Bishop Raphael Macebo Mabuza Ncube has consecrated and reopened a historic Marian Shrine and Mission at Pandamatenga on the Victoria Falls - Bulawayo highway. The site had been abandoned for decades. The shrine is now open to travellers for prayer.
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Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Agenzia Fides · L'Osservatore Romano- 01 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
Bishop Raphael Macebo Mabuza Ncube has consecrated and reopened a historic Marian Shrine and Mission at Pandamatenga on the Victoria Falls - Bulawayo highway.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
- 02 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Nigerian Bishops are urging the faithful to participate in the 2027 general elections.
Agenzia Fides
Nigerian Bishops are urging the faithful to participate in the 2027 general elections. Bishop Dauwa Yohanna and Monsignor Matthew Man-Oso Ndagoso warned against political apathy and encouraged Christians to obtain voter cards and vote. The Bishops stated that not voting is a defeatist mentality and that poor leadership has led to neglect, insecurity, and economic decline.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussReligious OrdersNew3h 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
- 04 discussCultureNew1h ago
The Fondazione Terra Santa brings cultural initiatives to the Rimini Meeting, focusing on Christian communities in the Middle East.
Vatican News
The Fondazione Terra Santa brings cultural initiatives to the Rimini Meeting, focusing on Christian communities in the Middle East. The event takes place from August 21 to 26. The initiatives aim to preserve hope and peace in the region despite war and suffering.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected with 60.49% of the vote.
Agenzia Fides
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected with 60.49% of the vote. The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops has called for transparency and respect for the rule of law amid tensions and allegations of violence. The bishops' statement expressed deep concern over the conduct of the general elections.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussCultureNew3h 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
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Tuesday, August 18
54 stories · 9 corroborated- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
US Bishops launch a pro-life campaign as pharmaceutical abortions rise.
2 sources·CatholicPhillyCrux
US Bishops launch a pro-life campaign as pharmaceutical abortions rise. The campaign includes prayer, education, and advocacy.
SourcesCatholicPhillyCrux
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Bishop Edmund Whalen reflects on God's life in us.
2 sources·Diocese of Fréjus-ToulonCatholic New York
Bishop Edmund Whalen reflects on God's life in us. Diocese of Fréjus-Toulon publishes homily for Assumption of Mary.
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew33m ago
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes announced that the relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous will travel to the United States.
4 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic Register+1
The Sanctuary of Our Lady of Lourdes announced that the relics of St. Bernadette Soubirous will travel to the United States. The relics will depart Lourdes, France, and travel to the U.S. in September. An opening celebration will be held on Sept. 18 at the Basilica of the National Shrine of the Immaculate Conception in Washington, D.C.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic RegisterCatholic Star Herald
- 05 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Francis has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
6 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of São José dos CamposTK KBS+1
Pope Francis has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. The new consultors include four clergy and eight lay specialists with expertise in theology, economics, social ethics, education, finance, and Caritas. The Dicastery is a department of the Roman Curia that promotes justice, peace, human rights, health, and environmental care.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of São José dos CamposTK KBSDOMRADIO.DE
- 06 discussBishopsNew1h ago
The Conferencia Episcopal Peruana has released an official prayer for the visit of Pope León XIV to Peru.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsACI Digital
The Conferencia Episcopal Peruana has released an official prayer for the visit of Pope León XIV to Peru. The Pope will visit from November 11 to 17. The visit has a personal and spiritual significance for the Pope.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Digital
- 08 discussChurch & StateUpdated1m ago
Pope Leo XIV mourns victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe, praying for those who died and for civil authorities and rescue workers.
10 sources·19 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV mourns victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe, praying for those who died and for civil authorities and rescue workers. The disaster occurred on Lake Kariba, killing over 90 people. The Pope expressed his condolences to the families of the victims.
SourcesVatican News
- 09 discussBishopsUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences for the victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe.
10 sources·24 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences for the victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe. Over 80 people, including children, lost their lives in the accident on Lake Kariba. The Pope offered prayers for the families of the victims and for those affected by the tragedy.
SourcesVatican News
- 14 discussEducationNew55m ago
Catholic Review
John DeJak, USCCB education director, discusses the state of Catholic education in America. He has experience as a teacher and administrator. There are approximately 5,800 Catholic schools in the US.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 15 discussEducationNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
The St. Raymond Nonnatus Foundation will host its annual Celebration Supper at St. Charles Borromeo Seminary on Dec. 12. The event will feature keynote speaker Fran Novak and the presentation of Family Life Awards.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 16 discussCultureNew1h ago
Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio publishes Lama Zopa Rinpoche's advice on happiness. Rinpoche explores why living beings create suffering. The teaching is drawn from a weekend seminar.
SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
- 17 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
St. Bede Church in Holland, Bucks County, will host its annual Padre Pio Festival on Sept. 26-27. The festival will include a street procession, healing service, food, and a special Mass. The event celebrates St. Padre Pio.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 18 discussLiturgyNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
St. Joachim Church in Philadelphia hosts Eucharistic adoration and live music on Aug. 29. The event begins with a healing Mass at 6 p.m.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 19 discussCultureNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
Michael Vassallo publishes novel. The novel explores faith and healing in Philadelphia.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 25 discussBishopsNew2h ago
A powerful earthquake hit Indonesia's Flores island on August 15, causing destruction and loss of life.
Vatican News
A powerful earthquake hit Indonesia's Flores island on August 15, causing destruction and loss of life. Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden highlights the solidarity among the population and the continuation of faith life, supported by Pope León XIV's condolences.
SourcesVatican News
- 26 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with the people of Indonesia after a recent earthquake.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed solidarity with the people of Indonesia after a recent earthquake. The earthquake resulted in over 68 deaths and 213 injuries. Over 4,500 houses were destroyed, along with 122 health facilities, 252 schools, and 84 places of worship.
SourcesVatican News
- 27 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Catholic faith in Bougainville.
Agenzia Fides
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle celebrated the 125th anniversary of the Catholic faith in Bougainville. He presided over a Jubilee Mass at Our Lady of the Assumption Cathedral and conveyed the greetings and blessing of Pope Leo XIV. The celebration recalled the first Mass celebrated on August 7, 1901, by two missionary priests.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 28 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
An earthquake hit Indonesia's Flores island, killing 70 and injuring over 1,000.
Vatican News
An earthquake hit Indonesia's Flores island, killing 70 and injuring over 1,000. Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden notes the population's solidarity and the continuity of faith life. Pope Leo XIV has expressed condolences.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussEducationNew2h ago
A student at Ateneo Zamboanga City High School killed a classmate and then himself.
Vatican News
A student at Ateneo Zamboanga City High School killed a classmate and then himself. The school is run by the Jesuiten-Orden. The incident occurred on the island of Mindanao.
SourcesVatican News
- 34 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Hna. Judita serves in Syria. She directs the Hospital Francés in Damasco.
Vatican News
Hna. Judita serves in Syria. She directs the Hospital Francés in Damasco. She speaks of the fears of Christians, the exodus of young people and the hope they try to bring to patients.
SourcesVatican News
- 39 discussEducationNew4h ago
FSSPX.News
12 seminarians from 10 countries received the soutane from Abbé de Lassus at Séminaire international Notre-Dame-Corédemptrice de La Reja in Argentina. They are a step closer to priesthood. The ceremony took place on the feast of the Assumption.
SourcesFSSPX.News
- 40 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
FSSPX.News
Fraternite Sacerdotale Saint-Pie X publishes Profession de foi catholique. The document professes that Jesus Christ is the unique Mediator and Savior of humanity. The document states that Christ's sacrifice on the Cross merited salvation for all, but it must be received in faith, conversion, and grace.
SourcesFSSPX.News
- 41 discussVaticanNew4h 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
- 43 discussCultureNew2h ago
Catholic Review·Perspective
Catholic Review publishes home viewing roundup. The roundup includes capsule reviews of theatrical movies available for streaming. It also includes notes on TV programming.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 44 discussLife & FamilyNew4h ago
Cesvi warns that the humanitarian emergency in Colombia after the August 10 earthquake risks undermining social stability in rural areas.
Vatican News
Cesvi warns that the humanitarian emergency in Colombia after the August 10 earthquake risks undermining social stability in rural areas. Families are still without basic necessities, and there is a risk that children may be trafficked. Cesvi director Stefano Piziali says families may be forced to separate, and children may end up in the hands of traffickers.
SourcesVatican News
- 45 discussCatholic LifeNew4h 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
- 48 discussVaticanNew5h 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
- 50 discussBishopsNew5h 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
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