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Thursday, August 27, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 21 · Green · The Liturgy of the Hours · updated 1m

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  1. 01
    Bishop Papias Musengamana appeals to Rwanda’s youth to leave drugs behind
    discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago

    Bishop Papias Musengamana of Byumba has appealed to Rwanda’s youth to leave drugs behind.

    Agenzia Fides

    Bishop Papias Musengamana of Byumba has appealed to Rwanda’s youth to leave drugs behind. He warned them about misleading messages on social media and billboards. The Bishop also called on authorities to pay attention to messages aimed at young people through media and advertising.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  2. 02
    Climatologist Cat Berro warns of landslides
    discussCultureNew2h ago

    Climatologist Cat Berro warns of a greater likelihood of large-scale landslides occurring globally, which may affect glaciers.

    2 sources3 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Climatologist Cat Berro warns of a greater likelihood of large-scale landslides occurring globally, which may affect glaciers. The retreat of glaciers and the thawing of permafrost are leading to a general destabilisation of high-mountain regions. This warning comes after a natural disaster occurred on the border with Tibet.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  3. 03
    Augustinians transfer St Monica's relics to Rome
    discussReligious OrdersUpdated2h ago

    The mortal remains of Saint Monica were discovered in the 15th century near the church of Sant'Aurea in Ostia.

    3 sources7 reportsL'Osservatore RomanoVatican News

    The mortal remains of Saint Monica were discovered in the 15th century near the church of Sant'Aurea in Ostia. The Augustinian friars transferred them to Rome with the permission of Pope Martin V. They are now enshrined in the Roman basilica of St Augustine in Campo Marzio.

    SourcesL'Osservatore RomanoVatican News

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV receives participants in meeting on addiction in Latin America
    discussVatican8h ago

    Pope Leo XIV received participants in a meeting on addiction in Latin America, organized by the Pontifical Commission for Latin America.

    4 sources7 reportsHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV received participants in a meeting on addiction in Latin America, organized by the Pontifical Commission for Latin America. The Pope emphasized the need for comprehensive responses to the problem of addiction, including community-based prevention, scientific care, and close pastoral support. He also highlighted the importance of collaboration between the Church and international organizations to address the issue.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeThe Holy SeeVatican News

  5. 05
    Father Silas Bogati says Nepal floods are worst disaster in country's history
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago

    Father Silas Bogati, Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Nepal, describes the recent floods in Nepal as the worst disaster in the country's history.

    Agenzia Fides

    Father Silas Bogati, Apostolic Administrator of the Vicariate of Nepal, describes the recent floods in Nepal as the worst disaster in the country's history. The floods were triggered by a glacial collapse in the Himalayas and have affected several districts, including Rasuwa and Nuwakot. Around 25 Catholic families are in the disaster area and appear to be safe.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV says family is best prevention against drug addiction
    discussVaticanUpdated4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV met with participants of an international meeting on drug addiction in Latin America.

    13 sources19 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV met with participants of an international meeting on drug addiction in Latin America. He emphasized the importance of family in preventing drug addiction and expressed his desire for the Church to be a home for all those on the margins of society. The meeting was organized by the Papal Commission for Latin America and the PLAPA.

    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. Rest for a Priest is not a Luxury but a Necessity for Mental Health: Nigerian Vatican Official
    2. Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Decry “unabated trail of blood and terror,” Demand End to Killings
    3. Catholics in Chad Invited for Synodal Journey Toward 2029 Centenary Celebrations
  2. America National Catholic Reporter · Catholic New York · The Catholic Telegraph
    1. Will the blue wave sweep the Senate?
    2. Archdiocese of New York Announces New Catholic School Principals for 2026–2027
    3. Recognizing Christ in Our Neighbors
  3. Asia Matters India · InfoVaticana · Diocese of Ban Mê Thuôt
    1. Smashing patriarchy, promoting patriarchy: Diverse trends of Indian society
    2. Syro-Malabar Church elects Thomas Animoottil auxiliary bishop of Kottayam
    3. Diocese of Bà Rịa and Diocese of Ban Mê Thuôt celebrate St. Monica
  4. Europe Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli · Toscana Oggi · Vatican News
    1. Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli holds Festival della Parola 2026
    2. Pope Leo XIV prays for 168 dead in Nepal floods
    3. Pope Leo XIV receives Portuguese Episcopal Conference
  5. Oceania The Catholic Leader · Catholic Outlook
    1. Anglican and Catholic clergy hold joint training day
    2. 60th World Day of Peace theme: Disarming technology for peace
    3. Catholic Outlook publishes book on synodality

Thursday, August 27

54 stories · 11 corroborated
  1. 01
    Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli holds Festival della Parola 2026
    discussEducationNew3h ago

    The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli holds the Festival della Parola 2026.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Massa Carrara–PontremoliToscana Oggi

    The Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli holds the Festival della Parola 2026. The festival starts on August 27 in Avenza. The program includes a study on Genesis 1-11.

    SourcesDiocese of Massa Carrara–PontremoliToscana Oggi

  2. 02
    Conference in Rome to explore how communicators can build trust in Catholic journalism
    discussEducationNew3h ago
    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  3. 03
    Diocese of Knoxville mourns Dolly Parton as 'one of our own'
    discussDiocesesNew22m ago

    The Diocese of Knoxville is remembering Dolly Parton as 'one of our own'.

    6 sourcesCatholic ReviewNational Catholic ReporterThe Monitor+3

    The Diocese of Knoxville is remembering Dolly Parton as 'one of our own'. Parton's life showed what can grow from faith, perseverance, imagination, and love for one's neighbors. The diocese is mourning her death.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewNational Catholic ReporterThe MonitorCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaWord on Fire

  4. 04
    Jerusalem court acquits man who assaulted French nun
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    A Jerusalem court acquitted a man who assaulted a French nun, citing mental illness.

    2 sourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    A Jerusalem court acquitted a man who assaulted a French nun, citing mental illness. The nun was working in Jerusalem as a researcher.

    SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV prays for 168 dead in Nepal floods
    discussVaticanUpdated2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV expressed sadness over the devastating floods in Nepal, which killed 168 people.

    20 sources39 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV expressed sadness over the devastating floods in Nepal, which killed 168 people. He prayed for the victims and their families. The floods were caused by a glacial collapse in the Nepal-China border.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Dolly Parton dies at 80
    discussCatholic LifeUpdated1h ago
    3 sourcesThe Catholic RegisterOSV NewsThe Leaven

    SourcesThe Catholic RegisterOSV NewsThe Leaven

  7. 07
    Norway’s Bishops Seek Papal Jubilee
    discussBishopsUpdated3h ago

    Norway’s bishops seek a papal jubilee for 2030-2031 to spark spiritual renewal in the north.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

    Norway’s bishops seek a papal jubilee for 2030-2031 to spark spiritual renewal in the north. The jubilee commemorates 1,000 years since the Battle of Stiklestad. Norway’s bishops made the request.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

  8. 08
    Pope Leo XIV receives Portuguese Episcopal Conference
    discussBishops8h ago

    The new presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV The meeting was marked by dialogue on the life of the Church in Portugal.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaDiocese of Santarém

    The new presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV The meeting was marked by dialogue on the life of the Church in Portugal. The conference discussed the main challenges facing the Church and society.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaDiocese of Santarém

  9. 09
    Filipino theologians invite Church to look beyond AI technology
    discussChurch & StateUpdated2h ago

    Two Filipino Dominican theologians are inviting the Catholic Church to look beyond AI technology and ask how it can be developed and used to safeguard human dignity and serve the common…

    2 sources3 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Two Filipino Dominican theologians are inviting the Catholic Church to look beyond AI technology and ask how it can be developed and used to safeguard human dignity and serve the common good. They are exploring how the Church should respond to AI. The theologians are from the Philippines.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  10. 10
    Climatologist Daniele Cat Berro warns of more disasters
    discussCulture8h ago

    Climatologist Daniele Cat Berro comments on the recent disaster in Nepal.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano

    Climatologist Daniele Cat Berro comments on the recent disaster in Nepal. He warns of more disasters due to permafrost thawing.

    SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano

  11. 11
    Paulist Fathers launch Communion Project to heal ‘toxic polarization’ within U.S. Church
    discussVaticanUpdated3h ago
    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyACI Prensa

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI Prensa

  12. 12
    Will the blue wave sweep the Senate?
    discussCatholic LifeNew23m ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  13. 13
    Archdiocese of New York Announces New Catholic School Principals for 2026–2027
    discussDiocesesNew23m ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  14. 14
    The Seven Joys of the Virgin Mary
    discussCatholic LifeNew53m ago
    New Liturgical Movement

    SourcesNew Liturgical Movement

  15. 15
    Recognizing Christ in Our Neighbors
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  16. 16
    Smashing patriarchy, promoting patriarchy: Diverse trends of Indian society
    discussEducationNew1h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  17. 17
    COP17: The gift of faith in Jesus and care for creation in the witness of a young Mongolian woman
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    Agenzia Fides

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  18. 18
    Pastoral Leaders to Learn Ways of Walking With Immigrants at Upcoming Event
    discussDiocesesNew2h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  19. 19
    A new tax credit helps kids at Catholic and public schools. Why aren’t more states using it?
    discussEducationNew1h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  20. 20
    Father Timothy Tarnacki gives farewell talk
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    Father Timothy Tarnacki gave a talk at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Czestochowa. He is leaving for a new assignment with the Pauline Fathers. The event was part of the Theology on Fire series.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  21. 21
    Claretian Missionaries hold 2026 Claretian Youth Rally
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Missionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria

    Claretian Missionaries held the 2026 Claretian Youth Rally in Ilaro, Nigeria. The rally was attended by young people from various apostolates. The theme was "Take Courage, I Have Overcome the World".

    SourcesMissionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria

  22. 22
    French Archbishop Buries a Prominent Freemason, Weeks After Italy Denied the Same Rite
    discussBishopsNew2h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  23. 23
    Catholic Charities steps up amid prolonged power outages in Indiana
    discussDiocesesNew2h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  24. 24
    El llamado del padre Rafael Capó: jóvenes con voz, liderazgo y misión
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  25. 25
    Rest for a Priest is not a Luxury but a Necessity for Mental Health: Nigerian Vatican Official
    discussVaticanNew4h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  26. 26
    Nigeria’s Catholic Bishops Decry “unabated trail of blood and terror,” Demand End to Killings
    discussLiturgyNew4h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  27. 27
    OC Catholic publishes America 250 episode
    discussCultureNew4h ago
    OC Catholic

    OC Catholic publishes episode 67 of Sounds from the Sanctuary, celebrating America's 250th birthday. The episode features American organists.

    SourcesOC Catholic

  28. 28
    British Archbishop to Crux Now: Victims of domestic abuse could be coerced into assisted suicide
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  29. 29
    Vatican News publishes short story
    discussCultureNew5h ago

    Vatican News publishes a short story about a nun's inner journey.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News publishes a short story about a nun's inner journey. The story is titled "Hộa Giải Với Chính Mình". The nun struggles with guilt and self-forgiveness after her father's death.

    SourcesVatican News

  30. 30
    Vatican News publishes short story 'Cây Thập Giá Trong Lòng Biển'
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago

    Vatican News publishes a short story about a man's journey back to his faith and family.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News publishes a short story about a man's journey back to his faith and family. The story, 'Cây Thập Giá Trong Lòng Biển', tells of Hùng's return to his hometown after 7 years. He learns to reconcile with his father, God, and himself through small gestures. The story highlights the importance of reconciliation and forgiveness.

    SourcesVatican News

  31. 31
    Archbishop Pérez announces 1 Sept. clergy appointments
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    Archbishop Pérez announces clergy appointments effective Sept. 1. The appointments include a new parochial vicar assignment and school ministry roles at four Catholic high schools.

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  32. 32
    Vatican News publishes short story 'Dọn Phòng'
    discussCultureNew5h ago

    Vatican News has published a short story called 'Dọn Phòng'.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News has published a short story called 'Dọn Phòng'. The story is about a mother's journey of inner transformation amidst family struggles. The story ends with a sense of forgiveness and hope in God.

    SourcesVatican News

  33. 33
    The First American Pope: Is English the New Language of the Church?
    discussVaticanNew4h ago
    Rome Reports

    SourcesRome Reports

  34. 34
    Vatican News publishes short story Hy Vọng Nơi Thẳm Sâu
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago

    Vatican News publishes a short story about a youth leader's journey to humility.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News publishes a short story about a youth leader's journey to humility. The story tells of a youth leader who learns to serve others in silence. The story is part of the #275 Bước Từng Bước series.

    SourcesVatican News

  35. 35
    Workin’ on a building with Jesus the carpenter
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  36. 36
    Is God Calling You to a Vocation You Don’t Want?
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    The Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

    SourcesThe Fr. Mike Schmitz Catholic Podcast

  37. 37
    Apologetics Isn’t Dead, the Sequel: The Conversion of Joe Schmid
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  38. 38
    Catholics in Chad Invited for Synodal Journey Toward 2029 Centenary Celebrations
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  39. 39
    Women in Cabo Verde promote environmentalism
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    A group of women in Cabo Verde organized a week of training in recycling.

    Vatican News

    A group of women in Cabo Verde organized a week of training in recycling. The event was part of the celebrations of the three Archangels. The project aims to promote environmentalism in the community.

    SourcesVatican News

  40. 40
    Exhibit of the history of medical care at Catholic hospitals in Quebec and France
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  41. 41
    Patriarch Pizzaballa calls Cisjordania a «tierra sin ley»
    discussChurch & State6h ago

    Patriarch Pizzaballa intervened in the Meeting of Rímini.

    Vatican News

    Patriarch Pizzaballa intervened in the Meeting of Rímini. He asked for a greater diplomatic commitment from the West. He reiterated the need to foster hope and interreligious dialogue.

    SourcesVatican News

  42. 42
    Oblate di Nazareth releases documents on immigrants and migrants
    discussReligious Orders6h ago
    Oblate di Nazareth

    The documents were approved by the Executive Committee in 2026.

    SourcesOblate di Nazareth

  43. 43
    The eternal warmth of Nana’s kitchen
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  44. 44
    Outgoing VC of Catholic University of Eastern Africa Calls for “local stewardship” in Caring for Environment
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  45. 45
    CCM nominates Deogratius John Ndejembi for Vice President of Tanzania
    discussChurch & State6h ago

    He replaces Emmanuel John Nchimbi.

    Vatican News

    He replaces Emmanuel John Nchimbi. CCM Secretary General Asha-Rose Migiro announced the nomination.

    SourcesVatican News

  46. 46
    A Word from Cardinal Dolan: A Mother’s Prayers
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  47. 47
    Paulie’s Final Push Honors 9/11 Flight Crews, One Mile at a Time
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    The Tablet

    SourcesThe Tablet

  48. 48
    Gates Foundation Scholarship Opens Doors to University for Former Bridge to Life Volunteer
    discussEducation6h ago
    The Tablet

    SourcesThe Tablet

  49. 49
    Parishes in Cameroonian Catholic Archdiocese Urged to Use Donated Motorbikes to Reach Out to the Poor
    discussBishops6h ago
    ACI Africa

    SourcesACI Africa

  50. 50
    Il Superiore Generale, P. Gustavo Agín scj, ha iniziato la sua visita al Vicariato della Costa d’Avorio.
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Congregazione del Sacro Cuore di Gesù di Bétharram

    SourcesCongregazione del Sacro Cuore di Gesù di Bétharram

  51. 51
    Caritas Italiana produces 300 bags for liturgical congress
    discussLiturgy7h ago
    Caritas Italiana

    Caritas Italiana produces bags for liturgical congress. The bags were made by boys from the Istituto Penale per Minorenni (IPM) of Bicocca.

    SourcesCaritas Italiana

  52. 52
    22ª domenica T. O. – Anno A (30.8.2026) GT
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Missionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

    SourcesMissionari Comboniani del Cuore di Gesù

  53. 53
    Catholic Review announces Blue Masses
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    Catholic Review

    The Blue Mass will be celebrated at three parishes to recognize responders. The Mass honors police officers, first responders and firefighters.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  54. 54
    FPMT Inc. Board issues update
    discussReligious Orders7h ago
    Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio

    FPMT Inc. Board has published an update. FPMT Inc. Board update is available.

    SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio

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