At least 500 people have been hospitalized in Yangon with symptoms of cholera. 149 rapid tests were positive, 9 cases confirmed by the national laboratory. The country has been divided by over five years of war, with millions displaced.
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From the Holy See
L'Osservatore Romano · Vatican News · Agenzia Fides- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
At least 500 people have been hospitalized in Yangon with symptoms of cholera.
2 sources·L'Osservatore RomanoVatican News
- 03 discussBishops1d ago
Nigerian Bishops are urging the faithful to participate in the 2027 general elections.
Agenzia Fides
Nigerian Bishops are urging the faithful to participate in the 2027 general elections. Bishop Dauwa Yohanna and Monsignor Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso warned against political apathy and encouraged Christians to obtain voter cards and vote. The Bishops stated that not voting is a defeatist mentality and that poor leadership has led to neglect, insecurity, and economic decline.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussEducationNew1h ago
Catholic schools in Rd Congo reopen despite Ebola threat.
L'Osservatore Romano
Catholic schools in Rd Congo reopen despite Ebola threat. The Ituri school network organizes to prevent students from losing a year.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 05 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Second Vatican Council and its documents.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV continues his catechesis series on the Second Vatican Council and its documents. He spoke about Sacrosanctum Concilium.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussChurch & State1d ago
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected with 60.49% of the vote.
Agenzia Fides
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected with 60.49% of the vote. The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops has called for transparency and respect for the rule of law amid tensions and allegations of violence. The bishops' statement expressed deep concern over the conduct of the general elections.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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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.
- Africa Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · ACI Africa
- America Catholic New York · CNBB · Diocese of São José dos Campos
- Asia CBCP News · Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences · Vatican News
- Europe The Irish Catholic · Diocese of Ostrava-Opava · Církev.cz
- Oceania The Catholic Leader · The Catholic Weekly · Catholic Outlook
Wednesday, August 19
56 stories · 12 corroborated- 01 discussEducationNew1h ago
The Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) opens inscriptions for the 11th National Course on Political Formation for Christians.
2 sources·CNBBDiocese of São José dos Campos
The Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) opens inscriptions for the 11th National Course on Political Formation for Christians. The course will take place from January 2027 to June 2028. Inscriptions are open until September 10, 2026.
- 02 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
The Diocese of Ostrava-Opava has released a new episode of its pOODcast series.
2 sources·Diocese of Ostrava-OpavaCírkev.cz
The Diocese of Ostrava-Opava has released a new episode of its pOODcast series. The guests are Jan and Marie Vrabcovi from Karlovy Studánky. They talk about a person who refused a primar position in exchange for not attending church.
- 03 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Pope accepts resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann of Speyer due to health reasons.
3 sources·DOMRADIO.DEACI StampaInfoVaticana
Pope accepts resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann of Speyer due to health reasons. Wiesemann had been bishop since 2008. The diocese is preparing for the 1000th anniversary of its cathedral in 2030.
- 04 discussLife & FamilyNew2h ago
Catholic bishops express concern over the expiration of TPS designations, citing safety concerns in affected countries.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Catholic bishops express concern over the expiration of TPS designations, citing safety concerns in affected countries. Bishop Brendan Cahill comments on the issue.
- 05 discussLiturgyNew1m ago
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of music in liturgy during his general audience.
11 sources·19 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of music in liturgy during his general audience. He emphasized that music is not just a decoration, but an integral part of the liturgical celebration. The Pope also highlighted the significance of Gregorian chant and the need for high-quality music in liturgy.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussBishopsNew40m ago
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Mariusz Kasperski, OMI, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina, Madagascar.
2 sources·Missionari Oblati di Maria ImmacolataVatican News
The Holy Father has appointed Fr. Mariusz Kasperski, OMI, as Auxiliary Bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina, Madagascar. He was previously Superior of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate community in Toamasina and Parish Priest of St. Eugenio de Mazenod in Tsarahonenana.
- 08 discussLiturgyNew11m ago
Pope Leo XIV reflects on sacred music in the liturgy, praising it for giving voice to prayer and expressing the faith.
9 sources·17 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV reflects on sacred music in the liturgy, praising it for giving voice to prayer and expressing the faith. He emphasizes the importance of music in the liturgy, saying it helps to glorify God and sanctify the faithful. The Pope made these comments during his Wednesday General Audience.
SourcesVatican News
- 09 discussVaticanNew1h ago
A nurse from Barcelona gave Pope Leo a book about her brother Xavier, who died at 29 from muscular dystrophy.
3 sources·7 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
A nurse from Barcelona gave Pope Leo a book about her brother Xavier, who died at 29 from muscular dystrophy. The book, 'Learning to Die in Order to Live', recounts Xavier's life and testimony. Elisabet Argemí spoke briefly with the Pope at Castel Gandolfo.
- 10 discussLiturgyNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV focused on the role of sacred music in the liturgy during his Aug.
4 sources·Vatican NewsACI StampaCatholic News Agency+1
Pope Leo XIV focused on the role of sacred music in the liturgy during his Aug. 19 general audience. He emphasized the importance of preserving the Church's musical heritage. The pontiff also highlighted the value of music in the liturgy, saying it is part of the action and not mere decoration.
SourcesVatican NewsACI StampaCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
- 11 discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
Suor Małgorzata Cur shares her journey of faith and life of service.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Suor Małgorzata Cur shares her journey of faith and life of service. Her path was influenced by the Franciscan Sisters of the Family of Mary. She is a member of the Congregation of the Sisters of Mary Immaculate.
- 12 discussBishopsUpdated4h ago
An earthquake hit Indonesia's Flores island on August 15, killing 70 and injuring over 1,000.
2 sources·Federation of Asian Bishops’ ConferencesVatican News
An earthquake hit Indonesia's Flores island on August 15, killing 70 and injuring over 1,000. Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden says the disaster has not destroyed the people's love and solidarity. Pope Leo XIV has offered condolences.
- 21 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
CNBB
Cardinal Orani João Tempesta, Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, reflects on the vocation of the laity. He says the laity's role is not a recent functional arrangement or a concession due to a shortage of ordained ministers. The laity's vocation is a constitutive dimension of the Church.
SourcesCNBB
- 23 discussEducationNew1h ago
CNBB·Perspective
Dom Anuar Battisti, Archbishop Emeritus of Maringa, writes about the importance of lay vocations. He notes that the vitality of an ecclesial community is not measured by its structures or solemnity, but by the precious pastoral work of lay people.
SourcesCNBB
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Jordanijoje rengiamasi Kristaus Krikšto jubiliejui.
Vatican News
Jordanijoje rengiamasi Kristaus Krikšto jubiliejui. Pirmasis organizacinio komiteto susitikimas įvyko rugpjūčio 10-ąją. Pasirengimai įsibėgėja.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV. accepted the resignation of Speyer Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV. accepted the resignation of Speyer Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann. The Vatican announced this on Wednesday. The diocese said the resignation was for health reasons.
SourcesVatican News
- 33 discussCultureNew1h ago
L'Osservatore Romano reviews book Vorrei che tu fossi qui.
L'Osservatore Romano·Perspective
L'Osservatore Romano reviews book Vorrei che tu fossi qui. Variazioni sulla Settimana Santa by don Gabriele Vecchione. Marco Tibaldi writes the review.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 37 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Pope Leon XIV has appointed Polish missionary Mariusz Kasperski as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina on Madagascar.
Vatican News
Pope Leon XIV has appointed Polish missionary Mariusz Kasperski as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toamasina on Madagascar. Kasperski has been serving on the island for over 30 years. He is 63 years old and from Wolsztyn.
SourcesVatican News
- 39 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
National Catholic Register
The National Catholic Register has launched a ‘Summer of Saints’ on social media. The blog will feature stories of saints. The blog will run all summer.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 40 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
ACI Stampa
San Francesco di Paola è il santo patrono della Calabria. Il santuario dedicato a lui è una meta di pellegrinaggio. Il santo è stato dichiarato Patrono della Gente di mare della Nazione Italiana da Pio XII.
SourcesACI Stampa
- 41 discussLiturgyNew4h ago
Pope Léon XIV proposes re-reading of Sacrosanctum Concilium.
Vatican News
Pope Léon XIV proposes re-reading of Sacrosanctum Concilium. The Constitution dogmatique calls for full participation of all faithful in liturgy. Vatican News reports on the re-reading of the text.
SourcesVatican News
- 43 discussCultureNew3h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
US musician Moby visited Cologne Cathedral after a concert in Bonn. He posted a selfie on Instagram and joked about aliens living there.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 45 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
Religión Digital
Tánger Archbishop Emilio Rocha spoke about the migration crisis in Ceuta. He mentioned the tragedy of young people who died and the desperation of those seeking a better future. The Church is committed to promoting legal pathways for young people.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 46 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Peter G. Kirchschläger, newly appointed consultant to the Dicastery for Development, advocates for ethical regulation of AI.
Vatican News
Peter G. Kirchschläger, newly appointed consultant to the Dicastery for Development, advocates for ethical regulation of AI. He will bring his expertise to the Vatican advisory group.
SourcesVatican News
- 47 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Léon XIV exhorte les pèlerins à cultiver la paix.
3 reports·Vatican News
Léon XIV exhorte les pèlerins à cultiver la paix. Il rappelle la mémoire de Władysław Findysz, prêtre et martyr des persécutions communistes. Léon XIV encourage à développer un authentique conscience de la paix.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Pope Leão XIV recalled the martyr Ladislau Findysz, a Polish priest beatified by Pope Bento XVI in 2005.
Vatican News
Pope Leão XIV recalled the martyr Ladislau Findysz, a Polish priest beatified by Pope Bento XVI in 2005. The Pope spoke about the importance of forgiveness and overcoming evil with good.
SourcesVatican News
- 51 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
Armed men attacked the village of Bin-Per in Nigeria, killing dozens.
Vatican News
Armed men attacked the village of Bin-Per in Nigeria, killing dozens. This attack follows violence in Sokoto state where at least 26 people were killed. Conflicts over land, banditry, and terrorism continue to fuel insecurity and force communities to flee.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussCultureNew5h ago
Meta faces trial in California over allegations of designing platforms to foster addiction in minors.
Vatican News
Meta faces trial in California over allegations of designing platforms to foster addiction in minors. The trial has had repercussions on Wall Street, with Meta's stock losing 4.4%.
SourcesVatican News
- 53 discussCultureNew5h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Pep Guardiola says he lost his wife due to the stressful rhythms of competitive sports. He now wants to stop and find himself. A documentary on Prime Video reveals the human side of the Barcelona and Manchester City coach.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 56 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV met a Spanish nurse in Castel Gandolfo.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV met a Spanish nurse in Castel Gandolfo. The nurse, Elisabet Argemí, gave the Pope a book about her brother's life. The brother, Xavier Argemí, died of muscular dystrophy at 29.
SourcesVatican News
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