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Bishop Pierre-André Dumas of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne calls for an end to massacres in Haiti.
Bishop Pierre-André Dumas of Anse-à-Veau and Miragoâne calls for an end to massacres in Haiti. He emphasizes that the Church cannot remain silent in the face of Haitian suffering. Haiti needs concrete and coordinated international aid, but above all, national awakening and a sense of responsibility for the common good.
SourcesVatican NewsGość Niedzielny
Paul Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China.
Paul Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China. He was appointed by Pope Leo XIV on August 10, following the approval of his candidacy under the framework of the Provisional Agreement between the Holy See and the People’s Republic of China. The ordination took place on August 31.
SourcesVatican News
Nepal faces health concerns after an earthquake.
Nepal faces health concerns after an earthquake. Over 900 are dead and many are still missing. The situation is worsened by poor sanitation and hygiene in affected areas.
Maddalena Boschetti, a missionary in Haiti since 2002, stays despite violence.
Maddalena Boschetti, a missionary in Haiti since 2002, stays despite violence. Her presence is a response to violence. She shares daily life with the population and stays with those in need.
SourcesVatican News
Bishop Bulus Yohanna of Kontagora has called for increased security measures at places of worship in Nigeria.
Bishop Bulus Yohanna of Kontagora has called for increased security measures at places of worship in Nigeria. He made the appeal after recent attacks on Muslim communities. The bishop stressed that an attack on any place of worship is a threat to the wider community.
SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News
The Holy Father has appointed Jean Abou Charouche as Apostolic Exarch for Melkite Greek Catholics in Argentina.
The Holy Father has appointed Jean Abou Charouche as Apostolic Exarch for Melkite Greek Catholics in Argentina. He was previously the Apostolic Administrator of the same circumscription. The Holy Father has also appointed Paolo Liu Honggang as bishop of Datong, China.
SourcesHoly See Press Office
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Bishop Paolo Liu Honggang is the sixth Chinese bishop ordained under Pope Leo XIV He is the third bishop ordained in China in two months.
Bishop Paolo Liu Honggang is the sixth Chinese bishop ordained under Pope Leo XIV He is the third bishop ordained in China in two months. The ordination is part of the Vatican-Beijing agreement.
SourcesACI PrensaCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Bishop Ángel Pérez Pueyo of Barbastro-Monzón threatens to resign if the Virgin of Torreciudad is not returned to its hermitage.
Bishop Ángel Pérez Pueyo of Barbastro-Monzón threatens to resign if the Virgin of Torreciudad is not returned to its hermitage. He demands Vatican control over the center's finances and pastoral activities.
SourcesVida NuevaReligión Digital
Paul Liu Honggang has been ordained bishop of Datong.
Paul Liu Honggang has been ordained bishop of Datong. Leo XIV approved his candidacy. The ordination was held on August 31.
SourcesVida NuevaInfoVaticana
Pope Leo XIV received the Commission of surveillance of the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza Foundation.
Pope Leo XIV received the Commission of surveillance of the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza Foundation. The Commission was established by a papal chirograph in May and is tasked with ensuring the continuity and future of the hospital founded by Padre Pio. The meeting was held at Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa
Cardinal Fernando Chomali invites young people to 'farm aura' with Christ.
Cardinal Fernando Chomali invites young people to 'farm aura' with Christ. He references a trend among youth to redirect their ambitions in life.
The Olomoucká arcidieáze launches the fifth pillar of Projekt Propojeni, focusing on the management of church property.
The Olomoucká arcidieáze launches the fifth pillar of Projekt Propojeni, focusing on the management of church property. The project aims to find ways to care for churches, rectories, chapels, and lands in a way that supports pastoral care and evangelization.
Caritas Nepal runs community kitchens and sources body bags as Nepal flood toll reaches 919.
Caritas Nepal runs community kitchens and sources body bags as Nepal flood toll reaches 919. Thousands remain unaccounted for.
SourcesLiCAS NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Heinrich Bedford-Strohm, moderator of the World Council of Churches, says Churches have the power to transform hearts on climate crisis. He spoke after the UN climate conference COP30. Recent floods in Nepal are an example of the consequences of climate change.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
Catholic Review announces a Catholic conference on end-of-life issues. The conference will take place at St. Louis in Clarksville. It will be held on Sept. 12.
SourcesCatholic Review
Cardinal Arlindo Furtado led a conversation in Mindelo, Cabo Verde, on the theme "Fazei tudo o que Ele vos disser".
Cardinal Arlindo Furtado led a conversation in Mindelo, Cabo Verde, on the theme "Fazei tudo o que Ele vos disser". The event was held at the pro-cathedral and attended by dozens of faithful and local Catholic community members.
SourcesVatican News
The Diocese of Marabá held the IX Simpósio Mariano, with over 800 participants.
The Diocese of Marabá held the IX Simpósio Mariano, with over 800 participants. The event was organized by the Evangelization Directorate of the Círio de Nazaré.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Francis sends financial aid to Nepal after devastating floods.
Pope Francis sends financial aid to Nepal after devastating floods. The floods have caused over 630 deaths and 3000 people are still missing.
SourcesVatican News
Vatican News reports on an exhibit about Ercolano in Roma.
Vatican News reports on an exhibit about Ercolano in Roma. The exhibit features over 70 artifacts and shows daily life in the ancient city. It is open until October 18.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV calls on humanity to support the gift of life. The Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference shares his message. The message coincides with the Season of Creation 2026.
Paul Liu Honggang was ordained bishop of Datong, China.
Paul Liu Honggang was ordained bishop of Datong, China. He was appointed by the Holy Father on August 10, 2026. He was born in Wufuying, near Taiyuan.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
He was previously Apostolic Administrator of the same circumscription.
He was previously Apostolic Administrator of the same circumscription. Paolo Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China.
SourcesHoly See Press Office
Algeria has deployed four Su-30 fighter jets to Niger after a failed military coup.
Algeria has deployed four Su-30 fighter jets to Niger after a failed military coup. The jets were sent to Air Base 101 in Niamey. The Algerian military also donated four helicopters and logistical support to the Nigerien armed forces.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
A fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad, killing 14 newborn babies.
A fire broke out in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit of the Pakistan Institute of Medical Sciences in Islamabad, killing 14 newborn babies. Christian nurse Razia Noreen rescued one baby. Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif recognized her actions with a civilian honor and cash award.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
Jesuits Global has published a report on young people and refugees. The report is titled “Young people and refugees: inhabiting the future by sharing a home today”.
SourcesJesuits Global
Wielki Orient Francji, a French Masonic organization, wants to limit Catholic schools. The organization's grand master, Guillaume Trichard, stated that private schools not under contract with the state have no place in the Republic. Secular groups are also demanding a reduction in public funding for private schools under contract with the state.
SourcesOpoka
Bishop Raphael Macebo Mabuza Ncube of the Hwange diocese reopened a historic mission between Victoria Falls and Bulawayo.
Bishop Raphael Macebo Mabuza Ncube of the Hwange diocese reopened a historic mission between Victoria Falls and Bulawayo. The mission had been closed for decades.
SourcesVatican News
The song was played during a peace mission. The mission was organized in Odessa, Ukraine.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
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