Leon XIV will visit Peru from November 11-17. Preparations are underway in Cuzco. He spent over 20 years in Peru.
SourcesVatican News
Sunday, August 16, 2026 · 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano · Português · Français · Polski
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Diocese of Hallam · Diocese of Warszawa-Praga- 02 discussChurch & State16h ago
Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Agenzia Fides
Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Brazil recalled its ambassador to Buenos Aires. The crisis unfolds ahead of Brazil's presidential election.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussCatholic Life10h ago
Pope Leo XIV sent a message to participants of the Third National Youth Day in Monterrey, Mexico.
4 sources·14 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV sent a message to participants of the Third National Youth Day in Monterrey, Mexico. He reminded them that the purpose of life is to unite with Jesus and attain holiness. The Pope encouraged young people to be witnesses of Christ and signs of hope in a world marked by violence and indifference.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussCatholic Life15h ago
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 38 people and displacing thousands.
3 sources·12 reports·Vatican News
A 7.7 magnitude earthquake struck Indonesia's Flores island, killing at least 38 people and displacing thousands. The Diocese of Labuan Bajo canceled a Catholic festival due to the disaster. Several churches and chapels were damaged, and the Archbishop of Ende, Paulus Budi Kleden, called for vigilance and prayer.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussCatholic Life15h ago
Thousands of people walk hundreds of miles to Jasna Góra in Poland.
3 sources·4 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Warszawa-Praga
Thousands of people walk hundreds of miles to Jasna Góra in Poland. The season of walking pilgrimages reaches its peak on August 15. This tradition remains a vivid expression of faith and community in Poland.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Warszawa-Praga
- 06 discussLiturgy1d ago
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation.
Agenzia Fides
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation. They emphasized the need for a rigorous understanding of inculturation, warning against adding elements that obscure the mystery. The congress saw 112 participants from 11 African countries.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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Sunday, August 16
5 stories · 1 corroborated- 01 discussCultureNew1m ago
A Polish bus crashed in Hungary, killing 12 and injuring at least 10.
2 sources·NiedzielaGość Niedzielny
A Polish bus crashed in Hungary, killing 12 and injuring at least 10. Premier Peter Magyar announced the accident on Facebook.
SourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
A Mass was held in Militello for Pippo Baudo, a year after his death. The Mass took place in the sanctuary he chose for his farewell. The parish priest, don Sebastiano Cristaudo, spoke about Baudo's devotion to Mary.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
Saturday, August 15
51 stories · 15 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic LifeUpdated3h ago
Bishops from several dioceses, including Nice, Port of Spain, and Ancona-Osimo, comment on the Gospel reading from Matthew 15:21-28.
4 sources·5 reports·Knisja MaltijaDiocese of Port of SpainDiocese of Ancona–Osimo+1
Bishops from several dioceses, including Nice, Port of Spain, and Ancona-Osimo, comment on the Gospel reading from Matthew 15:21-28. The reading tells the story of a Canaanite woman who asks Jesus to heal her daughter. The bishops reflect on the significance of this story for the Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time.
SourcesKnisja MaltijaDiocese of Port of SpainDiocese of Ancona–OsimoDiocese of Nice
- 02 discussLiturgyUpdated5h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta has posted the Sunday Mass for August 16, 2026, at 9:30am.
2 sources·3 reports·Knisja MaltijaMagyar Kurír
The Archdiocese of Malta has posted the Sunday Mass for August 16, 2026, at 9:30am. The Mass includes a prayer for spiritual communion. The archdiocese also invites donations to support its mission.
SourcesKnisja MaltijaMagyar Kurír
- 03 discussBishops12h ago
Bishop Roko Glasnović celebrated the Assumption of Mary in Dubrovnik.
2 sources·Diocese of DubrovnikAgência Ecclesia
Bishop Roko Glasnović celebrated the Assumption of Mary in Dubrovnik. He led a pontifical Eucharistic celebration and blessed boats and travelers. Bishop João Lavrador also presided over the Assumption Mass in Viana do Castelo, presenting Mary as a sign of 'new humanity'.
- 04 discussVatican15h ago
Pope León XIV has appointed Mons. Angelo Accattino as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Colombia.
7 sources·Conferencia Episcopal de ColombiaVatican NewsDiocese of Casale Monferrato+3
Pope León XIV has appointed Mons. Angelo Accattino as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Colombia. Accattino, currently Nuncio to Tanzania, will succeed Mons. Paolo Rudelli. He has previous experience in Colombia, having worked at the Nunciature early in his career.
SourcesConferencia Episcopal de ColombiaVatican NewsDiocese of Casale MonferratoVida NuevaACI PrensaReligión Digital
- 05 discussCatholic Life8h ago
Cardenal José Cobo celebrated the feast of the Virgen de La Paloma in Madrid.
2 sources·Alfa y OmegaVida Nueva
Cardenal José Cobo celebrated the feast of the Virgen de La Paloma in Madrid. He urged people to combat unwanted loneliness. The tradition dates back to 1923.
SourcesAlfa y OmegaVida Nueva
- 06 discussVatican15h ago
Pope Leo XIV prayed for peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and Russia during his Angelus address.
7 sources·14 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV prayed for peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and Russia during his Angelus address. He also offered prayers for Colombia following an earthquake. The Pope invoked Mary's intercession for those in need of consolation and hope.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussCatholic Life13h ago
The Europe's tallest statue of Mary was blessed on August 15 in Konotopie, Poland.
5 sources·7 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamGość Niedzielny+1
The Europe's tallest statue of Mary was blessed on August 15 in Konotopie, Poland. Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski said the monument is meant to turn people's thoughts toward God and serve as a place of prayer. The statue is over 55 meters tall.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamGość NiedzielnyAlfa y Omega
- 08 discussCatholic LifeUpdated3h ago
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco gave a homily at the Pèlerinage national de Lourdes.
2 sources·Catholic New YorkLa Croix
Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco gave a homily at the Pèlerinage national de Lourdes. He reflected on the Gospel of John. Fr. Nicholas Callaghan also delivered a homily on the Feast of the Assumption.
SourcesCatholic New YorkLa Croix
- 09 discussVatican16h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo.
9 sources·13 reports·Vatican NewsACI Stampa
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo. He reflected on the true beauty of humanity, found in love. The pope urged the faithful to reject consumerist standards in favor of love.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa
- 10 discussVatican17h ago
Pope appoints Pintér Gábor as apostolic nuncio to Tonga.
2 sources·Vatican NewsMagyar Kurír
Pope appoints Pintér Gábor as apostolic nuncio to Tonga. He is currently nuncio to several Pacific nations. The appointment was made on August 15.
SourcesVatican NewsMagyar Kurír
- 12 discussVatican14h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Assumption at Castel Gandolfo, emphasizing the importance of love.
7 sources·16 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Assumption at Castel Gandolfo, emphasizing the importance of love. He prayed for suffering nations and persecuted Christians.
SourcesVatican News
- 13 discussChurch & State19h ago
Venezuela's socialist government and opposition agreed to reform the justice system and address the needs of those affected by the double earthquake.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Venezuela's socialist government and opposition agreed to reform the justice system and address the needs of those affected by the double earthquake. They also plan to recover frozen assets.
- 14 discussCatholic Life19h ago
Father Fernando Cuevas used WhatsApp to help over 1,200 people find a spouse.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Father Fernando Cuevas used WhatsApp to help over 1,200 people find a spouse. He used a questionnaire and important criteria to match singles. The goal was to find partners who want Christ at the center of their lives.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 17 discussDiocesesNew1h ago
Mirifica News
An earthquake with a magnitude of 7.7 occurred on August 15, 2026. The Archbishop of Ende warned the faithful. Mass was held outside the church.
SourcesMirifica News
- 18 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
Religión Digital
Ramón Valdivia, administrator of the diocese of Cádiz and Ceuta, says no masses have been suspended. He aims to promote faith and hope.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 22 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Rome Reports
An ancient Egyptian obelisk is located in St. Peter's Square. It was created by ancient civilizations to connect with their gods. Now, it helps Catholics connect with God.
SourcesRome Reports
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
A Catholic priest sits in a beach chair in Ostseebad Dahme and listens to tourists. A vacationer says such conversations give her strength.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 26 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Desde la Fe
Cardenal Carlos Aguiar Retes spoke about María as a model of obedience and fidelity to God. He emphasized following Christ leads to eternal life.
SourcesDesde la Fe
- 30 discussDioceses9h ago
ACI Prensa
The Archdiocese of Caracas has two new auxiliary bishops. They were ordained in Caracas. The Archbishop of Caracas, Mons. Raúl Biord, presided over the ceremony.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 31 discussReligious Orders11h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Fr. António Maria Alves Júnior of the Carmelite Order in Portugal passed away at 97. He died at the Casa São Nuno community in Fátima. The Order do Carmo announced his death.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 32 discussVatican12h ago
Vida Nueva
Carlos Márquez, auxiliary bishop of Caracas, is appointed apostolic administrator of Guarenas after the death of Bishop Tulio Ramírez. The appointment comes after the see became vacant. Márquez takes on the new role in Venezuela.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 33 discussBishops12h ago
Religión Digital
Bishop Mario de Jesús Álvarez Gómez requests urgent attention for Chocó and Buenaventura. He asks President Abelardo de la Espriella and his cabinet to take action.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 34 discussCatholic Life12h ago
Religión Digital
Father Nelson Giraldo Mejía, chaplain of Universidad Tecnológica de Pereira, prays with a replica of Nuestra Señora de la Pobreza. He carries the image through the streets of Pereira, which was devastated by an earthquake.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 36 discussCatholic Life13h ago
Magyar Kurír
Sík Sándor's poem Magyarok Nagyasszonya is featured. The poem is a prayer to the Virgin Mary. It is published on the eve of St. Stephen's feast day.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 37 discussReligious Freedom13h ago
Religión Digital
Abelardo Mata, a prominent Catholic figure in Nicaragua, has reappeared after being kidnapped. He was known for criticizing the government. Mata was missing for 40 days.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 38 discussReligious Orders14h ago
Magyar Kurír
Ferenc-Mária OSC, apátnő of Hungarian Clarissans, talks about living the Gospel. She spoke at the Ferences Világi Rend Gyékényes Káptalan in Esztergom.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 39 discussVatican14h ago
Catholic New York
Vatican City State Mint releases new coins for the pope's pontificate and the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi. The coins feature Pope Leo XIV's face.
SourcesCatholic New York
- 40 discussCatholic Life16h ago
The Catholic Church in Papua-New Guinea promotes unity across tribal divisions and engages in conflict resolution.
Vatican News
The Catholic Church in Papua-New Guinea promotes unity across tribal divisions and engages in conflict resolution. The Diocese of Bougainville celebrates 125 years of evangelization. A priest comments on the role of Christian identity in uniting the country.
SourcesVatican News
- 41 discussCulture15h ago
Magyar Kurír
A new exhibit has opened at Régi Műcsarnok featuring Strobl Alajos. The exhibit is a result of collaboration between the Strobl family and the Képzőművészeti Egyetem. The building's facade has been restored.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 42 discussDioceses15h ago
Religión Digital
The Diocese of Jaca is close to the populations affected by the fire. Bishop Pedro Aguado thanks those fighting the fire and hosting evacuees. The diocese feels fragile and sad but still trusts its people.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 43 discussCatholic Life17h ago
CBCP News
The head of Manila's Roman Catholic Church urged Catholics to consider the faith they will leave to future generations. This occurred during San Sebastian Basilica's jubilee celebration. The cardinal's statement was made to Catholics gathered at the event.
SourcesCBCP News
- 47 discussCatholic Life18h ago
Oblate di Nazareth
The Oblate di Nazareth is hosting an Environment and Spirituality Summit. The summit features four speakers and focuses on 'Grounded Resistance'.
SourcesOblate di Nazareth
- 49 discussVatican16h ago
Catholic New York
Pope Leo XIV addressed US nuns in Orlando via video, urging them to promote vocations among young people. He called for increased efforts to invite youth to consecrated life.
SourcesCatholic New York
- 50 discussEducation17h ago
National Catholic Reporter
The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Nov 3 in a case involving Catholic preschools and Colorado's universal preschool program. The case centers on whether Catholic schools can participate in the program. The state of Colorado is a party to the case.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
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