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Monday, August 10, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano

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From the Holy See

Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · The Holy See · TK KBS
  1. 01
    Jesuiten-Flüchtlingsdienst starts education project for 9,000 children
    discussEducationNew 1h ago

    The Jesuiten-Flüchtlingsdienst (JRS) has launched a project to educate 9,000 children in Nigeria.

    Vatican News

    The Jesuiten-Flüchtlingsdienst (JRS) has launched a project to educate 9,000 children in Nigeria. The project is funded by the European Union and aims to help children affected by insecurity, displacement, and poverty. The project is a response to the ongoing crisis in the region.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Zimbabwe government tackles illegal mining
    discussCulture16h 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

  3. 03
    Angelus, 9 August 2026
    discussChurch & State1d ago
    The Holy See

    SourcesThe Holy See

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV issues Magnifica Humanitas
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas sparks interest.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica Humanitas sparks interest. It discusses human future in digital revolution era. Various experts comment on the text.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    Seoul hosts Catholic Culture Fair
    discussCatholic Life20h 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

  6. 06
    Lev XIV sends Cardinal Montenegro as legate to Praia a Mare
    discussVaticanNew 48m ago
    2 sourcesVatican NewsTK KBS

    SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS

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The Church throughout the world

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.

  1. Africa The Southern Cross · ACI Africa
    1. Dominicans Celebrate Feast Day at Emaphethelweni Priory, KZN
    2. African Catholic Leaders Urge Systematic Formation of “digital missionaries” in Seminaries, Religious Institutes
    3. Honouring Women in SA and the Church
  2. America Franciscan Media · The Texas Catholic · Newsbook
    1. The Touch of God
    2. Pope Leo XIV visits Uruguay, Argentina, Peru
    3. Monjas indonesias ayudan a las familias migrantes a salir de la pobreza
  3. Asia LiCAS News · CBCP News · Diocese of Medan
    1. Myanmar cardinal urges leaders to end violence, pursue dialogue
    2. Beyond echo chamber, Asian sisters bring mission stories to mainstream media
    3. Faith project opens dorm for Subanen learners
  4. Europe Církev.cz · Diocese of Gaeta · LiCAS News
    1. Žďár basilica offers programs for children
    2. Azione Cattolica di Fondi discusses Magnifica humanitas
    3. AgenSIR reflects on St. Lawrence's night
  5. Oceania Archdiocese of Mount Hagen · Archdiocese of Port Moresby · Diocese of Kerema
    1. CIS Boram celebrates 30 years under St. Maximilian Maria Kolbe
    2. Sydney Archdiocese ordains 3 priests
    3. Purposeful Filmmaking Equips Young Catholics for Short Film Festival

Monday, August 10

34 stories · 4 corroborated
  1. 01
    Azione Cattolica di Fondi discusses Magnifica humanitas
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago

    Azione Cattolica di Fondi hosts a discussion on Magnifica humanitas, a letter by Pope Leo XIV.

    2 sourcesDiocese of GaetaLiCAS News

    Azione Cattolica di Fondi hosts a discussion on Magnifica humanitas, a letter by Pope Leo XIV. The event is open to the public. It reflects on human custody in the age of Artificial Intelligence.

    SourcesDiocese of GaetaLiCAS News

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV visits Uruguay, Argentina, Peru
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV will make an apostolic journey to South America, visiting 10 cities in Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru.

    2 sourcesThe Texas CatholicNewsbook

    Pope Leo XIV will make an apostolic journey to South America, visiting 10 cities in Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. The Vatican announced the trip, which will take place from Nov. 6-17. This journey is the first of his pontificate to South America.

    SourcesThe Texas CatholicNewsbook

  3. 03
    Cardinal Mykola Bychok celebrates Hierarchical Divine Liturgy in Ternopil
    discussReligious OrdersNew 1m ago

    Cardinal Mykola Bychok, Eparch of Melbourne, celebrated the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy in Ternopil, Ukraine.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Saints Peter and Paul of MelbourneRISU

    Cardinal Mykola Bychok, Eparch of Melbourne, celebrated the Hierarchical Divine Liturgy in Ternopil, Ukraine. The liturgy took place at the Archcathedral of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Cardinal Bychok also blessed vehicles for the front.

    SourcesDiocese of Saints Peter and Paul of MelbourneRISU

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV gains broad support in Latin America
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has broad support in Latin America, according to a Pew Research Center survey.

    2 sourcesZENIT News AgencyTK KBS

    Pope Leo XIV has broad support in Latin America, according to a Pew Research Center survey. The survey was conducted among 6,132 adults, including 3,530 Catholics. The research findings were published in 2026.

    SourcesZENIT News AgencyTK KBS

  5. 05
    Žďár basilica offers programs for children
    discussCatholic LifeNew 20m ago
    Církev.cz

    Basilica Nanebevzetí Panny Marie and sv. Mikuláše offers programs for children and parents. Programs include Příběhy na stěnách baziliky, Pevnost víry and Kostel u nás.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  6. 06
    The Terrain of Neuroscience: Brain, Consciousness, and Identity (Part 1)
    discussCatholic LifeNew 28m ago
    Church Life Journal

    SourcesChurch Life Journal

  7. 07
    Myanmar cardinal urges leaders to end violence, pursue dialogue
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  8. 08
    Jesuits discern together
    discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
    Jesuits Global

    Jesuits Global reports on discerning together. The article is titled 'Discerning together brings new hope'.

    SourcesJesuits Global

  9. 09
    Cardinal Bokalic welcomes Pope's visit to Argentina
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Cardinal Bokalic expresses joy at Pope's November visit.

    Vatican News

    Cardinal Bokalic expresses joy at Pope's November visit. He praises Pope's commitment to social justice and faith in action.

    SourcesVatican News

  10. 10
    The Touch of God
    discussCatholic LifeNew 58m ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  11. 11
    Zelensky denounces Russian raids on Kharkhiv, Odessa, Sumy
    discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago

    Ukrainian President Zelensky reports new Russian raids on Kharkhiv, Odessa, and Sumy.

    Vatican News

    Ukrainian President Zelensky reports new Russian raids on Kharkhiv, Odessa, and Sumy. He also denounces increased military cooperation between Moscow and Pyongyang. Zelensky requests urgent reinforcement of air defense, including Patriot interceptors.

    SourcesVatican News

  12. 12
    Pfarrer Bashar Fawadleh reports Siedlergewalt in Taybeh
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago

    Pfarrer Bashar Fawadleh says Christians in Taybeh face daily attacks from settlers.

    Vatican News

    Pfarrer Bashar Fawadleh says Christians in Taybeh face daily attacks from settlers. He fears families may be forced to leave their land. Christians want to live in peace, justice and dignity.

    SourcesVatican News

  13. 13
    AgenSIR reflects on St. Lawrence's night
    discussCatholic LifeNew 43m ago
    Agenzia SIRPerspective

    AgenSIR publishes a reflection on the night of San Lorenzo. The article discusses the Perseid meteor shower. It is a suggestive summer spectacle.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  14. 14
    The social doctrine that defies easy labels
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  15. 15
    Knock Parish marks Basilica's 50th anniversary with National Novena
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference

    The 2026 Knock National Novena begins on August 13. The theme is 'Sheltered in God's Love'. Thousands of pilgrims are expected to attend.

    SourcesIrish Catholic Bishops' Conference

  16. 16
    From Leo XIII to Leo XIV: 130 years of Catholic social teaching
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  17. 17
    Episcopul Iosif Păuleţ invites pilgrims to Cacica
    discussCatholic Life2h ago

    Episcopul Iosif Păuleţ invites pilgrims to Cacica for the feast of the Assumption of Mary.

    Vatican News

    Episcopul Iosif Păuleţ invites pilgrims to Cacica for the feast of the Assumption of Mary. Relics of Saint Francis will be brought to the sanctuary. The event marks 800 years since the death of Saint Francis.

    SourcesVatican News

  18. 18
    Peru Bishops' President: Pope's visit brings grace, reconciliation
    discussBishops2h ago

    Bishop Carlos García Camader comments on Pope's November visit to Peru.

    Vatican News

    Bishop Carlos García Camader comments on Pope's November visit to Peru. He hopes for peace, fraternity and collaboration for the country's good.

    SourcesVatican News

  19. 19
    Barbie and Ken have more realistic body proportions
    discussCulture2h 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

  20. 20
    Pope Leo XIV attends 40th 'Geest van Assisi' anniversary
    discussVatican2h ago
    RKKerk.nl

    Pope Leo XIV will attend the 40th anniversary of the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi. The event commemorates the initiative of Saint Pope John Paul II in 1986. The theme is 'Unarmed and Disarming Peace'.

    SourcesRKKerk.nl

  21. 21
    Pope Leon praises St Agata's fidelity to Christ
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leon writes about St Agata's example of fidelity to Christ.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leon writes about St Agata's example of fidelity to Christ. Cardinal Pietro Parolin will represent the Pope at celebrations in Catania, Sicilia. The event marks the 9th centenary of St Agata's relics return to Catania.

    SourcesVatican News

  22. 22
    Monjas indonesias ayudan a las familias migrantes a salir de la pobreza
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  23. 23
    Meet Sr. Debra Sciano, new president of the Leadership Conference of Women Religious
    discussVatican2h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  24. 24
    El-Sayed: Champion of the professoriate
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  25. 25
    During summer lull, conservative bishops call for more Latin Mass, less synodality
    discussLiturgy2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  26. 26
    Court spares New York nuns — for now — from complying with assisted dying law
    discussChurch & State2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  27. 27
    Acli youth ask EU lawmakers to disarm words
    discussChurch & State2h 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

  28. 28
    Jason Adkins elected president of National Association
    discussChurch & State2h 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

  29. 29
    Cistercian monk Father Thomas Esposito writes debut novel
    discussReligious Orders2h 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

  30. 30
    Benedictine nuns in Pennsylvania win civic award
    discussReligious Orders2h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    Benedictine nuns in Pennsylvania received a civic engagement award. The award honors their community work.

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  31. 31
    Beyond echo chamber, Asian sisters bring mission stories to mainstream media
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  32. 32
    CSM starts tomorrow with 3200 young people
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Církev.cz

    The Celostátní setkání mládeže (CSM) begins in Ostrava. 3200 young people will attend. The event includes spiritual, educational, and cultural programs.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  33. 33
    Sydney Archdiocese ordains 3 priests
    discussDioceses3h 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

  34. 34
    Sister reflects on faith journey
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Global Sisters ReportPerspective

    A sister shares her spiritual journey, highlighting God's unconditional love. She reflects on her past, present and future. The sister's story is one of faith and maturity.

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

Sunday, August 9

23 stories · 8 corroborated
  1. 01
    CIS Boram celebrates 30 years under St. Maximilian Maria Kolbe
    discussCatholic Life5h ago

    The Correctional Institution Service at Boram gathered to celebrate the Patron Feast of St. Maximilian Maria Kolbe.

    11 sourcesArchdiocese 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

  2. 02
    Youth of Dioceses of Montepulciano and Siena start Santiago pilgrimage
    discussDioceses5h ago

    The youth group of the Dioceses of Montepulciano and Siena has begun a pilgrimage on the Cammino di Santiago.

    2 sourcesDiocese 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

  3. 03
    Purposeful Filmmaking Equips Young Catholics for Short Film Festival
    discussEducation7h ago
    11 sourcesArchdiocese of Port MoresbyArchdiocese of Mount HagenDiocese of Lae+3

    SourcesArchdiocese of Port MoresbyArchdiocese of Mount HagenDiocese of LaeDiocese of KundiawaDiocese of KimbeDiocese of Kavieng

  4. 04
    Catholic Outlook publishes weekly update
    discussDioceses5h ago

    Catholic Outlook publishes news and events across Diocese of Parramatta.

    2 sourcesCatholic Outlook

    Catholic Outlook publishes news and events across Diocese of Parramatta. The update is available online.

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  5. 05
    Nha Trang Diocese holds Bible study course
    discussEducation7h ago

    The Diocese of Nha Trang organized a Bible study course on August 8-9, 2026.

    2 sourcesDiocese 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.

    SourcesDiocese of MedanDiocese of Nha Trang

  6. 06
    Australian Bishops call for culture of encounter
    discussBishops7h ago

    Australia's Catholic bishops urge a culture of encounter to combat polarisation, racism, and social isolation.

    2 sourcesThe 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.

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyThe Southern Cross

  7. 07
    Five Sydney parishes unite for Ignite
    discussCatholic Life7h ago

    Five south-west Sydney parishes gathered for the inaugural Ignite event.

    2 sourcesThe 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.

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney

  8. 08
    Polish martyrs honoured at Revesby
    discussDioceses9h ago
    2 sourcesThe Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney

  9. 09
    Faith project opens dorm for Subanen learners
    discussEducation4h ago
    CBCP News

    A faith-inspired initiative provides a dorm for Subanen children. The dorm offers a safe place to stay near school.

    SourcesCBCP News

  10. 10
    Dominicans Celebrate Feast Day at Emaphethelweni Priory, KZN
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  11. 11
    Christel Grimbergen walks 2800 km from Maastricht to Rome
    discussCatholic Life5h ago

    Christel Grimbergen completed a 3-month, 3-week pilgrimage from Maastricht to Rome.

    Vatican News

    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

  12. 12
    Korean Martyrs Parish dedicates Columban Hall
    discussCatholic Life5h 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

  13. 13
    Thai Catholic school tightens security after deadly school shooting
    discussEducation5h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  14. 14
    Bishop Mário Spaki comments on John 12,24-26
    discussBishops3h ago

    Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of John.

    Vatican NewsPerspective

    Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of John. He reflects on John 12,24-26.

    SourcesVatican News

  15. 15
    When Did Jesus become a Catholic?
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  16. 16
    Loreto School hosts LFE 2026
    discussCatholic Life7h 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

  17. 17
    San Angelo Diocese expands Traditional Latin Mass offerings
    discussDioceses6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  18. 18
    O Spem Miram (O Wonderful Hope)
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  19. 19
    Ceuta’s Camp of the Saints moment
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  20. 20
    Kansas diocese opens new seminary more than 20 years in the making
    discussBishops6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  21. 21
    Cardinal Sarah makes the case for letting ‘Traditionis Custodes’ wither and die
    discussBishops6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  22. 22
    How to be a Dhimmi
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  23. 23
    ABS clarifies Census religion question
    discussReligious Freedom7h 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

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