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From the Holy See
Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Agenzia Fides · CBCP News- 02 discussChurch & State16h 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 discussReligious OrdersUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV highlighted the work of religious women and men in a video message.
7 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsCBCP NewsCanção Nova+2
Pope Leo XIV highlighted the work of religious women and men in a video message. He expressed gratitude for their contributions to evangelization, education, and caring for the poor. The message was sent to the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US.
SourcesVatican NewsCBCP NewsCanção NovaNational Catholic RegisterACI Digital
- 04 discussBishops16h 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
- 05 discussReligious OrdersUpdated43m ago
Pope Leo XIV addressed the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US, urging them to become experts in synodality.
8 sources·19 reports·The Holy SeeVatican News
Pope Leo XIV addressed the Leadership Conference of Women Religious in the US, urging them to become experts in synodality. He emphasized the importance of unity and cooperation among different communities and charisms. The Pope also expressed gratitude for the contributions of women religious in evangelization, education, and care for the poor.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News
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.
Thursday, August 13
1 story- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew1m ago
Famiglia Cristiana
Francescano polacco San Massimiliano Kolbe was deported to Auschwitz in 1941. He offered his life for a fellow prisoner. Pope Giovanni Paolo II said his martyrdom brought victory through love and faith.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
Wednesday, August 12
58 stories · 21 corroborated- 01 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Bishop Nuno Brás da Silva Martins of Funchal met with the board of Cáritas Venezuela and the presidency of the Venezuelan Episcopal Conference.
2 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques
Bishop Nuno Brás da Silva Martins of Funchal met with the board of Cáritas Venezuela and the presidency of the Venezuelan Episcopal Conference. He thanked Cáritas for its social and charitable work. The meeting took place in Caracas, Venezuela.
- 02 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Jesuit astronomer Br. Guy Consolmagno discusses the relationship between faith and science.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Jesuit astronomer Br. Guy Consolmagno discusses the relationship between faith and science. He debunks the narrative of a war between the two, showing how astronomical discovery deepens religious devotion.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 03 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Rhoda Wise, an Ohio laywoman and mystic, may be declared venerable.
3 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
Rhoda Wise, an Ohio laywoman and mystic, may be declared venerable. She was a spiritual mentor to Mother Angelica. Her canonization cause has taken a significant step forward.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 04 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Catholic Healthcare has begun the final stage of the St Hedwig Village redevelopment in Blacktown.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Catholic Healthcare has begun the final stage of the St Hedwig Village redevelopment in Blacktown. The project will create a leading community for older people in Western Sydney. The site transformation is underway.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 05 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Peru aims to become a regular pilgrimage destination, leveraging Pope Leo XIV's visit to boost the local economy.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Peru aims to become a regular pilgrimage destination, leveraging Pope Leo XIV's visit to boost the local economy. The visit is seen as a launchpad for this initiative.
- 06 discussDioceses7h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 13th August 2026 at 9:30am.
2 sources·Knisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta
The Archdiocese of Malta is holding a Mass and Rosary on 13th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event includes prayer for Spiritual Communion.
- 07 discussDioceses7h ago
The Archdiocese of Barquisimeto initiates a cycle of spiritual renewal.
3 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Guanare
The Archdiocese of Barquisimeto initiates a cycle of spiritual renewal. The Jubilar Year commemorates 374 years of Nuestra Señora de Coromoto's appearance and 74 years of her canonical coronation as Patron of Venezuela. The year will focus on spiritual renewal and solidarity.
SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Guanare
- 08 discussChurch & State8h ago
The Venezuelan OMP expresses solidarity with Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake.
3 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Cartagena
The Venezuelan OMP expresses solidarity with Colombia after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake. The earthquake affected several regions, causing damage and loss of life. The Church in Venezuela offers prayers and support to those affected.
SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesDiocese of Cartagena
- 09 discussEducation7h ago
Alumni help Year 12 students prepare for Studies of Religion exams.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Alumni help Year 12 students prepare for Studies of Religion exams. The event aims to build students' confidence.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 10 discussReligious Freedom6h ago
Two tabernacles and a relic of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque were desecrated in Madrid.
3 sources·The Catholic WeeklyOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Two tabernacles and a relic of St. Margaret Mary Alacoque were desecrated in Madrid. Abogados Cristianos filed a formal complaint. The desecration occurred during an apparent church robbery.
- 11 discussReligious Freedom8h ago
Arizona's Supreme Court made a unanimous decision upholding a broad definition of clergy-penitent privilege.
3 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Arizona's Supreme Court made a unanimous decision upholding a broad definition of clergy-penitent privilege. The case involved the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints. The decision benefits the Catholic Church's seal of the confessional.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 12 discussLife & Family7h ago
Bishop Joseph Gontrand Décoste says gangs target the Church in Haiti.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Bishop Joseph Gontrand Décoste says gangs target the Church in Haiti. Violence has shut parishes and schools. The Church is a moral and spiritual bulkhead.
- 13 discussLife & Family8h ago
A Texas district court ruled that two hospitals must care for a baby due to be born to a surrogate mother.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
A Texas district court ruled that two hospitals must care for a baby due to be born to a surrogate mother. The hospitals are UT Southwestern Medical Center and Children’s Medical Center of Dallas. The baby's name is Gabriel.
- 14 discussBishopsUpdated4h ago
Mons. Tulio Luis Ramírez Padilla, II Bishop of Guarenas, passed away.
3 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of MachiquesACI Prensa
Mons. Tulio Luis Ramírez Padilla, II Bishop of Guarenas, passed away. He was 63 years old and had been hospitalized due to a respiratory infection. He served as Vicepostulador of the Beatification Cause of Dr. José Gregorio Hernández.
- 15 discussLife & Family9h ago
Medicaid has formally ended funds for 'sex-rejecting procedures' for minors.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Medicaid has formally ended funds for 'sex-rejecting procedures' for minors. The US Conference of Catholic Bishops urged government action in this area. The policy was formalized with a final rule.
- 16 discussReligious Orders9h ago
Father Benedict Chau, the last Chinese Trappist monk to survive Maoist persecution, has died at 108.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Father Benedict Chau, the last Chinese Trappist monk to survive Maoist persecution, has died at 108. He spent his final days at the monastery of Our Lady of Joy on Lantau Island, Hong Kong. Chau survived communist persecution by Mao Zedong.
- 17 discussCulture8h ago
The White Sox held a pope-themed game, giving away 40,000 'pope hats' to fans.
5 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendNational Catholic ReporterReligion News Service+2
The White Sox held a pope-themed game, giving away 40,000 'pope hats' to fans. The team lost to the Cincinnati Reds. The event was a tribute to Pope Leo XIV, a White Sox fan.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendNational Catholic ReporterReligion News ServiceNational Catholic RegisterThe Catholic Sun
- 18 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Pope Leo XIV encouraged sisters to foster vocations to religious life in the US.
4 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun+1
Pope Leo XIV encouraged sisters to foster vocations to religious life in the US. He sent a video message to the Leadership Conference of Women Religious. The message was sent on Aug. 12.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe Texas Catholic
- 19 discussCatholic Life11h ago
St. Eugene Catholic Church's $25,000 gift erased over $6.5 million in medical debt.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
St. Eugene Catholic Church's $25,000 gift erased over $6.5 million in medical debt. The parish launched a medical-debt relief effort to help families facing crushing bills.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 20 discussBishops11h ago
Card. Matteo Zuppi guided a prayer vigil for peace and justice in the Holy Land.
2 sources·Agenzia SIRDiocese of Bologna
Card. Matteo Zuppi guided a prayer vigil for peace and justice in the Holy Land. The event took place at the ruins of the church of Santa Maria Assunta in Casaglia, Monte Sole. The Archdiocese of Bologna and the Piccola Famiglia dell'Annunziata organized the vigil.
- 21 discussReligious Orders9h ago
Trappist Father Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, died at 108 years old.
6 sources·Catholic ReviewCatholic New YorkThe Tablet+3
Trappist Father Benedict Chao, the world's oldest Trappist monk, died at 108 years old. He was a survivor of Chinese communist persecution and helped rebuild a monastery in Hong Kong. The Diocese of Hong Kong announced his death.
SourcesCatholic ReviewCatholic New YorkThe TabletThe MonitorCathNews AustraliaAmerica
- 23 discussVaticanNew1h ago
The Southern Cross
Pope Leo's 'Magnifica Humanitas' relates to artificial intelligence's effect on the Church. The rapid rise of AI changes work, communication, learning, and decision-making.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 29 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
ACI Digital
Santa Dulce dos Pobres is celebrated today. She was canonized by Pope Francis in 2019. She dedicated her life to serving the poor and sick.
SourcesACI Digital
- 30 discussEducationNew2h ago
The Southern Cross
Mary MacKillop College Year 8 students participated in the Fleet Space LaunchBox Program and won a national award. The program was developed by Fleet Space Technologies. The students experienced the wonders of space.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 31 discussVaticanNew3h ago
ACI Prensa
The Mexican Catholic Church is preparing a document with names and photos of violence victims to give to Pope León XIV. The document will be delivered to the Pope. The Church is taking this action in response to violence in Mexico.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Archbishop Fisher delivered a homily for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time and the Silver Jubilee of Vows of six sisters. The homily was given at a Mass.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 38 discussDiocesesNew5h ago
ACI Prensa
The Archdiocese of Acapulco is preparing for potential natural disasters. The archdiocese is located in Guerrero, Mexico.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 40 discussCatholic Life6h ago
ACI Prensa
The Catholic Church celebrates four Marian dogmas. They are Inmaculada Concepción, Maternidad Divina, Virginidad Perpetua and Asunción. ACI Prensa explains their origin and meaning.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 41 discussDioceses7h ago
Vida Nueva
The original Virgin of Torreciudad statue will preside over the 47th Romería de Vírgenes de Ribagorza. Bishop Ángel Javier Pérez Pueyo ordered its transfer to the ermita-santuario. The event will take place on September 5 in Torreciudad.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 42 discussCatholic Life7h ago
The Monitor
Deacon Anthony Nicholas DiCesare died on Aug. 9 at age 90. He ministered at Our Lady of Hope Parish for over 20 years. A visitation and wake service is scheduled for Aug. 14.
SourcesThe Monitor
- 45 discussChurch & State8h ago
CathNews Australia
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese insists Labor has not been swayed by gambling donations. He is nearing a compromise deal with the Opposition on wagering reform.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 46 discussCatholic Life8h ago
CathNews Australia
Young Australians are experiencing a 'polycrisis' of economic, social, environmental, and political pressures. Traditional milestones are out of reach. New research highlights the challenges.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 48 discussCatholic Life8h ago
CathNews Australia
Tim Rawlings spoke to Catholic professionals about sowing hope. He shared how his childhood parish supported his family during hardship.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 49 discussCatholic Life8h ago
CathNews Australia
Sydney's annual Walk with Christ Eucharistic procession will be celebrated in November. The event coincides with the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 50 discussReligious Orders8h ago
Catholic New York
The Schoenstatt Sisters of Mary in Staten Island mark their centennial jubilee. A plenary indulgence was granted by Pope Leo XIV. The celebration is held at the Schoenstatt Shrine.
SourcesCatholic New York
- 51 discussVatican8h ago
CathNews Australia
Gerard O'Connell and Elisabetta Piqué will visit Australia for events on leadership and the Church's future. They are acclaimed Vatican journalists and authors. The University of Notre Dame Australia's Global Centre for Catholic Leaders is hosting the events.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 55 discussCatholic Life9h ago
National Catholic Register
Newlywed couples received a blessing in Rome. The event is described as a memory that will last a lifetime.
SourcesNational Catholic Register
- 58 discussChurch & State9h ago
Agência Ecclesia
D. Pedro Fernandes spoke at a press conference in Fátima about the Peregrinação do Migrante e Refugiado. The Church fights for migrants' voices. Eugénia Quaresma also attended.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
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