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L'Osservatore Romano · Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · TK KBS
  1. 01
    Salesiani investono in giovani a Francistown
    discussReligious OrdersNew34m ago

    Salesiani investono in giovani a Francistown.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    Salesiani investono in giovani a Francistown. L’impegno dei salesiani in un quartiere povero di Francistown accanto ai giovani vera risorsa del Paese.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  2. 02
    Kard. Parolin celebrates 900th anniversary of St. Agatha's relics transfer
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrated the 900th anniversary of St. Agatha's relics transfer in Catania, Sicily.

    Vatican News

    Cardinal Pietro Parolin celebrated the 900th anniversary of St. Agatha's relics transfer in Catania, Sicily. He presided over a pontifical Mass at the local cathedral. The event marked the transfer of St. Agatha's relics 900 years ago.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    Apostolic Vicariate of Iquitos appeals to curb Amazon mining
    discussReligious Orders19h ago

    The Apostolic Vicariate of Iquitos issued an urgent appeal to stop illegal mining in the Nanay River basin.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Apostolic Vicariate of Iquitos issued an urgent appeal to stop illegal mining in the Nanay River basin. The mining affects the drinking water of over half a million people. Deforestation is also advancing along the Nanay riverbanks.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  4. 04
    L'Osservatore Romano publishes Pirandello essay
    discussCultureNew34m ago

    L'Osservatore Romano publishes essay on Pirandello and the novella.

    L'Osservatore Romano

    L'Osservatore Romano publishes essay on Pirandello and the novella. The essay is part of the Minimalia series.

    SourcesL'Osservatore Romano

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV appoints 12 new consultants to Development Dicastery
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultants to the Development Dicastery.

    3 sources4 reportsVatican NewsTK KBSDOMRADIO.DE

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultants to the Development Dicastery. The new consultants include Peter Klasvogt and Peter G. Kirchschläger. The Dicastery is responsible for promoting justice, peace, human rights, health, and environmental care.

    SourcesVatican NewsTK KBSDOMRADIO.DE

  6. 06
    Archdiocese of Gwangju prepares for WYD 2027
    discussCatholic Life18h ago

    The Archdiocese of Gwangju prepares for World Youth Day 2027 with a two-day event at Gwangju Catholic University.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Archdiocese of Gwangju prepares for World Youth Day 2027 with a two-day event at Gwangju Catholic University. The event included catechetical sessions, prayers, and activities. Father Vincenzo Segil Son presented the Church's social doctrine to the young people. The Diocesan Organizing Committee organized the event to help young people become "MAJI – Welcoming Bearers" for WYD 2027.

    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 ACI Africa
    1. Zambia’s Catholic Bishops Urge Electoral Commission to Safeguard Public Trust in Delivery of August Election Results
    2. Imam’s Daughter in Guinea-Bissau Professes as Catholic Sister: “I give thanks to God for calling me”
    3. Catholic Church Officials Warn Nigeria’s 2027 Polls Could Be Undermined By Voter Apathy
  2. America Catholic News Agency · ACI Prensa · National Catholic Register
    1. Relics of St. Bernadette tour United States
    2. Dom Vital Corbellini writes about the rule of faith
    3. 50 Years Ago This Polish Priest Died Defending Workers Under Communist Rule
  3. Asia CBCP News · LiCAS News · Matters India
    1. Catholic educators call for restraint
    2. Asian churches urged to back Flores earthquake relief, recovery
    3. Archbishop Peter Machado demands judicial probe
  4. Europe Církev.cz · Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam
    1. Církev.cz reports Mass in Skokách
    2. Pope expresses sorrow for 80+ victims of ferry disaster in Zimbabwe
    3. Catholic schools reopen in DR Congo amid Ebola threat
  5. Oceania The Catholic Leader · The Catholic Weekly · Catholic Outlook
    1. Loganholme parish marks 40th anniversary
    2. Archbishop Anthony Fisher complains to ABC ombudsman
    3. Sydney Catholics celebrate Assumption

Tuesday, August 18

56 stories · 10 corroborated
  1. 01
    Relics of St. Bernadette tour United States
    discussCatholic LifeNew23m ago

    The relics of St. Bernadette will tour the United States after an opening celebration at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The tour's…

    3 sourcesCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic Register

    The relics of St. Bernadette will tour the United States after an opening celebration at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C. The tour's schedule will be announced in the coming months. The relics will be on display for a year.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic Register

  2. 02
    Pope expresses sorrow for 80+ victims of ferry disaster in Zimbabwe
    discussChurch & StateNew34m ago

    Pope Leone XIV expressed sorrow for the victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe.

    10 sources21 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leone XIV expressed sorrow for the victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe. Over 80 people died in the accident on Lake Kariba. The Pope sent a telegram to the families of the victims, expressing his closeness and solidarity. He also prayed for the rescue workers and civil authorities involved in the response to the tragedy.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    Catholic schools reopen in DR Congo amid Ebola threat
    discussEducationNew1h ago

    Catholic schools in the north-east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo are preparing for the new academic year amid the Ebola threat.

    2 sources4 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Catholic schools in the north-east of the Democratic Republic of the Congo are preparing for the new academic year amid the Ebola threat. The schools are taking strengthened health measures and working to ensure that young people do not lose a year of education. The current epidemic is spreading more rapidly than all previous ones.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV mourns 80 ferry disaster victims in Zimbabwe
    discussVaticanNew50m ago

    Pope Leo XIV mourns victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe.

    6 sources14 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV mourns victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe. He prays for those who died and for civil authorities and rescue workers. The Pope also prays for all affected by the tragedy.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    Mgr Stanislas Lalanne dies
    discussBishopsNew1h ago

    Mgr Stanislas Lalanne, bishop emeritus of Pontoise, has died.

    2 sourcesDiocese of BeauvaisLa Croix

    Mgr Stanislas Lalanne, bishop emeritus of Pontoise, has died. He was 78 years old. He was known for his engagement in Church communication and evangelization.

    SourcesDiocese of BeauvaisLa Croix

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV issues message for 112th World Migrant and Refugee Day
    discussVaticanNew4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV released a message for the 112th World Migrant and Refugee Day.

    2 sourcesDiocese of UrgellDiocese of Rijeka

    Pope Leo XIV released a message for the 112th World Migrant and Refugee Day. The message is titled 'Incluso uno solo de estos pequeños' and is based on Matthew 18:10. The day will be observed on September 27, 2026.

    SourcesDiocese of UrgellDiocese of Rijeka

  7. 07
    Ostravsko-opavská diecéze holds St. Bartolomew pilgrimages
    discussDiocesesNew4h ago
    2 sourcesCírkev.czDiocese of Ostrava-Opava

    SourcesCírkev.czDiocese of Ostrava-Opava

  8. 08
    Pope Leo XIV returns to Vatican
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV returns to the Vatican after a rest in Castel Gandolfo.

    3 sources4 reportsVatican NewsNiedzielaTK KBS

    Pope Leo XIV returns to the Vatican after a rest in Castel Gandolfo. He will hold a general audience tomorrow and visit San Marino and Rimini on Saturday. The Pope's schedule includes a meeting with the faithful at St. Peter's Basilica.

    SourcesVatican NewsNiedzielaTK KBS

  9. 09
    Stanislav Přibyl sends greeting to Vyšehrad
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago

    Stanislav Přibyl sends greeting to Vyšehrad.

    2 sourcesCírkev.czTK KBS

    Stanislav Přibyl sends greeting to Vyšehrad. Vyšehradská kapitula prepares lecture, exhibition and requiem mass. Event commemorates 900 years since death of Svatava Polská.

    SourcesCírkev.czTK KBS

  10. 10
    Polgári Nagyboldogasszony Egyházközség celebrates 168 years
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago

    The Polgári Nagyboldogasszony Egyházközség held a temple feast on August 16.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Debrecen-NyíregyházaMagyar Kurír

    The Polgári Nagyboldogasszony Egyházközség held a temple feast on August 16. The community gave thanks for their 168-year-old temple and community. Another celebration was held at the Szentkút-völgy on August 15.

    SourcesDiocese of Debrecen-NyíregyházaMagyar Kurír

  11. 11
    Catholic educators call for restraint
    discussEducationNew47m ago
    CBCP News

    Catholic educators called for compassion and restraint after a deadly shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga. They urged calm and peace.

    SourcesCBCP News

  12. 12
    Peter and the Son of the living God
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  13. 13
    Vatican’s agreement with China is a “deal with the devil”, Catholic Lord tells Crux Now
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  14. 14
    Jesuit reports more freedom, more uncertainty in Syria
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago

    Jesuit Gerald Baumgartner says the government of Ahmed al-Scharaa has brought more freedom and uncertainty to minorities in Syria.

    Vatican News

    Jesuit Gerald Baumgartner says the government of Ahmed al-Scharaa has brought more freedom and uncertainty to minorities in Syria. Baumgartner is visiting Switzerland on invitation from "Kirche in Not". He has been living in Syria for a long time and is engaged in youth work in Homs and Aleppo.

    SourcesVatican News

  15. 15
    Archbishop of Westminster joins push for international religious freedom
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  16. 16
    Starting Seven: August 18, 2026
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  17. 17
    Pizzaballa visits last Christian village in Palestine
    discussBishopsNew1h ago

    Pizzaballa visits Taybeh, the last Christian village in Palestine.

    Vatican News

    Pizzaballa visits Taybeh, the last Christian village in Palestine. The village is subject to extensive restrictions.

    SourcesVatican News

  18. 18
    Vatican News posts Angelus and Rosary video
    discussVaticanNew2h ago

    Vatican News posted a video of the Angelus and Rosary.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News posted a video of the Angelus and Rosary. The video is dated August 18, 2026.

    SourcesVatican News

  19. 19
    ÎPS Aurel Percă celebrates 75 years with Mass
    discussBishopsNew2h ago

    ÎPS Aurel Percă, Arhiepiscop Mitropolit of București, celebrated his 75th birthday with a Mass at Catedrala "Sfântul Iosif".

    Vatican News

    ÎPS Aurel Percă, Arhiepiscop Mitropolit of București, celebrated his 75th birthday with a Mass at Catedrala "Sfântul Iosif". The Mass was broadcast live on Angelus TV. Percă expressed gratitude to God in his homily.

    SourcesVatican News

  20. 20
    Dom Vital Corbellini writes about the rule of faith
    discussCatholic LifeNew58m ago
    CNBBPerspective

    Dom Vital Corbellini, Bishop of Marabá, writes about the rule of faith in the first centuries of Christianity. He explains that the rule of faith expressed a profession of faith and was linked to the symbol of faith, the Apostles' Creed.

    SourcesCNBB

  21. 21
    4 Saints who teach us to dialogue when we disagree
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  22. 22
    50 Years Ago This Polish Priest Died Defending Workers Under Communist Rule
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  23. 23
    Lebanese president to visit Pope Leo in Vatican
    discussVaticanNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  24. 24
    Zambia’s Catholic Bishops Urge Electoral Commission to Safeguard Public Trust in Delivery of August Election Results
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  25. 25
    Církev.cz reports Mass in Skokách
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Církev.cz

    A Mass was held in Skokách on August 16. The Mass was part of the Assumption of Mary celebrations. It took place at the Navštívení Panny Marie church.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  26. 26
    Pope Leo XIV Appoints Archbishop Cordileone to the Vatican’s Highest Court: What Does it Mean?
    discussVaticanNew2h ago
    Rome Reports

    SourcesRome Reports

  27. 27
    Bishop Larry Duffy appoints Monsignor Joseph McGuinness as Lough Derg Prior
    discussDiocesesNew3h ago
    Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference

    Monsignor Joseph McGuinness has been appointed as the new Prior of Lough Derg. He acknowledges the site's rich heritage in Irish Church history. Bishop Larry Duffy made the announcement.

    SourcesIrish Catholic Bishops' Conference

  28. 28
    Imam’s Daughter in Guinea-Bissau Professes as Catholic Sister: “I give thanks to God for calling me”
    discussBishopsNew2h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  29. 29
    When the school year gets off to a rocky start
    discussEducationNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  30. 30
    Catholic Church Officials Warn Nigeria’s 2027 Polls Could Be Undermined By Voter Apathy
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  31. 31
    You can avoid grave sin and still be far from God
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  32. 32
    A friendship is truly worth a kidney
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Focolare Movement

    SourcesFocolare Movement

  33. 33
    Is Unsupervised Play a Form of Child Abuse?
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  34. 34
    Bishop Larry Duffy announces Diocese of Clogher clerical changes
    discussDiocesesNew3h ago
    Irish Catholic Bishops' Conference

    Bishop Larry Duffy announces clerical changes for the Diocese of Clogher. 53% of priests in the diocese are over 70. Some are retired, others remain active.

    SourcesIrish Catholic Bishops' Conference

  35. 35
    A Muslim man was miraculously healed by this saint
    discussCultureNew3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  36. 36
    Asian churches urged to back Flores earthquake relief, recovery
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  37. 37
    Abortion now legal until birth in Massachusetts
    discussLife & FamilyNew3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  38. 38
    Where priestly vocations begin: The lasting impact of Steubenville Youth Conferences
    discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  39. 39
    Pope appoints Gábor Pintér Vatican Ambassador to Tonga
    discussVaticanNew3h ago

    Archbishop Gábor Pintér has been appointed Vatican Ambassador to Tonga.

    Vatican News

    Archbishop Gábor Pintér has been appointed Vatican Ambassador to Tonga. He will also continue as Ambassador to several Pacific nations. Pintér was previously Vatican Ambassador to New Zealand.

    SourcesVatican News

  40. 40
    “A testimony of dedication”: Archbishop of Luanda on Angolan Catholic Sister’s Golden Jubilee of Religious Life
    discussBishopsNew3h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  41. 41
    Why AI Can't Care for Creation
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Church Life Journal

    SourcesChurch Life Journal

  42. 42
    Oblates launch Ecuador mission
    discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
    Missionari Oblati di Maria Immacolata

    The Oblate Province of Brazil has accepted a new mission in Ecuador. This strengthens the presence of the Missionary Oblates of Mary Immaculate in Latin America.

    SourcesMissionari Oblati di Maria Immacolata

  43. 43
    Pope Lev XIV: Sport can be a prophecy of peace
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    Církev.cz

    Pope Lev XIV expressed hope that the Mediterranean Games in Taranto will be a prophecy of peace and brotherhood. The event will feature four athletes from the Vatican's Athletica Vaticana.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  44. 44
    IEA: Data centers consume 485 TWh of energy
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    The International Energy Agency reports that data centers consumed 485 TWh of energy in 2025. This is due to increased demand for computing capacity and electricity. The agency highlights the impact on infrastructure investments.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  45. 45
    The Post-Christian Fatalism of ‘Widow’s Bay’
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  46. 46
    Catholic schools in Ituri start year despite Ebola
    discussEducationNew4h ago

    Catholic schools in Ituri, Democratic Republic of Congo, begin new school year with heightened hygiene measures despite Ebola outbreak and security concerns.

    Vatican News

    Catholic schools in Ituri, Democratic Republic of Congo, begin new school year with heightened hygiene measures despite Ebola outbreak and security concerns. Pater Willy-Rogatien Dzaringa discusses challenges.

    SourcesVatican News

  47. 47
    Cardinal Pizzaballa tells Taybeh community evil's power is not absolute
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

    Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa spoke to the Christian community in Taybeh. He emphasized faith in God preserves life and hope. He noted evil's power is not absolute.

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

  48. 48
    Festival UNITED brings joy to Vsetín
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Církev.cz

    The 16th annual UNITED festival will take place in Vsetín from August 20-22, 2026. It will feature music and a space for reflection. The festival's theme is 'Uprostřed', emphasizing Jesus' peace amidst life's chaos.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  49. 49
    Pope reminds youth to accept Christ
    discussVaticanNew4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV addresses youth at Mexico's national youth day.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV addresses youth at Mexico's national youth day. He reminds them to unite with Jesus and strive for holiness. The event takes place in Monterrey.

    SourcesVatican News

  50. 50
    ICLN discusses AI in Frascati
    discussChurch & StateNew4h ago

    The International Catholic Legislators Network meets in Frascati to discuss artificial intelligence.

    Vatican News

    The International Catholic Legislators Network meets in Frascati to discuss artificial intelligence. Around 200 politicians from various parties worldwide are expected. The meeting takes place from August 20 to 23.

    SourcesVatican News

  51. 51
    Bishop Tomáš Holub celebrates 800 years of Přešticích
    discussDiocesesNew5h ago
    Církev.cz

    A pilgrimage Mass was held in Přešticích to commemorate 800 years since the first written mention of the town. The Mass was celebrated by Plzeňský biskup Tomáš Holub. The event marked the dedication of the church.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  52. 52
    Archbishop Moth calls for global action against religious hatred
    discussReligious FreedomNew5h ago
    Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

    Archbishop Richard Moth supports a campaign calling on the UN and governments to protect people targeted for their faith. The campaign aims to guarantee rights of people targeted for their faith. The Archbishop of Westminster is President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales.

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

  53. 53
    Salesianer Don Boscos fordern Hilfe für Erdbebenopfer in Kolumbien
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago

    Nach dem Erdbeben in Kolumbien fordern die Salesianer Don Boscos Hilfe für die Opfer.

    Vatican News

    Nach dem Erdbeben in Kolumbien fordern die Salesianer Don Boscos Hilfe für die Opfer. Pater Rafael Bejarano Rivera betont, dass die Menschen nicht im Stich gelassen werden dürfen.

    SourcesVatican News

  54. 54
    Russians spread fake video about mobilizing 500 PCU priests
    discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
    RISU

    Russians spread a fabricated video about mobilizing 500 PCU priests. The video falsely claims Human Rights Watch reported this. The video was supposedly created by the Ukrainian project 'Plokhin'.

    SourcesRISU

  55. 55
    Don Mario Cornioli teaches refugees cooking in Jordan
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    Don Mario Cornioli, a priest from the Diocese of Fiesole, teaches refugees cooking in Jordan. He arrived in Jordan in 2015. Cornioli describes Jordan as a country with a living Church and authentic faith.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  56. 56
    Nathan learns magic at Salesian mission
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    Nathan, a young Brazilian ventriloquist, learned magic at a Salesian mission in Belem. He met Rafael Voltan, who helped him. Nathan now performs and lives off his craft.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

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