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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Agenzia SIR · L'Osservatore Romano- 02 discussLiturgy16h ago
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation.
Agenzia Fides
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation. They emphasized the need for a rigorous understanding of inculturation, warning against adding elements that obscure the mystery. The congress saw 112 participants from 11 African countries.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussVatican1d ago
Pope Leo XIV has sent 100,000 euros to the Catholic Church in Colombia to aid those affected by the August 10 earthquake.
10 sources·13 reports·Agenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano+2
Pope Leo XIV has sent 100,000 euros to the Catholic Church in Colombia to aid those affected by the August 10 earthquake. The donation will be used to address the most urgent needs of the affected communities. The earthquake has caused widespread damage and loss of life in several cities in western Colombia.
SourcesAgenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoChierici Regolari TeatiniDiocese of Cúcuta
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew26m ago
The 55-meter statue in Konotopie, Poland was blessed on August 15.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsGość Niedzielny
The 55-meter statue in Konotopie, Poland was blessed on August 15. Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski said it will serve as a place of prayer. The monument is meant to direct people's thoughts toward God.
SourcesVatican NewsGość Niedzielny
- 05 discussVatican1d ago
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesTK KBS
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country. The earthquake caused widespread destruction and loss of life. The societies are inviting their network to unite in prayer and express solidarity with the affected populations.
SourcesAgenzia FidesTK KBS
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Francis celebrated the Assumption at St. Thomas Villanova parish in Castel Gandolfo.
Vatican News
Pope Francis celebrated the Assumption at St. Thomas Villanova parish in Castel Gandolfo. He expressed joy in celebrating with the community. The event took place on August 15.
SourcesVatican News
The Church throughout the world
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Saturday, August 15
45 stories · 10 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew56m ago
Pope León XIV has appointed Angelo Accattino as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Colombia.
2 sources·Conferencia Episcopal de ColombiaVida Nueva
Pope León XIV has appointed Angelo Accattino as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Colombia. Accattino is an Italian archbishop and was previously Nuncio to Tanzania. He will serve as the new Nuncio in Colombia.
- 02 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV prayed to Mary for people suffering in war-torn nations, including Ukraine and Russia, and for those affected by a recent earthquake in Colombia.
3 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsFamiglia CristianaDOMRADIO.DE
Pope Leo XIV prayed to Mary for people suffering in war-torn nations, including Ukraine and Russia, and for those affected by a recent earthquake in Colombia. He also prayed for persecuted Christians. The Pope made the prayer during the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo.
- 03 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 15, 2026.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 15, 2026. He reflected on Mary's Assumption into heaven. The prayer was held in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Assumption at Castel Gandolfo.
4 sources·12 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Assumption at Castel Gandolfo. He prayed for suffering nations and persecuted Christians. The Pope reflected on the iconography of the Assumption, highlighting the central truth of Christ leading humanity to eternal life.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, causing 288 deaths and 4,018 injuries.
2 sources·Vatican NewsConferencia Episcopal de Colombia
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, causing 288 deaths and 4,018 injuries. Cáritas Colombia is coordinating the Church's response. Thousands are left homeless, with schools and public buildings turned into temporary shelters.
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo.
3 sources·5 reports·Vatican NewsACI StampaCatholic News Agency
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo. He emphasized that true beauty is found in love and the light of the Risen Lord. The pope urged the faithful to reject consumerist standards in favor of love.
- 07 discussVaticanUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo.
8 sources·16 reports·Diocese of Bragança PaulistaVatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo. He emphasized that love is humanity's most beautiful adornment and leads us toward Heaven. The Pope highlighted the importance of true beauty and charity.
- 08 discussCatholic LifeUpdated3h ago
Catholics gathered at TTHH Đức Mẹ Giang Sơn to celebrate the Assumption of Mary.
2 sources·Diocese of Ban Mê ThuôtThe Catholic Thing
Catholics gathered at TTHH Đức Mẹ Giang Sơn to celebrate the Assumption of Mary. The feast is a significant event in the Catholic Church.
- 09 discussCatholic LifeUpdated1h ago
Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski consecrated a 55-meter tall Marian statue in Konotopie, Poland.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski consecrated a 55-meter tall Marian statue in Konotopie, Poland. The statue is intended to be a place of prayer. It is Europe's tallest Marian statue.
SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
- 10 discussVaticanUpdated1m ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a Holy Mass in Castel Gandolfo.
25 sources·29 reports·The Holy SeeArchdiocese of HuêDiocese of Bragança Paulista+3
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a Holy Mass in Castel Gandolfo. He reflected on the mystery of Mary's assumption into heaven. The Mass was part of the festivities for the feast day.
SourcesThe Holy SeeArchdiocese of HuêDiocese of Bragança PaulistaDiocese of MilanoArchdiocese of RennesDiocese of Jakarta
- 14 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
A 55m statue of Our Lady of Mercy was consecrated in Konotopie, Poland.
Vatican News
A 55m statue of Our Lady of Mercy was consecrated in Konotopie, Poland. Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski led the ceremony. The statue is intended as a place of prayer.
SourcesVatican News
- 17 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption. The mass took place on 15 August 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 18 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Bato misáto bazuaki etúmbu ya liwa babomaki bangó.
Vatican News
Bato misáto bazuaki etúmbu ya liwa babomaki bangó. Ezali likambo ya yambo na ekóló úto mibú zómi. Úta ebándeli ya mobú, bato 22 bazuaki etúmbu ya liwa babomaki bangó.
SourcesVatican News
- 21 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
Magyar Kurír
Pécsi Egyházmegye holds annual pilgrimage on August 15. Rosner Zsolt explains the tradition.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 22 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Pope Leão XIV spoke on the Assunção de Maria. He emphasized love as the most beautiful human ornament. He encouraged seeking sublimity in the Mystery celebrated in others.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 24 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
Religión Digital
An earthquake damaged a church in Albaicín, Granada. Bishop Gil Tamayo prayed for those affected. He asked for protection from the Virgin.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 27 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Thousands of people participate in foot pilgrimages to Jasna Góra in Poland.
Vatican News
Thousands of people participate in foot pilgrimages to Jasna Góra in Poland. The pilgrimages are a sign of faith and community. They reach their peak on August 15.
SourcesVatican News
- 30 discussDiocesesNew4h ago
The Diocese of Bougainville celebrates 125 years of Catholic mission presence.
Vatican News
The Diocese of Bougainville celebrates 125 years of Catholic mission presence. The celebration honors generations of missionaries and faithful who supported the Church during war, conflict, and social change.
SourcesVatican News
- 31 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Vida Nueva
Pope León XIV presided over Mass at the Pontifical Parish of Santo Tomás de Villanueva. He reflected on true beauty in his homily. The Mass was held in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 32 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Father Gaetano Mazzoleni, a Consolata missionary, died on August 14, 2026, in Italy.
Vatican News
Father Gaetano Mazzoleni, a Consolata missionary, died on August 14, 2026, in Italy. He dedicated 45 years to indigenous peoples in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. He defended their identity, culture, and territory.
SourcesVatican News
- 33 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
Afghanistan faces humanitarian crisis.
Vatican News
Afghanistan faces humanitarian crisis. Elena Noacco, cofounder of NOVE Caring Humans, appeals for international aid. The country struggles with economic crisis and natural disasters.
SourcesVatican News
- 34 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Evangelical pastor Andreas Tschurn is running for the Left party in Sachsen-Anhalt's state election. He is competing against AfD candidate Hans-Thomas Tillschneider. Tschurn is leaving his pulpit for a campaign stand.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 36 discussCultureNew4h ago
Niedziela
Prezydent Karol Nawrocki paid tribute to soldiers who defended Poland's independence in 1920. He spoke at a memorial appeal on the eve of Poland's Army Day. The president also mentioned the role of military chaplaincy in caring for the military necropolis.
SourcesNiedziela
- 37 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
National Catholic Reporter
Grammy-winning rap music producer Cam Obi converted to Catholicism at the Easter Vigil. He has been on a spiritual journey for several years.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 38 discussCultureNew4h ago
National Catholic Reporter
Bubba Weiler's off-Broadway show 'The Saviors' features two altar servers questioning Catholicism. The play explores their encounter with a homeless man in church.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 40 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
Peruvians from various social, ethnic, labor, and religious backgrounds demand rights and dignity.
Vatican News
Peruvians from various social, ethnic, labor, and religious backgrounds demand rights and dignity. A declaration will be given to Pope León XIV during his visit. The document denounces democracy deterioration, authoritarianism, and corruption.
SourcesVatican News
- 42 discussEducationNew5h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Luís Miguel Figueiredo Rodrigues, director of the Faculdade de Teologia, warns about the need for human relations and silence. He says that human relations are the antidote to the deviations of artificial intelligence. Rodrigues defends the importance of silence in a world dominated by technology.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 43 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Dr. Patrick Körbs writes about the concept of belonging.
Vatican News·Perspective
Dr. Patrick Körbs writes about the concept of belonging. He references the great faith of the Canaanite woman in the Gospel of Matthew. The article is part of the 'Unser Sonntag' series.
SourcesVatican News
- 44 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Famiglia Cristiana·Perspective
Giuseppe Bruni creates custom shirts for popes, cardinals, and celebrities in his Martina Franca atelier. He has made shirts for popes including Benedict XVI. Bruni feels immense joy knowing his creations are worn under papal attire.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 45 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Global Sisters Report·Perspective
Consuelo Vélez reexamines the encounter between Jesus and the Canaanite woman. She sees it as a scene where a foreign woman takes a stand and changes Jesus' perspective. Vélez invites readers to recognize the prophetic power of women's words.
SourcesGlobal Sisters Report
Friday, August 14
12 stories- 01 discussReligious Orders6h ago
S. Dorotea , Figlie dei Sacri Cuori
Suore Maestre di S. Dorotea held Mese Intensivo, a month of spiritual growth. They deepened their spirituality as Figlie dei Sacri Cuori.
- 02 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Congo-Brazzaville marks Assumption and independence with consecration to Mary.
Vatican News
Congo-Brazzaville marks Assumption and independence with consecration to Mary. Archbishop Bienvenu Manamika Bafouakouahou highlights spiritual foundation.
SourcesVatican News
- 03 discussVatican6h 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 and prays with the audience. The program airs every Sunday.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussChurch & State6h ago
Gość Niedzielny
Iranian authorities have not decided to return to negotiations with the US. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragczi stated that exchanging messages through intermediaries does not mean conducting a dialogue.
SourcesGość Niedzielny
- 06 discussVatican7h ago
Vatican News releases an audiobook of John Paul II's 2002 apostolic letter on the rosary.
Vatican News
Vatican News releases an audiobook of John Paul II's 2002 apostolic letter on the rosary. The letter was written 24 years ago.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussCulture8h ago
The Southern Cross
Fr Paul Samasumo reflects on the 2026 SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. The congress has concluded.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 08 discussReligious Orders8h ago
Rome Reports
Friends of the Bridegroom works to promote healing and vocations in US religious communities. The number of women entering consecrated life has declined since the 1960s. The organization aims to cultivate vocations on a diocesan level.
SourcesRome Reports
- 10 discussBishops10h ago
Matters India
Cardinal Anthony Poola called on citizens to safeguard freedom, justice and equality. He honored India's founders. India marked its Independence Day.
SourcesMatters India
- 11 discussReligious Orders10h ago
ACI Africa
Fr. Alex Mutahigwa Kalemba, a Rwandan priest, was found dead at the Apostles of Jesus Major Seminary in Nairobi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. A postmortem examination is pending.
SourcesACI Africa
- 12 discussVatican10h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
The Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary. Pio XII proclaimed it a dogma in 1950. It's a sign of hope for Christians.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
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