Thousands of women made a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Piekary, a tradition uniting generations. They brought intentions and family stories. Pope Leo XIV greeted them during his Angelus address in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
Sunday, August 16, 2026 · 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano · Português · Français · Polski
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Vatican News · The Holy See · Agenzia Fides · Diocese of Hallam- 01 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Thousands of women made a pilgrimage to Our Lady of Piekary, a tradition uniting generations.
2 reports·Vatican News
- 03 discussChurch & State23h ago
Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Agenzia Fides
Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Brazil recalled its ambassador to Buenos Aires. The crisis unfolds ahead of Brazil's presidential election.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussVaticanNew37m ago
Pope Leo XIV called for an end to violence against Palestinians in the West Bank.
11 sources·16 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV called for an end to violence against Palestinians in the West Bank. He also hoped for a two-state solution for a just and lasting peace. The Pope made the appeal during the Sunday Angelus at Castel Gandolfo.
- 05 discussCatholic Life22h ago
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 38 people and displacing thousands.
3 sources·12 reports·Vatican News
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 38 people and displacing thousands. The Diocese of Labuan Bajo canceled a Catholic festival due to the disaster. Several churches and chapels were damaged, and the Archbishop of Ende, Paulus Budi Kleden, called for vigilance and prayer.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leone XIV appealed to the international community to stop violence against Palestinian civilians and to advance a two-state solution.
6 sources·9 reports·Vatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana
Pope Leone XIV appealed to the international community to stop violence against Palestinian civilians and to advance a two-state solution. He also expressed hope for the Mediterranean Games to be a symbol of peace and fraternity. The Pope made this appeal after praying the Angelus in Castel Gandolfo.
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Sunday, August 16
51 stories · 11 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew42m ago
Pope Leo XIV reflected on the faith of the Canaanite woman during the Angelus prayer.
5 sources·11 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV reflected on the faith of the Canaanite woman during the Angelus prayer. He urged the Church to recognize how God's grace works beyond established boundaries and to overcome discrimination and barriers that violate human dignity. The Pope led the prayer in Castel Gandolfo.
- 02 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer from the Villa Pontificia of Castel Gandolfo.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsAgência Ecclesia
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer from the Villa Pontificia of Castel Gandolfo. He commented on the Gospel and emphasized humility and determination. He also stated that God's table is prepared for all.
SourcesVatican NewsAgência Ecclesia
- 03 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 16, 2026.
2 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 16, 2026. The prayer was livestreamed. A transcript is available.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope León XIV reflected on the Sunday gospel during the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo.
2 sources·Vatican NewsVida Nueva
Pope León XIV reflected on the Sunday gospel during the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo. He emphasized that God's table is prepared for all and denounced barriers that trample dignity. The Pope reiterated that the Church seeks peace.
SourcesVatican NewsVida Nueva
- 05 discussDiocesesNew4h ago
Multiple US dioceses are seeing large numbers of men discern into the priesthood, bucking national trends.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Multiple US dioceses are seeing large numbers of men discern into the priesthood, bucking national trends. This trend is observed in several dioceses. The dioceses are experiencing an increase in priestly ordinations.
- 06 discussCatholic LifeUpdated2h ago
Caritas Indonesia has mobilized resources to assist those affected by the earthquake on the island of Flores.
4 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Labuan Bajo
Caritas Indonesia has mobilized resources to assist those affected by the earthquake on the island of Flores. The earthquake caused damage and casualties, and Caritas Indonesia has activated its humanitarian network. The organization is providing aid to those in need.
- 07 discussBishopsUpdated1m ago
A Polish bus carrying pilgrims crashed in Hungary, killing 12 and injuring at least 10.
6 sources·Konferencja Episkopatu PolskiVatican NewsNiedziela+3
A Polish bus carrying pilgrims crashed in Hungary, killing 12 and injuring at least 10. Abp Tadeusz Wojda, head of the Polish Episcopal Conference, prayed for the victims. The crash occurred on the M3 highway in Hungary.
SourcesKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiVatican NewsNiedzielaGość NiedzielnyTK KBSMagyar Kurír
- 08 discussReligious OrdersUpdated2h ago
The Daughters of Mary Help of Christians have expanded support for victims of insurgency in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province.
2 sources·Vatican NewsACI Africa
The Daughters of Mary Help of Christians have expanded support for victims of insurgency in Mozambique's Cabo Delgado province. They provide trauma-healing programs for displaced people. At least 300,000 people have been displaced by jihadist violence.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Africa
- 09 discussDioceses6h ago
Bishop Nguyễn Huy Bắc conferred the Sacrament of Confirmation at Giáo xứ Duy Hòa.
2 sources·Diocese of Quy NhonDiocese of Ban Mê Thuôt
Bishop Nguyễn Huy Bắc conferred the Sacrament of Confirmation at Giáo xứ Duy Hòa. Bishop Gioan Baotixita Nguyễn Quốc Hưng also conferred the sacrament at Giáo xứ Qui Hiệp. Both events took place on August 16, 2026.
- 10 discussChurch & StateUpdated5h ago
An earthquake in Colombia caused victims, missing people, and destruction.
2 sources·Diocese of Cerreto Sannita–Telese–Sant’Agata de’ GotiGość Niedzielny
An earthquake in Colombia caused victims, missing people, and destruction. Card. Matteo Zuppi expressed fraternal solidarity. The death toll has risen to 294.
SourcesDiocese of Cerreto Sannita–Telese–Sant’Agata de’ GotiGość Niedzielny
- 11 discussVaticanUpdated4h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Assumption Mass at St. Thomas Villanova parish in Castel Gandolfo.
4 sources·Diocese of Ðà NangDiocese of KontumVatican News+1
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Assumption Mass at St. Thomas Villanova parish in Castel Gandolfo. He expressed joy in celebrating the feast with the community. The Pope also recited the Angelus prayer.
SourcesDiocese of Ðà NangDiocese of KontumVatican NewsArchdiocese of Huê
- 12 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Roberta Russo shares how walking can be a space for silence and listening. Walking can help order thoughts and change perspective.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 16 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference·Perspective
Bishop Kevin Doran gave a homily at the Basilica of Our Lady for the National Knock Novena. He spoke about building the Kingdom of God and referenced Pope Leo and new technology.
- 24 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
The Archdiocese of Olomouc cancelled a planned pilgrimage for queer people due to negative reactions.
Vatican News
The Archdiocese of Olomouc cancelled a planned pilgrimage for queer people due to negative reactions. The diocese cited concerns for participant safety. The event was scheduled for September.
SourcesVatican News
- 27 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope Leo XIV spoke to faithful in Castel Gandolfo's Praça da Liberdade.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV spoke to faithful in Castel Gandolfo's Praça da Liberdade. He commented on the XX Sunday liturgy, referencing the Canaanite woman episode. He discussed faith, inequalities, and dignity.
SourcesVatican News
- 28 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Vatican News publishes a list of saints for the week of August 16-23.
Vatican News
Vatican News publishes a list of saints for the week of August 16-23. The list is available online.
SourcesVatican News
- 30 discussLiturgyNew4h ago
Magyar Kurír
Gérecz Imre OSB has written a liturgical note. It is available on Magyar Kurír. The note is titled 'Ah, hol vagy, magyarok tündöklő csillaga?'
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 31 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Pope Urban VIII was the first Pope to spend time in Castel Gandolfo.
Vatican News
Pope Urban VIII was the first Pope to spend time in Castel Gandolfo. He chose it for its beauty, climate, and location. The town is near Rome.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
10 reports·Suore Piccole Ancelle della Beata Vergine Maria Immacolata
- 33 discussChurch & State6h ago
Participants at a regional meeting in southern Peru criticized the country's democratic decline, authoritarianism, and corruption.
Vatican News
Participants at a regional meeting in southern Peru criticized the country's democratic decline, authoritarianism, and corruption. They plan to present their statement to Pope Leo XIV during his November visit. The meeting highlighted the stigmatization and criminalization of social actors.
SourcesVatican News
- 34 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Missionary Gaetano Mazzoleni died in Alpignano.
Vatican News
Missionary Gaetano Mazzoleni died in Alpignano. He spent 45 years among indigenous populations in Latin America. He promoted respectful evangelization and helped establish the Apostolic Vicariate of Puerto Leguízamo-Solano.
SourcesVatican News
- 35 discussVatican6h ago
Vatican News publishes a series on prayers in the Bible.
Vatican News
Vatican News publishes a series on prayers in the Bible. The series is prepared by Peter Olas. It is the 13th part.
SourcesVatican News
- 37 discussCatholic Life6h ago
ACI Africa
Marie Claire Mukangango, a Rwandan visionary, was killed in the 1994 genocide. A priest hopes for her beatification cause to start. She received apparitions from the Blessed Virgin Mary from 1982 to 1982.
SourcesACI Africa
- 38 discussCulture7h ago
Ibrahim al Dabba manages 35 beehives on a destroyed building's roof in Gaza City.
Vatican News
Ibrahim al Dabba manages 35 beehives on a destroyed building's roof in Gaza City. He continues with family support despite reduced production and extreme conditions. His story is one of courage and recovery.
SourcesVatican News
- 39 discussVatican7h ago
Vatican News examines 2000 years of Rome's history in a radio academy.
Vatican News
Vatican News examines 2000 years of Rome's history in a radio academy. Kirchenhistoriker Stefan Heid participates in the discussion. The Görres-Gesellschaft's Römischen Institut is 150 years old.
SourcesVatican News
- 40 discussCulture7h ago
Papua New Guinea's gold rush poses a global challenge.
Vatican News
Papua New Guinea's gold rush poses a global challenge. The Wafi-Golpu case highlights the need to balance mineral demands with ecosystem preservation and local rights. The issue affects not only Papua New Guinea but also has global implications.
SourcesVatican News
- 41 discussCulture6h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Freddie Mercury's songs contain references to God, Bible, and transcendence. His spiritual attitude is evident in songs like Bohemian Rhapsody and Somebody to Love.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 43 discussChurch & State6h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Margot Käßmann, former evangelical bishop, criticizes Germany's handling of former aid workers. They await protection. Käßmann had previously stated that nothing is good in Afghanistan.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 44 discussBishops6h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Bishop Benno Elbs witnessed a marriage proposal in his cathedral in Vaduz and offered to take photos. He emphasized love as the meaning and goal of life. The proposal took place in the cathedral.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 45 discussVatican6h ago
National Catholic Reporter
The Catholic principle of subsidiarity guides popes through tech upheavals. St. Thomas Aquinas' writings laid the groundwork. The Industrial Revolution prompted refinement of the idea.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 47 discussChurch & State7h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Cardinal Grzegorz Rys speaks out against violence and indifference towards Ukrainians in Poland. He condemns attacks on Ukrainians in public spaces.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 48 discussCulture7h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Thieves stole 3 panels from the Polyptych of San Gregorio and a small bifrontal panel. The theft occurred on Ferragosto night.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 49 discussBishops7h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Bishop Bertram Meier of Augsburg emphasizes the importance of protecting life from conception to natural death. He calls for a clear stance on issues like euthanasia. Meier urges Christians to be identifiable in their fight for life.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 50 discussReligious Orders7h ago
ACI Africa
Three Congregation of Jesus Sisters professed perpetual vows in Kenya. Speakers reminded them to keep Christ at the centre amid trials. The ceremony took place at Loreto Convent Msongari in Nairobi.
SourcesACI Africa
- 51 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
A Mass was held in Militello for Pippo Baudo, a year after his death. The Mass took place in the sanctuary he chose for his farewell. The parish priest, don Sebastiano Cristaudo, spoke about Baudo's devotion to Mary.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
Saturday, August 15
5 stories- 02 discussDioceses8h ago
Mirifica News
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 occurred on August 15, 2026. The Archbishop of Ende warned the faithful. Mass was held outside the church.
SourcesMirifica News
- 03 discussVatican9h ago
Leon XIV will visit Peru from November 11-17.
Vatican News
Leon XIV will visit Peru from November 11-17. Preparations are underway in Cuzco. He spent over 20 years in Peru.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussDioceses8h ago
Religión Digital
Ramón Valdivia, administrator of the diocese of Cádiz and Ceuta, says no masses have been suspended. He aims to promote faith and hope.
SourcesReligión Digital
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