Christel Grimbergen completed a 3-month, 3-week pilgrimage from Maastricht to Rome. She reached St. Peter's tomb in the Vatican Basilica. Vatican News reports her story.
SourcesVatican News
Monday, August 10, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
What is happening in the Church today?
From the Holy See
Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · The Holy See · The Catholic Weekly- 01 discussCatholic Life3h ago
Christel Grimbergen completed a 3-month, 3-week pilgrimage from Maastricht to Rome.
Vatican News
- 02 discussCulture14h ago
Zimbabwe's government has established a task force to address illegal mining.
Agenzia Fides
Zimbabwe's government has established a task force to address illegal mining. The task force aims to enforce laws and regulations related to mining permits, environmental protection, and public health. This effort is part of the country's Vision 2030 development plan.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussBishops2h ago
Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of John.
Vatican News·Perspective
Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of John. He reflects on John 12,24-26.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussCatholic Life18h ago
The Catholic Culture Fair was held in Seoul on August 8 and 9.
Agenzia Fides
The Catholic Culture Fair was held in Seoul on August 8 and 9. The event featured 48 religious orders and congregations. It aimed to raise awareness of Catholicism in Korea.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussReligious Orders2h ago
Two Polish Conventual Franciscan missionaries were killed by Peru's Maoist Shining Path guerrillas 35 years ago.
2 sources·The Catholic WeeklyVatican News
Two Polish Conventual Franciscan missionaries were killed by Peru's Maoist Shining Path guerrillas 35 years ago. Their witness continues to inspire Catholics to remain faithful in serving others despite danger. They stayed with the people when they needed them most.
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Monday, August 10
13 stories- 01 discussCultureNew 22m ago
Gość Niedzielny
Researchers found that modern Barbie and Ken dolls have more realistic body proportions compared to earlier versions. The study was published in PLOS One.
SourcesGość Niedzielny
- 03 discussVaticanNew 43m ago
The Texas Catholic
Pope Leo XIV will make an apostolic journey to South America, visiting 10 cities in Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. The trip will take place from Nov. 6-17. The Vatican announced the visit.
SourcesThe Texas Catholic
- 07 discussChurch & StateNew 43m ago
ACI Stampa
Acli youth sent a manifesto to 720 EU lawmakers, asking them to sign and respect it. The manifesto calls for responsible language in public discourse. It references Pope Francis and Pope Leo XIV's encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas'.
SourcesACI Stampa
- 08 discussChurch & StateNew 43m ago
The Texas Catholic
Jason Adkins, executive director of Minnesota Catholic Conference, has been elected president of the National Association of State Catholic Conference Directors. He will serve until August 2028.
SourcesThe Texas Catholic
- 09 discussReligious OrdersNew 43m ago
The Texas Catholic
Father Thomas Esposito, a Cistercian monk, has written a novel about a day in the life of a monk. The idea came to him on the Aventine Hill in Rome.
SourcesThe Texas Catholic
- 10 discussReligious OrdersNew 43m ago
Global Sisters Report
Benedictine nuns in Pennsylvania received a civic engagement award. The award honors their community work.
SourcesGlobal Sisters Report
- 13 discussDiocesesNew 1h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Three men from different countries were ordained as priests for the Sydney Archdiocese. They come from Poland, Vietnam, and Sydney. The ordination is a call to holiness.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
Sunday, August 9
43 stories · 14 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic Life3h ago
The Correctional Institution Service at Boram gathered to celebrate the Patron Feast of St. Maximilian Maria Kolbe.
11 sources·Archdiocese of Mount HagenArchdiocese of Port MoresbyDiocese of Kerema+3
The Correctional Institution Service at Boram gathered to celebrate the Patron Feast of St. Maximilian Maria Kolbe. The celebration marked 30 years since the dedication of the CIS Wewak chapel and its services to St. Maximilian Kolbe as its patron. Fr. Lawrence Arokiaraj attended the celebration.
SourcesArchdiocese of Mount HagenArchdiocese of Port MoresbyDiocese of KeremaDiocese of KimbeDiocese of LaeDiocese of Kavieng
- 02 discussDioceses3h ago
The youth group of the Dioceses of Montepulciano and Siena has begun a pilgrimage on the Cammino di Santiago.
2 sources·Diocese of Montepulciano–Chiusi–PienzaDiocese of Siena–Colle di Val d’Elsa–Montalcino
The youth group of the Dioceses of Montepulciano and Siena has begun a pilgrimage on the Cammino di Santiago. They flew to Madrid and then traveled to Sarria, Galizia, where they prepared for the pilgrimage. The pilgrimage is a 100km walk.
SourcesDiocese of Montepulciano–Chiusi–PienzaDiocese of Siena–Colle di Val d’Elsa–Montalcino
- 03 discussEducation6h ago
11 sources·Archdiocese of Port MoresbyArchdiocese of Mount HagenDiocese of Lae+3
- 04 discussDioceses4h ago
Catholic Outlook publishes news and events across Diocese of Parramatta.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Catholic Outlook publishes news and events across Diocese of Parramatta. The update is available online.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 05 discussEducation5h ago
The Diocese of Nha Trang organized a Bible study course on August 8-9, 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of MedanDiocese of Nha Trang
The Diocese of Nha Trang organized a Bible study course on August 8-9, 2026. The course focused on the New Testament environment. Participants included catechists from Cam Lâm and Cam Ranh.
- 06 discussBishops5h ago
Australia's Catholic bishops urge a culture of encounter to combat polarisation, racism, and social isolation.
2 sources·The Catholic WeeklyThe Southern Cross
Australia's Catholic bishops urge a culture of encounter to combat polarisation, racism, and social isolation. They warn that disagreement must not lead to hatred or violence. The bishops seek a more cohesive society.
- 07 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Five south-west Sydney parishes gathered for the inaugural Ignite event.
2 sources·The Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney
Five south-west Sydney parishes gathered for the inaugural Ignite event. The event is a collaboration supported by the Parish Renewal Team and Sydney Catholic Youth. It aims to ignite young adult faith.
- 09 discussCatholic Life9h ago
Catholics are encouraged to identify themselves in the national Census.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Catholics are encouraged to identify themselves in the national Census. The Census includes a question on religion. Catholics are urged to answer this question.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 10 discussDioceses10h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 10th August 2026 at 9:30am.
2 sources·Knisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 10th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event includes prayer for Spiritual Communion.
- 11 discussReligious Orders10h ago
The community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the 70th anniversary of Carmelite Friars' pastoral care.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
The community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the 70th anniversary of Carmelite Friars' pastoral care. The parish marked the double celebration together.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 12 discussVatican7h ago
Pope Leo's August prayer intention focuses on evangelisation in the city.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook·Perspective
Pope Leo's August prayer intention focuses on evangelisation in the city. He acknowledges societal concerns and the Church's limitations. The intention is for this month.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 13 discussCatholic Life9h ago
Preparations are underway for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea.
4 sources·Archdiocese of HuêThe Catholic WeeklyCatholic New York+1
Preparations are underway for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea. The event is expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV and young Catholics from around the world. Planning has intensified with one year remaining before the event.
SourcesArchdiocese of HuêThe Catholic WeeklyCatholic New YorkCathNews Australia
- 17 discussCatholic Life3h ago
Suore Missionarie di S. ColombanoSocietà di S. Colombano per le Missioni Estere
Korean Martyrs Catholic Center renovated its parish hall, naming it Columban Hall in gratitude to the Missionary Society of St. Columban. The parish was established in 1977 to serve Korean Catholics in Orange County, California. It provides Masses in Korean and a gathering place for the community.
SourcesSuore Missionarie di S. ColombanoSocietà di S. Colombano per le Missioni Estere
- 21 discussCatholic Life5h ago
Focolare Movement
Loreto School organized LFE 2026, a summer program for 18 families. The program took place from July 6-25, 2026. Families from various countries attended.
SourcesFocolare Movement
- 27 discussReligious Freedom6h ago
The Catholic Weekly
The Australian Bureau of Statistics clarified the religion question in the 2026 Census. It measures religious affiliation, not practice. This comes amid a secular campaign advising Australians on how to answer.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 32 discussDioceses8h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Msgr. Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home diocese.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 38 discussDioceses12h ago
Archdiocese of IbaguéReligiose della Comunicazione Sociale
Mons. Orlando Roa Barbosa celebrated the Holy Mass that inaugurated the pilgrimage of the replicas of the Lord of Miracles of Buga. The event took place on Sunday, August 9, at the Catedral Inmaculada Concepción. The Archdiocese of Ibagué reported the event.
SourcesArchdiocese of IbaguéReligiose della Comunicazione Sociale
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