Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas, emphasizes preserving human dignity in the age of AI. It encourages non-violent communication. Father Toni Potrebić discusses this in a series of episodes.
SourcesVatican News
Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Vatican Observatory · Diocese of Hallam- 01 discussVaticanNew 53m ago
Pope Leo XIV's first encyclical, Magnifica humanitas, emphasizes preserving human dignity in the age of AI.
Vatican News
- 03 discussVatican1d ago
The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event.
Vatican Observatory
The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event. The display allowed people to see and touch its shapes.
SourcesVatican Observatory
- 04 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
All tickets for Pope Francis' evening prayer vigil at Stade de France were reserved within the first hour.
Vatican News
All tickets for Pope Francis' evening prayer vigil at Stade de France were reserved within the first hour. The event is scheduled for September 25. Pope Francis will meet with youth.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussEducation3h ago
Catholic schools in Latin America provide education, welcome, and spiritual accompaniment to children and young people.
Agenzia Fides
Catholic schools in Latin America provide education, welcome, and spiritual accompaniment to children and young people. They aim to promote human development and social transformation. The Latin American and Caribbean Episcopal Council highlights education as a tool for this transformation.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussReligious Orders3h ago
Catholic Sisters are taking the lead in telling their own stories.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Catholic Sisters are taking the lead in telling their own stories. This is according to reports from Vatican News and the Diocese of Hallam.
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Tuesday, August 11
55 stories · 23 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew 42m ago
Pope Léon XIV will make his first apostolic visit to France from September 25 to 28, 2026.
3 sources·Diocese of NiceCathoBelLa Croix
Pope Léon XIV will make his first apostolic visit to France from September 25 to 28, 2026. The visit will include stops in Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes, and Metz. Free registrations are now open for individuals.
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
The Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Clare of Assisi on Aug.
2 sources·Catholic Star HeraldCatholic World Report
The Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Clare of Assisi on Aug. 11. She was the founder of the Poor Clares and a close friend of St. Francis of Assisi. Her life was marked by radical trust in God and profound Eucharistic devotion.
- 03 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Léon XIV will visit Maison Bakhita in Paris on September 26.
2 sources·Diocese of ChartresAleteia
Pope Léon XIV will visit Maison Bakhita in Paris on September 26. The event is part of his official visit to France. The Diocese of Chartres invites people to participate.
SourcesDiocese of ChartresAleteia
- 04 discussVaticanNew 48m ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed sorrow over the earthquake in Colombia, which killed over 100 people.
19 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed sorrow over the earthquake in Colombia, which killed over 100 people. He offered prayers for the victims and their families. The Pope also thanked rescue workers and invoked spiritual strength for the Colombian people.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussDioceses3h ago
The 10th Eucharistic Congress of Segue-me will be held from August 21 to 23 at Paróquia Santíssima Trindade in Anápolis.
2 sources·Diocese of AnápolisDiocese of Ipameri
The 10th Eucharistic Congress of Segue-me will be held from August 21 to 23 at Paróquia Santíssima Trindade in Anápolis. The event is expected to gather around 1300 people. It will be the 10th edition of the congress.
- 06 discussChurch & State3h ago
Conflicts in Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran continue.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Conflicts in Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran continue. Vatican News and Hallam Diocese report on the ongoing fighting. Multiple regions are affected.
- 08 discussCatholic Life2h ago
St. Clare of Assisi chose a life of poverty and devotion to Christ.
2 sources·Katholiek NieuwsbladOSV News
St. Clare of Assisi chose a life of poverty and devotion to Christ. Her lifestyle offered an alternative to wealth and power. St. Clare was inspired by St. Francis.
SourcesKatholiek NieuwsbladOSV News
- 09 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 8 new members to the Vatican's Council for the Economy.
14 sources·Konferencja Episkopatu PolskiCBCP NewsDiocese of Susa+3
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 8 new members to the Vatican's Council for the Economy. The new members include Cardinals Grzegorz Ryś, Ladislav Nemet, Jean-Paul Vesco, and Roberto Repole. The Pope also confirmed existing members, including Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator. The Council is responsible for overseeing the economic activities of the Holy See.
SourcesKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiCBCP NewsDiocese of SusaDiocese of TorinoDiocese of AlbaCatholic News Agency
- 10 discussReligious Freedom3h ago
Seminarian Lawrence Igbo and lay faithful Emmanuel Onwudi were released after an operation by security forces.
2 sources·Vatican NewsAgenzia Fides
Seminarian Lawrence Igbo and lay faithful Emmanuel Onwudi were released after an operation by security forces. The operation resulted in the arrest of three suspected bandits and the recovery of ransom money. Four AK-47 rifles and ammunition were also recovered.
SourcesVatican NewsAgenzia Fides
- 11 discussChurch & State3h ago
The Conselho Indigenista Missionário (Cimi) will launch its annual report on violence against indigenous peoples in Brazil.
2 sources·CNBBDiocese of São José dos Campos
The Conselho Indigenista Missionário (Cimi) will launch its annual report on violence against indigenous peoples in Brazil. The report will be released on Thursday at 14h30 at the Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) headquarters in Brasília. The event will be broadcast live on Cimi's YouTube channel.
- 12 discussReligious OrdersNew 40m ago
Juan José Rodríguez Ponce, a Jesuit priest, died in Valladolid.
2 sources·Alfa y OmegaReligión Digital
Juan José Rodríguez Ponce, a Jesuit priest, died in Valladolid. He served the Church of Madrid for 51 years. He was a member of the Compañía de Jesús.
SourcesAlfa y OmegaReligión Digital
- 14 discussCulture2h ago
A Damasco court found Bashar al-Assad guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity.
2 sources·Vatican NewsLa Croix
A Damasco court found Bashar al-Assad guilty of war crimes and crimes against humanity. He was sentenced to death in absentia. His brother Maher al-Assad also received the same sentence.
SourcesVatican NewsLa Croix
- 15 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
The Dicastery for the Service of Integral Human Development announced the theme for the 60th World Day of Peace on January 1, 2027: 'Disarming Technology, Serving Peace: Politics as…
6 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje
The Dicastery for the Service of Integral Human Development announced the theme for the 60th World Day of Peace on January 1, 2027: 'Disarming Technology, Serving Peace: Politics as Preventive Responsibility'. The theme focuses on the responsible use of technology for peace. The announcement was made on August 11, 2026.
- 16 discussCatholic Life6h ago
10 sources·Suore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine Maria+3
SourcesSuore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine MariaPiccole Ancelle dell'Immacolata ConcezioneSuore Figlie del Cuore Purissimo di MariaSuore Ancelle della Genitrice di Dio Vergine Immacolata Concezione
- 17 discussVatican2h ago
Pope confirms Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator of the Vatican's economic council.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
Pope confirms Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator of the Vatican's economic council. Marx has led the council since its founding. The council oversees the Vatican's administrative and financial structures.
SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
- 18 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leão XIV confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer as a member of the Council for the Economy.
3 sources·Vatican NewsCanção NovaACI Digital
Pope Leão XIV confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer as a member of the Council for the Economy. Scherer has been a member since 2020. The Council oversees the finances and administration of the Holy See and Vatican City.
- 19 discussDioceses6h ago
The Diocese of Viana and Angola's Provincial Government of Icolo and Bengo are hosting an annual Marian pilgrimage.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
The Diocese of Viana and Angola's Provincial Government of Icolo and Bengo are hosting an annual Marian pilgrimage. The pilgrimage is scheduled for early September at the Shrine of Our Lady of Muxima. The working group has confirmed readiness to host the event.
- 20 discussVaticanNew 30m ago
Pope Leo sent a message to 97-year-old Cardinal Ernest Simoni, who celebrated Mass in an Albanian former prison camp.
2 sources·Vatican NewsMagyar Kurír
Pope Leo sent a message to 97-year-old Cardinal Ernest Simoni, who celebrated Mass in an Albanian former prison camp. The cardinal had served 18 years of forced labor there. The message was about God's love.
SourcesVatican NewsMagyar Kurír
- 21 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Paul Vaughn told OSV News about his journey from evangelical to Catholic.
2 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News
Paul Vaughn told OSV News about his journey from evangelical to Catholic. He shared his meandering faith journey. Vaughn is a pro-life activist.
- 22 discussCulture4h ago
Andrzej Beya-Zaborski, a theater and film actor, died at 75.
2 sources·NiedzielaGość Niedzielny
Andrzej Beya-Zaborski, a theater and film actor, died at 75. He was known for his role as a police commander in the film series 'U Pana Boga...'. Beya-Zaborski was associated with the Białostocki Teatr Lalek.
SourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny
- 23 discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago
The Catholic Church in Ceuta, Spain, holds a prayer vigil for peace on the eve of the Assumption.
2 sources·Vatican NewsLa Croix
The Catholic Church in Ceuta, Spain, holds a prayer vigil for peace on the eve of the Assumption. The Apostolic Administrator, Ramon Valdivia, called for the vigil in response to the migration crisis. The community is asked to transform the crisis into a 'new cultural beginning'.
SourcesVatican NewsLa Croix
- 26 discussReligious Orders2h ago
Two Franciscan Sisters were assaulted during a robbery at the Paróquia Nossa Senhora da Assunção de Mecuburi mission.
Vatican News
Two Franciscan Sisters were assaulted during a robbery at the Paróquia Nossa Senhora da Assunção de Mecuburi mission. The Church confirms the assault, but denies reports of sexual violence. The incident occurred in the Archdiocese of Nampula.
SourcesVatican News
- 29 discussChurch & State2h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia.
Vatican News
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia. The Church is present through social pastoral care and Caritas. Father Raúl Ortiz Toro comments.
SourcesVatican News
- 30 discussCulture2h ago
Catholic Review
Catholic experts comment on security issues with AI developers Anthropic and OpenAI. They stress the need for greater human oversight. The Church's perspective is highlighted.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 32 discussVatican2h ago
Catholic Review
Pope Leo XIV calls for ceasefire and aid in Sudan. He also prays for victims in Ukraine-Russia conflict. Innocent civilians are caught in the conflict.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 35 discussChurch & State3h ago
Abelardo de la Espriella leads prayer in Colombia.
Vatican News
Abelardo de la Espriella leads prayer in Colombia. The local Church is working for peace and reconciliation. Mgr Héctor Fabio Henao is involved.
SourcesVatican News
- 36 discussCatholic Life3h ago
Oblate di Nazareth
Sister Connie Tarallo lives with gratitude, community and love after losing her right leg. She has been a Sister for six decades. Her story is one of embracing life.
SourcesOblate di Nazareth
- 40 discussLife & Family4h ago
Agenzia SIR
Suore Minime di Santa Clelia Barbieri in Bologna found an abandoned baby in a Culla per la vita. They named her Maria Stella and called for help. The Culla per la vita is an extreme measure to protect infancy against abandonment and abortion.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 44 discussCulture2h ago
Catholic Review·Perspective
Catholic Review provides capsule reviews of theatrical movies available for streaming. Notes on TV programming are also included.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 46 discussReligious Orders5h ago
Catholic Sisters take the lead in telling their own stories.
Vatican News
Catholic Sisters take the lead in telling their own stories. Sr. Jane Wakahiu is featured. The story is available on YouTube.
SourcesVatican News
- 47 discussVatican5h ago
Pope appoints new members to the Vatican's economic council.
Vatican News
Pope appoints new members to the Vatican's economic council. Cardinal Reinhard Marx is confirmed as coordinator. New members include cardinals Grzegorz Ryś, Ladislav Nemet, Jean-Paul Vesco, and Roberto Repole.
SourcesVatican News
- 48 discussVatican5h ago
The Pope leads the Angelus and Rosary.
Vatican News
The Pope leads the Angelus and Rosary. The event is available on YouTube. It took place on August 11, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussVatican5h ago
Vatican News analyzes the impact of AI on labor and human intelligence.
Vatican News
Vatican News analyzes the impact of AI on labor and human intelligence. Augusto Cocorullo discusses the future of work.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussVatican5h ago
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś to the Council for Economy.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś to the Council for Economy. The Council is responsible for economic matters. The appointment was announced today.
SourcesVatican News
- 51 discussVatican5h ago
Klára Tomášiková spent 10 months as an intern at Vatican News.
Vatican News
Klára Tomášiková spent 10 months as an intern at Vatican News. She gained new journalistic and technical skills. She also experienced teamwork and had shared experiences.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV's 2027 peace message focuses on disarmament of technology.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV's 2027 peace message focuses on disarmament of technology. He urges the international community to avoid leaving military decisions to artificial intelligence and to establish binding agreements. The message is titled 'Die Technik entwaffnen, dem Frieden dienen. Politik als präventive Verantwortung'.
SourcesVatican News
- 54 discussVatican6h ago
Florian Kolfhaus, a former Vatican diplomat, died on August 6, 2026, at the age of 51.
Vatican News
Florian Kolfhaus, a former Vatican diplomat, died on August 6, 2026, at the age of 51. His funeral is set for August 14, 2026, in Straubing. Kolfhaus was a priest in the Diocese of Regensburg.
SourcesVatican News
- 55 discussBishops6h ago
Janira Hopffer Almada, President of the National Assembly, visited Bishop Ildo Fortes in Mindelo.
Vatican News
Janira Hopffer Almada, President of the National Assembly, visited Bishop Ildo Fortes in Mindelo. The meeting took place at the Episcopal Residence on São Vicente island. The visit occurred on Friday, August 7, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
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