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Archbishop Tesfaye was elected President of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Ethiopia at the 60th Regular Annual Assembly. The assembly was held in Addis Ababa. Archbishop Tesfaye is the new president.

SourcesDiocese of RobeDiocese of Awasa

Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home Diocese of Syracuse, New York.

SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV. The event aims to be a celebration of hope. Preparations are in full swing.

SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

The Dioceses of Salta and Mercedes–Luján share a prayer for the visit. Archbishop García Cuerva invites spiritual preparation. León XIV's mission is to confirm faith, strengthen hope, and promote peace.

SourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaReligión Digital

Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago. The site was later retaken by Nationalist forces. A Mass of reparation was held.

SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic Register

Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail. This was announced on a call with a Protestant Christian ministry. The administration will put practices and policies in place to stop the shipment.

SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

The CNBB highlights 7 points on family vocation from Familiaris Consortio and Amoris Laetitia. The documents offer insights on family life. The CNBB is celebrating 45 years of Familiaris Consortio and 10 years of Amoris Laetitia.

SourcesCNBBDiocese of Itabira–Fabriciano

Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for solicitation of a minor. He arranged a meeting with someone he believed was a 15-year-old boy. The Baltimore Archdiocese suspended him from ministry.

SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency

Poland prepares for possible papal visit. No date set. Polish government and bishops' conference are jointly preparing.

SourcesDiocese of MetzCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

Catholic Scouting America members prayed for the country's future during the month of July. They marked the US 250th birthday with a novena prayer. The prayer is a patriotic petition for the country.

SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico, rekindling hopes of a papal visit. The Pope is 'very eager to come to Mexico'.

SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register

The Diocese of Chiclayo will begin the beatification and canonization process of Juan Tomis Stack. Bishop Edinson Farfán Córdova made the announcement. Tomis had an impact on the life of Pope León XIV.

SourcesACI PrensaACI Digital

The Dicastery for Culture and Education presents the Catholic Universities Art Triennial, an international initiative. The triennial brings together universities from around the world to explore the role of art in addressing global issues. It is titled 'Exercises in Empathy'.

SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamReligión Digital

Conventual Franciscan Fathers Michal Tomaszek and Zbigniew Strzalkowski were killed by Shining Path guerrillas. They refused to abandon the people they served. Their legacy endures 35 years later.

SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News

Pope León XIV will visit Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17. The visit is seen as a significant event for Catholics in the region. The Pope's message is expected to focus on the dimension of faith.

SourcesDiocese of São José dos CamposArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, MykonosVatican NewsDiocese of LimaDiocese of Salta