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From the Holy See

Agenzia Fides · Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Caritas Italiana
  1. 01
    Cardinal José Advincula urges attention to young people’s distress after Zamboanga campus shooting
    discussLife & FamilyNew5h ago

    Cardinal José Advincula urges families, schools, Churches and communities to listen to young people struggling silently with loneliness, anxiety, bullying, academic pressure or family…

    Agenzia Fides

    Cardinal José Advincula urges families, schools, Churches and communities to listen to young people struggling silently with loneliness, anxiety, bullying, academic pressure or family problems after a shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University. The incident killed one student and injured others. The Cardinal made the appeal after the shooting that took place on 18 August at the Jesuit-run educational institution.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  2. 02
    Roseline Hamel and Nassera Kermiche speak to Vatican News
    discussCatholic Life12h ago

    Roseline Hamel and Nassera Kermiche speak to Vatican News about the tragedy that unites them.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Roseline Hamel and Nassera Kermiche speak to Vatican News about the tragedy that unites them. They are known as "sisters in sorrow". Roseline's brother, a priest, was killed in a terrorist attack in 2016. Nassera's son was one of the perpetrators.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  3. 03
    Card. Zuppi celebrates Mass in Amatrice on 10th anniversary of earthquake
    discussBishops10h ago

    The earthquake occurred on August 24, 2016, and affected several regions in central Italy.

    4 sources5 reportsVatican NewsCaritas ItalianaL'Osservatore Romano+1

    The earthquake occurred on August 24, 2016, and affected several regions in central Italy. The President of the CEI, Card. Zuppi, celebrated the Mass in Amatrice.

    SourcesVatican NewsCaritas ItalianaL'Osservatore RomanoChiesa Cattolica Italiana

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV receives Portugal's Military Ordinariate delegation
    discussVatican7h ago

    Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal.

    5 sources8 reportsThe Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore Romano+1

    Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal. The Pope extended his greetings to all members of the Armed Forces and Security Forces in Portugal. He remembered the two young soldiers who lost their lives while assisting others. The Ordinariate was established 60 years ago and received its first bishop 25 years ago.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore RomanoVatican News

  5. 05
    Diocese of Lodwar uncovers fake priest
    discussDioceses9h ago

    The Diocese of Lodwar in Kenya has warned the faithful about a fake priest who pretended to celebrate Mass and administer sacraments.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Diocese of Lodwar in Kenya has warned the faithful about a fake priest who pretended to celebrate Mass and administer sacraments. The man, who presented himself as Fr Jones Bogonko Onchonga, is a layman with a wife and two children. He is facing charges of identity theft.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  6. 06
    Vatican News presents Léon Harmel exhibit
    discussCulture11h ago

    Vatican News reports on an exhibit at the Meeting di Rimini showcasing Léon Harmel, a French industrialist who applied Christian social doctrine to his business.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News reports on an exhibit at the Meeting di Rimini showcasing Léon Harmel, a French industrialist who applied Christian social doctrine to his business. The exhibit highlights Harmel's innovative approaches to worker participation and welfare.

    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 ACI Africa
    1. “Let us be humble”: Kenyan Bishop Calls for Responsible Leadership, Warns Against Abuse of Authority
    2. “A new dawn for South Sudan” as Catholic University Branch Celebrates Historic Graduation
    3. Caritas Angola Ends 41st General Council with Calls for Transparency, Accountability in Management of Resources
  2. America Archdiocese of Popayán · ACI Prensa · Public Discourse
    1. Archdiocese of Popayán accompanies elderly
    2. Gay Pride 2026: Leaders Confessed Losing Control of Their Movement
    3. Nevada Catholic churches open doors amid northern Nevada wildfires
  3. Asia Mirifica News · LiCAS News · CBCP News
    1. Mgr. Didik leads Imagologi Komsos training
    2. Philippine bishops press government to review, revoke Sibuyan mining pact
    3. Pope Leo XIV tells soldiers: It is noble to defend the sovereignty of your homeland
  4. Europe DOMRADIO.DE · Knisja Maltija · Opoka
    1. Politiker in Berlin beginnen politischen Herbst
    2. Archdiocese of Malta publishes Gospel of the day
    3. Kard. Konrad Krajewski, bp Marek Marczak and bp Piotr Kleszcz welcome pilgrims
  5. Oceania Catholic Outlook · CathNews Australia
    1. The Hour of Responsibility
    2. Walking with Mary: Springwood Celebrates the Feast of the Assumption
    3. Archbishop Fisher calls for balance on freedom to protest

Monday, August 24

57 stories · 12 corroborated
  1. 01
    Archdiocese of Popayán accompanies elderly
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago

    The Archdiocese of Popayán accompanied elderly at the Hogar San Vicente de Paúl in Popayán. The event included a Eucharist.

    2 sourcesArchdiocese of PopayánACI Prensa

    The Archdiocese of Popayán accompanied elderly at the Hogar San Vicente de Paúl in Popayán. The event included a Eucharist. The Archdiocese of Popayán worked with other organizations.

    SourcesArchdiocese of PopayánACI Prensa

  2. 02
    Nevada Catholic churches open doors amid northern Nevada wildfires
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago

    Catholic parishes and Catholic Charities in Nevada are responding with aid amid an ongoing wildfire that has caused mass evacuations in the Reno area.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    Catholic parishes and Catholic Charities in Nevada are responding with aid amid an ongoing wildfire that has caused mass evacuations in the Reno area. Catholic churches in Nevada are opening their doors to those affected by the wildfires.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  3. 03
    Father Spitzer publishes science-based study Bible
    discussEducation6h ago

    Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer has created a new study Bible to address the questions of many young Catholics abandoning their faith in the name of science.

    5 sourcesAngelus NewsOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun+2

    Jesuit Father Robert Spitzer has created a new study Bible to address the questions of many young Catholics abandoning their faith in the name of science. The book, published by Our Sunday Visitor, aims to show that science and faith are complementary. Father Spitzer hopes readers recognize that the relationship of science and reason with faith are complementary and corroborative instead of contradictory.

    SourcesAngelus NewsOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe MonitorAmerica

  4. 04
    Diocese of Grand Rapids starts new school year
    discussEducation7h ago

    Catholic schools in the US are starting a new school year.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Grand RapidsCathNews Australia

    Catholic schools in the US are starting a new school year. The Diocese of Grand Rapids has begun the new school year. Safety is a focus for US Catholic schools.

    SourcesDiocese of Grand RapidsCathNews Australia

  5. 05
    Hallow data shows Catholic conversions surge 69% at Texas A&M University
    discussEducation7h ago

    Catholic conversions increased on college campuses, with Texas A&M University seeing a 69% rise.

    3 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

    Catholic conversions increased on college campuses, with Texas A&M University seeing a 69% rise. Hallow data shows 204 adults entered the Church.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

  6. 06
    Catholic schools rethink security
    discussEducation9h ago

    Catholic schools review security protocols after a school shooting.

    4 sourcesAngelus NewsDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic Sun+1

    Catholic schools review security protocols after a school shooting. Parishes balance welcoming and security measures. Budget impacts are also a concern.

    SourcesAngelus NewsDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News

  7. 07
    Meeting Rimini focuses on peace in Gaza and Taybeh
    discussCulture8h ago

    The fourth day of the Meeting Rimini focused on the situation in the Holy Land, with Gaza and the West Bank at the center of testimonies, discussions, and appeals.

    2 sourcesAgenzia SIRToscana Oggi

    The fourth day of the Meeting Rimini focused on the situation in the Holy Land, with Gaza and the West Bank at the center of testimonies, discussions, and appeals. The event highlighted the suffering of the populations involved in the conflict and the need to continue building paths of coexistence and peace.

    SourcesAgenzia SIRToscana Oggi

  8. 08
    Venezuelan archbishop says hope endures as Church rebuilds from catastrophic quakes
    discussBishops7h ago

    Venezuelan Archbishop Jesús González de Zarate of Valencia says hope endures as the Church rebuilds from catastrophic quakes.

    6 sourcesThe Catholic SpiritOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun+3

    Venezuelan Archbishop Jesús González de Zarate of Valencia says hope endures as the Church rebuilds from catastrophic quakes. The earthquakes left more than 6,000 dead. The Church is providing consolation to those affected.

    SourcesThe Catholic SpiritOSV NewsThe Catholic SunNational Catholic ReporterThe Texas CatholicThe Monitor

  9. 09
    Rosary ministry brings healing to Arkansas man
    discussChurch & State7h ago
    4 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News+1

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV NewsThe Monitor

  10. 10
    Annunciation leaders guide community
    discussCatholic Life8h ago

    Four leaders at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis help a wounded community heal.

    4 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic ReviewThe Catholic Sun+1

    Four leaders at Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis help a wounded community heal. The community was wounded after a school shooting. The leaders guide the community towards peace.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SunOSV News

  11. 11
    Annunciation family moves forward in hope
    discussLife & Family7h ago

    A year after a school shooting, the Stommes family reflects on the painful memories and the support they received from their community.

    5 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun+2

    A year after a school shooting, the Stommes family reflects on the painful memories and the support they received from their community. The family lives across the street from Annunciation Church and School in Minneapolis. They have hope for their future and know that God has a plan for them.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic SunNational Catholic ReporterThe Monitor

  12. 12
    Fraternite Saint-Pie X maintains Lourdes pilgrimage
    discussReligious OrdersUpdated4h ago
    2 sourcesFSSPX.NewsAlfa y Omega

    SourcesFSSPX.NewsAlfa y Omega

  13. 13
    Mgr. Didik leads Imagologi Komsos training
    discussEducationNew43m ago
    Mirifica News

    Mgr. Didik leads training for Komisi Komunikasi Sosial. The training is part of the Imagologi Komsos program. It was held at Pusat Pastoral Sanjaya, Muntilan.

    SourcesMirifica News

  14. 14
    Mons. Salvador Piñeiro celebrates 25 years as bishop
    discussBishopsNew53m ago
    ACI Prensa

    Mons. Salvador Piñeiro, Archbishop of Ayacucho, Peru, will celebrate his 25th anniversary of episcopal consecration. He asked for prayers for more pastors with the heart of Christ.

    SourcesACI Prensa

  15. 15
    Politiker in Berlin beginnen politischen Herbst
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Pflegereform und Haushaltsstreit beschäftigen Berlin. Landtagswahl in Sachsen-Anhalt sorgt für Nervosität.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  16. 16
    Abbot Maximilian Heim resigns from Heiligenkreuz Abbey
    discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago
    Religión Digital

    Abbot Maximilian Heim has resigned from Heiligenkreuz Abbey in Austria after 16 years. The Vatican has suspended the election of a successor for three years.

    SourcesReligión Digital

  17. 17
    Gay Pride 2026: Leaders Confessed Losing Control of Their Movement
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Public Discourse

    SourcesPublic Discourse

  18. 18
    10 Years Ago, Earthquakes Hit Italy—Over a Year Later, 40 Eucharistic Hosts Were Found Intact Beneath a Collapsed Church
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    ChurchPOP

    SourcesChurchPOP

  19. 19
    #12862 Why Did God Give Us Free Will? Choices and Faith Journey - Brayden Cook
    discussDiocesesNew3h ago
    Catholic Answers Live

    SourcesCatholic Answers Live

  20. 20
    The Hour of Responsibility
    discussVaticanNew4h ago
    Catholic Outlook

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  21. 21
    Put the essentials in first place
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Focolare Movement

    SourcesFocolare Movement

  22. 22
    Archdiocese of Malta publishes Gospel of the day
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for 25th August. The Gospel is from Matthew 23:23-26. The readings of the day include 2 Thessalonians 2:1-3a,13-17 and Psalm 138 (139):1-3,4-6.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  23. 23
    One Church, one Lord, one mission
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    The Catholic Sun

    SourcesThe Catholic Sun

  24. 24
    #12861 Are Gen Z Understanding Theology of the Body, Tattoos, and More? - Emily Dinneny
    discussDiocesesNew4h ago
    Catholic Answers Live

    SourcesCatholic Answers Live

  25. 25
    ‘Bringing forth life is costly work’ - How can the Church support postpartum women?
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  26. 26
    Walking with Mary: Springwood Celebrates the Feast of the Assumption
    discussDiocesesNew5h ago
    Catholic Outlook

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  27. 27
    Settler attacks threaten the West Bank’s final Christian village
    discussVaticanNew5h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

  28. 28
    Archbishop Fisher calls for balance on freedom to protest
    discussBishops6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  29. 29
    Who Will Be Offered the First Red Hats of Leo XIV’s Pontificate?
    discussVatican6h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  30. 30
    New push to raise JobSeeker payments
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  31. 31
    Vatican picks Australian integral ecology expert for human development department
    discussVatican6h ago
    The Catholic Leader

    SourcesThe Catholic Leader

  32. 32
    Queensland bishops visit communities to show support
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  33. 33
    Brooklyn Teen’s Eagle Scout Project Aims to Preserve 9/11 Memorial Wall
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Tablet

    SourcesThe Tablet

  34. 34
    Un sì per sempre!
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Pie Discepole del Divin Maestro

    SourcesPie Discepole del Divin Maestro

  35. 35
    Virginia’s Dangerous Catch-22 for Military Chaplains
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  36. 36
    Bathurst Diocese to ensure its trees live long lives
    discussDioceses6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  37. 37
    The Centenary of Pius XI Declaring St John of the Cross a Doctor
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    New Liturgical Movement

    SourcesNew Liturgical Movement

  38. 38
    Catholic groups offer support to Indonesia quake survivors
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  39. 39
    The Whole Christian Life, According to Micah
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  40. 40
    What blessed Stanley Rother and Pope Leo XIV share
    discussVatican6h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  41. 41
    When liturgy welcomes us — and when it doesn't
    discussDioceses7h ago
    Global Sisters Report

    SourcesGlobal Sisters Report

  42. 42
    Obituary: Rory Kelleher, GCM
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  43. 43
    Myanmar military strike kills 14 people at a Buddhist monastery, opposition group says
    discussReligious Freedom7h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

  44. 44
    Kard. Konrad Krajewski, bp Marek Marczak and bp Piotr Kleszcz welcome pilgrims
    discussBishops8h ago
    Opoka

    Kard. Konrad Krajewski, bp Marek Marczak and bp Piotr Kleszcz welcomed pilgrims from various dioceses. The pilgrims came from archidiecezja łódzka, archidiecezja częstochowska, diecezja radomska, diecezja łowicka and diecezja włocławska.

    SourcesOpoka

  45. 45
    “Let us be humble”: Kenyan Bishop Calls for Responsible Leadership, Warns Against Abuse of Authority
    discussBishops7h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  46. 46
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi preaches
    discussBishops8h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi preached a homily. He reflected on Jesus' questions to his disciples. The bishop spoke about the importance of knowing a person.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  47. 47
    In Israel, military service debate spotlights ultra-Orthodox Jews and their growing clout
    discussLiturgy7h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

  48. 48
    Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński writes Jasnogórskie Śluby Narodu
    discussBishops8h ago
    Opoka

    Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński wrote Jasnogórskie Śluby Narodu in Komańczy. The text was secretly taken to Jasna Góra. 70 years later, the historical book of Śluby is back in the sanctuary.

    SourcesOpoka

  49. 49
    Christians are called to accompany—not objectify—disabled people
    discussVatican7h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  50. 50
    St. Joseph's death and burial remain unknown
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    The Catholic Telegraph reports on the life and death of St. Joseph. His death and burial remain unknown. He is a model of fatherhood.

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  51. 51
    “A new dawn for South Sudan” as Catholic University Branch Celebrates Historic Graduation
    discussBishops8h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  52. 52
    Philippine bishops press government to review, revoke Sibuyan mining pact
    discussChurch & State8h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  53. 53
    Hallow reports Catholic conversions rising on US campuses
    discussEducation9h ago
    Angelus News

    Hallow reports a rise in Catholic conversions on US campuses. The trend is seen across the country. Hallow released a study on August 19.

    SourcesAngelus News

  54. 54
    Zambia High Courts closed as opposition leader Brian Mundubile prepares appeal
    discussChurch & State9h ago

    High Courts in Zambia, including Lusaka and Ndola, were closed, preventing opposition leader Brian Mundubile from filing a petition challenging President Hakainde Hichilema's election…

    Agenzia Fides

    High Courts in Zambia, including Lusaka and Ndola, were closed, preventing opposition leader Brian Mundubile from filing a petition challenging President Hakainde Hichilema's election victory. The closure allegedly followed a government directive. Mundubile has rejected the results, citing irregularities.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  55. 55
    Cardinal Vesco calls Augustine a universal brother
    discussBishops9h ago

    Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco, Archbishop of Algiers, spoke about St Augustine at the Rimini Meeting.

    Agenzia Fides

    Cardinal Jean-Paul Vesco, Archbishop of Algiers, spoke about St Augustine at the Rimini Meeting. He highlighted Augustine's significance in Algeria and his own spiritual connection to the saint. The event was held just months after Pope Leo XIV's apostolic journey to Algeria.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  56. 56
    Consacrati per la vita del mondo!
    discussCatholic Life9h ago
    Istituto Cavanis Congregazione delle Scuole di Carità

    SourcesIstituto Cavanis Congregazione delle Scuole di Carità

  57. 57
    Notre Dame’s John Cavadini taught the forgotten power of fatherhood
    discussEducation9h ago
    Religion News Service

    SourcesReligion News Service

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