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Pope Francis prays for 12 Polish pilgrims killed in a bus accident in Hungary.
Pope Francis prays for 12 Polish pilgrims killed in a bus accident in Hungary. The pilgrims were returning from Medjugorje. The Pope assures his spiritual closeness to the affected families.
SourcesVatican NewsCatholic News AgencyReligión DigitalCatholic World Report
Nigerian Bishops are urging the faithful to participate in the 2027 general elections.
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
Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences to the families of the victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe.
Pope Leo XIV expressed his condolences to the families of the victims of a ferry disaster in Zimbabwe. The accident occurred on Lake Kariba and resulted in the loss of over 80 lives, including children. The Pope offered prayers for the victims and their families, as well as for the civil authorities and rescue teams responding to the tragedy.
SourcesVatican News
Vietnamese Catholics make pilgrimage to La Vang.
Vietnamese Catholics make pilgrimage to La Vang. The 32nd National La Vang Pilgrimage Congress was dedicated to the theme "Mary, Messenger of the Good News". The pilgrimage was accompanied by a time of reflection and prayer.
Zambia's President Hakainde Hichilema has been re-elected with 60.49% of the vote.
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
Salesiani investono in giovani a Francistown.
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
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Catholic Relief Services receives share of $1.4 billion in aid to faith-based groups.
Catholic Relief Services receives share of $1.4 billion in aid to faith-based groups. Funding will help improve hospitals, clinics, and health networks in rural parts of Cameroon, Liberia, and Nigeria.
A special Mass was held to commemorate the centenary of 4 Mexican martyrs.
A special Mass was held to commemorate the centenary of 4 Mexican martyrs. The pope's representative attended the Mass with 15,000 faithful. The martyrs were killed during the Cristero period.
Women who worked with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen recall his missionary work ahead of his beatification.
Women who worked with Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen recall his missionary work ahead of his beatification. They helped transform his words into material support for missionaries and young churches. The women opened thousands of letters and recorded donations.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe Texas Catholic
Israeli settlers have been bringing their sheep herd up to the Kaabnah family compound in Taybeh village twice a day.
Israeli settlers have been bringing their sheep herd up to the Kaabnah family compound in Taybeh village twice a day. Residents and a priest react to increased attacks. The situation is getting worse by the day.
Archbishop Moth, president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, urged world leaders to enforce religious freedom standards in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights.
Archbishop Moth, president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of England and Wales, urged world leaders to enforce religious freedom standards in the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. He called on the UN to act against global persecution of believers. The archbishop made the appeal as part of his role as president of the conference.
SourcesAngelus NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Mexican bishops warn that proposed regulations could make freedom of expression contingent upon the government's criteria of truth.
Mexican bishops warn that proposed regulations could make freedom of expression contingent upon the government's criteria of truth. The bishops question the proposed government regulation of media.
U.S. bishops urge the Supreme Court to require 12-person juries for criminal cases.
U.S. bishops urge the Supreme Court to require 12-person juries for criminal cases. The bishops argue that the term "jury" in the U.S. has historically referenced a body of 12 jurors.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Florida Catholic bishops defend their ability to determine policies for Catholic schools.
Florida Catholic bishops defend their ability to determine policies for Catholic schools. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier sent them a letter demanding that Catholic schools adopt religious exemptions to vaccine requirements. The bishops pushed back against the threat to their participation in the state's school voucher program.
The Archdiocese of Quebec will pay more than $30 million in a major abuse settlement.
The Archdiocese of Quebec will pay more than $30 million in a major abuse settlement. The class action suit was brought against the archdiocese in 2020.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report
The US Bishops' Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a focused effort of prayer and action to stop the spread of abortion pills.
The US Bishops' Committee on Pro-Life Activities is inviting Catholics to join a focused effort of prayer and action to stop the spread of abortion pills. The initiative will take place August 18 through October 31. The effort comes as data have shown an overall rise in abortion rates.
SourcesCatholicPhillyDiocese of RichmondDiocese of LaredoCruxCatholic New York
Pope comments on Vatican athletes' performance in Mediterranean Games. The athletes, Fabrizio Peloni and Tiziano Lucarelli, will debut in padel on August 22.
SourcesCanção Nova
Canção Nova reports on the Bienal Internacional do Livro in Brasília. The event aims to promote literature and reading.
SourcesCanção Nova
The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for 19th August. The Gospel is from Matthew 20:1-16a. The readings of the day include Ezekiel 34:1-11 and Psalm 22 (23):1-3a,3b-4,5,6.
SourcesKnisja Maltija
Martin Scheuch, a victim of the Sodalicio de Vida Cristiana movement, says abuse of conscience can be more devastating than sexual abuse. He speaks after the movement was closed by Pope Francis due to structural abuses of power, conscience, economy, and sex.
SourcesVida Nueva
The Catholic Sun publishes September feasts commemorating the Holy Cross and Our Lady of Sorrows. The Church celebrates the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on Sept. 14, and the memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows follows on Sept. 15.
SourcesThe Catholic Sun
Magyar Kurír publishes daily Gospel for August 19, 2026. The Gospel is from Mt 20,1–16a.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
Young Christian Workers met with NSW Industrial Relations Minister Sophie Cotsis to discuss AI impact on job insecurity. The meeting took place at NSW Parliament. Leaders from the Parramatta Young Christian Workers were present.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
Catholic Outlook publishes reflection on Eucharist. The reflection discusses the deeper issue of whether liturgy strengthens communion. It emphasizes that Catholics share one Christ in a Eucharist meant to create unity.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
Two Coalition MPs have crossed the floor to vote against Labor's new restrictions on betting advertising and inducements. The bill's final form has sparked anger and dismay among crossbenchers and the Greens.
SourcesCathNews Australia
Deacon Gary Stone says confidentiality and trust are critical for chaplains. He made the comments in an interview. Confidentiality and trust are important for those who come to chaplains for support.
SourcesCathNews Australia
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 3 US-based leaders to the Dicastery for Integral Human Development. They are among 12 newly named consultors. The leaders have ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.
SourcesThe Catholic Sun
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 3 US-based leaders to the Dicastery for Integral Human Development. They are among 12 newly named consultors. The leaders have ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.
SourcesThe Catholic Sun
The ACTU is calling for two-year rental leases and a boost to public housing construction. The proposal aims to alleviate the housing crisis.
SourcesCathNews Australia
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 3 US-based leaders to the Dicastery for Integral Human Development. They are among 12 newly named consultors. The leaders have ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana.
SourcesThe Catholic Sun
Katherine D. Schmitt stitched a needlepoint of the papal crest. She gave it to Pope Leo XIV in person.
SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph
St Patrick’s Cathedral in Parramatta will be open to the public on August 29. The cathedral is one of 16 buildings participating in the Parramatta Open. The event offers rare access to significant heritage and modern buildings.
SourcesCathNews Australia
A University of Notre Dame Australia researcher co-authored a position statement on risky play. The statement highlights the role of challenge and exploration in developing confidence, resilience and lifelong wellbeing among adolescents.
SourcesCathNews Australia
LCWR closed its 70th anniversary assembly with a leadership transition, prayer and celebration. The assembly centered on synodality and deep listening.
SourcesGlobal Sisters Report
Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa visited the last remaining Christian village in the West Bank, Taybeh, and expressed solidarity with its people. He called for protection of the village. The visit took place on Saturday.
SourcesCathNews Australia
Catholics who lost family members in the 9/11 terror attacks 25 years ago share their stories. Family members describe the devastation that unfolded on Sept. 11, 2001.
SourcesCatholic New York
Hispanic leaders learn to build a stronger ministry together. Twenty years ago, Wednesday night Mass in Spanish at Christ the King in Glen Burnie drew about 10 people. Today, the Hispanic community there and at neighboring St. Bernadette in Severn fills three crowded Masses every weekend.
SourcesCatholic Review
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez has announced clergy appointments in Bucks, Chester, and Montgomery counties. The appointments are effective Aug. 17.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
The Argentine Episcopal Commission for Health Pastoral calls to accompany human fragility with tenderness and gratitude. The commission responds to proposed euthanasia laws in Argentina.
SourcesACI Prensa
Ebola threatens the new school year of Catholic schools in the Republic of the Congo. The schools are taking sanitary measures and hoping for vaccine tests. The new school year is approaching.
SourcesCanção Nova
Carmelite nuns support Indian taxi drivers. The nuns helped Sudheesh V. Sreeram with a pacemaker implantation.
SourcesMatters India
The National Catholic Register asks if 30 minutes is too long for confession. The article discusses the length of confession.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
The Catholic Church clarifies its stance on Freemasonry. The Church's current stance is not specified.
SourcesThe Monitor
A two-meter statue of são Carlo Acutis was inaugurated in Pompeia, São Paulo. The statue was installed after the closing mass of Semana Jovem 2026. The image depicts são Carlo Acutis with a backpack and jeans.
SourcesACI Digital
The Diócesis de Camden welcomed four new seminarians. Bishop José Williams celebrated a mass on August 9. Brendan Lacey, Stephen McClain, Bryan Norquist, and Jaccob Akerlind were recognized.
SourcesCatholic Star Herald
The Catholic Diocese of Enugu in Nigeria is investigating an incident involving a Priest and a member of the Knights of St. John International. The incident reportedly involved Fr. Valentine Chimaobi Nwajiagu and Sir Iyke Nwatakwocha at St. Anthony Parish. The Diocese is examining the accounts of both parties to establish what happened and what triggered the confrontation.
SourcesACI Africa
Cameron Young, a Catholic golfer, wins PGA Tour. He credits Mass and family for keeping him grounded.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
Bishop Stephen Nyodho Ador Majwok of the Catholic Diocese of Malakal has urged authorities in South Sudan’s Upper Nile State to declare a stronger legal fight against drug trafficking. He warned that the growing circulation and use of drugs could destroy the future of the state’s young population. He appealed to state legislators to introduce and enforce laws criminalizing drug-related offences.
SourcesACI Africa
Bishop Eusebio Samwel Kyando of Tanzania's Catholic Diocese of Njombe urged members of the Assumption Sisters of Nairobi to emulate the humility of the Virgin Mary. He reminded them that true vocation is demonstrated through participating in the work of Christ. The Bishop encouraged the Sisters to continue with their good acts of service to others.
SourcesACI Africa
Archbishop Zeferino Zeca Martins of the Archdiocese of Huambo has ordained 16 new Catholic Priests and Deacons in Angola. In his homily, he urged them to serve without seeking prestige or social privilege. He emphasized that the ministry requires total and free self-giving, and that ministers must place their lives at the service of Christ in the person of the poor.
SourcesACI Africa
The President of the Bishops' Conference of Angola and São Tomé and Príncipe called on young people to reject violence and intolerance. He emphasized the promotion of dialogue and mutual acceptance. The call was made during the closing Mass of the Fourth National Youth Day at Our Lady of Fatima Parish of Luanda Archdiocese.
SourcesACI Africa
Archbishop Germano Penemote has called on Angolans to improve society. He urged action to strengthen the justice system, organize the economy, and improve road infrastructure. The Archbishop made the appeal during the closing Mass of the annual pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of the Assumption-Eko.
SourcesACI Africa
Fr. Samuel Ameh appeals for prayers after bandits attacked St. John Ungwar Mulki, killing two and abducting one. The attack occurred in the Catholic Diocese of Zaria, Nigeria. Fr. Ameh asks for prayers for the souls of the departed and the safe return of the kidnapped.
SourcesACI Africa
Bill McCann, founder of Dancing Dots, joins Xavier Society for the Blind board. McCann is a parishioner of St. Isaac Jogues Parish in Wayne.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
Jesuit Refugee Service highlights its work in Chad and Uganda ahead of World Humanitarian Day. The entity's personnel reflect on how protection is put into practice through their work. Theophile Oniandon Atcha, Project Director, shares his motivation for working in the humanitarian sector.
SourcesACI Africa
Pope Leo XIV has appointed Archbishop Angelo Accattino as Apostolic Nuncio to Colombia, transferring him from Tanzania. The Tanzania Episcopal Conference announced the reassignment in a statement. The Catholic Bishops in Tanzania bid farewell to Archbishop Accattino, wishing him success in his new mission.
SourcesACI Africa
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