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From the Holy See

Holy See Press Office · Vatican News · The Holy See · Agenzia Fides
  1. 01
    Pope receives credentials from Nigeria ambassador
    discussVaticanNew47m ago

    Pope receives credentials from Nigeria ambassador Paul Oga Adikwu.

    Holy See Press Office

    Pope receives credentials from Nigeria ambassador Paul Oga Adikwu. Adikwu presented his credentials in the Vatican's Apostolic Palace. He is Nigeria's ambassador to the Holy See.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV meets Spanish NGO
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    2 reportsVatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    Pope Francis receives Fundación Marsodeto
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Francis received members of Fundación Marsodeto, a Spanish organization, at the Vatican.

    The Holy See

    Pope Francis received members of Fundación Marsodeto, a Spanish organization, at the Vatican. The Pope praised their work with people with intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy, highlighting values such as solidarity and full inclusion.

    SourcesThe Holy See

  4. 04
    A project to establish a university dedicated to Slovakia’s first ambassador to the Holy See takes shape
    discussVatican14h ago
    Agenzia Fides

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV visits San Marino
    discussBishops23h ago

    Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22.

    18 sources31 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22. He met with civil authorities and the local church community, emphasizing the importance of human dignity, freedom of conscience, and Christian education. The Pope encouraged the church to care for the most vulnerable and to promote peace and solidarity.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV prays Angelus
    discussVaticanUpdated46m ago

    Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus with the faithful and pilgrims gathered in Saint Peter's Square.

    11 sources21 reportsHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News+2

    Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus with the faithful and pilgrims gathered in Saint Peter's Square. He reflected on the Gospel of the day, emphasizing the importance of developing a personal relationship with Jesus and renewing it every day. The Pope encouraged the faithful to remain open to an authentic relationship with Christ, rather than retreating into their own convictions and religious certainties.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican NewsDiocese of SkopjeDiocese 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 ACI Africa · The Southern Cross · Archdiocese of Beira
    1. Archbishop Cordileone ordains 14 priests in Nigeria
    2. Pope: Who is the Lord for Me?
    3. Bishop Januário Machaze Nhangumbe dies at 92
  2. America Global Sisters Report · National Catholic Register · Word on Fire
    1. When liturgy welcomes us — and when it doesn't
    2. ‘Winnie-the-Pooh’ 100 Years Later: Virtues in the 100-Acre Wood
    3. So You’ve Converted—What Now?
  3. Asia Matters India · LiCAS News · Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
    1. All India Catholic Union chooses new leadership
    2. Cardinal Ferrão urges Goa religious to strengthen synodal life
    3. Catholics hold cross-border gathering in southern Thailand
  4. Europe Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales · Conferencia Episcopal Española · Vatican News
    1. Bishop Nowakowsi issues message of hope on 35th anniversary of Ukrainian independence
    2. Conferencia Episcopal Española publishes Nomenclátor 2026
    3. Leva XIV speaks at Meeting Rimini
  5. Oceania The Catholic Weekly · Catholic Outlook
    1. Pilgrims walk Sydney streets
    2. Seton Villa celebrates 60 years
    3. CEO sacked after ICAC testimony

Monday, August 24

39 stories · 5 corroborated
  1. 01
    Leva XIV speaks at Meeting Rimini
    discussVaticanNew1m ago

    Leva XIV spoke at Meeting Rimini.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana

    Leva XIV spoke at Meeting Rimini. He called for authentic realism of mercy. The event was held in Rimini.

    SourcesVatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana

  2. 02
    Archbishop Gallagher begins visit to Russia
    discussVaticanNew1m ago

    Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher begins a visit to Russia today, August 24, for a mission focused on dialogue and peace.

    5 sources11 reportsVatican News

    Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher begins a visit to Russia today, August 24, for a mission focused on dialogue and peace. He will meet with Russian authorities and the local Catholic community. The visit will last until August 28.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    With haircuts and health care, Catholic nun ministers to Santa Barbara's poor
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    2 sourcesNational Catholic ReporterGlobal Sisters Report

    SourcesNational Catholic ReporterGlobal Sisters Report

  4. 04
    Don Savino D’Amelio and Monsignor Vito Piccinonna mark 10 years since Amatrice earthquake
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago

    Don Savino D’Amelio and Monsignor Vito Piccinonna reflect on the 10-year anniversary of the Amatrice earthquake.

    2 sourcesAgenzia SIRFamiglia Cristiana

    Don Savino D’Amelio and Monsignor Vito Piccinonna reflect on the 10-year anniversary of the Amatrice earthquake. The earthquake devastated Amatrice and Centro Italia. The communities are still recovering and looking to the future.

    SourcesAgenzia SIRFamiglia Cristiana

  5. 05
    Catholics hold cross-border gathering in southern Thailand
    discussCatholic LifeUpdated2h ago

    A cross-border Catholic gathering has taken place in Narathiwat, bringing together Thai and Malaysian Catholics.

    2 sourcesFederation of Asian Bishops’ ConferencesLiCAS News

    A cross-border Catholic gathering has taken place in Narathiwat, bringing together Thai and Malaysian Catholics. The event continues amid unrest in southern Thailand. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences and LiCAS News reported on the gathering.

    SourcesFederation of Asian Bishops’ ConferencesLiCAS News

  6. 06
    Pakistan : une œuvre missionnaire délivre des centaines de chrétiens réduits en esclavage
    discussCultureNew1m ago
    FSSPX.News

    SourcesFSSPX.News

  7. 07
    When liturgy welcomes us — and when it doesn't
    discussDiocesesNew1m ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  8. 08
    Caritas Internationalis posts Caritas Identity and Mission Senior Officer job
    discussReligious OrdersNew40m ago
    Caritas Internationalis

    Caritas Internationalis is hiring a Caritas Identity and Mission Senior Officer. The job is based at the CI General Secretariat in Palazzo San Callisto. The officer will coordinate activities and initiatives for the Confederation's Regions and Members.

    SourcesCaritas Internationalis

  9. 09
    Caritas Internationalis posts Youth Mobilisation Officer job
    discussReligious OrdersNew46m ago
    Caritas Internationalis

    Caritas Internationalis is hiring a Youth Mobilisation, Empowerment and Inclusion Officer. The job is a 2-year fixed term contract. The officer will work at the CI General Secretariat.

    SourcesCaritas Internationalis

  10. 10
    Caritas Internationalis develops security policy
    discussReligious OrdersNew52m ago
    Caritas Internationalis

    Caritas Internationalis is developing a security policy and protocols. The organization is seeking a consultant to help with the development. The policy will provide guidance on security matters for the organization's 162 national member organizations.

    SourcesCaritas Internationalis

  11. 11
    Bishop Nowakowsi issues message of hope on 35th anniversary of Ukrainian independence
    discussBishopsNew56m ago
    Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

  12. 12
    Conferencia Episcopal Española publishes Nomenclátor 2026
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    Conferencia Episcopal Española

    The Conferencia Episcopal Española has published a new edition of the Nomenclátor 2026. The guide contains information on the names of officials and addresses related to the Holy See and the Apostolic Nunciature.

    SourcesConferencia Episcopal Española

  13. 13
    Pope to Portuguese military: Be strong in the Lord and protect citizens
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    2 reportsVatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  14. 14
    ‘Winnie-the-Pooh’ 100 Years Later: Virtues in the 100-Acre Wood
    discussCatholic LifeNew58m ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  15. 15
    So You’ve Converted—What Now?
    discussCatholic LifeNew44m ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  16. 16
    Construction in August 2026
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Servita

    SourcesServita

  17. 17
    The Vatican’s medieval garden is now fully organic
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  18. 18
    Sharpening spiritual senses critical to keeping temptation, selfishness at bay
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Catholic Star Herald

    SourcesCatholic Star Herald

  19. 19
    Why the Church should promote religious tourism: An expert explains
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  20. 20
    From fire to data centers: What technology does to us
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  21. 21
    The striking connection between two future US saints
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  22. 22
    Music for the Mystical Doctor
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    OnePeterFive

    SourcesOnePeterFive

  23. 23
    Card. Zuppi celebrates Mass for 10th anniversary of earthquake
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Chiesa Cattolica Italiana

    Card. Zuppi celebrates Mass for 10th anniversary of earthquake in Arquata del Tronto. He says that rebirth comes from people, relationships and shared hope.

    SourcesChiesa Cattolica Italiana

  24. 24
    Late Have I Loved Thee: Returning Home to Rome with St. Augustine
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Church Life Journal

    SourcesChurch Life Journal

  25. 25
    The French Catholic answer to a teething baby
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  26. 26
    When faith leaves a trace on the wall: Malta’s ex-votos
    discussCultureNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  27. 27
    The good reason some Catholic art is so hideous
    discussCultureNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  28. 28
    Hope lights up the hills
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Jesuits Global

    SourcesJesuits Global

  29. 29
    Franz Xaver Brandmayr leitet Österreichische Hospiz in Jerusalem
    discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago

    Franz Xaver Brandmayr leitet das Österreichische Hospiz in Jerusalem.

    Vatican News

    Franz Xaver Brandmayr leitet das Österreichische Hospiz in Jerusalem. Er war zuvor Pfarrer der deutschsprachigen Gemeinde Santa Maria dell’Anima in Rom.

    SourcesVatican News

  30. 30
    Prayer for Heavy Hearts
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  31. 31
    St. Bartholomew: From despair to discipleship and a heavenly destiny
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Catholic World Report

    SourcesCatholic World Report

  32. 32
    The Cathedral as Heaven
    discussBishopsNew2h ago
    First Things

    SourcesFirst Things

  33. 33
    Archbishop Cordileone ordains 14 priests in Nigeria
    discussBishopsNew3h ago
    ACI Africa

    Archbishop Salvatore Joseph Cordileone of the Catholic Archdiocese of San Francisco has urged 14 newly ordained priests in Nigeria to model their ministry on Christ's sacrificial love. He encouraged them to trust in God's grace and allow themselves to become instruments through whom God transforms his people. The ordination took place at the Sesugh Maria Pilgrimage Centre in Makurdi.

    SourcesACI Africa

  34. 34
    The Democratic blue wave is getting taller
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  35. 35
    Annual diocesan celebration marks couples’ marriage milestones
    discussDiocesesNew3h ago
    The Texas Catholic

    SourcesThe Texas Catholic

  36. 36
    LCWR celebra 70 años con un llamado a la unidad y la escucha sinodal
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  37. 37
    Monday Starter: Nuns spend summer on the pitcher's mound
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  38. 38
    Join the 2026-27 panel for The Life
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  39. 39
    All India Catholic Union chooses new leadership
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Matters India

    The All India Catholic Union has chosen a new leadership team. The organization seeks to expand its grassroots presence and strengthen youth. The new leadership will guide the organization for the next two years.

    SourcesMatters India

Sunday, August 23

18 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Diocese of Novara recalls Saint Bartholomew
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    2 sourcesDiocese of NovaraArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos

    SourcesDiocese of NovaraArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos

  2. 02
    Pilgrims walk Sydney streets
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    Pilgrims walked through Sydney's inner west streets. The Camino of St Joseph finished at St Mary's Cathedral. The pilgrimage started at St Patrick's Church Hill.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  3. 03
    Církev.cz lists live broadcasts of masses from August 24 to 30, 2026
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    Církev.cz

    The masses will be broadcast on Televizi Noe and Radio Proglas.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  4. 04
    Chains Cannot Bind the Soul
    discussLiturgy6h ago
    2 reportsSuore Missionarie di S. Colombano

    SourcesSuore Missionarie di S. Colombano

  5. 05
    Seton Villa celebrates 60 years
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    Seton Villa is celebrating 60 years of supporting people with intellectual disability. The organization helps them live with dignity, independence and choice.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  6. 06
    Overcome the Age of the Embarrassed Catholic
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Catholic Exchange

    SourcesCatholic Exchange

  7. 07
    CEO sacked after ICAC testimony
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  8. 08
    St. Francis and the Eucharist
    discussLiturgy6h ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  9. 09
    Beauty Will Save the World
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    Catholic Exchange

    SourcesCatholic Exchange

  10. 10
    The Right Tools Make All the Difference, Part 1
    discussLife & FamilyNew5h ago
    Catholic Exchange

    SourcesCatholic Exchange

  11. 11
    Cardinal Ferrão urges Goa religious to strengthen synodal life
    discussBishops7h ago
    LiCAS News

    Cardinal Ferrão urges religious in Goa to deepen listening, discernment and presence. He wants to strengthen relationships within the Church’s mission.

    SourcesLiCAS News

  12. 12
    Diocese of Parramatta publishes weekly news update
    discussDioceses7h ago
    Catholic Outlook

    The Diocese of Parramatta has published its weekly news update. The update includes news and events across the diocese and beyond.

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  13. 13
    Pope: Who is the Lord for Me?
    discussVatican7h ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  14. 14
    Catholic Church in Japan warns against weapons buildup
    discussChurch & State8h ago
    LiCAS News

    Gathering in Fukuoka linked Catholic social teaching with Japan’s Constitution. Participants urged to speak publicly against militarization.

    SourcesLiCAS News

  15. 15
    García Harfuch meets DEA
    discussChurch & State8h ago
    Desde la Fe

    García Harfuch meets with DEA. Cole calls García Harfuch "amigo" and thanks him for leadership, friendship and collaboration.

    SourcesDesde la Fe

  16. 16
    Equipping the Church for the IVF Era
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  17. 17
    Belief isn’t dying, it’s just getting less certain
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  18. 18
    Mary, Virgin of Virgins
    discussCulture7h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

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