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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.

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SourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaSuore Agostiniane di Nostra Signora della ConsolazioneDiocese of Guajará-Mirim

The Vatican has elevated the Apostolic Vicariate of Calapan to a diocese. Bishop Moises Cuevas has been installed as its first bishop. The new diocese marks a transition from decades of missionary care to a fully established local Church.

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Pope Leo XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. The Pope has a past connection to Peru. Cardinal Vicente Bokalic looks forward to the visit.

SourcesDiocese of São José dos CamposArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican News

The Church in the Diocese of Khulna combines evangelisation, education and social support to help Dalits. The Diocese of Khulna has many Catholics from Dalit backgrounds. The Church aims to help them reclaim dignity and build a better future.

SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

The Chicago Archdiocese has created a memorial garden for those lost to suicide. It is the first of its kind in US Catholic dioceses. The garden is a place to pray and feel God's love and peace.

SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News

Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026. He will stop in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The Pope will also visit the UNESCO headquarters.

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Pope Leo XIV will meet with survivors of clergy abuse during a four-day trip to France. The trip includes a visit to UNESCO headquarters and a meeting with French bishops in Lourdes. An interreligious meeting is also scheduled in Metz.

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Pope Leo meets thousands of young people in Assisi. The event focuses on building a culture of love. The Pope's meeting is part of a larger effort to promote spirituality and community.

SourcesVatican NewsArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos

Pope Leo XIV's apostolic journey to France will take place from September 25 to 28. He will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The program includes meetings with various groups and a visit to the UNESCO headquarters.

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The beatification cause of Julius Kambarage Nyerere has reached the witness interrogation stage. A Tanzanian Catholic bishop is involved in the process.

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Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25-28, 2026. He will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The trip's motto is 'Aby svet mal život'.

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The Vatican has released the schedule for Pope Leo's September trip to France. The pontiff will meet with authorities, clergy, and young people, and celebrate three public Masses. Registrations for celebrations will open on August 10.

SourcesLa CroixCatholic News AgencyAleteiaNational Catholic Register

Pope Leo XIV's apostolic visit to France from September 25-28 includes stops in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. He will meet with victims of abuse and participate in various events, including a visit to the UNESCO headquarters and a meeting with the European community. The Pope will also celebrate Mass and lead prayers at several locations.

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The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SCEAM) is holding its first continental conference on Catholic Education in Africa. The conference, themed 'Strengthening Catholic Education for Integral Human Development in Africa', aims to define a common vision for the future of Catholic teaching on the continent. It is taking place in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia, from August 6 to 8, 2026.

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The Vatican has released a new series of Euro coins marking the papacy of Pope Leo XIV. This is the first time since 2014 that a Pope's portrait has been featured on Vatican coins. The new design was introduced by the Vatican Philatelic and Numismatic Office.

SourcesVatican NewsMagyar Kurír

Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi to celebrate the Jubilee Year of St. Francis with 2,500 young people. He urged them to become 'new saints' the world needs today. The Pope's visit included a meeting with Franciscans and a Mass at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli.

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A Peruvian researcher discusses the history of Catholicism among the Incas. The author of 'The Catholic Incas' claims this history is not taught. The researcher argues against the idea that the Catholic faith was imposed on the Incas.

SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency