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From the Holy See

Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Vatican Observatory · Diocese of Hallam
  1. 01
    Cardenal Parolin presides Mass in México
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Cardenal Pietro Parolin, Secretario de Estado Vaticano, presidió la Santa Misa en el Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe.

    Vatican News

    Cardenal Pietro Parolin, Secretario de Estado Vaticano, presidió la Santa Misa en el Santuario de Nuestra Señora de Guadalupe. En su homilía, habló sobre la pacificación de los pueblos y la reconciliación. El cardenal destacó la importancia del mensaje del Evangelio para la sociedad.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pontifical Mission Societies aid displaced Lebanese families
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    Six years after the Beirut port explosion, the Pontifical Mission Societies continue to respond to the emergency facing newly displaced families in Lebanon.

    Agenzia Fides

    Six years after the Beirut port explosion, the Pontifical Mission Societies continue to respond to the emergency facing newly displaced families in Lebanon. Hundreds of thousands of people were displaced and homes were destroyed. Many families remain dependent on humanitarian assistance.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  3. 03
    From the Vatican Observatory Faith and Science Pages — Religion and Science: Roman Catholicism
    discussVatican12h ago
    Vatican Observatory

    SourcesVatican Observatory

  4. 04
    Pizzaballa seeks new faces for Israeli elections
    discussVatican2h ago

    Patriarch Pizzaballa inaugurates Global House of Friendship and Hope in Assisi.

    Vatican News

    Patriarch Pizzaballa inaugurates Global House of Friendship and Hope in Assisi. He expresses concern over the situation in the Holy Land. He calls for new faces in Israeli elections.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    CELAM, CLAR, Caritas launch 'Care Unites Us' campaign
    discussBishops6h ago

    The Latin American and Caribbean Network for the Culture of Care launched a continental campaign to promote a culture of care.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Latin American and Caribbean Network for the Culture of Care launched a continental campaign to promote a culture of care. The campaign aims to strengthen prevention, protection, and accompaniment within ecclesial communities. It was presented during a webinar with representatives from various countries.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  6. 06
    Indonesian lay movement rebuilds 219 churches
    discussCatholic Life5h ago

    An Indonesian lay movement rebuilds churches.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    An Indonesian lay movement rebuilds churches. The movement discovered that rebuilding the Church begins with rebuilding hearts.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

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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 · Archdiocese of Lagos
    1. Cardinal Kambanda: Let Christ’s light guide the digital world
    2. Catholic Bishop in Kenya Calls for Immediate Action to Stop Destruction of Forest
    3. Vatican marks Dedication of Basilica of St Mary Major
  2. America OSV News · The Catholic Sun · CatholicPhilly
    1. U.S.-China Catholic Association holds 30th conference
    2. ‘We will come to you,’ Texas archbishop tells migrants in new pastoral letter
    3. Jesus Teaches Lesson on Prayer: ‘Being Together’ With the Father We Love
  3. Asia LiCAS News · CBCP News
    1. Asian faith leaders urge moral resistance to fossil fuel expansion
    2. WYD Seoul 2027 seeks global Catholic media network at SIGNIS congress in Rwanda
    3. At Catholic media congress, experts warn online exploitation can lead children into human
  4. Europe Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Religión Digital
    1. Pope Leo visits Argentina
    2. Pope Leo XIV visits Uruguay
    3. Pope Leo XIV visits Peru
  5. Oceania The Catholic Weekly · The Catholic Leader
    1. Santa Sabina commissions Elizabeth Brooks as principal
    2. 150 women gather at Punchbowl church
    3. Fr Minje Kim on the surprises of priesthood and overcoming the language barrier

Wednesday, August 5

57 stories · 14 corroborated
  1. 01
    U.S.-China Catholic Association holds 30th conference
    discussCatholic LifeNew 19m ago

    Catholic leaders and scholars gathered in Houston for the 30th biennial international conference.

    2 sourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    Catholic leaders and scholars gathered in Houston for the 30th biennial international conference. The conference aimed to foster relationships between Catholics in the US and China. It was founded in 1989.

    SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  2. 02
    ‘We will come to you,’ Texas archbishop tells migrants in new pastoral letter
    discussBishopsNew 31m ago
    2 sourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  3. 03
    Diocese of Little Rock releases Blessed Stanley Rother movie
    discussCatholic Life3h ago

    A documentary about Blessed Stanley Rother premiered, filling three theaters with over 600 people.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Little RockThe Tablet

    A documentary about Blessed Stanley Rother premiered, filling three theaters with over 600 people. The film sparks hope for new saints inspired by his life.

    SourcesDiocese of Little RockThe Tablet

  4. 04
    Knights of Columbus welcomes 2,000 to Denver convention
    discussCatholic LifeNew 30m ago

    The Knights of Columbus held its 144th Supreme Convention in Denver.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    The Knights of Columbus held its 144th Supreme Convention in Denver. Over 2,000 members attended. The convention included an annual report and awards ceremony.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  5. 05
    Judge rules Burlington parishes not separate from diocese in bankruptcy
    discussDioceses2h ago

    A federal bankruptcy judge has ruled that abuse victims can sue Vermont Catholic parishes in addition to the diocese.

    3 sourcesAngelus NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    A federal bankruptcy judge has ruled that abuse victims can sue Vermont Catholic parishes in addition to the diocese. Parishes are often shielded from litigation, but the judge said they constitute the largest assets in the Burlington Diocese. The ruling affects bankruptcy proceedings.

    SourcesAngelus NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  6. 06
    Pope León XIV visits Argentina
    discussVatican3h ago

    The Argentine bishops expressed joy at the announcement of Pope León XIV's pastoral visit.

    2 sourcesDiocese of ArgentinaReligión Digital

    The Argentine bishops expressed joy at the announcement of Pope León XIV's pastoral visit. Cardinal Rossi comments on the visit, seeing it as a gesture of continuity. The visit is expected to bring encouragement to the Argentine people.

    SourcesDiocese of ArgentinaReligión Digital

  7. 07
    Pope Leo visits Argentina
    discussBishops3h ago

    Archbishop Marcelo Colombo, President of the Argentine Bishops’ Conference, expresses joy about Pope Leo's upcoming visit to Argentina in November.

    3 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamReligión Digital

    Archbishop Marcelo Colombo, President of the Argentine Bishops’ Conference, expresses joy about Pope Leo's upcoming visit to Argentina in November. The visit is expected to bring a message of peace, dignity, and hope. The Pope will be in Argentina from November 8 to 11.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamReligión Digital

  8. 08
    Pope Leo XIV encourages Catholics to deepen prayer through Liturgy of the Hours
    discussLiturgy2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics to embrace the Liturgy of the Hours in their daily lives.

    8 sourcesCatholic ReviewDiocese of ArgentinaOSV News+3

    Pope Leo XIV urged Catholics to embrace the Liturgy of the Hours in their daily lives. He said the church's public prayer is an antidote to a world shaped by technology and consumerism. The Pope made the remarks during his weekly general audience at the Vatican.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewDiocese of ArgentinaOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe Catholic RegisterThe Tablet

  9. 09
    Institute for Family Studies finds young men lonely
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago

    A study by the Institute for Family Studies found that many young men feel lonely, disconnected, and shut out of the American dream.

    6 sourcesAngelus NewsCatholic News AgencyCatholic Star Herald+3

    A study by the Institute for Family Studies found that many young men feel lonely, disconnected, and shut out of the American dream. Over 40% of respondents agreed with the statement 'I am inclined to think that I am a failure'. The study highlights the struggles of young men in the US.

    SourcesAngelus NewsCatholic News AgencyCatholic Star HeraldNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report

  10. 10
    Pope Leo XIV invites prayer for city evangelization
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV's August prayer intention is for evangelization in cities.

    2 sourcesDiocese of CúcutaThe Tablet

    Pope Leo XIV's August prayer intention is for evangelization in cities. He invites Catholics to pray for the Church to reach all people. The intention aims for the Church to effectively evangelize in urban areas.

    SourcesDiocese of CúcutaThe Tablet

  11. 11
    Pope Leo XIV visits Uruguay
    discussBishops2h ago

    Bishop Milton Tróccoli says Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Visit from 6 to 8 November will strengthen evangelisation and renew hope in Uruguay.

    3 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamACI Prensa

    Bishop Milton Tróccoli says Pope Leo XIV's Apostolic Visit from 6 to 8 November will strengthen evangelisation and renew hope in Uruguay. The visit is seen as a gift for the country. It will reaffirm the Christian roots of the Uruguayan people.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamACI Prensa

  12. 12
    Pope Leo XIV visits Peru
    discussVaticanNew 32m ago

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru from 11 to 17 November.

    5 sourcesDiocese of SantarémVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Peru from 11 to 17 November. Cardinal Carlos Castillo, Archbishop of Lima, says the Church and Peruvian people await the Holy Father with joy. The Pope's presence is expected to strengthen faith, brotherhood, and the quest for peace in the country.

    SourcesDiocese of SantarémVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  13. 13
    Pope Leo XIV visits Uruguay, Argentina, Peru
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, 2026.

    38 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, 2026. He will visit several cities, including Montevidéu, Buenos Aires, and Lima. This will be his 6th apostolic journey to Latin America.

    SourcesVatican News

  14. 14
    Diocese of Anápolis holds Concentração Diocesana
    discussDioceses6h ago

    Over 600 missionaries attended the Concentração Diocesana in Anápolis.

    2 sourcesDiocese of IpameriDiocese of Anápolis

    Over 600 missionaries attended the Concentração Diocesana in Anápolis. The event marked a moment of formation, spirituality, and renewal of the missionary commitment. Initially expected to have around 570 participants, the concentration exceeded expectations.

    SourcesDiocese of IpameriDiocese of Anápolis

  15. 15
    Jesus Teaches Lesson on Prayer: ‘Being Together’ With the Father We Love
    discussCatholic LifeNew 4m ago
    CatholicPhilly

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  16. 16
    The Church in the Upper Midwest
    discussCatholic LifeNew 17m ago
    OSV News

    SourcesOSV News

  17. 17
    Catholic Commitment to Affordable Senior Housing Growing Deeper
    discussCatholic LifeNew 31m ago
    CatholicPhilly

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  18. 18
    Angelo Cecco: A ‘Point of Light,’ a Good and Faithful Servant
    discussCatholic LifeNew 33m ago
    CatholicPhilly

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  19. 19
    Archbishop Coakley reflects on ‘the virtue of patriotism’ at Knights of Columbus dinner
    discussBishopsNew 36m ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  20. 20
    Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis launches $250 million capital campaign
    discussDiocesesNew 53m ago
    The Catholic Spirit

    The Archdiocese of St. Paul and Minneapolis has started a capital campaign to strengthen parishes and renovate the Cathedral of St. Paul and the Basilica of St. Mary. The campaign aims to support Catholic education and build community. It is the archdiocese's first major capital campaign in over 20 years.

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

  21. 21
    Catholic Telegraph publishes St. Lawrence coloring page
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    The Catholic Telegraph has published a coloring page of St. Lawrence. The page is available on their website.

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  22. 22
    Citing economic and moral tolls, bishops in Texas and Michigan demand immigration reform
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  23. 23
    4 facts to know about Ceuta, the Spanish border city in Africa
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  24. 24
    First-Class Relic of San Jose Sanchez del Rio To Be Blessed at Stony Point Shrine
    discussLiturgyNew 1h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  25. 25
    Mexican bishops call for religious freedom
    discussReligious FreedomNew 1h ago
    Aid to the Church in Need

    The Catholic bishops of Mexico marked the centenary of the Calles Law with a message. The law imposed restrictions on the Church. ACN joins the call for religious freedom.

    SourcesAid to the Church in Need

  26. 26
    Archbishop Pérez appoints Sister Marie Mechtild Wasserthal
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez has appointed Sister Marie Mechtild Wasserthal as Delegate for Consecrated Life. She will serve as liaison to 66 religious communities in the Archdiocese of Philadelphia.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  27. 27
    Archdiocese receives $125,000 grant
    discussEducationNew 1h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    The Archdiocesan Youth Ministry Office got a $125,000 grant to expand a leadership program. The program empowers teens to lead parish-based service projects. The grant came from the National Federation for Catholic Youth Ministry.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  28. 28
    Migrant ‘invasion’ in Ceuta divides Spanish bishops
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  29. 29
    Richard ‘RJ’ Turco remembered for legacy at Wildwood Catholic
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
    Catholic Star Herald

    SourcesCatholic Star Herald

  30. 30
    Missouri voters reject income tax proposal after bishops warned of its effects on ‘most vulnerable’
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  31. 31
    New USCIRF Chair Says Nigeria Remains Key Concern
    discussReligious Freedom2h ago
    The Tablet

    SourcesThe Tablet

  32. 32
    Brazil's Congress honors Catholic Church's family teachings
    discussLife & Family2h ago
    CNBB

    Brazil's Congress held a solemn session to celebrate the importance of family in the Catholic Church's magisterium. The event marked 45 years of Familiaris Consortio and 10 years of Amoris Laetitia. The Comissão Episcopal para a Vida e a Família and the Frente Parlamentar Católica organized the event.

    SourcesCNBB

  33. 33
    Pope Leo XIV visits 10 South America cities
    discussVatican3h ago
    Angelus News

    Pope Leo XIV will visit 10 cities in Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. The Vatican announced the papal journey. It will take place from Nov. 6-17.

    SourcesAngelus News

  34. 34
    US Faithful Craft World Mission Rosaries For Archbishop Sheen’s Beatification
    discussBishops2h ago
    The Tablet

    SourcesThe Tablet

  35. 35
    Ethiopia landslide kills 14 at monastery ritual, search continues for missing
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

  36. 36
    Bishop Vilsom Basso presides Eucharist for WYD Seoul
    discussBishops3h ago
    CNBB

    The Commission for Youth celebrated one year until WYD Seoul. Bishop Vilsom Basso presided the Eucharist. Bishop Antonio Luiz Catelan concelebrated.

    SourcesCNBB

  37. 37
    Catholic leaders urge scrutiny of AI data centers
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Angelus News

    Catholic environmental advocates call for ethical consideration of AI data centers' energy and water use. They urge the faithful to weigh technology through the lens of stewardship and human dignity.

    SourcesAngelus News

  38. 38
    Asian faith leaders urge moral resistance to fossil fuel expansion
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  39. 39
    Tribunal exime temporalmente a cuatro órdenes de religiosas de la ley de suicidio asistido de Nueva York
    discussCanon Law3h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  40. 40
    Sister Noemi marks 50 years of vows
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    Piccole Suore di S. Giuseppe di Montgay

    Sister Noemi celebrates 50 years of vows. The event took place after a retreat in Makabandilou.

    SourcesPiccole Suore di S. Giuseppe di Montgay

  41. 41
    Peter Kreeft publishes novel
    discussCulture4h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    Peter Kreeft's novel 'An Ocean Full of Angels' is released. The book has 432 pages and costs $34.95.

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  42. 42
    Black Catholic sisters gather in Baltimore
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    Catholic Review

    National Black Sisters’ Conference held annual assembly in Baltimore. Sisters reflected on legacies, renewed commitment to justice and service. They seek new members.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  43. 43
    Bishop Garcia underscores Voting Rights Act significance
    discussBishops4h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    Bishop Garcia emphasizes the importance of the Voting Rights Act. He encourages recommitment to the work that remains.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  44. 44
    Wisdom from the world’s greatest Teacher
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  45. 45
    Cardinale Makrickas presides at Santa Maria Maggiore
    discussVatican3h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  46. 46
    National MAiD watchdog needed as provincial oversight failures mount, critic says
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  47. 47
    A Cinema meeting at the Vatican: Matthew McConaughey and Pope Leo XIV -VIDEO
    discussVatican4h ago
    Rome Reports

    SourcesRome Reports

  48. 48
    Former CBC journalist Brian Stewart to headline CCN event
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  49. 49
    Spiritual neutrality is void of soul
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  50. 50
    Inclusion once again divides
    discussChurch & State4h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  51. 51
    Preparazione alla GMG 2027
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    Pie Discepole del Divin Maestro

    SourcesPie Discepole del Divin Maestro

  52. 52
    New FDA-Approved Blood Test Could Detect Alzheimer’s 5 to 10 Years Before Symptoms Appear
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  53. 53
    Matthew McConaughey’s latest leading role? Vatican visitor
    discussVatican4h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  54. 54
    Bishop Edmund Whalen Talks About Pope Leo’s August Prayer Intention ‘For Evangelization in the City’
    discussVatican4h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  55. 55
    Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious posts member message
    discussReligious Orders5h ago
    Suore Carmelitane del Sacro Cuore di los Angeles

    The Council of Major Superiors of Women Religious published a member message. The message was posted on August 4, 2026.

    SourcesSuore Carmelitane del Sacro Cuore di los Angeles

  56. 56
    Pilgrims returning from Basilica of Guadalupe in Mexico robbed at gunpoint
    discussBishops5h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  57. 57
    A Word from Cardinal Dolan: Queen of the Snows
    discussVatican5h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

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