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Agenzia Fides · Vatican News · L'Osservatore Romano · ACI Stampa- 02 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences for the death of King Harald V of Norway.
3 sources·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoACI Stampa
Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences for the death of King Harald V of Norway. The Pope sent a telegram to the new King Haakon VIII, the royal family, and the Norwegian people. He remembered the king's many years of devoted service and offered his prayers for the king's eternal rest.
- 03 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV received members of the Institut International des Sciences Administratives in the Vatican.
3 sources·Holy See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV received members of the Institut International des Sciences Administratives in the Vatican. The Pope addressed the group, discussing the need for balance in the use of digital technologies. The Institut International des Sciences Administratives is an organization that aims to promote responsible governance and administration.
- 04 discussBishopsNew1h ago
The Italian Episcopal Conference allocates 500,000 euros for humanitarian emergencies in Colombia, Peru, Indonesia, and Nepal.
6 sources·Chiesa Cattolica ItalianaDiocese of PattiVatican News+3
The Italian Episcopal Conference allocates 500,000 euros for humanitarian emergencies in Colombia, Peru, Indonesia, and Nepal. The funds will be used to support the affected communities through Caritas Italiana and local Caritas organizations. Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, President of the CEI, emphasizes the importance of solidarity with those affected by the crises.
SourcesChiesa Cattolica ItalianaDiocese of PattiVatican NewsDiocese of TrentoDiocese of CastellanetaToscana Oggi
- 05 discussChurch & StateUpdated5h ago
Father Silas Bogati, Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Nepal, appeals for prayers for Nepal after a devastating flood.
3 sources·Agenzia FidesAgenzia SIRToscana Oggi
Father Silas Bogati, Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Nepal, appeals for prayers for Nepal after a devastating flood. The flood has caused 469 deaths and over 2000 people are missing. Father Bogati reports that around 25 Catholic families in the disaster area appear to be safe.
- 06 discussChurch & StateNew48m ago
Pope Leo XIV encourages the International Institute of Administrative Sciences to continue research on humanizing digital technologies.
4 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV encourages the International Institute of Administrative Sciences to continue research on humanizing digital technologies. He warns of the risk that humanity could become victim to its own inventions. The Pope emphasizes the need to prioritize the well-being of the human family over private interests.
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.
Friday, August 28
55 stories · 19 corroborated- 01 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Cardinal Roberto Repole, Bishop of Susa and Archbishop of Torino, comments on the closure of Rifugio Massi in Oulx.
2 sources·Diocese of SusaDiocese of Torino
Cardinal Roberto Repole, Bishop of Susa and Archbishop of Torino, comments on the closure of Rifugio Massi in Oulx. He expresses gratitude to volunteers and institutions that collaborated in the reception of migrants. The Rifugio Massi was supported by the Church of Susa, the Waldensian Diaconia, and other associations.
- 02 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed condolences for the death of King Harald V of Norway.
2 sources·Religión DigitalInfoVaticana
Pope Leo XIV expressed condolences for the death of King Harald V of Norway. The king died at 89 in Oslo. The Pope sent a telegram to Haakon VIII.
SourcesReligión DigitalInfoVaticana
- 03 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes FDA mifepristone regulation.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Sen. Bill Cassidy criticizes FDA mifepristone regulation. Cassidy says FDA should reinstate in-person dispensing requirement. Cassidy chairs Senate Health Committee.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
The Katolikus Karitász hosted nearly 4,000 children in summer camps across Hungary.
2 sources·Diocese of GyőrMagyar Kurír
The Katolikus Karitász hosted nearly 4,000 children in summer camps across Hungary. The camps provided a chance for children to spend time together and participate in cultural and developmental activities. The program was concluded with a closing event in Balatonakaliban.
SourcesDiocese of GyőrMagyar Kurír
- 05 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation of 26 members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul from the United States.
6 sources·17 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation of 26 members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul from the United States. He thanked them for their "testimony of faith" and encouraged them to continue serving the poor with generosity. The Pope emphasized that prayer and social justice are inseparable, citing the example of St. Vincent de Paul.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Catholics in Estonia reflect on Blessed Eduard Profittlich's call for ecumenical dialogue and peace.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Catholics in Estonia reflect on Blessed Eduard Profittlich's call for ecumenical dialogue and peace. The first anniversary of his beatification is marked. Estonians celebrate the enduring legacy of Blessed Profittlich.
- 07 discussLiturgyNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV will preside over 7 liturgies in September and October.
4 sources·11 reports·Holy See Press OfficeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV will preside over 7 liturgies in September and October. The Holy See Press Office has published the calendar of liturgical celebrations. The Pope will visit France and UNESCO. He will also preside over the inauguration of the Academic Year of the Pontifical Universities and a Mass for the 10th anniversary of the publication of Amoris laetitia.
- 08 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Norwegian churches ring bells to mourn King Harald V. Catholic Bishop of Oslo Fredrik Hansen praises the king.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
Norwegian churches ring bells to mourn King Harald V. Catholic Bishop of Oslo Fredrik Hansen praises the king. King Harald V. died at 89.
SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
- 09 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA.
2 sources·3 reports·The Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with a delegation of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul USA. He encouraged them to deepen their relationship with God and to serve others. The Pope emphasized the importance of prayer and social justice.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News
- 10 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV received the credential letters of the new Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Holy See, Tarandip Kaur Sandhu.
2 sources·3 reports·Holy See Press OfficeL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV received the credential letters of the new Ambassador of the United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland to the Holy See, Tarandip Kaur Sandhu. The presentation took place in the Vatican Apostolic Palace. Sandhu was born in Leicester and has served in various diplomatic roles.
- 11 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul from the United States of America.
2 sources·4 reports·Holy See Press OfficeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Society of Saint Vincent de Paul from the United States of America. The Pope greeted the delegation and thanked them for their devoted service. He encouraged them to deepen their relationship with the Lord and to follow the example of Saint Vincent de Paul.
- 12 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Vatican News and Diocese of Benevento publish documents on August 28, 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of BeneventoVatican News
Vatican News and Diocese of Benevento publish documents on August 28, 2026. Vatican News publishes a news article. Diocese of Benevento publishes Determina n. 18 - FCD.
- 13 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Archbishop Eamon C. Martin of Armagh, primate of Ireland, reflects on the life of Venerable Father Edward Flanagan.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Archbishop Eamon C. Martin of Armagh, primate of Ireland, reflects on the life of Venerable Father Edward Flanagan. Father Flanagan's life advocating care for troubled youth still serves as an inspiration to the world.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 14 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Bischof Manfred Scheuer and Bischofsvikar Slawomir Dadas lead a delegation to Nordirak.
2 sources·Diocese of LinzVatican News
Bischof Manfred Scheuer and Bischofsvikar Slawomir Dadas lead a delegation to Nordirak. The delegation visits the Ninive-Ebene and the Autonome Region Kurdistan.
SourcesDiocese of LinzVatican News
- 16 discussCultureNew4h ago
The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli hosted the first meeting of the Festival della Parola 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of Massa Carrara–PontremoliToscana Oggi
The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli hosted the first meeting of the Festival della Parola 2026. The event took place in Avenza and was attended by Bishop Mario Vaccari. The meeting was curated by architect Roberto Ghelfi and focused on the theme «Personaggi e racconti di Genesi 1-11 nell’arte».
- 17 discussChurch & StateUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King's decades of devoted service to the Scandinavian…
8 sources·18 reports·Holy See Press OfficeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King's decades of devoted service to the Scandinavian nation. King Harald V died at the age of 89.
- 18 discussCultureNew5h ago
A flood in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River has killed 538 people and left nearly 1,400 missing.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
A flood in Nepal's Bhotekoshi River has killed 538 people and left nearly 1,400 missing. A lake on the Tibetan side is feared to overflow.
- 19 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Bishop Erik Varden prayed for King Harald V, invoking a ninth-century prayer for the dying.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI Digital
Bishop Erik Varden prayed for King Harald V, invoking a ninth-century prayer for the dying. He commended the king to God's mercy on behalf of Norwegian Catholics. The bishop hailed the king as a 'stable pillar'.
- 20 discussReligious OrdersNew44m ago
Order of Preachers
The Order of Preachers held a Continental Forum on Dominican Communication. The forum brought together communicators, religious, and radio professionals to discuss preaching through radio and digital platforms.
SourcesOrder of Preachers
- 24 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference urges exorcists to unite discernment with prayer. The conference emphasizes the importance of prayer in the discernment process.
- 25 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
Bishop Masilo John Selemela talks about the ministry of exorcism. He discusses the topic in a YouTube video.
- 28 discussChurch & StateNew51m ago
CNBB·Perspective
Dom Walmor Oliveira de Azevedo, Archbishop of Belo Horizonte, writes on the importance of credible politics. He emphasizes that politics should not be extinguished, even in the face of disappointments. The Church has a role in promoting humanistic and social values.
SourcesCNBB
- 35 discussBishopsNew4h ago
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Samir Nassar and appointed Rev. Sharbel (Ghattas) Maroun as the new Archbishop of Damasco dei Maroniti.
Holy See Press Office
The Holy Father has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Samir Nassar and appointed Rev. Sharbel (Ghattas) Maroun as the new Archbishop of Damasco dei Maroniti. Rev. Maroun was previously the Protosincello of the Eparchy of Our Lady of Lebanon of Los Angeles.
SourcesHoly See Press Office
- 36 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
FSSPX.News·Perspective
Abbé Daniele Di Sorco explains how pastors' gestures can convey doctrines contrary to traditional Church teaching. He gave an interview to the District d'Italie of the Fraternité Saint-Pie X.
SourcesFSSPX.News
- 41 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Società per le Missioni Estere di Parigi
François Pallu's youth in Tours influenced his missionary vocation. He later founded the MEP.
- 44 discussCultureNew5h ago
Církev.cz
Three churches and the bishop's residence in Litoměřice will be decorated with flower arrangements as part of the Rozkvetlé dědictví Zahrady Čech project. The project accompanies the 50th anniversary of a traditional exhibition and combines floristic creation with the history and architecture of Litoměřice's monuments.
SourcesCírkev.cz
- 45 discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
Jesuits Global
Jesuits Global launches Magis-Haïti, a program for Haiti's young people. The program aims to bring hope to Haiti's youth.
SourcesJesuits Global
- 48 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Menschen finden neu zum Glauben.
Vatican News
Menschen finden neu zum Glauben. Jugendliche übernehmen Verantwortung.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Partner organisations provide emergency aid.
Vatican News
Partner organisations provide emergency aid. Situation remains tense.
SourcesVatican News
- 53 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Order of Preachers
Memphis honors Samuel Henderson, a formerly enslaved man and Catholic convert who served the sick and dying during the yellow fever epidemic. Henderson aided Dominican friars. A section of Adams Avenue will bear his name.
SourcesOrder of Preachers
- 54 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Dottrinari
Padre Lorenzo Rossit died on August 19, 2026, at the age of 79. His funeral was held on August 21 in Giai. He was buried in Gruaro, in the province of Venice.
SourcesDottrinari
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