Pope appoints Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda diocese in Kazakhstan. Pytlowany, 57, has served in Kazakhstan for 31 years. He was previously a parish priest and rector of a seminary.
SourcesVatican News
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · TK KBS · L'Osservatore Romano- 01 discussBishopsNew47m ago
Pope appoints Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda diocese in Kazakhstan.
Vatican News
- 02 discussVaticanUpdated2h ago
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesTK KBS
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country. The earthquake caused widespread destruction and loss of life. The societies are inviting their network to unite in prayer and express solidarity with the affected populations.
SourcesAgenzia FidesTK KBS
- 03 discussVatican20h ago
Cardinal Zuppi guided a prayer vigil at Monte Sole for peace and justice in the Holy Land.
L'Osservatore Romano
Cardinal Zuppi guided a prayer vigil at Monte Sole for peace and justice in the Holy Land. The event aimed to promote forgiveness and exit the cycle of violence.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 04 discussVatican23h ago
Vatican Observatory hosts a Full Moon meetup with Dr. Rocco L. Mancinelli.
Vatican Observatory
Vatican Observatory hosts a Full Moon meetup with Dr. Rocco L. Mancinelli. Dr. Mancinelli is a Senior Research Scientist with the BAER Institute. The meetup is on August 27, 2026.
SourcesVatican Observatory
- 05 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Lara Bersano Calot discusses the contributions of the Magnifica humanitas encyclical.
Vatican News·Perspective
Lara Bersano Calot discusses the contributions of the Magnifica humanitas encyclical. The encyclical places humans at the center of decisions and technology. Bersano is the executive director of the International Academy of Catholic Leaders.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussDiocesesUpdated2h ago
Bishop Étienne Guillet discusses the Diocese of Saint-Denis' preparation for Pope Leo XIV's visit.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesTK KBS
Bishop Étienne Guillet discusses the Diocese of Saint-Denis' preparation for Pope Leo XIV's visit. The diocese is a place of ecclesial renewal. Registrations for the Pope's vigil at the Stade de France filled up quickly.
SourcesAgenzia FidesTK KBS
The Church throughout the world
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Friday, August 14
13 stories- 02 discussVaticanNew1m ago
Famiglia Cristiana
The Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary. Pio XII proclaimed it a dogma in 1950. It's a sign of hope for Christians.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 09 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Magyar Kurír
Pope Leo will visit Peru in November. Carlos García Camader, president of the Peruvian bishops' conference, hopes for peace and cooperation. He wants to work together for the common good.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 10 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Agenzia SIR
Jimmy Lai, a 78-year-old entrepreneur, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for supporting pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. He has been detained for 5 years. The sentence was issued by a court in February.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 11 discussReligious OrdersNew2h ago
Angelus News
Angelus News reports on the difficulties of leaving the CoJ cult. Members often have no education, money, or outside contacts. The cult is not Catholic.
SourcesAngelus News
- 13 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Magyar Kurír
The Gyulafehérvári Caritas is establishing a residential home and occupational center for disabled adults in Székelyudvarhely. The project aims to provide a safe space for disabled individuals and support for their families.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
Thursday, August 13
44 stories · 7 corroborated- 01 discussEducation10h ago
Bishop Raimo Goyarrola of Helsinki announced that Finland's first Catholic school will not open as planned.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Bishop Raimo Goyarrola of Helsinki announced that Finland's first Catholic school will not open as planned. The project has been pushed back to 2027.
- 02 discussVatican11h ago
The Pope has sent financial aid to support victims of the earthquake in Colombia.
3 sources·Archdiocese of MiamiVida NuevaCanção Nova
The Pope has sent financial aid to support victims of the earthquake in Colombia. The Conferencia Episcopal de Colombia and Cáritas have launched a solidarity campaign to help those affected. The Archdiocese of Miami is also providing disaster relief.
- 03 discussCatholic Life10h ago
A Pew report found that most American Catholics support the death penalty for those convicted of murder.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
A Pew report found that most American Catholics support the death penalty for those convicted of murder. Support among US adults is 6 percentage points higher than in April 2021.
- 04 discussVatican11h ago
The UN found an increase in migrant deaths from drowning in the Mediterranean Sea.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
The UN found an increase in migrant deaths from drowning in the Mediterranean Sea. Pope Leo XIV has expressed serious concerns about the issue.
- 05 discussBishopsUpdated3h ago
Bishops of the Pacific urge caution over deep-sea mining.
2 sources·Federation of Asian Bishops’ ConferencesCathNews Australia
Bishops of the Pacific urge caution over deep-sea mining. They call for prudence as commercial mining is considered in the region.
SourcesFederation of Asian Bishops’ ConferencesCathNews Australia
- 06 discussReligious Freedom12h ago
A UN letter expresses concern over religiously motivated violence against Christian women and girls in Nigeria.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI AfricaCatholic World Report
A UN letter expresses concern over religiously motivated violence against Christian women and girls in Nigeria. The letter cites attacks, killings, and forced conversions. Nigerian officials are accused of acquiescence and negligence.
- 07 discussCatholic Life12h ago
Authors of a new book claim postliberal governments will fail and harm the Church's public image.
3 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
Authors of a new book claim postliberal governments will fail and harm the Church's public image. The book has a foreword by San Francisco Archbishop Salvatore J. Cordileone. The authors' argument is based on historical evidence.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 11 discussVaticanNew2h ago
The Catholic Leader
Pope Leo warned about the dehumanising effects of drone warfare. A Ukrainian street vendor tried to communicate with a Russian drone. The drone was carrying a bomb.
SourcesThe Catholic Leader
- 14 discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago
Global Sisters Report
The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) holds its 70th assembly. Sister Helga Leija comments on listening to different voices in the Church. LCWR aims to learn from diverse perspectives and recognize individual gifts.
SourcesGlobal Sisters Report
- 17 discussReligious FreedomNew3h ago
ACI Africa
A Nigerian court ruled against the arrest of a 22-year-old Christian convert. The woman, known as 'Sarah', had fled a forced marriage and converted from Islam. The court described the actions against her as a 'flagrant violation' of her rights.
SourcesACI Africa
- 18 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
ACI Digital
São Maximiliano Kolbe, a priest, died as a martyr in Nazi concentration camps. He offered his life for a condemned father. Today is his celebration.
SourcesACI Digital
- 19 discussEducationNew4h ago
The Southern Cross
Holy Rosary School visited Lourdes Primary School in Soweto. Young Christian Students of Loreto Primary shared their experience.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 20 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of Matthew.
Vatican News·Perspective
Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of Matthew. He reflects on Matthew 19,3-12.
SourcesVatican News
- 21 discussCultureNew4h ago
Rome Reports
Pope Francis, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI see deeper meaning in Homer's work. The Church views The Odyssey as more than a literary classic.
SourcesRome Reports
- 24 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
Matters India
The Assam Christian Forum has welcomed the government's decision to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee. The forum calls it a democratic step. The bill is for detailed scrutiny.
SourcesMatters India
- 25 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Focolare Movement
A friendship leads to an unexpected change. An atheist becomes a Parish Council President. The Focolare Movement shares the story.
SourcesFocolare Movement
- 31 discussCatholic Life6h ago
ACI Prensa
P. Ricardo Bello Mato, a 100-year-old priest, shares his thoughts on Heaven. He resides in a priest's house in Santiago de Compostela, Spain.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 33 discussReligious Orders8h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Fr Leander Gonsalves MGL was ordained to the priesthood in Melbourne. He is a member of the Missionaries of God's Love.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 34 discussLife & Family8h ago
Catholic Outlook
Archbishop Anthony Fisher of Sydney argues against online euthanasia consultations. He pushes for protections for Catholic healthcare institutions. He stresses the Church must offer alternatives.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 35 discussReligious Orders9h ago
Cistercensi della Stretta Osservanza
Matutum Monastery publishes third issue of Colloquium. Previous issues are available online. Colloquium is published by Cistercensi della Stretta Osservanza.
- 36 discussDioceses9h ago
The Record
Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB celebrated the 100th anniversary of St Mary's Merredin Parish and School. He was joined by Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton and other priests. The centenary events included a commemorative lunch and the school opening to visitors.
SourcesThe Record
- 40 discussVatican9h ago
The Record
World Youth Day 2027 will be held in Seoul, South Korea from August 3-8, 2027. Pope Leo XIV is expected to attend. The event is the second World Youth Day in Asia.
SourcesThe Record
- 41 discussDioceses9h ago
The Record
Bishop Don Sproxton led the 2026 Eucharistic Celebration with Church Personnel. He acknowledged the fulfilling yet overwhelming work of staff and volunteers. The event took place at St Mary's Cathedral.
SourcesThe Record
- 42 discussBishops9h ago
The Record
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference released a social justice statement on building social cohesion. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB prefaced the statement, citing the rise in antisemitism. The statement explores recent developments in Australia.
SourcesThe Record
- 43 discussCatholic Life9h ago
The Record
Perth pilgrims visited St Mary's Cathedral, St Michael the Archangel Chapel, and Sacred Heart Church to venerate the relic of St Carlo Acutis. The relic is a section of Saint Carlo's pericardium. Perth Auxiliary Bishop Nelson Po spoke about faith at the Youth Mass.
SourcesThe Record
- 44 discussCatholic Life9h ago
The Record
Bishop Nelson Po delivered a homily at a Mass to launch National Vocations Awareness Week. He spoke about the general call to live holy and Christian lives. The week aims to promote and raise awareness of priestly, religious and consecrated lives.
SourcesThe Record
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