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  1. 01
    Leo XIV supports Kolumbia after earthquake
    discussChurch & State6h ago

    Kolumbia needs help after the earthquake.

    Vatican News

    Kolumbia needs help after the earthquake. Over 300 people died. John Orlando from Action Against Hunger (ACF) says that there are months of work ahead. He also emphasizes the importance of support from Leo XIV

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV leads Angelus
    discussVatican6h ago

    Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer at Castel Gandolfo.

    19 sources33 reportsThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

    Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer at Castel Gandolfo. He reflected on the Gospel and the Mystery of Jesus' Passion. The Pope encouraged dialogue with the Lord, even in times of confusion.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

  3. 03
    Kazakhstan Embassy to Holy See marks International Day against Nuclear Tests
    discussCulture1d 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 tells Society of St. Vincent de Paul that prayer and social justice are inseparable
    discussVaticanUpdated4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and emphasized the importance of prayer and social justice.

    18 sources32 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and emphasized the importance of prayer and social justice. He encouraged them to continue serving the poor and to deepen their spiritual lives. The Pope also thanked them for their witness to the faith and asked them to convey his greetings to those they serve.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    Pope quotes St Augustine on peace
    discussVatican8h ago

    The Pope quotes St Augustine on peace.

    Vatican News

    The Pope quotes St Augustine on peace. The Pope made the quote in a video. The video is on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Pope presides Mass, joins procession
    discussVatican1d 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

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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 · Diocese of Argentina · Diocese of Lima
    1. The girl on the diving board: A back-to-school reflection
    2. Pope Leo XIV leads Angelus prayer
    3. ‘Give Me Your Heart, O Mary’
  3. Asia LiCAS News · CBCP News
    1. Pope Leo urges aid for Nepal
    2. Diocese of Talibon prepares first synod
    3. Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao urges fair law enforcement
  4. Europe Knisja Maltija · Newsbook · cath.ch
    1. Knisja Maltija publishes Gospel of the day
    2. Is-Sależjani f'Malta jniedu appell għall-ġbir ta' fondi wara t-terremot devastanti fil-Kolombja
    3. cath.ch publishes desert wisdom series
  5. Oceania Catholic Outlook · CathNews Australia
    1. Interfaith food drive delivers vital support for Afghan refugees
    2. New bishop outlines mission for Military Ordinariate
    3. Vinnies joins Pope in praying for Nepal victims

Sunday, August 30

57 stories · 7 corroborated
  1. 01
    Archdiocese of Malta and KTO broadcast Mass and Rosary
    discussLiturgyUpdated44m ago
    2 sources3 reportsKnisja MaltijaKTO

    SourcesKnisja MaltijaKTO

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV leads Angelus prayer
    discussVatican7h ago

    Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer from the Pontifical Villa.

    2 sourcesDiocese of ArgentinaDiocese of Lima

    Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer from the Pontifical Villa. He asked the faithful to cultivate sincerity and docility in their faith life. He shared a message before reciting the prayer.

    SourcesDiocese of ArgentinaDiocese of Lima

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV urges release of Haiti hostages
    discussVatican7h ago

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

    4 sources9 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 the Angelus prayer from Castel Gandolfo.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  4. 04
    Spanish regional government spotlights Queen Isabella's sainthood cause
    discussBishops10h ago

    A Spanish regional government minister of culture highlighted Queen Isabella's beatification cause during a meeting with Archbishop Luis Argüello.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

    A Spanish regional government minister of culture highlighted Queen Isabella's beatification cause 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 AgencyCatholic World Report

  5. 05
    Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség holds general chapter
    discussReligious Orders11h 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

  6. 06
    Gunmen kill 1, wound 5 at techno party in Aarau
    discussCulture14h 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

  7. 07
    Archbishop Gallagher speaks to Vatican News
    discussVatican10h 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

  8. 08
    The girl on the diving board: A back-to-school reflection
    discussEducationNew4m ago
    Catholic Review

    SourcesCatholic Review

  9. 09
    Knisja Maltija publishes Gospel of the day
    discussLiturgyNew49m ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  10. 10
    Interfaith food drive delivers vital support for Afghan refugees
    discussDiocesesNew49m ago
    Catholic Outlook

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  11. 11
    Let’s Keep in Touch
    discussCatholic LifeNew49m ago
    Messenger of Saint Anthony

    SourcesMessenger of Saint Anthony

  12. 12
    New bishop outlines mission for Military Ordinariate
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  13. 13
    Vinnies joins Pope in praying for Nepal victims
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  14. 14
    Benefit payments to rise as interest rate concerns grow
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    CathNews Australia

    Benefit payments are set to increase next month. Concerns are growing about possible interest rate rises.

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  15. 15
    Is-Sależjani f'Malta jniedu appell għall-ġbir ta' fondi wara t-terremot devastanti fil-Kolombja
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Newsbook

    Is-Sależjani f'Malta qed jniedu appell għall-ġbir ta' fondi wara t-terremot devastanti fil-Kolombja. L-Iskola San Juan Bosco ġarrbet ħsarat kbar. Madwar 500 student u 50 membru tal-istaff ġew milquta.

    SourcesNewsbook

  16. 16
    Pope Leo urges aid for Nepal
    discussVaticanNew4h ago
    LiCAS News

    Pope Leo urges release of Haiti hostages, aid for Nepal after deadly floods. Hundreds killed and thousands missing in Nepal.

    SourcesLiCAS News

  17. 17
    cath.ch publishes desert wisdom series
    discussCultureNew4h 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

  18. 18
    cath.ch publishes La ferme où on aime Jésus sans en parler
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    cath.ch

    The publication is about a farm.

    Sourcescath.ch

  19. 19
    Meskó Zsolt writes and directs a mystery play for the 1000th anniversary of the Váci Egyházmegye
    discussDiocesesNew5h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    A mystery play will be performed on September 19 in Vác to celebrate the 1000th anniversary of the Váci Egyházmegye. The play, titled "Együtt építjük!", will be performed by parish communities and groups. Meskó Zsolt wrote and directed the play.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  20. 20
    Pastor Franz Meurer takes leave of his community in Höhenberg/Vingst
    discussDiocesesNew5h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Pastor Franz Meurer says goodbye to his community in Höhenberg/Vingst. Friends honor him with humorous contributions after the mass in St. Theodor.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  21. 21
    Team Gaudos wins 10th Post in Grand Masters category at Swiss Epic
    discussCulture7h ago
    Newsbook

    Team Gaudos competed in the Swiss Epic. The team won the 10th Post in the Grand Masters category.

    SourcesNewsbook

  22. 22
    Recep Tayyip Erdogan visits Chypre after 7 die in shipwreck
    discussCulture7h ago
    La Croix

    At least 7 people died in a shipwreck off the northern coast of Chypre. Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdogan is expected to visit the island.

    SourcesLa Croix

  23. 23
    Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff
    discussBishops7h ago
    Niedziela

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

    SourcesNiedziela

  24. 24
    Blessed Jerzy Popiełuszko murdered by Communist Regime in Warsaw
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Rome Reports

    Blessed Jerzy Popiełuszko was kidnapped, tortured and murdered by the Communist Regime in Warsaw in 1984. His body was found in the Vistula River. The priest's death became a symbol of the Solidarity Movement.

    SourcesRome Reports

  25. 25
    Nigerian Bishops decry ‘trail of terror’ after latest attacks
    discussBishops8h ago
    Crux

    An attack on any place of worship constitutes an attack on our collective humanity.

    SourcesCrux

  26. 26
    India’s bishops call for solidarity with neighbors
    discussBishops8h ago
    Crux

    India’s bishops call for solidarity with neighbors as the death toll from a Nepal-China disaster grows. The death toll rose to at least 734. More than 3,000 people are still missing.

    SourcesCrux

  27. 27
    ‘Give Me Your Heart, O Mary’
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  28. 28
    Juliana D’Alessandro named teacher of the year
    discussEducation9h 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

  29. 29
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers homily
    discussBishops9h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivered a homily. He celebrated a special day of thanksgiving. The first stone of the parish church was laid 100 years ago.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  30. 30
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers homily
    discussBishops9h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  31. 31
    Dar Bjorn raises over €200,000 in marathon
    discussCatholic Life9h 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

  32. 32
    Sacrosanctum Concilium: Artículo 63
    discussCulture8h ago
    Pray Tell

    SourcesPray Tell

  33. 33
    Not for destruction, but for life!
    discussVatican9h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  34. 34
    Thom Ryng walks 1000 miles for late wife
    discussCatholic Life9h 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

  35. 35
    French politicians return to campaign trail
    discussChurch & State9h ago
    La Croix

    French politicians return to campaign trail ahead of 2027 presidential election. Olivier Faure is expected to announce candidacy.

    SourcesLa Croix

  36. 36
    Rob Judge calls Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton a founding mother
    discussCatholic Life9h ago
    Aleteia

    Rob Judge, executive director of The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, calls Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton a founding mother of the USA. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton was born on August 28, 1774, and canonized on September 15, 1975.

    SourcesAleteia

  37. 37
    One simple way we can all be a little more like Dolly
    discussCatholic Life10h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  38. 38
    Pope Leo XIV visits France
    discussBishops10h ago
    La Croix

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

    SourcesLa Croix

  39. 39
    Ferences Világi Rend holds general chapter in Csíksomlyó
    discussReligious Orders10h 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

  40. 40
    When we think God is the one who is wrong …
    discussVatican10h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  41. 41
    Catholic leaders welcome new President of Bangladesh
    discussChurch & State10h ago
    Crux

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

    SourcesCrux

  42. 42
    Deon publishes third part of series
    discussEducation10h ago
    Deon

    The series is titled [PRL z perspektywy zakrystii - cz.3.] Witaj, szkoło!

    SourcesDeon

  43. 43
    Alex Borg says a serious government with a strong economy does not leave families and businesses in the dark
    discussChurch & State11h 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

  44. 44
    CN Agro shows creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo
    discussCulture11h 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

  45. 45
    Gang kill 47 in Haiti church
    discussChurch & State12h 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

  46. 46
    Halmai Tamás publishes poetry
    discussCulture11h ago
    Magyar Kurír

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

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  47. 47
    Bishop Erik Varden celebrates 100 years of Catholic Mass on Svalbard
    discussBishops9h 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

  48. 48
    Pope Leoni XIV leads Angelus prayer
    discussVatican10h ago

    Pope Leoni XIV led the Angelus prayer from Piazza della Libertà in Castel Gandolfo.

    5 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leoni XIV led the Angelus prayer from Piazza della Libertà in Castel Gandolfo. He warned against the temptation to think that God makes mistakes or is indifferent to his people. The Pope encouraged the faithful to follow the example of Peter and not interrupt the dialogue with God, but to listen humbly.

    SourcesVatican News

  49. 49
    Diocese of Arezzo Cortona and Sansepolcro holds catechetical conference
    discussEducation12h 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

  50. 50
    Diocese of Talibon prepares first synod
    discussDioceses13h 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

  51. 51
    Wspólnota Sant’Egidio holds meeting in Budapeszt
    discussCatholic Life13h 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

  52. 52
    Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao urges fair law enforcement
    discussBishops13h 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

  53. 53
    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation
    discussCatholic Life13h 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

  54. 54
    Catholic News Agency publishes story of couple’s marriage renewal
    discussLife & Family12h ago
    Catholic News Agency

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

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  55. 55
    Gérecz Imre OSB publishes liturgical notes
    discussLiturgy12h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    The notes are available on Magyar Kurír.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  56. 56
    Vatican News posts 2026.08.29 Highlights
    discussLiturgy14h 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

  57. 57
    Malta increases aid to vulnerable students by €30,000
    discussEducation12h ago
    Newsbook

    Malta has increased aid to vulnerable students by €30,000. The measure aims to ensure no child is left behind. Dr Abela commented on the initiative.

    SourcesNewsbook

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