Pope Leo XIV addressed the annual assembly of US Catholic sisters. He encouraged them to promote unity and accompany young people in discovering their vocation. The pope emphasized the Church's need for their charisms and witness.
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Vatican News · Global Sisters Report · Agenzia Fides · The Holy See- 01 discussVaticanNew 22m ago
Pope Leo XIV addressed the annual assembly of US Catholic sisters.
2 sources·Vatican NewsGlobal Sisters Report
- 02 discussChurch & State3h ago
War in Sudan intensifies, with fighting in El Obeid and Blue Nile.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesVatican News
War in Sudan intensifies, with fighting in El Obeid and Blue Nile. Pope Leo XIV expresses concern. Civilians are affected by drone strikes.
SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News
- 03 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV sent a video message to the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US, urging them to become experts in synodality.
3 sources·The Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV sent a video message to the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US, urging them to become experts in synodality. He thanked them for their contributions to evangelization, education, and care for the poor. The conference is celebrating its 70th anniversary.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News
- 05 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo will celebrate Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish.
Vatican News
Pope Leo will celebrate Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at St. Thomas of Villanova Parish. He will also pray the Angelus. This event will take place in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussBishops3h ago
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference released a pastoral letter on the 2026 municipal elections.
4 sources·Southern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of PretoriaArchdiocese of Cape Town+1
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference released a pastoral letter on the 2026 municipal elections. The letter emphasizes the importance of promoting the common good. Christian leaders in South Sudan also warned against fueling insecurity and violence during the 2026 elections.
SourcesSouthern African Catholic Bishops' ConferenceArchdiocese of PretoriaArchdiocese of Cape TownAgenzia Fides
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.
- Africa Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · Archdiocese of Pretoria · The Southern Cross
- America Apostolic Vicariate of Camiri · Archdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra · Catholic New York
- Asia CBCP News · Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences · Vatican News
- Europe Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales · Diocese of Aberdeen · Missionari Servi della Santissima Trinità
- Oceania The Catholic Weekly · Catholic Outlook
Wednesday, August 12
54 stories · 13 corroborated- 01 discussEducationNew 30m ago
The Catholic Church will showcase its contribution to education in Santa Cruz through the 'Expo-Obras CEIL 2026' fair.
2 sources·Apostolic Vicariate of CamiriArchdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra
The Catholic Church will showcase its contribution to education in Santa Cruz through the 'Expo-Obras CEIL 2026' fair. The event is organized by the Delegación Episcopal de Educación Santa Cruz. It aims to highlight the Church's educational work in the area.
SourcesApostolic Vicariate of CamiriArchdiocese of Santa Cruz de la Sierra
- 02 discussBishopsNew 1h ago
Bishop Thulani says they are implementing synodality in Southern Africa.
2 sources·Archdiocese of PretoriaSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
Bishop Thulani says they are implementing synodality in Southern Africa. The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference is involved.
SourcesArchdiocese of PretoriaSouthern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
- 03 discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
Fr. Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, has died at 108.
2 sources·Catholic New YorkAmerica
Fr. Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, has died at 108. He survived Chinese communist persecution and helped rebuild a monastery in Hong Kong. He died at the Abbey of Our Lady of Joy on Lantau Island.
SourcesCatholic New YorkAmerica
- 04 discussLiturgyNew 1h ago
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated on August 15.
2 sources·Diocese of AberdeenMissionari Servi della Santissima Trinità
The Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated on August 15. A pastoral letter is issued for the feast.
SourcesDiocese of AberdeenMissionari Servi della Santissima Trinità
- 05 discussDioceses3h ago
Lőrincz Béla, a retired priest, passed away on August 12, 2026, at a hospital in Győr.
2 sources·Diocese of GyőrMagyar Kurír
Lőrincz Béla, a retired priest, passed away on August 12, 2026, at a hospital in Győr. He was 84 years old. He served in various positions within the Diocese of Győr.
SourcesDiocese of GyőrMagyar Kurír
- 06 discussLiturgy2h ago
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of attending Sunday Mass, stating it cannot be replaced by virtual participation.
7 sources·CBCP NewsDiocese of FlorianópolisCatholic News Agency+3
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of attending Sunday Mass, stating it cannot be replaced by virtual participation. He encouraged Catholics to prioritize attending Mass and seek the best conditions to do so. The Pope's remarks were made during his general audience on August 12.
SourcesCBCP NewsDiocese of FlorianópolisCatholic News AgencyAgência EcclesiaCatholic Star HeraldNational Catholic Register
- 07 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit San Marino and Rimini on August 22.
7 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will visit San Marino and Rimini on August 22. He will meet with authorities, preside over Eucharistic adoration, and visit the Meeting for Friendship among Peoples. A private visit to a monastery is also planned. The official program has been released by the Vatican.
SourcesVatican News
- 08 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leon XIV sent a message to the National Youth Meeting in Ostrava, Czech Republic.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of São José dos Campos
Pope Leon XIV sent a message to the National Youth Meeting in Ostrava, Czech Republic. He encouraged participants to trust Jesus and be witnesses to His love. The meeting gathers around 3,200 young people from 14 to 26 years old.
- 09 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV has sent an initial emergency donation to the dioceses in Colombia affected by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake.
10 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV has sent an initial emergency donation to the dioceses in Colombia affected by a 7.4-magnitude earthquake. The donation was made through the Apostolic Almonry. Further aid will follow.
SourcesVatican News
- 10 discussLiturgyNew 42m ago
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of Sunday in the liturgical year, calling it the 'foundation and kernel' of the whole liturgical year.
17 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the importance of Sunday in the liturgical year, calling it the 'foundation and kernel' of the whole liturgical year. He urged Catholics to gather in person for Sunday Mass. The Pope's message was part of his catechesis on the liturgical year.
SourcesVatican News
- 12 discussReligious Orders5h ago
The Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven (MQHM) have been protecting and rehabilitating women and girls who are victims of human trafficking, prostitution, and child abuse in the…
2 sources·Federation of Asian Bishops’ ConferencesVatican News
The Missionaries of Mary Queen of Heaven (MQHM) have been protecting and rehabilitating women and girls who are victims of human trafficking, prostitution, and child abuse in the Philippines for over three decades. The community was established in 1996 in the Archdiocese of Cebu. They have rescued and rehabilitated hundreds of women and girls.
- 14 discussCultureNew 31m ago
Chierici Regolari di S. Paolo
Neuma Radio presents a new medium for listening. Event at Centro Studi Storici on 24 September. Duration: 8 hours.
- 15 discussBishopsNew 36m ago
Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference
The Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference unveiled a memorial plaque. It marks 75 years of the ecclesiastical hierarchy in Southern Africa.
- 17 discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago
Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales
The Israeli army has declared Taybeh a closed military zone. Bishop James Curry expressed concern over the move. Taybeh is the last Christian town in the West Bank.
- 18 discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
CNBB
Bishop Roberto Francisco Ferreria Paz of Campos highlights family as a school of social virtues and promoter of peace. He reflects on the theme 'Família seja o que você é!' inspired by Familiaris Consortio. The bishop emphasizes the importance of family in August, the vocational month.
SourcesCNBB
- 19 discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
Catholic Review
Pro-life groups urge Attorney General Todd Blanche to review a policy permitting mifepristone by mail. The Trump administration had sought to pause the policy. The groups want Blanche to follow through on his previous comments.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 20 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
Focolare Movement
Dr. Kala Acharya, a Hindu engaged in interreligious dialogue, passed away. Focolare Movement's President Margaret Karram expressed condolences, praising her spiritual sensitivity and human depth. She helped the Movement understand its founder's charism.
SourcesFocolare Movement
- 27 discussBishops2h ago
An earthquake hit western Colombia, causing destruction and loss of life.
Vatican News
An earthquake hit western Colombia, causing destruction and loss of life. The Archbishop of Manizales reported 130 dead and 600 injured. The earthquake damaged homes, hospitals, and schools.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussVatican2h ago
Pope will rest in Castel Gandolfo until August 18.
Vatican News
Pope will rest in Castel Gandolfo until August 18. He will pray with faithful on August 15 and 16.
SourcesVatican News
- 40 discussChurch & State3h ago
The Colombian Church supports those displaced by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake.
Vatican News
The Colombian Church supports those displaced by a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. The Church's presence is appreciated through its social pastoral care and Cáritas.
SourcesVatican News
- 45 discussCulture4h ago
Vatican News reports on an exhibit at Colosseo archaeological park in Rome.
Vatican News
Vatican News reports on an exhibit at Colosseo archaeological park in Rome. The exhibit features over 300 artifacts and explores the historical connection between Anatolia and the Italian peninsula. It highlights the legend of Troy and its influence on Roman origins.
SourcesVatican News
- 46 discussCulture4h ago
The Vatican remembers the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
Vatican News
The Vatican remembers the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. The bombings occurred on August 6 and 9, 1945. They caused 140,000 to 246,000 deaths.
SourcesVatican News
- 48 discussCulture4h ago
Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
Lama Zopa Rinpoche spoke about solar eclipses as opportunities for practice. Eclipses provide chances to accumulate merit. The vinaya text Treasure of Quotations and Logic explains karmic results.
SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
- 49 discussCatholic Life4h ago
Polish pilgrimages to Jasna Góra are recovering from the pandemic.
Vatican News
Polish pilgrimages to Jasna Góra are recovering from the pandemic. The number of participants is still lower than before 2020, but it's growing. Bishop Piotr Przyborek notes that there are more young people participating than before the pandemic.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussVatican5h ago
Kardinal Pietro Parolin visits Mexico, meeting national dialogue for peace representatives.
Vatican News
Kardinal Pietro Parolin visits Mexico, meeting national dialogue for peace representatives. He learns about their experiences building peace in local communities.
SourcesVatican News
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