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Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu addressed newly ordained bishops in Rome, urging them to prioritize communion in their ministry and governance.
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu addressed newly ordained bishops in Rome, urging them to prioritize communion in their ministry and governance. He emphasized that a bishop is not bishop of one group or another, but of all. Communion should be a criterion of their government, shaping decisions on candidates, appointments, and resource allocation.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
Caritas Nepal is increasing its aid to reach up to 4,000 families following recent flash flooding.
Caritas Nepal is increasing its aid to reach up to 4,000 families following recent flash flooding. Caritas Internationalis Secretary General calls on the global community to care for the earth.
Brother Guy Consolmagno, S.J. is the Jesuit Scientist in Residence and McDevitt Visiting Scholar at Le Moyne College this Fall.
Brother Guy Consolmagno, S.J. is the Jesuit Scientist in Residence and McDevitt Visiting Scholar at Le Moyne College this Fall. He is from the Vatican Observatory.
SourcesVatican Observatory
Pope honors Robert Schuman. Schuman was a man of borders who became a builder of Europe.
The Pope honors Robert Schuman. Schuman was a man of borders who became a builder of Europe. He experienced the border as a place of tension and encounter.
Pope Leo XIV received members of the Conference of the Latin Bishops in the Arab Regions (CELRA) in an audience.
Pope Leo XIV received members of the Conference of the Latin Bishops in the Arab Regions (CELRA) in an audience. He addressed them, expressing his joy at welcoming them and conveying his greetings to the priests, consecrated persons, and faithful of their communities. The Pope acknowledged the challenges faced by the Churches in the Arab Regions, including political, social, and religious tensions, and the martyrdom of some of their members. He encouraged the bishops to be close to their people, to share in their sufferings, and to be a light for their communities. The Pope also emphasized the importance of the Church's mission, particularly in times of crisis, and urged the bishops to prioritize the essential aspects of the Church's life and mission, such as proclaiming the Gospel, prayer, and the sacraments.
SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore Romano
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 day's edition below, not here.
Nicaragua's Ortega-Murilla regime has approved constitutional reforms that bar the opposition from participating in elections.
Nicaragua's Ortega-Murilla regime has approved constitutional reforms that bar the opposition from participating in elections. The reforms have drawn opposition from exiled leaders, the United States, Costa Rica, and Peru. A human rights group has called the reforms a 'usurpation of power'.
A man attacked a priest during a parish Holy Hour in Massachusetts.
A man attacked a priest during a parish Holy Hour in Massachusetts. The priest, Father Peschel, suffered minor injuries. He urged prayers for his attacker.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
Diocese of Bùi Chu holds retreat on September 3-4, 2026.
Diocese of Bùi Chu holds retreat on September 3-4, 2026. Diocese of Lucera–Troia holds retreat on September 18, 2026.
Cardinal Blase J. Cupich of Chicago, two orders of Catholic nuns, and an Illinois pharmacist sued Illinois over the state's physician-assisted suicide law.
Cardinal Blase J. Cupich of Chicago, two orders of Catholic nuns, and an Illinois pharmacist sued Illinois over the state's physician-assisted suicide law. The law permits physicians to aid terminally ill adults in dying by suicide. The lawsuit follows an earlier one filed by Bishop Paprocki of Springfield, Ill.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic News AgencyOSV NewsThe LeavenThe Catholic SunNational Catholic Register
Deacon Michael McGinty is the new director of Catholic education and superintendent of schools for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis.
Deacon Michael McGinty is the new director of Catholic education and superintendent of schools for the Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis. Archbishop Bernard Hebda announced the appointment. Dr Debra Sayce will be the new Executive Director of Catholic Education Tasmania.
Catholic Charities has been responding to various disasters in the United States this summer.
Catholic Charities agencies have been responding to various disasters in the United States this summer. The disasters include floods, tornadoes, wildfires and a typhoon. Catholic Charities agencies have been providing aid to those affected.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
Cáritas Europa and over 200 organizations call on EU leaders to create a plan to abandon fossil fuels. The appeal demands immediate action to address the human and economic costs of the climate crisis. The organizations urge the EU to utilize its resources to implement a concrete plan.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
Parishioners of a Leawood parish serve at St. Mary’s Food Kitchen. The kitchen relies on volunteers. The people are generous in giving to those in need.
SourcesThe Leaven
The Archbishop has announced changes to The Leaven. The changes aim to make each edition relevant and meaningful to readers.
SourcesThe Leaven
St. John the Baptist’s bell rings again thanks to a convert and an electrical crew. It was a moment of joy.
SourcesThe Leaven
Retired priests live in a home. They are grateful. They are hardworking.
SourcesThe Leaven
Dr. Erin Vader has been named superintendent. She believes faith is at the heart of her work. Vader has many gifts.
SourcesThe Leaven
A coalition of pregnancy resource centers hosted its first major event. Many centers serve women and families with limited staff and funding.
SourcesThe Leaven
Germans establish strong roots in the archdiocese. The German language was spoken at St. Joseph for 80 years.
SourcesThe Leaven
Kyiv is under attack with missiles and drones arriving day and night. Father Jaroslaw Krawiec, superior of the Dominicans, says people are trying to maintain normalcy despite the attacks. Many families are spending the night in the metro and underground parking lots with tents and sleeping bags.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
Dähne discusses bürgerliche Politikkonzepte.
SourcesDie Tagespost
A mother has written to Kiko Argüello, founder of the Camino Neocatecumenal, after going to court and waiting two years for a response from the diocese. The mother has also waited over a week for a response from Argüello. The lack of response is seen as a response in itself.
SourcesReligión Digital
The archbishop betrays the core of the Gospel.
SourcesReligión Digital
The Focolare Movement promotes the Season of Creation 2026 with the theme "Living Water". The initiative begins on September 1st and ends on October 4th. It invites Christians to contemplate water and its representation of life, relationship, healing, hope, and God's love.
SourcesFocolare Movement
Dr Michael Down co-authored a position statement on risky play. The statement says risky play can help children build confidence, resilience and judgement. It was co-authored with other experts.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
Bishop Fernando García Cadiñanos, president of the Subcomisión para las Migraciones y la Movilidad Humana of the Conferencia Episcopal Española, comments on the use of charity. Over 75,000 people entered Spain via Ceuta on July 30, with nearly 200 dying by drowning.
SourcesVida Nueva
A Jakarta Catholic professionals’ retreat reframed personal branding through faith, authenticity, lifelong learning, fellowship and care for creation. The retreat was held in Jakarta. LiCAS News reported on the event.
SourcesLiCAS News
The Casa de Acogida San Antonio in Ceuta continues to shelter migrants who entered the city from Morocco. Over 75,000 people arrived in Ceuta in late July. The shelter provides a refuge for many of them.
SourcesVida Nueva
Bishop Stuart Hall was consecrated as Bishop of Australia’s Military Ordinariate at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne. The ceremony was attended by clergy, lay faithful, civic leaders, dignitaries and members of Australia’s defence force. Melbourne Archbishop Peter A Comensoli was the principal consecrator.
SourcesThe Record
The Dominican Sisters of Western Australia have adopted a new leadership structure. Bishop Michael Morrissey celebrated Mass for the sisters. The change will allow the sisters to continue their legacy.
SourcesThe Record
Personal Advocacy Service launches Belonging Beyond School, an initiative to support students with disability and their families. The initiative works in collaboration with Catholic Youth Ministry, Catholic Family and Justice Support Services, Identitywa and Catholic Education Western Australia. It aims to help students build relationships and discover their gifts.
SourcesThe Record
The article is titled “Restoring heart to a house of God”.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
Bishop Don Sproxton celebrated the 2026 Marriage Day Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral. He was joined by fellow Auxiliary Bishop Nelson Po and other priests. The Mass was a celebration of the growth of married couples.
SourcesThe Record
The St Vincent de Paul Society is warning Australians to be vigilant of scams that use artificial intelligence to impersonate trusted organisations. The society's National President, Mark Gaetani, says advances in AI are making scams more convincing. Scams are becoming more prevalent and complex, often targeting people who are experiencing hardship.
SourcesThe Record
The documentary explores the biblical roots and theological foundations of Christ’s kingship. It is available in English.
SourcesThe Record
Caritas Australia urges Australians to support communities devastated by catastrophic flooding in Nepal. Caritas Nepal expands emergency response to reach affected families. Hundreds of lives lost, thousands missing.
SourcesThe Record
The Archdiocese of Adelaide celebrates milestone wedding anniversaries across parish communities. Couples share their stories. The event takes place on Sunday 20 September.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
Dr Philippa Martyr reflects on why people stop attending Mass regularly. She suggests considering whether Catholics might be responsible.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
Fr Flader answers a question about the Rogationists. The Rogationists are a religious order. Their founder is St. Annibale Maria Di Francia.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
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