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Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano

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Vatican News · Vatican Observatory · Agenzia Fides · Církev.cz
  1. 01
    Bishop Valdivia leads Ceuta prayer vigil
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago

    The Diocese of Cádiz and Ceuta holds a prayer vigil for peace.

    Vatican News

    The Diocese of Cádiz and Ceuta holds a prayer vigil for peace. Bishop Valdivia thanks the community for their response to the crisis. He encourages a 'new cultural beginning'.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Vatican Observatory shares solar eclipse art
    discussVatican19h ago

    The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event.

    Vatican Observatory

    The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event. The display allowed people to see and touch its shapes.

    SourcesVatican Observatory

  3. 03
    Pope accepts Dell'Oro's resignation, appoints Pytlowany bishop of Karaganda
    discussBishops20h ago

    The Holy Father has accepted Bishop Adelio Dell'Oro's resignation and appointed Msgr. Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda, Kazakhstan.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Holy Father has accepted Bishop Adelio Dell'Oro's resignation and appointed Msgr. Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda, Kazakhstan. Pytlowany was previously a priest fidei donum of the archdiocese of Przemyśl, Poland. He has served in various roles in Kazakhstan.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  4. 04
    Pope Lev XIV visits Uruguay, Argentina, Peru
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    2 sourcesVatican NewsCírkev.cz

    SourcesVatican NewsCírkev.cz

  5. 05
    Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven rescue hundreds of exploited women
    discussReligious Orders20h ago

    The Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven, a religious community of nuns, have rescued and rehabilitated hundreds of women and girls who survived sex trafficking and abuse.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven, a religious community of nuns, have rescued and rehabilitated hundreds of women and girls who survived sex trafficking and abuse. They provide a safe home, care, and educational assistance to survivors. The community was founded in 1996 in the Archdiocese of Cebu.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  6. 06
    Caritas aids Cubans with $60 million
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago

    Caritas helps vulnerable Cubans access food and essential goods amid economic crisis.

    Vatican News

    Caritas helps vulnerable Cubans access food and essential goods amid economic crisis. Local Caritas provides humanitarian aid.

    SourcesVatican News

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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 The Southern Cross · ACI Africa · SECAM
    1. Kati Dijane: Signis World Congress From My Lens
    2. Lesotho Catholic Bishops attend SECAM education meeting
    3. Catholic Sister Behind "Our Lady Queen of Nigeria" Says Wounded Nation Needs a Mother
  2. America The Texas Catholic · National Catholic Reporter · Global Sisters Report
    1. New Notre Dame report lists 12 key proposals to improve seminary formation
    2. Ohio Catholics rally behind Haitian immigrants as TPS ends
    3. St. John's University leadership must heed lessons of past
  3. Asia CBCP News · Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
    1. Filipino Catholics celebrate 401 years of Buen Suceso
    2. Bishop Louie Galbines begins Bacolod ministry
    3. “Whispering the Gospel”: Bishop Kleden on Asia’s quiet witness
  4. Europe Vatican News · Niedziela · Gość Niedzielny
    1. Jordan prepares for 2000th anniversary of Jesus' baptism
    2. Father Benedict Chao, world's oldest Trappist, dies
    3. Suor Chiara Francesca Lacchini discusses Saint Clare of Assisi
  5. Oceania The Southern Cross · Archdiocese of Port Moresby · Archdiocese of Mount Hagen
    1. SALA festival brings art to South Australia
    2. more than a name
    3. Papua New Guineans demand action against sorcery violence

Tuesday, August 11

22 stories · 6 corroborated
  1. 01
    Wspólne Świętowanie w Rudniku nad Sanem
    discussCatholic LifeNew 32m ago
    7 sourcesSuore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine Maria+3

    SourcesSuore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine MariaPiccole Ancelle dell'Immacolata ConcezioneSuore Figlie del Cuore Purissimo di MariaSuore Ancelle della Genitrice di Dio Vergine Immacolata Concezione

  2. 02
    Jordan prepares for 2000th anniversary of Jesus' baptism
    discussCatholic LifeNew 4m ago

    Jordan is preparing for the 2000th anniversary of Jesus' baptism, traditionally linked to Al-Maghtas.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsNiedziela

    Jordan is preparing for the 2000th anniversary of Jesus' baptism, traditionally linked to Al-Maghtas. A national committee has been formed, led by Jordan's premier Jafar Hassan. The jubilee will be celebrated in 2030.

    SourcesVatican NewsNiedziela

  3. 03
    Pope Léon XIV fills Stade de France
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    2 sourcesVatican NewsLa Croix

    SourcesVatican NewsLa Croix

  4. 04
    Father Andriy Mykytyuk leads Melbourne Cathedral youth gathering
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1m ago
    2 sourcesDiocese of Saints Peter and Paul of MelbourneArcheparchy of Kyiv-Halyč

    SourcesDiocese of Saints Peter and Paul of MelbourneArcheparchy of Kyiv-Halyč

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV celebrates Mass at Shrine of Our Lady of Good Counsel
    discussVatican2h ago
    6 sourcesThe Catholic WeeklyVatican NewsArchdiocese of Huê+3

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyVatican NewsArchdiocese of HuêDiocese of KontumOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  6. 06
    Colombia's Church aids quake victims
    discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago

    A 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia, killing over 130 people and injuring hundreds.

    5 sourcesVatican NewsVida NuevaACI Prensa

    A 7.4-magnitude earthquake hit western Colombia, killing over 130 people and injuring hundreds. The Catholic Church is organizing aid for the affected. Rescue efforts are ongoing.

    SourcesVatican NewsVida NuevaACI Prensa

  7. 07
    Filipino Catholics celebrate 401 years of Buen Suceso
    discussCatholic LifeNew 40m ago
    CBCP News

    Filipino Catholics marked the end of a Jubilee Year celebrating four centuries of devotion to Nuestra Señora. The celebration commemorates 401 years of devotion.

    SourcesCBCP News

  8. 08
    Jesuits discuss formation for mission
    discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
    Jesuits Global

    Jesuits Global publishes a post on formation for mission. The post is titled 'Formation for mission: building bearers of hope'.

    SourcesJesuits Global

  9. 09
    Kati Dijane: Signis World Congress From My Lens
    discussCatholic LifeNew 52m ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  10. 10
    Bishop Louie Galbines begins Bacolod ministry
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    CBCP News

    Bishop Louie Galbines started his ministry as Bacolod's new bishop. He makes trust the foundation of his pastoral ministry.

    SourcesCBCP News

  11. 11
    President Samia Suluhu Hassan meets Catholic Bishops
    discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago

    President Samia Suluhu Hassan met with Catholic Bishops in Tanzania to discuss national issues and strengthen cooperation.

    Vatican News

    President Samia Suluhu Hassan met with Catholic Bishops in Tanzania to discuss national issues and strengthen cooperation. They talked about politics, faith, and development. The meeting also emphasized the role of religious leaders in promoting national unity and values.

    SourcesVatican News

  12. 12
    Father Benedict Chao, world's oldest Trappist, dies
    discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
    Gość Niedzielny

    Father Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, died at 108. The Diocese of Hong Kong reported his death. He was 108 years old.

    SourcesGość Niedzielny

  13. 13
    ANEC promotes Communication and Marketing Summit
    discussEducation2h ago

    ANEC held a summit on strategic communication in Brasília.

    Vatican News

    ANEC held a summit on strategic communication in Brasília. The event took place on August 5 and 6.

    SourcesVatican News

  14. 14
    Suor Chiara Francesca Lacchini discusses Saint Clare of Assisi
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Famiglia Cristiana

    Suor Chiara Francesca Lacchini talks about Saint Clare of Assisi's life and legacy. She highlights Clare's liberating sobriety and simplicity. Suor Chiara Francesca Lacchini is a monaca del Monastero San Romualdo di Primiero and president of the Federazione delle Clarisse Cappuccine d'Italia.

    SourcesFamiglia Cristiana

  15. 15
    Vatican celebrates Santa Clara de Assis
    discussCatholic Life2h ago

    The Church commemorates the memory of Santa Clara de Assis.

    Vatican News

    The Church commemorates the memory of Santa Clara de Assis. She is known as the Dama dos Pobres. Vatican News reports on her legacy.

    SourcesVatican News

  16. 16
    New Notre Dame report lists 12 key proposals to improve seminary formation
    discussEducation2h ago
    The Texas Catholic

    SourcesThe Texas Catholic

  17. 17
    Ohio Catholics rally behind Haitian immigrants as TPS ends
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  18. 18
    St. John's University leadership must heed lessons of past
    discussEducation2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  19. 19
    Q&A with Sunny Jane Morton, genealogist and researcher of US Catholic nuns
    discussCulture2h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  20. 20
    7 things to know about St. Clare of Assisi, the patron saint of television
    discussCulture2h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  21. 21
    Assomption publishes peace prayer issue
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Suore dell'Assunzione della S. Vergine

    L'Assomption et ses Œuvres releases new issue on praying for peace with Mary. The issue is now available.

    SourcesSuore dell'Assunzione della S. Vergine

  22. 22
    Kardinali Júlio Duarte Langa dies
    discussVatican2h ago

    Kardinali Júlio Duarte Langa has passed away.

    Vatican News

    Kardinali Júlio Duarte Langa has passed away. He was a witness to faith, humility and service. He remained faithful to God's will until the end of his life.

    SourcesVatican News

Monday, August 10

35 stories · 10 corroborated
  1. 01
    Papua New Guineans demand action against sorcery violence
    discussLife & Family8h ago

    A nationwide survey found 90% of respondents confirm sorcery accusation-related violence happens in their community.

    11 sourcesArchdiocese of Port MoresbyArchdiocese of Mount HagenDiocese of Kundiawa+3

    A nationwide survey found 90% of respondents confirm sorcery accusation-related violence happens in their community. Hundreds are killed, tortured, and displaced annually. 95% demand government action.

    SourcesArchdiocese of Port MoresbyArchdiocese of Mount HagenDiocese of KundiawaDiocese of LaeDiocese of KeremaDiocese of Kavieng

  2. 02
    Dominican friars release sixth album 'Strange Land'
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    The Hillbilly Thomists, a group of Dominican friars, have released their sixth album, 'Strange Land'.

    2 sourcesZENIT News AgencyThe Catholic Thing

    The Hillbilly Thomists, a group of Dominican friars, have released their sixth album, 'Strange Land'. The album coincides with their summer tour. The friars balance their music with full-time religious life and ministering to their communities.

    SourcesZENIT News AgencyThe Catholic Thing

  3. 03
    Three Receive Papal Honours as 14 Recognised with Diocesan Awards
    discussVatican12h ago
    2 sourcesCatholic Outlook

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  4. 04
    The fathers who said ‘yes’: walking in the footsteps of St Joseph
    discussCatholic Life9h ago
    2 sourcesThe Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney

  5. 05
    Pope Francis issues Traditionis Custodes
    discussVatican9h ago

    Pope Francis issued the motu proprio Traditionis Custodes in July 2021.

    2 sourcesCatholic Outlook

    Pope Francis issued the motu proprio Traditionis Custodes in July 2021. The document was met with open hostility. It concerns the one law of prayer.

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV appeals for Sudan ceasefire
    discussVatican7h ago

    Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Sudan.

    6 sourcesThe Catholic WeeklyThe LeavenOSV News+3

    Pope Leo XIV called for an immediate ceasefire and humanitarian aid in Sudan. He also prayed for victims in the Ukraine-Russia conflict. The Pope expressed concern over the situation in Sudan, particularly in el-Obeid.

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyThe LeavenOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe Catholic RegisterACI Africa

  7. 07
    Diocese of Carora announces XXIII visit of Sacred Cloth
    discussDioceses11h ago

    The Diocese of Carora announced the XXIII visit of the Sacred Cloth of Nuestra Señora de Chiquinquirá de Aregue to Carora.

    2 sourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

    The Diocese of Carora announced the XXIII visit of the Sacred Cloth of Nuestra Señora de Chiquinquirá de Aregue to Carora. The image will visit temples in the San Juan Bautista Pastoral Zone from August 16 to October 3. The visit will include a contemplative prayer for those affected by recent earthquakes.

    SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

  8. 08
    Mons. Elieser Rivero presides Mass in Guachara
    discussDioceses11h ago

    Mons. Elieser Rivero presided over the Holy Mass at the Parroquia Ntra.

    2 sourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

    Mons. Elieser Rivero presided over the Holy Mass at the Parroquia Ntra. Sra. del Carmen de Guachara to close the Mission of the Diocese's Seminarians. He emphasized the importance of missionary action and warned against internal obstacles to announcing the Gospel. The mission included baptisms and the ordination of a new acolyte.

    SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

  9. 09
    Diocese of Guanare announces Jubilar Coromotano Year activities
    discussDioceses12h ago

    The Diocese of Guanare has announced the schedule of activities for the upcoming Jubilar Coromotano Year.

    2 sourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

    The Diocese of Guanare has announced the schedule of activities for the upcoming Jubilar Coromotano Year. The activities will be spiritual, liturgical, penitential, and charitable. A novena and procession will take place from August 29 to September 6.

    SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

  10. 10
    Mons. Elieser Rivero gives aid to Pumé indigenous families
    discussDioceses12h ago

    Mons. Elieser Rivero, Bishop of San Fernando de Apure, delivered goods, clothing, and food to Pumé indigenous families.

    2 sourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

    Mons. Elieser Rivero, Bishop of San Fernando de Apure, delivered goods, clothing, and food to Pumé indigenous families. He also presided over the closing Mass of the Seminarians' Mission in Guachara. The bishop and seminarians engaged in evangelization activities with indigenous communities.

    SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

  11. 11
    Pope Leon XIV visits Peru
    discussVatican3h ago

    Pope Leon XIV will visit Peru in November.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leon XIV will visit Peru in November. Bishop Carlos García Camader comments on the trip. He hopes for peace and fraternity.

    SourcesVatican News

  12. 12
    Melvin Theuma testifies for third day
    discussCulture3h ago
    Newsbook

    Melvin Theuma's testimony enters its third day in Yorgen Fenech's 36th court hearing. Theuma is testifying in court.

    SourcesNewsbook

  13. 13
    “Whispering the Gospel”: Bishop Kleden on Asia’s quiet witness
    discussBishops3h ago
    Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences

    SourcesFederation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences

  14. 14
    Bangladesh: Church walks alongside Dalits on path to dignity
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences

    SourcesFederation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences

  15. 15
    FABC issues Confucian-Christian Colloquium statement
    discussBishops3h ago
    Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences

    The Federation of Asian Bishops' Conferences released a final statement from the Confucian-Christian Colloquium. The statement aims to build a harmonious world.

    SourcesFederation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences

  16. 16
    SALA festival brings art to South Australia
    discussCulture3h ago
    The Southern Cross

    The SALA festival is being held across South Australia. It features a variety of art in galleries, cafes, and libraries. The event is annual.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  17. 17
    Irmãs da Santa União serve community in Camarões
    discussReligious Orders4h ago

    Irmãs da Santa União provide health care and support in Baba 1, Noroeste, Camarões.

    Vatican News

    Irmãs da Santa União provide health care and support in Baba 1, Noroeste, Camarões. They offer hope to vulnerable people amidst poverty and violence.

    SourcesVatican News

  18. 18
    more than a name
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  19. 19
    Konzervatoře Pardubice holds benefit concert
    discussCatholic Life4h ago
    Církev.cz

    Konzervatoře Pardubice hosts a benefit concert for Domácí hospic Andělů strážných. The concert features two young musicians, Adam Suk and Adam Janíček. It will take place on September 21, 2026, at Sukova síň.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  20. 20
    Lesotho Catholic Bishops attend SECAM education meeting
    discussEducation4h ago
    The Southern Cross

    The Lesotho Catholic Bishops Conference attended the inaugural Catholic Education conference in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The meeting was held to discuss African Catholic Education. The conference was organized by SECAM.

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  21. 21
    The Economist calls Sudan dangerous
    discussCulture5h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    Sudan is considered one of the most dangerous places on earth. Hundreds of thousands of people have been killed and 14 million displaced. The Economist made this statement.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  22. 22
    NZ priest excommunicated after sedevacantist bishop ordination
    discussReligious Orders5h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    A New Zealand priest has been excommunicated after being ordained as a sedevacantist bishop in Scotland. The ordination was done by a tiny religious order. The priest is now excommunicated.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  23. 23
    Brisbane Archbishop Shane Mackinlay celebrates St Mary MacKillop feast
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    The Catholic Leader

    Brisbane Archbishop Shane Mackinlay spoke at St Stephen's Cathedral on St Mary MacKillop's solemnity. He reflected on her determination to serve those at risk. The event brought the Brisbane community together in faith and fun.

    SourcesThe Catholic Leader

  24. 24
    Bishop Mário Spaki comments on Matthew 18:1-5,10,12-14
    discussBishops3h ago

    Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of Matthew.

    Vatican NewsPerspective

    Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of Matthew. He reflects on Matthew 18:1-5,10,12-14.

    SourcesVatican News

  25. 25
    St. Clare of Assisi inspires St. Francis
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    The Catholic Sun

    St. Clare of Assisi and St. Francis mutually inspired each other. They adopted a revolutionary way of life. Clare was a loyal disciple and kindred spirit to Francis.

    SourcesThe Catholic Sun

  26. 26
    Patna Church mourns Sadhu Shilanand
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Matters India

    Patna Church bids farewell to veteran missionary evangelist Sadhu Shilanand. He spent five decades in ministry and his funeral drew 800 mourners. Patna Church lost a veteran evangelist in his passing.

    SourcesMatters India

  27. 27
    Is Social Justice Marxism?
    discussChurch & State5h ago
    Franciscan Media

    SourcesFranciscan Media

  28. 28
    Santa Clara basilica holds crucifix that spoke to St. Francis
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    ACI Digital

    The basilica of Santa Clara in Assis houses the crucifix that spoke to St. Francis of Assis. It is a significant artifact in the town of Assis.

    SourcesACI Digital

  29. 29
    Have American Catholics given up on evangelizing?
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  30. 30
    Report claims Vatican firmly voted against Medjugorje in 2016
    discussVatican6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  31. 31
    On abortion pills, wastewater, and public trust
    discussLife & Family6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  32. 32
    What Is Beautiful? What Is Ugly?
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  33. 33
    Pope Leo XIV links migration to family history
    discussVatican7h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Pope Leo XIV spoke about borders, connecting his family history to migration. He warned against viewing people as mere numbers and risks. Ceuta was also mentioned.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  34. 34
    Study: Parenthood restores importance of marriage
    discussLife & Family7h ago
    ZENIT News Agency

    A study finds parenthood is increasing the importance Americans place on marriage. Fatherhood and motherhood are key factors. The study reveals a shift in attitudes towards marriage.

    SourcesZENIT News Agency

  35. 35
    Christian groups press India on funding bill
    discussChurch & State8h ago
    Matters India

    Christian bodies in India, including the Catholic Bishops Conference of India, are urging the government to reconsider a funding bill. They expressed their concerns on social media. The groups involved include the National Council of Churches in India and the Council of Churches in Mizoram.

    SourcesMatters India

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