14, wants to save lives as a firefighter
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    La Croix

    Capucine, 14, wants to become a firefighter. She is about to start her third year of college and is excited about her future. She is also worried about not getting her diploma and living without social media.

    SourcesLa Croix

  40. 40
    cath.ch publishes Yasmina Khadra interview
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    cath.ch

    Yasmina Khadra discusses Palestinian tragedy.

    Sourcescath.ch

  41. 41
    Atheist finds faith in convent
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Aleteia

    A book tells the story of an atheist who finds faith in a convent. The book is titled "Congé Paradis". The author describes their journey to faith.

    SourcesAleteia

  42. 42
    Dr Nicholas Briffa says learn to live with silence
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Newsbook

    He explains how he spends his days. He goes to mass at Santa Maria dei Servi church.

    SourcesNewsbook

  43. 43
    Valle Castellana Comune cuts gas price by 20 cents
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    Famiglia Cristiana

    Valle Castellana Comune takes over town's only gas station to keep it open. Gas now costs 20 cents less. Hundreds of drivers line up.

    SourcesFamiglia Cristiana

  44. 44
    Huwag sumunod sa agos ng mundo
    discussBishops6h ago
    CBCP News

    SourcesCBCP News

  45. 45
    France holds senatorial elections
    discussChurch & State6h ago
    La Croix

    The elections will take place on September 27, 2026. The balance of power is not expected to change.

    SourcesLa Croix

  46. 46
    DOMRADIO.DE reports on Diözesanmuseum Paderborn exhibit
    discussCulture6h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    An exhibit in Paderborn explores prophecies from ancient times to modern AI. Visitors can formulate their own questions. The exhibit is interactive.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  47. 47
    Are we ready to live like Christians of the First Century?
    discussDioceses6h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  48. 48
    “Peter” and “Satan”: the Two Names of the Pope
    discussVaticanNew5h ago
    OnePeterFive

    SourcesOnePeterFive

  49. 49
    Abbé Bernard Miserez preaches at Chapelle du Vorbourg
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    cath.ch

    Abbé Bernard Miserez preached at Chapelle du Vorbourg in Delémont. The event was broadcast by RTS.

    Sourcescath.ch

  50. 50
    Victoire Becquart cycles to Togo
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    CathoBel

    Victoire Becquart, a young journalist, cycled from Brussels to Togo to join an orphanage. She accomplished her project.

    SourcesCathoBel

  51. 51
    Ilzydora Hernández writes about vocations
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    The Texas Catholic

    She reflects on her childhood in Corpus Cristi. She is writing for The Texas Catholic.

    SourcesThe Texas Catholic

  52. 52
    Rock on Rocky Ground | One-Minute Homily
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    The Jesuit Post

    SourcesThe Jesuit Post

Saturday, August 29

5 stories · none yet corroborated
  1. 01
    Żagħżugħ ta’ 16-il sena iweġġa’ gravi f’inċident tat-traffiku
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Newsbook

    A 16-year-old boy was seriously injured in a traffic accident. The police were informed about the incident at around 10pm on Saturday.

    SourcesNewsbook

  2. 02
    Slovenska karitas collects funds for Nepal flood victims
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    Katoliška cerkev v Sloveniji

    Slovenska karitas is collecting funds to help people affected by floods and landslides in Nepal. The floods have caused over 500 deaths and left many without homes or belongings. Caritas Nepal is already on the ground providing aid. Slovenska karitas is calling for donations to support their efforts.

    SourcesKatoliška cerkev v Sloveniji

  3. 03
    Bishop Saje gives Mass at Zaplazu
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    Katoliška cerkev v Sloveniji

    Bishop Andrej Saje gave a Mass at Zaplazu for the sick and elderly. He emphasized the importance of being close to those who are suffering. He also thanked healthcare workers, priests, and volunteers for their care.

    SourcesKatoliška cerkev v Sloveniji

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV vede modlitbu Anděl Páně
    discussVatican8h ago

    Pope Leo XIV vedl modlitbu Anděl Páně v Castel Gandolfo.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV vedl modlitbu Anděl Páně v Castel Gandolfo. V úvodu se věnoval evangeliu dnešní liturgie.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    Catherine Pont-Humbert publishes book
    discussCulture8h ago
    La Croix

    Book is about love of words. Book is for back to school.

    SourcesLa Croix

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