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Thursday, July 30, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 17 · Green · updated 1m ago

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From the Holy See

Agenzia Fides · Vatican News
  1. 01
    NewFranciscan Missionary Symposium begins in Chennai
    discussReligious Orders32m ago
    1 source

    The Asian Franciscan Missionary Symposium begins in Chennai. The symposium explores the role of the Franciscan contribution in announcing the Gospel in Asia. It is promoted by the International Secretariat of the Pontifical Missionary Union and others.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  2. 02
    NewLéon XIV visits Assisi
    discussVatican1h ago
    1 source

    Léon XIV visits Assisi for the Go! Franciscan Youth Meeting 2026. He will spend the morning at the Sainte-Marie-des-Anges basilica. Léon XIV arrives at 8:30 and departs at noon.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    NewMarking World Day Against Trafficking in Human Persons
    discussLife & Family1h ago
    1 source

    The International Coordinator of Talitha Kum marks the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Human Persons. The theme is "Trapped behind the scam". The coordinator brings a story of human trafficking and appeals for networks of hope and justice.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    NewTrinitarians celebrate 100 years in Madagascar
    discussReligious Orders1h ago
    1 source

    The Order of the Most Holy Trinity and of the Captives celebrates 100 years of mission in Madagascar. The Minister General, Father Gino Buccarello, highlights the Order's commitment to serving the Church and Malagasy society. The Trinitarians prioritize interreligious dialogue and ministry in prisons.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  5. 05
    Church aids wildfire victims
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    1 source

    The Church provides assistance to wildfire victims in France, Spain and Greece. Local Churches help displaced communities. The Church accompanies victims in southern Europe.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    US carries out 'heavy wave' of strikes on Iran
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    1 source

    SourcesVatican News

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Thursday, July 30

4 stories
  1. 01
    NewCatholic populism discussed
    discussCulture1m ago
    1 source

    Michael Sean Winters writes about Catholic populism. He notes populism usually has an angry edge. Catholicism favors a more irenic approach.

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  2. 02
    NewThe Transcendentals and the Pursuit of True Happiness
    discussCatholic Life19m ago
    1 source

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  3. 03
    NewPope Leo Hints at US Trip
    discussVatican32m ago
    1 source

    Pope Leo hints at a US trip and reflects on his migrant roots in a rare interview. He responds to a question about being American. The interview follows a "Concert for Peace" on July 29.

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  4. 04
    NewChurch Responds to Spain’s Wildfires
    discussCatholic Life1h ago
    1 source

    The Church responds to Spain’s worst wildfires in history. Several wildfire hot spots remain out of control. Many evacuees have been affected.

    SourcesRome Reports

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