At least 300 children have died in Gaza since the ceasefire in October 2025. Many residents live among ruins and debris. UNICEF reports one child dies daily.
SourcesVatican News
Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Diocese of Hallam- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
At least 300 children have died in Gaza since the ceasefire in October 2025.
Vatican News
- 02 discussVatican2h ago
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress 2026.
3 sources·Agenzia FidesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress 2026. He emphasized that Christian communicators must be disciples before becoming protagonists. They should build their identity through human and spiritual formation before creating a digital platform.
- 03 discussChurch & State2h ago
Colombia faces new violence despite a peace agreement.
Vatican News
Colombia faces new violence despite a peace agreement. The Church works for national reconciliation. Monseñor Héctor Fabio Henao explains.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussCatholic Life1d ago
Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood.
Agenzia Fides
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
- 05 discussDioceses2h ago
Bishop Villani will celebrate mass outdoors after the earthquake in Campi Flegrei.
Vatican News
Bishop Villani will celebrate mass outdoors after the earthquake in Campi Flegrei. Caritas opens support center for displaced people. The population suffers from lack of drinking water and social tensions.
SourcesVatican News
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Saturday, August 8
52 stories · 11 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV writes to Cardinal Pietro Parolin about the 900th anniversary of the return of Santa Agata's relics to Catania.
2 sources·Diocese of CataniaCanção Nova
Pope Leo XIV writes to Cardinal Pietro Parolin about the 900th anniversary of the return of Santa Agata's relics to Catania. The Pope highlights the martyr's testimony. The relics returned to Catania 900 years ago.
- 02 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
The beatification process has begun for American missionary Juan Tomis.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
The beatification process has begun for American missionary Juan Tomis. Tomis, a Bridgeport, Connecticut native, inspired Pope Leo XIV's vocation.
- 03 discussVaticanNew 1m ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7.
3 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will visit the Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel in Genazzano on September 7. He will preside over Mass on the eve of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. A painting depicting him praying before the image of the Virgin will also be unveiled.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo XIV has written a letter marking the 900th anniversary of the return of Saint Agatha's relics to Catania, Sicily.
2 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV has written a letter marking the 900th anniversary of the return of Saint Agatha's relics to Catania, Sicily. Cardinal Pietro Parolin has been appointed papal legate for the celebrations. The events will take place on August 16-17, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussReligious OrdersNew 54m ago
The Feast of St. Dominic is not the Dominicans' biggest feast day.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
The Feast of St. Dominic is not the Dominicans' biggest feast day. The August feast is still celebrated by Dominicans.
- 09 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Journalist Theresa Laurence wrote a book about Sr.
2 sources·National Catholic ReporterGlobal Sisters Report
Journalist Theresa Laurence wrote a book about Sr. Sandra Smithson, a Black Catholic nun. The book covers her life and battles against racism and educational neglect in Nashville. Sr. Smithson worked in Tennessee for over four decades.
- 10 discussVatican4h ago
Pope Leo XIV will meet with abuse survivors during his September visit to France.
2 sources·Archdiocese of AvignonVatican News
Pope Leo XIV will meet with abuse survivors during his September visit to France. The meeting will be private and survivors will participate in its preparation. He will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz.
- 11 discussVatican7h ago
The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design.
2 sources·Diocese of KontumLa Croix
The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design. This is the first time since 2014 that the Pope's image has been featured on Vatican euro coins. The new design is a departure from the previous choice.
SourcesDiocese of KontumLa Croix
- 16 discussChurch & State2h ago
Lebanon and Israel have made progress on border issues and prisoner return in Rome negotiations.
Vatican News
Lebanon and Israel have made progress on border issues and prisoner return in Rome negotiations. Talks are ongoing.
SourcesVatican News
- 20 discussVatican4h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit UNESCO in Paris.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will visit UNESCO in Paris. This is the first papal visit since 1980. UNESCO highlights agreements with the Catholic Church.
SourcesVatican News
- 24 discussVatican4h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit Genazzano on September 7, 2026.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will visit Genazzano on September 7, 2026. He will lead a worship service at the Basilica Santuario della Madre del Buon Consiglio. This is his second visit to the Augustinian shrine.
SourcesVatican News
- 25 discussEducation4h ago
SECAM gathered over 100 Catholic education professionals in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.
Vatican News
SECAM gathered over 100 Catholic education professionals in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. The conference aims to define a common vision for the future of Catholic education in Africa. It took place from August 6 to 8.
SourcesVatican News
- 26 discussVatican4h ago
Pope Leonas XIV will visit Genazzano on September 7.
Vatican News
Pope Leonas XIV will visit Genazzano on September 7. The town is located near Prenestinų mountains, 50 km southeast of Rome.
SourcesVatican News
- 28 discussVatican4h ago
Pope Leone XIV will preside a Mass at the Santuario della Madre del Buon Consiglio in Genazzano.
Vatican News
Pope Leone XIV will preside a Mass at the Santuario della Madre del Buon Consiglio in Genazzano. A painting of him will be inaugurated. The event occurs on the eve of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
SourcesVatican News
- 29 discussVatican4h ago
AMECEA
Pope Leo XIV appointed Fr. Kevin Otieno Mwandha as a Consultor for the Vatican's Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life. Fr. Mwandha expressed humility and desire to serve with discernment and courage. He will offer advice on matters affecting religious orders.
SourcesAMECEA
- 33 discussCatholic Life5h ago
AMECEA
Catholic University of Malawi students found long distances and medicine shortages affect Lupanga Village residents. Residents face financial constraints and travel far for free healthcare. The students presented their findings after a two-week community diagnosis.
SourcesAMECEA
- 38 discussChurch & State5h ago
AMECEA
Archbishop Alick Banda condemned escalating political violence ahead of Zambia's 2026 General Elections. He urged leaders and citizens to safeguard peace and uphold democratic values. The Archbishop called for impartial law enforcement and rejection of violence.
SourcesAMECEA
- 41 discussDioceses5h ago
Cardinal Reina comments on the Spin Time building seizure, affecting 400 people.
Vatican News
Cardinal Reina comments on the Spin Time building seizure, affecting 400 people. He says the Church will always support those suffering. Rome faces a serious problem of losing its identity.
SourcesVatican News
- 42 discussVatican5h ago
The Catholic Church in Mozambique bids farewell to Cardinal Dom Júlio Duarte Langa.
Vatican News
The Catholic Church in Mozambique bids farewell to Cardinal Dom Júlio Duarte Langa. A Mass was held in Maputo. The Apostolic Nuncio highlighted the cardinal's legacy of faith, peace, and reconciliation.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussCulture7h ago
Agenzia SIR
Italy dedicates a day to remember citizens who died working abroad, recalling the 1956 Marcinelle mining tragedy. The tragedy occurred in Belgium's Bois du Cazier mine. Italy marks this event annually on August 8.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 51 discussCulture7h ago
Agenzia SIR
Toni Ricciardi releases a book on Italian emigration. The book is titled 'Una Repubblica fondata sull’emigrazione. Marcinelle: storia e simbolo'. It marks the 70th anniversary of the Bois du Cazier tragedy and the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 52 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Patrick Körbs reflects on seeking silence to find peace.
Vatican News·Perspective
Patrick Körbs reflects on seeking silence to find peace. He suggests putting away distractions to make room for God. Körbs invites readers to try silence.
SourcesVatican News
Friday, August 7
5 stories- 01 discussReligious Orders7h ago
Sœur Jane Wakahiu spoke at the SIGNIS congress about Catholic Sisters' contributions.
Vatican News
Sœur Jane Wakahiu spoke at the SIGNIS congress about Catholic Sisters' contributions. She shared her experience with Sisters worldwide.
SourcesVatican News
- 02 discussVatican8h ago
Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'.
Vatican News
Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'. He sings 'Amor de Pai'.
SourcesVatican News
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