Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 15, 2026. The full text is available on Vatican News. The prayer was part of the Feast of the Assumption.
SourcesVatican News
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From the Holy See
Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Agenzia SIR · L'Osservatore Romano- 01 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 15, 2026.
2 sources·Vatican News
- 02 discussLiturgy15h ago
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation.
Agenzia Fides
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation. They emphasized the need for a rigorous understanding of inculturation, warning against adding elements that obscure the mystery. The congress saw 112 participants from 11 African countries.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussVatican1d ago
Pope Leo XIV has sent 100,000 euros to the Catholic Church in Colombia to aid those affected by the August 10 earthquake.
10 sources·13 reports·Agenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano+2
Pope Leo XIV has sent 100,000 euros to the Catholic Church in Colombia to aid those affected by the August 10 earthquake. The donation will be used to address the most urgent needs of the affected communities. The earthquake has caused widespread damage and loss of life in several cities in western Colombia.
SourcesAgenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoChierici Regolari TeatiniDiocese of Cúcuta
- 04 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo, entrusting to Mary those in need of consolation.
2 sources·Vatican NewsFamiglia Cristiana
Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus at Castel Gandolfo, entrusting to Mary those in need of consolation. He mentioned the Ukrainian and Russian people, persecuted Christians, and those affected by the earthquake in Colombia.
- 05 discussVatican1d ago
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesTK KBS
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country. The earthquake caused widespread destruction and loss of life. The societies are inviting their network to unite in prayer and express solidarity with the affected populations.
SourcesAgenzia FidesTK KBS
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption. The mass took place on 15 August 2026.
SourcesVatican News
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Saturday, August 15
36 stories · 5 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew55m ago
Pope Leo XIV prayed for the Holy Land, Ukraine, and Russia during the Angelus.
3 sources·9 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV prayed for the Holy Land, Ukraine, and Russia during the Angelus. He asked for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary for these communities. The Pope celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption at Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, causing 288 deaths and 4,018 injuries.
2 sources·Vatican NewsConferencia Episcopal de Colombia
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, causing 288 deaths and 4,018 injuries. Cáritas Colombia is coordinating the Church's response. Thousands are left homeless, with schools and public buildings turned into temporary shelters.
- 03 discussVaticanUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo.
7 sources·14 reports·Diocese of Bragança PaulistaVatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo. He emphasized that love is humanity's most beautiful adornment. The Pope encouraged the faithful to see beauty in everyone.
- 04 discussCatholic LifeUpdated1h ago
Europe's largest Mary statue, over 55 meters tall, was dedicated in Poland.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
Europe's largest Mary statue, over 55 meters tall, was dedicated in Poland. Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski emphasized its purpose as a prayer site. The statue is located in the Polish village of Konotopie.
SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
- 05 discussVaticanUpdated1m ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a Holy Mass in Castel Gandolfo.
24 sources·28 reports·The Holy SeeArchdiocese of HuêDiocese of Bragança Paulista+3
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary with a Holy Mass in Castel Gandolfo. He reflected on the mystery of Mary's assumption and its significance for the faithful. The Mass was part of the Vatican's celebrations for the feast day.
SourcesThe Holy SeeArchdiocese of HuêDiocese of Bragança PaulistaDiocese of MilanoArchdiocese of RennesDiocese of Jakarta
- 10 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Conferencia Episcopal de Colombia
Monseñor Angelo Accatino is the new Apostolic Nuncio in Colombia. The appointment was announced by the Conferencia Episcopal de Colombia. Accatino takes on the new role.
- 13 discussDiocesesNew1h ago
Magyar Kurír
Pécsi Egyházmegye holds annual pilgrimage on August 15. Rosner Zsolt explains the tradition.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 14 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Pope Leão XIV spoke on the Assunção de Maria. He emphasized love as the most beautiful human ornament. He encouraged seeking sublimity in the Mystery celebrated in others.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 17 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
Religión Digital
An earthquake damaged a church in Albaicín, Granada. Bishop Gil Tamayo prayed for those affected. He asked for protection from the Virgin.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 19 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Thousands of people participate in foot pilgrimages to Jasna Góra in Poland.
Vatican News
Thousands of people participate in foot pilgrimages to Jasna Góra in Poland. The pilgrimages are a sign of faith and community. They reach their peak on August 15.
SourcesVatican News
- 23 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
The Diocese of Bougainville celebrates 125 years of Catholic mission presence.
Vatican News
The Diocese of Bougainville celebrates 125 years of Catholic mission presence. The celebration honors generations of missionaries and faithful who supported the Church during war, conflict, and social change.
SourcesVatican News
- 24 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Vida Nueva
Pope León XIV presided over Mass at the Pontifical Parish of Santo Tomás de Villanueva. He reflected on true beauty in his homily. The Mass was held in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 25 discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago
Father Gaetano Mazzoleni, a Consolata missionary, died on August 14, 2026, in Italy.
Vatican News
Father Gaetano Mazzoleni, a Consolata missionary, died on August 14, 2026, in Italy. He dedicated 45 years to indigenous peoples in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. He defended their identity, culture, and territory.
SourcesVatican News
- 26 discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Evangelical pastor Andreas Tschurn is running for the Left party in Sachsen-Anhalt's state election. He is competing against AfD candidate Hans-Thomas Tillschneider. Tschurn is leaving his pulpit for a campaign stand.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 27 discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
Afghanistan faces humanitarian crisis.
Vatican News
Afghanistan faces humanitarian crisis. Elena Noacco, cofounder of NOVE Caring Humans, appeals for international aid. The country struggles with economic crisis and natural disasters.
SourcesVatican News
- 28 discussCultureNew3h ago
Niedziela
Prezydent Karol Nawrocki paid tribute to soldiers who defended Poland's independence in 1920. He spoke at a memorial appeal on the eve of Poland's Army Day. The president also mentioned the role of military chaplaincy in caring for the military necropolis.
SourcesNiedziela
- 29 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
National Catholic Reporter
Grammy-winning rap music producer Cam Obi converted to Catholicism at the Easter Vigil. He has been on a spiritual journey for several years.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 30 discussCultureNew3h ago
National Catholic Reporter
Bubba Weiler's off-Broadway show 'The Saviors' features two altar servers questioning Catholicism. The play explores their encounter with a homeless man in church.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 32 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
Peruvians from various social, ethnic, labor, and religious backgrounds demand rights and dignity.
Vatican News
Peruvians from various social, ethnic, labor, and religious backgrounds demand rights and dignity. A declaration will be given to Pope León XIV during his visit. The document denounces democracy deterioration, authoritarianism, and corruption.
SourcesVatican News
- 33 discussEducationNew4h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Luís Miguel Figueiredo Rodrigues, director of the Faculdade de Teologia, warns about the need for human relations and silence. He says that human relations are the antidote to the deviations of artificial intelligence. Rodrigues defends the importance of silence in a world dominated by technology.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 34 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Dr. Patrick Körbs writes about the concept of belonging.
Vatican News·Perspective
Dr. Patrick Körbs writes about the concept of belonging. He references the great faith of the Canaanite woman in the Gospel of Matthew. The article is part of the 'Unser Sonntag' series.
SourcesVatican News
- 35 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Famiglia Cristiana·Perspective
Giuseppe Bruni creates custom shirts for popes, cardinals, and celebrities in his Martina Franca atelier. He has made shirts for popes including Benedict XVI. Bruni feels immense joy knowing his creations are worn under papal attire.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 36 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Global Sisters Report·Perspective
Consuelo Vélez reexamines the encounter between Jesus and the Canaanite woman. She sees it as a scene where a foreign woman takes a stand and changes Jesus' perspective. Vélez invites readers to recognize the prophetic power of women's words.
SourcesGlobal Sisters Report
Friday, August 14
21 stories · 2 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic Life13h ago
Auxiliary Bishop Vincent Frederick Mwakhwawa of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe urged Catholic women to develop practical strategies to address early marriages and teenage pregnancies.
2 sources·AMECEAACI Africa
Auxiliary Bishop Vincent Frederick Mwakhwawa of the Catholic Archdiocese of Lilongwe urged Catholic women to develop practical strategies to address early marriages and teenage pregnancies. He made the call during the Annual General Meeting of the Catholic Women Association. The meeting is guided by the theme 'A Catholic Woman, a Missionary of Hope'.
SourcesAMECEAACI Africa
- 02 discussCatholic Life7h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta and Knisja Maltija published the Gospel reading for the Assumption of the Virgin Mary.
2 sources·3 reports·Archdiocese of MaltaLa Croix
The Archdiocese of Malta and Knisja Maltija published the Gospel reading for the Assumption of the Virgin Mary. The reading is from Luke 1:39-56. La Croix also commented on the Gospel reading.
SourcesArchdiocese of MaltaLa Croix
- 03 discussReligious OrdersNew5h ago
S. Dorotea , Figlie dei Sacri Cuori
Suore Maestre di S. Dorotea held Mese Intensivo, a month of spiritual growth. They deepened their spirituality as Figlie dei Sacri Cuori.
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Congo-Brazzaville marks Assumption and independence with consecration to Mary.
Vatican News
Congo-Brazzaville marks Assumption and independence with consecration to Mary. Archbishop Bienvenu Manamika Bafouakouahou highlights spiritual foundation.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'.
Vatican News
Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'. He sings and prays with the audience. The program airs every Sunday.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
Gość Niedzielny
Iranian authorities have not decided to return to negotiations with the US. Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Aragczi stated that exchanging messages through intermediaries does not mean conducting a dialogue.
SourcesGość Niedzielny
- 08 discussVatican6h ago
Vatican News releases an audiobook of John Paul II's 2002 apostolic letter on the rosary.
Vatican News
Vatican News releases an audiobook of John Paul II's 2002 apostolic letter on the rosary. The letter was written 24 years ago.
SourcesVatican News
- 09 discussCulture7h ago
The Southern Cross
Fr Paul Samasumo reflects on the 2026 SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. The congress has concluded.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 10 discussReligious Orders7h ago
Rome Reports
Friends of the Bridegroom works to promote healing and vocations in US religious communities. The number of women entering consecrated life has declined since the 1960s. The organization aims to cultivate vocations on a diocesan level.
SourcesRome Reports
- 13 discussBishops9h ago
Matters India
Cardinal Anthony Poola called on citizens to safeguard freedom, justice and equality. He honored India's founders. India marked its Independence Day.
SourcesMatters India
- 14 discussReligious Orders9h ago
ACI Africa
Fr. Alex Mutahigwa Kalemba, a Rwandan priest, was found dead at the Apostles of Jesus Major Seminary in Nairobi. Police are investigating the circumstances surrounding his death. A postmortem examination is pending.
SourcesACI Africa
- 15 discussVatican9h ago
Famiglia Cristiana
The Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary. Pio XII proclaimed it a dogma in 1950. It's a sign of hope for Christians.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 16 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Religión Digital·Perspective
León XIV and María offer a prophetic key for the AI era. The pope invites critical examination of AI's transformations. María teaches from where to view them.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 17 discussLife & Family11h ago
National Catholic Register
A report by HHS says hospitals profited from harmful gender surgeries on minors. The report was released by the US Department of Health and Human Services.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 18 discussCatholic Life11h ago
The Catholic Register
Don Bosco House hosted a gala for young Catholics. The event drew 270 attendees for an evening of fellowship and faith. It was held at the Primavera Event Space in Woodbridge, Ont.
SourcesThe Catholic Register
- 19 discussBishops13h ago
AMECEA
Archbishop Gervas John Nyaisonga, new AMECEA chairman, seeks to strengthen unity among bishops and dioceses. He plans to support struggling dioceses and promote peace in the region. AMECEA will work through local Catholic organizations to offer encouragement and mediation.
SourcesAMECEA
- 20 discussEducation13h ago
AMECEA
SECAM conference participants recommend establishing a dedicated Episcopal Commission for Catholic Education. The commission will develop a continental framework and encourage national implementation plans. The declaration emphasizes shared responsibility and co-responsible collaboration.
SourcesAMECEA
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