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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides
  1. 01
    Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas comments on Ukraine attacks
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas discusses recent attacks on civilians in Ukraine.

    Vatican News

    Archbishop Visvaldas Kulbokas discusses recent attacks on civilians in Ukraine. He comments on the situation in the country.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pontifical Mission Societies aid displaced Lebanese families
    discussCatholic Life22h 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
    Pope Leo: Prayer is part of being human
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo discussed prayer in Wednesday's catechesis.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo discussed prayer in Wednesday's catechesis. He said prayer is part of being human. It was part of Kirkens bøn.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    CELAM, CLAR, Caritas launch 'Care Unites Us' campaign
    discussBishops22h 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

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV expresses concern for Ceuta migrants
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV spoke about the situation in Ceuta after the Angelus.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV spoke about the situation in Ceuta after the Angelus. He expressed concern for migrants' rights and stability. The Pope called for peace and justice.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Gangs kill 20 in Gressier, Haiti
    discussChurch & State22h ago

    At least 20 people were killed by criminal gangs in Gressier, near Port-au-Prince.

    Agenzia Fides

    At least 20 people were killed by criminal gangs in Gressier, near Port-au-Prince. The gangs, including 'Viv Ansanm', attacked and burned victims. Authorities are criticized for inaction.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

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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 Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · ACI Africa · The Southern Cross
    1. Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference begins synodal journey
    2. “Use abilities that God has given you”: Vatican Official Cautions Against Replacing Human Creativity with AI
    3. New Vocation Guide Launched to Help Foster Vocations
  2. America National Catholic Register · Catholic News Agency · Word on Fire
    1. Catholic marriage advocates urge support
    2. The Scandal of Divine Hiddenness
    3. Let the Grievance Go
  3. Asia LiCAS News · CBCP News · Vatican News
    1. Vatican, SIGNIS initiatives strengthen religious sisters’ role in communication
    2. Southern Tagalog bishops, priests gather
    3. ‘Look, My Lady!’: New book celebrates transformative power of Catholic women in Thailand
  4. Europe Církev.cz · Vatican News
    1. ČBK and Ekumenická rada církví sign cooperation memo
    2. Bishop Vlastimil Kročil appoints Zdenek Mareš
    3. Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
  5. Oceania Catholic Outlook · The Southern Cross · The Catholic Weekly
    1. Making a Difference: The insanity of possessing nuclear weapons
    2. Saints and sinners aren’t made overnight
    3. Bishop Vincent Long mourns Fr Eugene Stockton's death

Thursday, August 6

45 stories · 14 corroborated
  1. 01
    Catholic marriage advocates urge support
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago

    Catholic marriage advocates urge continued support for married couples.

    2 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

    Catholic marriage advocates urge continued support for married couples. Divorce rates for couples married in the last 15 years are lower than earlier generations.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi with participants of the 'GO!

    3 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Assisi with participants of the 'GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026'. He called on young people to boldly witness their faith and build a 'civilization of love'. A young man asked the Pope to pray for the courage to follow Christ.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1m ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with young participants in the 'Go!

    2 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with young participants in the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026!' in Assisi. He invited them to follow Christ and build a 'civilization of love'. The Pope encouraged the young people to overcome resignation and fear, and to serve life in tragic scenarios of death.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    Pope encourages young people to 'touch the suffering flesh of others' in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi for the Franciscan Youth Meeting.

    4 sourcesVatican NewsTK KBSRome Reports+1

    Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi for the Franciscan Youth Meeting. He encouraged young people to overcome fear and write new pages of history. The Pope was greeted by local authorities and the bishop of the Diocese of Assisi–Nocera Umbra–Gualdo Tadino.

    SourcesVatican NewsTK KBSRome ReportsCanção Nova

  5. 05
    Pizzaballa inaugurates Global House of Friendship and Hope
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Pierbattista Pizzaballa visits Assisi to launch a new international project.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsTK KBS

    Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Pierbattista Pizzaballa visits Assisi to launch a new international project. He expresses concern over the situation in the Holy Land, describing it as 'neither war nor peace'. Pizzaballa also discusses the upcoming papal visit to Assisi and the community of believers in Gaza.

    SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS

  6. 06
    Church celebrates Transfiguration
    discussLiturgy5h ago

    The Church commemorates the Transfiguration of Jesus.

    2 sourcesAngelus NewsArchdiocese of Madre di Dio a Mosca

    The Church commemorates the Transfiguration of Jesus. Jesus revealed his divinity to three disciples through a miraculous light. The feast is celebrated on August 6.

    SourcesAngelus NewsArchdiocese of Madre di Dio a Mosca

  7. 07
    Leon XIV meets youth in Asyżu
    discussVatican2h ago

    Leon XIV spoke to youth in Asyżu about rebuilding the Church.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsNiedziela

    Leon XIV spoke to youth in Asyżu about rebuilding the Church. He emphasized that every believer has a role in this process. The Pope also discussed reconciliation and evangelical radicalism.

    SourcesVatican NewsNiedziela

  8. 08
    Visvaldas Kulbokas condemns war in Ukraine
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Visvaldas Kulbokas, Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, denounces the increasing civilian casualties due to bombings.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsReligión Digital

    Visvaldas Kulbokas, Apostolic Nuncio to Ukraine, denounces the increasing civilian casualties due to bombings. He praises Pope Leo XIV's calls for peace and expresses concern over those who justify or bless the war. The situation on the ground in Ukraine is dire with continuous bombardments in the capital and other cities.

    SourcesVatican NewsReligión Digital

  9. 09
    Catholic Church celebrates Feast of Transfiguration
    discussLiturgyNew 1h ago

    The Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord on August 6th.

    6 sourcesDiocese of Port of SpainArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican News+3

    The Catholic Church celebrates the Feast of the Transfiguration of the Lord on August 6th. The feast commemorates the transfiguration of Jesus Christ on Mount Tabor. It is a significant event in the life of Jesus Christ and a reminder of his glory.

    SourcesDiocese of Port of SpainArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican NewsTK KBSACI StampaCatholic World Report

  10. 10
    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass for participants in the 'Go!

    2 sourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass for participants in the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting' at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli in Assisi. The Mass was held on the Feast of the Transfiguration. The Pope reflected on the transformation of Francis and Clare.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

  11. 11
    Iran and Oman reach agreement on Hormuz Strait
    discussChurch & State2h ago

    Iran and Oman have reached a preliminary agreement on the Hormuz Strait, excluding the US.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana

    Iran and Oman have reached a preliminary agreement on the Hormuz Strait, excluding the US. The agreement includes a 60-day ceasefire and the resumption of negotiations with Washington. The deal aims to regulate maritime traffic for merchant and oil ships.

    SourcesVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana

  12. 12
    RTÉ features Cork's 100th Eucharistic Procession
    discussCatholic Life3h ago

    RTÉ Nationwide featured the 100th Cork Eucharistic Procession, showcasing its history and significance.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Cork and RossThe Irish Catholic

    RTÉ Nationwide featured the 100th Cork Eucharistic Procession, showcasing its history and significance. The procession, established in 1926, is a prayer for peace and reconciliation. Over 5,000 people participated despite rain.

    SourcesDiocese of Cork and RossThe Irish Catholic

  13. 13
    Pope Leo XIV tells Assisi youth to be new saints
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with young people in Assisi, urging them to become new saints.

    9 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass with young people in Assisi, urging them to become new saints. He called on them to reject the culture of power and follow Jesus. The Pope spoke at the Basilica of Santa Maria degli Angeli during the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026'.

    SourcesVatican News

  14. 14
    Pope Leo XIV meets young people in Assisi
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with young people in Assisi, answering their questions and encouraging them to build a civilization of love.

    13 sourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV met with young people in Assisi, answering their questions and encouraging them to build a civilization of love. He emphasized the importance of radicality in the Gospel and being open to everyone. The meeting was part of the 'Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026' event.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News

  15. 15
    Vatican, SIGNIS initiatives strengthen religious sisters’ role in communication
    discussVaticanNew 32m ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  16. 16
    ČBK and Ekumenická rada církví sign cooperation memo
    discussBishopsNew 52m ago
    Církev.cz

    ČBK and Ekumenická rada církví signed a memorandum on cooperation. The memo confirms joint steps for the new EU program period 2028-2034. The signing took place at Velehrad.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  17. 17
    Brazil Bishops' Commission marks anniversaries of Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago

    The Episcopal Commission for Life and Family of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil celebrated the 45th anniversary of Familiaris Consortio and the 10th anniversary of Amoris…

    Vatican News

    The Episcopal Commission for Life and Family of the National Conference of Bishops of Brazil celebrated the 45th anniversary of Familiaris Consortio and the 10th anniversary of Amoris Laetitia. The commission's assessor, Father Rodolfo Chagas Pinho, emphasized the need for parliament to focus on family care.

    SourcesVatican News

  18. 18
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference begins synodal journey
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

    The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference starts its synodal journey to 2028. The journey aims to build a listening church across Africa.

    SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference

  19. 19
    Vatican releases August 06 2026 Angelus and Rosary
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Vatican News publishes August 06 2026 Angelus and Rosary.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News publishes August 06 2026 Angelus and Rosary. The video is available on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  20. 20
    Curitiba Archdiocese celebrates Dom Pedro Fedalto's 100 years
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago

    The Archdiocese of Curitiba will hold a Thanksgiving Mass on August 11, 2026, for Dom Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto's 100 years.

    Vatican News

    The Archdiocese of Curitiba will hold a Thanksgiving Mass on August 11, 2026, for Dom Pedro Antônio Marchetti Fedalto's 100 years. The Mass will be at 10:30 am.

    SourcesVatican News

  21. 21
    Pope encourages youth to follow the Risen One
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leon XIV celebrated Mass at the Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026 in Assisi.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leon XIV celebrated Mass at the Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026 in Assisi. He urged the youth to follow the Risen One. The meeting's theme is 'Go!'

    SourcesVatican News

  22. 22
    The Scandal of Divine Hiddenness
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  23. 23
    Southern Tagalog bishops, priests gather
    discussBishops2h ago
    CBCP News

    Catholic bishops and priests from Southern Tagalog gathered in the Diocese of Calapan for the SOLTARE gathering. The event renewed their fraternity. It was held this week.

    SourcesCBCP News

  24. 24
    Bishop Vlastimil Kročil appoints Zdenek Mareš
    discussDioceses2h ago
    Církev.cz

    Bishop Vlastimil Kročil appointed Zdenek Mareš as a chaplain of His Holiness Pope Leo XIV. The appointment was made during a ceremony in the České Budějovice cathedral. The ceremony was part of a celebration in honor of St. Auracián.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  25. 25
    ‘It is good for us to be here’: A reflection on the transfiguration of Jesus
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    OSV News

    SourcesOSV News

  26. 26
    Mladí hasiči meet at Štípa pilgrimage
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Církev.cz

    The first Young Firefighters' Pilgrimage will take place on August 29 in Štípa. The event is organized by hasičské sbory IX. okrsku Držková, farností Štípa, and Mons. František Sedláček.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  27. 27
    The Beautiful Invisible: Jan Twardowski’s Poetic Lessons on Loving in Solitude
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Church Life Journal

    SourcesChurch Life Journal

  28. 28
    19ª domenica T. O. – Anno A (9.8.2026) TF
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  29. 29
    Pope Leo XIV urges youth to build civilization of love
    discussVatican3h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  30. 30
    19ª domenica T. O. – Anno A (9.8.2026) GT
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  31. 31
    Mary who will welcome Pope Leo might have her most interesting title
    discussVatican2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  32. 32
    Solidarietà alle famiglie di Spin Time
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  33. 33
    Let the Grievance Go
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  34. 34
    ‘Look, My Lady!’: New book celebrates transformative power of Catholic women in Thailand
    discussCulture3h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  35. 35
    Pope Leo XIV to visit Argentina
    discussVatican4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru, Uruguay, and Argentina is confirmed for November.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV's visit to Peru, Uruguay, and Argentina is confirmed for November. Cardinal Angel Rossi comments on the visit.

    SourcesVatican News

  36. 36
    “Use abilities that God has given you”: Vatican Official Cautions Against Replacing Human Creativity with AI
    discussVatican3h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  37. 37
    Vatican News marks Hiroshima bombing anniversary
    discussCulture4h ago

    Vatican News recalls the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, warning of nuclear threats.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News recalls the atomic bombing of Hiroshima, warning of nuclear threats. The New START deadline and AI in military systems pose obstacles to peace. Researcher Matteo Taucci highlights Hibakusha testimonies.

    SourcesVatican News

  38. 38
    German nun's legacy continues transforming the lives of disabled Indonesians
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  39. 39
    Missionary roles reverse as Bangladeshi nun cares for elderly Catholic sisters in Italy
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  40. 40
    Lawsuit seeks fossil fuel-free 401(k) plan on religious grounds
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  41. 41
    The pope's words moved a Republican to challenge South Dakota's death penalty. The state is not ready.
    discussVatican4h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  42. 42
    2 years after leaving religious life: Reflections on grace, marriage and clericalism
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  43. 43
    The quiet revolution at the Vatican
    discussVatican4h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  44. 44
    Japanese bishops mark Hiroshima and Nagasaki bombings
    discussBishops4h ago

    Japanese bishops invite reflection on the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.

    Vatican News

    Japanese bishops invite reflection on the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. Cardinal Isao Tarcisio Kikuchi calls for peace. The bishops remember the victims and environmental disasters caused by the bombings.

    SourcesVatican News

  45. 45
    Pope Leo XIV issues Magnifica humanitas
    discussVatican5h ago

    Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica humanitas emphasizes human dignity.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV's encyclical Magnifica humanitas emphasizes human dignity. It focuses on human personality and encourages hope for the future. The document discusses the role of humans in the era of artificial intelligence.

    SourcesVatican News

Wednesday, August 5

12 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Parish of Teis honors patron
    discussCatholic Life5h ago

    The Parish of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves in Teis celebrated its patron saint's day.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Tui-VigoDiocese of Sisak

    The Parish of Nuestra Señora de las Nieves in Teis celebrated its patron saint's day. The Diocese of Tui-Vigo and Diocese of Sisak reported on similar celebrations.

    SourcesDiocese of Tui-VigoDiocese of Sisak

  2. 02
    Hearers of the Word: The Liturgy
    discussLiturgy6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  3. 03
    Irish Dominican Order’s ‘miraculous’ revival is also down to ‘great men’ – historian
    discussReligious Orders5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  4. 04
    Baroness O’Loan recalls murdered priest and asks for Holy See review of Catholic Church in China
    discussVatican5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  5. 05
    Jubilees in Down and Connor: two priests thanked for saying ‘yes’ to God’s call
    discussBishops5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  6. 06
    Knock offers more than healing and miracles – rector
    discussBishops5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  7. 07
    Catholic Historical Society conference to reflect on Ireland’s places of worship
    discussBishops5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  8. 08
    Dublin Eucharistic procession to invite Catholics to ‘come home’
    discussLiturgy5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  9. 09
    Govt has forgotten their own words, say Priests Against Genocide
    discussChurch & State5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  10. 10
    New Dominican theology course for laity aims to help ‘re-evangelise Ireland’
    discussReligious Orders5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  11. 11
    Priest pays tribute to Comedian father and his faith
    discussDioceses5h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

  12. 12
    Questions of Faith: Should a priest do a Mass intention ‘for the people of the parish’ when there are more specific intentions waiting?
    discussDioceses6h ago
    The Irish Catholic

    SourcesThe Irish Catholic

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