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Zimbabwe's government has established a task force to address illegal mining.
Zimbabwe's government has established a task force to address illegal mining. The task force aims to enforce laws and regulations related to mining permits, environmental protection, and public health. This effort is part of the country's Vision 2030 development plan.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
Pope Leo XIV delivered a message before the Angelus prayer, commenting on the Gospel story of Jesus walking on water.
Pope Leo XIV delivered a message before the Angelus prayer, commenting on the Gospel story of Jesus walking on water. He emphasized that Jesus' presence changes everything and urged trust in Him. The Pope spoke to a crowd of pilgrims in St. Peter's Square.
SourcesVatican NewsCírkev.cz
The Catholic Culture Fair was held in Seoul on August 8 and 9.
The Catholic Culture Fair was held in Seoul on August 8 and 9. The event featured 48 religious orders and congregations. It aimed to raise awareness of Catholicism in Korea.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
Pope Leo XIV expressed concern over ongoing violence in Sudan, Ukraine, and Russia.
Pope Leo XIV expressed concern over ongoing violence in Sudan, Ukraine, and Russia. He called for conversion of those who sow violence and an end to civilian casualties. The Pope appealed for diplomacy and dialogue to bring peace.
SourcesVatican News
Radio Veritas Asia's Mandarin Service celebrated its 50th anniversary with a concert tour across Malaysia.
Radio Veritas Asia's Mandarin Service celebrated its 50th anniversary with a concert tour across Malaysia. The tour marked the 12th anniversary of the Global Chinese Hymn Composition Contest. The contest has produced nearly 600 original hymns for the Chinese Catholic Church.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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.
The Diocese of Nha Trang organized a Bible study course on August 8-9, 2026.
The Diocese of Nha Trang organized a Bible study course on August 8-9, 2026. The course focused on the New Testament environment. Participants included catechists from Cam Lâm and Cam Ranh.
Australia's Catholic bishops urge a culture of encounter to combat polarisation, racism, and social isolation.
Australia's Catholic bishops urge a culture of encounter to combat polarisation, racism, and social isolation. They warn that disagreement must not lead to hatred or violence. The bishops seek a more cohesive society.
Five south-west Sydney parishes gathered for the inaugural Ignite event.
Five south-west Sydney parishes gathered for the inaugural Ignite event. The event is a collaboration supported by the Parish Renewal Team and Sydney Catholic Youth. It aims to ignite young adult faith.
Catholics are encouraged to identify themselves in the national Census.
Catholics are encouraged to identify themselves in the national Census. The Census includes a question on religion. Catholics are urged to answer this question.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 10th August 2026 at 9:30am.
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 10th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event includes prayer for Spiritual Communion.
Pope Leo's August prayer intention focuses on evangelisation in the city.
Pope Leo's August prayer intention focuses on evangelisation in the city. He acknowledges societal concerns and the Church's limitations. The intention is for this month.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
The community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the 70th anniversary of Carmelite Friars' pastoral care.
The community of Our Lady of Mount Carmel celebrated the Feast of Our Lady of Mount Carmel and the 70th anniversary of Carmelite Friars' pastoral care. The parish marked the double celebration together.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
The Archdiocese of Malta shares the Gospel of the day.
The Archdiocese of Malta shares the Gospel of the day. Readings include 2 Corinthians 9:6-10 and John 12:24-26. Jesus teaches about sacrifice and service.
Preparations are underway for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea.
Preparations are underway for World Youth Day 2027 in Seoul, South Korea. The event is expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV and young Catholics from around the world. Planning has intensified with one year remaining before the event.
SourcesArchdiocese of HuêThe Catholic WeeklyCatholic New YorkCathNews Australia
Pope Leo XIV called for an end to attacks on civilians in Ukraine and Russia, and for humanitarian corridors in Sudan.
Pope Leo XIV called for an end to attacks on civilians in Ukraine and Russia, and for humanitarian corridors in Sudan. He expressed concern for the tragic situation in Sudan, particularly in El-Obeid. The Pope urged the international community to support efforts for an immediate ceasefire.
SourcesVatican NewsAgência Ecclesia
A study examined data over three decades and found that a country's religious values may serve as a protective factor against anxiety issues in children and adolescents.
A study examined data over three decades and found that a country's religious values may serve as a protective factor against anxiety issues in children and adolescents. The study reports that religious faith can protect against anxiety disorders in youth. The research suggests that societal religious norms can affect children's anxiety.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report
The postulator of Blessed Zdenka Schelingová's cause delivered a dossier on an alleged Denver healing to the archbishop of Bratislava.
The postulator of Blessed Zdenka Schelingová's cause delivered a dossier on an alleged Denver healing to the archbishop of Bratislava. This advances her path toward canonization. The healing occurred in Denver.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Erzbischof Udo Markus Bentz warned against a narrow understanding of Christian identity.
Erzbischof Udo Markus Bentz warned against a narrow understanding of Christian identity. He spoke at a lecture in Salzburg, emphasizing the importance of giving witness without coercion. Bentz cautioned against isolation and authoritarian tendencies.
SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE
Bishop Gerald Mamman Musa spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress.
Bishop Gerald Mamman Musa spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress. He said the Katsina Diocese will focus on transforming society. The diocese is in a Muslim-majority region in northwestern Nigeria.
Pope Leo XIV denounced the humanitarian crisis in El Obeid, Sudan, where a military siege has left over 500,000 people without basic supplies.
Pope Leo XIV denounced the humanitarian crisis in El Obeid, Sudan, where a military siege has left over 500,000 people without basic supplies. The Pope expressed concern for the crisis and renewed his call to protect the civilian population. The siege is occurring in the city of El Obeid, capital of North Kordofan state.
SourcesACI PrensaACI Digital
The Australian Bureau of Statistics clarified the religion question in the 2026 Census. It measures religious affiliation, not practice. This comes amid a secular campaign advising Australians on how to answer.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
Msgr. Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home diocese.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
Two Polish Conventual Franciscan missionaries were killed by Peru's Shining Path guerrillas. Their witness inspires Catholics to serve others despite danger. This event occurred 35 years ago.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
Mons. Orlando Roa Barbosa celebrated the Holy Mass that inaugurated the pilgrimage of the replicas of the Lord of Miracles of Buga. The event took place on Sunday, August 9, at the Catedral Inmaculada Concepción. The Archdiocese of Ibagué reported the event.
SourcesArchdiocese of IbaguéReligiose della Comunicazione Sociale
The Archdiocese of Baltimore's gun buyback collected 431 firearms. Since 2023, 1,487 guns have been collected. The Baltimore Police Department is involved.
SourcesCatholic Review
The Vatican's Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life appoints two nuns as advisors.
The Vatican's Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life appoints two nuns as advisors. Sr. Maria Nirmalini AC and Sr. Mary Lembo CSC will advise on matters of consecrated life. They are project partners of missio Aachen.
SourcesVatican News
Tomašas Halikas spoke at the Asian bishops' conference in Džakarta.
Tomašas Halikas spoke at the Asian bishops' conference in Džakarta. He discussed reading the signs of the times. The event was part of the visos Azijos vyskupų konferencijų atstovų asamblėjoje.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV will make an apostolic journey to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, 2027.
Pope Leo XIV will make an apostolic journey to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru from November 6 to 17, 2027. He will visit 10 capital cities. This journey is historic as it will allow him to visit countries with a low level of religious practice in South America, including Argentina, the birth country of the late Pope Francis.
SourcesVatican News
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