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  1. 01
    Archbishop Nwachukwu tells Catholic communicators to prioritize discipleship
    discussCatholic Life2h ago

    Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu addressed Catholic media professionals at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.

    Agenzia Fides

    Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu addressed Catholic media professionals at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. He emphasized that Catholic communicators are disciples before being influencers. The congress is being held from August 4 to 8.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  2. 02
    SECAM holds first preparatory meeting for 2028 Synodal Assembly
    discussBishops8h ago

    The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar held a meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.

    2 sourcesAMECEAVatican News

    The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar held a meeting in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Over 60 participants attended, representing seven Regional Episcopal Conferences. The meeting aimed to evaluate the synodal vision in the Church.

    SourcesAMECEAVatican News

  3. 03
    The International Year of Asteroid Awareness and Planetary Defense 2029
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Vatican Observatory

    SourcesVatican Observatory

  4. 04
    Sister Inês Paulo Albino addresses 2,400 children at National Congress
    discussCatholic Life9h 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

  5. 05
    SIGNIS elects new leaders in Africa and worldwide
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    SIGNIS renewed its leadership at the African and global levels during the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsArchdiocese of Juba

    SIGNIS renewed its leadership at the African and global levels during the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. Over 200 Catholic journalists and media professionals attended. Women now hold a majority on the board for the first time.

    SourcesVatican NewsArchdiocese of Juba

  6. 06
    Caritas continues distributing humanitarian aid: “We cannot reach everyone, but we want to remain close to those most in need”
    discussBishops9h ago
    Agenzia Fides

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

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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 Diocese of Robe · Diocese of Awasa · Diocese of Hosanna
    1. Archbishop Tesfaye elected President of Ethiopia Bishops' Conference
    2. Two Priests, Religious in Africa Appointed Consultors of Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life
    3. Cardinal Kambanda: Media can heal Rwanda
  2. America OSV News · The Catholic Sun · National Catholic Register
    1. Judge allows survivors to add parishes, schools to Diocese of Burlington bankruptcy
    2. CLINIC criticizes Trump's birthright-citizenship order
    3. Texas Children's Hospital fined $10 million
  3. Asia CBCP News · Eparchy of Adiabene · Archeparchy of Arbil, Erbil
    1. Vatican envoy calls Mindoro's first bishop a 'martyr'
    2. Fr. Qais Mumtaz speaks at Vocation Camp
    3. Justice sought for Paris-based aid agency staff killed in Sri Lanka
  4. Europe Knisja Maltija · Diocese of Metz · Catholic News Agency
    1. Archdiocese holds Mass & Rosary
    2. Pope Leo XIV to visit Poland
    3. Bishop Paul Mason opposes puberty blockers trial
  5. Oceania The Catholic Leader · Archdiocese of Mount Hagen · Archdiocese of Port Moresby
    1. Deacons on mission in the world
    2. Two Salesians Ordained Priests on the Feast of the Transfiguration: An African and a Papua New Guinean – A Sign of the New Missionary Face of the Church
    3. Building a ‘civilisation of love’ – Australian bishops call out wounds of polarisation in social justice statement

Friday, August 7

57 stories · 22 corroborated
  1. 01
    Judge allows survivors to add parishes, schools to Diocese of Burlington bankruptcy
    discussDiocesesNew 54m ago

    A judge permits abuse survivors to pursue adding Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools to the Diocese of Burlington bankruptcy case.

    2 sourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    A judge permits abuse survivors to pursue adding Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools to the Diocese of Burlington bankruptcy case. The Diocese of Burlington faces a new chapter in its bankruptcy. Abuse survivors seek to add schools and parishes to the case.

    SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  2. 02
    CLINIC criticizes Trump's birthright-citizenship order
    discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago

    The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship.

    2 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

    The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship. US Catholic bishops are reviewing the order.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

  3. 03
    Texas Children's Hospital fined $10 million
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago

    Texas Children's Hospital was fined for performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors.

    2 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

    Texas Children's Hospital was fined for performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors. The hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims and fund a detransition clinic.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

  4. 04
    Senate passes Russia sanctions bill
    discussChurch & State2h ago

    The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

    The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche. A key swing vote senator offered support for the nomination.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

  5. 05
    Archbishop Hicks resumes public ministry after eye surgery
    discussBishopsNew 53m ago

    Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July.

    3 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI Prensa

    Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July. He returned to St. Patrick's Cathedral to celebrate Mass for the profession of vows of the Sisters of Life.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI Prensa

  6. 06
    Archbishop Tesfaye elected President of Ethiopia Bishops' Conference
    discussBishops3h ago

    Archbishop Tesfaye was elected President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Ethiopia at the 60th Regular Annual Assembly.

    5 sourcesDiocese of RobeDiocese of AwasaDiocese of Hosanna+2

    Archbishop Tesfaye was elected President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Ethiopia at the 60th Regular Annual Assembly. The assembly was held in Addis Ababa. Archbishop Tesfaye is the new president.

    SourcesDiocese of RobeDiocese of AwasaDiocese of HosannaDiocese of HararDiocese of Gambella

  7. 07
    Todd Blanche commits to protecting pro-life state laws
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago

    US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws. This commitment was reported in recent news.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  8. 08
    Cáritas Italiana meets CEV, Cáritas Venezuela on earthquake aid
    discussBishops5h ago

    Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes.

    2 sourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

    Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes. They met with CEV presidency and Cáritas Venezuela team. The team presented their humanitarian response and solidarity campaign 'Tras el temblor, el amor'.

    SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

  9. 09
    Msgr. Rossetti resumes deliverance ministry
    discussDioceses3h ago

    Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry.

    5 sourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend+2

    Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home Diocese of Syracuse, New York. The ministry is separate from his exorcist role.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  10. 10
    Archbishop: Seoul hosts World Youth Day 2027
    discussVatican2h ago

    Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV.

    2 sourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

    Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV. The event aims to be a celebration of hope. Preparations are in full swing.

    SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

  11. 11
    Pope León XIV to visit Argentina
    discussVatican3h ago

    The Dioceses of Salta and Mercedes–Luján share a prayer for the visit.

    3 sourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaReligión Digital

    The Dioceses of Salta and Mercedes–Luján share a prayer for the visit. Archbishop García Cuerva invites spiritual preparation. León XIV's mission is to confirm faith, strengthen hope, and promote peace.

    SourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaReligión Digital

  12. 12
    Milicianos shoot Sacred Heart statue
    discussCulture3h ago

    Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago.

    3 sourcesCatholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic Register

    Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago. The site was later retaken by Nationalist forces. A Mass of reparation was held.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic Register

  13. 13
    Blanche signals Trump admin to restrict mifepristone mail
    discussLife & Family4h ago

    Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail.

    5 sourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend+2

    Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail. This was announced on a call with a Protestant Christian ministry. The administration will put practices and policies in place to stop the shipment.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  14. 14
    Baltimore Archdiocese suspends Deacon Kenneth Goedeke
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago

    Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for solicitation of a minor.

    3 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyThe Pillar

    Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for solicitation of a minor. The Baltimore Archdiocese suspended him from ministry. He allegedly arranged a meeting with a person he believed to be a 15-year-old boy.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyThe Pillar

  15. 15
    CNBB highlights family vocation in Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia
    discussLife & Family6h ago

    The CNBB highlights 7 points on family vocation from Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia.

    2 sourcesCNBBDiocese of Itabira–Fabriciano

    The CNBB highlights 7 points on family vocation from Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia. The documents offer insights on family life. The CNBB is celebrating 45 years of Familiaris Consortio and 10 years of Amoris Laetitia.

    SourcesCNBBDiocese of Itabira–Fabriciano

  16. 16
    Pope Leo XIV to visit Poland
    discussVatican4h ago

    Poland prepares for possible papal visit.

    3 sourcesDiocese of MetzCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    Poland prepares for possible papal visit. No date set. Polish government and bishops' conference are jointly preparing.

    SourcesDiocese of MetzCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  17. 17
    Catholic Scouting prays for America's future
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    Catholic Scouting America members prayed for the country's future during the month of July.

    3 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    Catholic Scouting America members prayed for the country's future during the month of July. They marked the US 250th birthday with a novena prayer. The prayer is a patriotic petition for the country.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  18. 18
    Vatican Secretary of State tells Mexican President: Pope eager to visit Mexico
    discussVatican4h ago

    Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico, rekindling hopes of a papal visit.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico, rekindling hopes of a papal visit. The Pope is 'very eager to come to Mexico'.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  19. 19
    Bishop Edinson Farfán Córdova starts beatification of Juan Tomis
    discussDioceses4h ago

    The Diocese of Chiclayo will begin the beatification and canonization process of Juan Tomis Stack.

    2 sourcesACI PrensaACI Digital

    The Diocese of Chiclayo will begin the beatification and canonization process of Juan Tomis Stack. Bishop Edinson Farfán Córdova made the announcement. Tomis had an impact on the life of Pope León XIV.

    SourcesACI PrensaACI Digital

  20. 20
    Vatican presents Catholic Universities Art Triennial
    discussEducation6h ago

    The Dicastery for Culture and Education presents the Catholic Universities Art Triennial, an international initiative.

    3 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamReligión Digital

    The Dicastery for Culture and Education presents the Catholic Universities Art Triennial, an international initiative. The triennial brings together universities from around the world to explore the role of art in addressing global issues. It is titled 'Exercises in Empathy'.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamReligión Digital

  21. 21
    Franciscans martyred in Peru 35 years ago
    discussReligious Orders7h ago

    Conventual Franciscan Fathers Michal Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski were killed by Shining Path guerrillas.

    2 sourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

    Conventual Franciscan Fathers Michal Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski were killed by Shining Path guerrillas. They refused to abandon the people they served. Their legacy endures 35 years later.

    SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

  22. 22
    Pope León XIV visits Argentina, Uruguay, Peru
    discussVatican5h ago

    Pope León XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17.

    7 sourcesDiocese of São José dos CamposArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican News+2

    Pope León XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. The visit is seen as a significant event for Catholics in the region. The Pope's message is expected to focus on the dimension of faith.

    SourcesDiocese of São José dos CamposArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican NewsDiocese of LimaDiocese of Salta

  23. 23
    Persevere in doing good
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    Focolare Movement

    SourcesFocolare Movement

  24. 24
    Archdiocese holds Mass & Rosary
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago
    Knisja Maltija

    The Archdiocese is holding a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event includes prayer for Spiritual Communion.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  25. 25
    In Prayerful Remembrance of the Faithful Departed Entrusted to Our Care During the Month of July
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    The Catholic Sun

    SourcesThe Catholic Sun

  26. 26
    Deacons on mission in the world
    discussBishops2h ago
    The Catholic Leader

    SourcesThe Catholic Leader

  27. 27
    ‘It is good for us to be here’: A reflection on the transfiguration of Jesus
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    The Catholic Spirit

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

  28. 28
    ‘Heaven in Stone and Glass’: New Documentary Rises From the Ashes of Notre Dame
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  29. 29
    Moroccan archbishop says surprise Ceuta crossing reflects complex landscape
    discussBishops2h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  30. 30
    Clarksville parishioners named Knights of Columbus Family of the Year
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Catholic Review

    Parishioners of St. Louis in Clarksville received the Knights of Columbus International Family of the Year award. The award recognizes their service to the church and community. They have supported the pro-life movement for decades.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  31. 31
    St. Charles Borromeo Students Continue To Grow Through Summer Journey
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  32. 32
    Bishop Dolan celebrates Mass and Rite of Investiture
    discussBishops3h ago
    The Catholic Sun

    SourcesThe Catholic Sun

  33. 33
    Two Priests, Religious in Africa Appointed Consultors of Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life
    discussVatican4h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  34. 34
    Obituary: Sr. Margaret Charles Kociolek, OP
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  35. 35
    St. Therese of Corcoran residents create wooden monstrance
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    The Catholic Spirit

    Residents of St. Therese of Corcoran made a wooden monstrance for their chapel. Deacon John Wallin helped with the project. The chapel previously lacked a monstrance.

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

  36. 36
    Obituary: Sr. Mildred Haipt, OSU
    discussEducation5h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  37. 37
    1976 Eucharistic Congress showcases Catholic diversity
    discussLiturgy6h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    The 1976 International Eucharistic Congress in Philadelphia drew hundreds of thousands. Its heritage liturgies remain a notable example of Catholic diversity and unity in the US. The event highlighted the Church's diversity.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  38. 38
    How grief made Archbishop García-Siller a prophetic voice on immigration
    discussVatican5h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

  39. 39
    Lama Yeshe teaches on Buddha of Compassion
    discussCulture6h ago
    Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio

    Lama Thubten Yeshe gives a commentary on a practice composed by the XIV Dalai Lama. The teaching is from 1976.

    SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio

  40. 40
    La testimonianza che risveglia le vocazioni
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Istituto Cavanis Congregazione delle Scuole di Carità

    SourcesIstituto Cavanis Congregazione delle Scuole di Carità

  41. 41
    Lacy Apfelbeck shares healing ministry
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Spirit

    Lacy Apfelbeck's Edge of the Red Sea Ministry helps families find physical, emotional and spiritual healing. The ministry is based in St. Francis. Apfelbeck discusses care for the mind.

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

  42. 42
    Spanish bishops, church officials condemn politicization of Ceuta migrant crisis
    discussVatican6h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

  43. 43
    Father Koch: The Lord Brings Us Peace in the Midst of Turmoil
    discussChurch & State6h ago
    The Monitor

    SourcesThe Monitor

  44. 44
    NYU Catholic Center Priest Leads Young Adult Mass at St. Patrick’s Cathedral
    discussDioceses6h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  45. 45
    Cat ladies have something to teach us about selflessness
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    U.S. Catholic

    SourcesU.S. Catholic

  46. 46
    Bishop Paul Mason opposes puberty blockers trial
    discussLife & Family7h ago
    Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

    Bishop Paul Mason voices opposition to a puberty blockers trial. A High Court judge ruled children as young as 11 can participate. The trial is controversial.

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

  47. 47
    The Friday Pillar Post - August 7, 2026
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  48. 48
    72 Hours — R (O)
    discussCulture7h ago
    The Catholic Spirit

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

  49. 49
    Reading: It’s good for your soul
    discussCulture6h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  50. 50
    Oblates hold Summer Bond Camp for 100 children
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Oblate di Nazareth

    The Oblates held a week-long Summer Bond Camp in Belize City. 40 volunteers supported the camp, which served 100 children. The camp was held at Swift Hall, St. Martin's.

    SourcesOblate di Nazareth

  51. 51
    DCMS upgrades Ashton-in-Makerfield church to Grade II*
    discussCulture7h ago
    Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

    The Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport has upgraded a Catholic church in Ashton-in-Makerfield to Grade II* listed status. The church was built between 1925-1930 and is considered one of the finest early-20th century churches in England.

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

  52. 52
    Request for white bishop sparks outrage and debate in Angola
    discussBishops6h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  53. 53
    Diocesan-wide listening sessions on the sacraments set to kick off
    discussBishops7h ago
    The Catholic Sun

    SourcesThe Catholic Sun

  54. 54
    Catholic charity tells Crux Now the British government must do more to protect seafarers
    discussChurch & State7h ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  55. 55
    What my vegetable garden has taught me about life and God
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  56. 56
    Cardinal Kambanda: Media can heal Rwanda
    discussChurch & State8h ago
    AMECEA

    Cardinal Antoine Kambanda spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. He reflected on media's role in the 1994 genocide and its potential for healing. Catholic media outlets have supported trauma healing and reconciliation in Rwanda.

    SourcesAMECEA

  57. 57
    The work ethic incarnate
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    Catholic Review

    SourcesCatholic Review

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