The Catholic Near East Welfare Association provides food to starving children in Ethiopia. The Eastern Churches are helping with relief efforts.
SourcesVatican News
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Holy See Press Office · Ordine Francescano Frati Minori Cappuccini- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew33m ago
The Catholic Near East Welfare Association provides food to starving children in Ethiopia.
Vatican News
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Father Massimo Miraglio visited the isolated community of Nan Miel in Haiti.
Agenzia Fides
Father Massimo Miraglio visited the isolated community of Nan Miel in Haiti. The community lacks basic services and faces drought and food shortages. Despite difficulties, the community came together to celebrate the feast of St Bernard.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussBishopsNew5h ago
The Holy Father has appointed Rev. Fr. Serhii Kippa, OFM Cap., as auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Kyiv-Zhytomyr in Ukraine.
2 sources·Holy See Press OfficeOrdine Francescano Frati Minori Cappuccini
Pope names Rev. Fr. Serhii Kippa, OFM Cap., as auxiliary bishop of the Diocese of Kyiv-Zhytomyr in Ukraine. Fr. Kippa was previously the superior of the Custody of the Capuchin Friars in Ukraine. He was assigned the titular see of Marazane.
SourcesHoly See Press OfficeOrdine Francescano Frati Minori Cappuccini
- 04 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV gave a speech at the Angelus prayer on Sunday, August 30, in Castel Gandolfo.
L'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV gave a speech at the Angelus prayer on Sunday, August 30, in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
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 day's edition below, not here.
- Africa ACI Africa · Archdiocese of Abidjan · Diocese of Rieti–San Salvatore Maggiore
- America The Catholic Spirit · The Tablet · Catholic News Agency
- Asia Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
- Europe Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · TK KBS
- Oceania The Catholic Leader · The Catholic Weekly · The Southern Cross
Friday, September 4
55 stories · 11 corroborated- 01 discussDiocesesNew38m ago
Insurers of the Winona-Rochester Diocese will pay an additional $30 million in an abuse settlement.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Insurers of the Winona-Rochester Diocese will pay an additional $30 million in an abuse settlement. The diocese previously paid out a multimillion-dollar settlement.
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore visited the Minnesota State Fair.
4 sources·Catholic ReviewDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News+1
Archbishop William E. Lori of Baltimore visited the Minnesota State Fair. He liked it so much he came back two days later to concelebrate Mass.
SourcesCatholic ReviewDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 03 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Mother Teresa's charity continues to inspire 10 years after her canonization.
2 sources·OSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
Mother Teresa's charity continues to inspire 10 years after her canonization. Her organization began with one person in 1950 and grew to have more than 500 missions in 100 countries. The Church recommended her as a model disciple of Christ and a model of one who received and shared God's mercy.
SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 04 discussEducationNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV urged academics from Oxford University to seek the truth courageously in the footsteps of St. John Henry Newman.
7 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsThe Catholic SpiritCatholic News Agency+2
Pope Leo XIV urged academics from Oxford University to seek the truth courageously in the footsteps of St. John Henry Newman. The pope called St. John Henry Newman a shining example of a scholar who showed the inseparability of faith and reason. The meeting took place at the Vatican.
SourcesVatican NewsThe Catholic SpiritCatholic News AgencyOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 07 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
A 10km run through Paris will prepare for Pope Leo XIV's visit.
2 sources·Vatican NewsTK KBS
A 10km run through Paris will prepare for Pope Leo XIV's visit. The run is organized by Holy Games and supported by Athletica Vaticana. 5,000 participants will run through the city's streets.
SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS
- 08 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Bishop Jamal Daibes calls for international pressure to protect Palestinians.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Bishop Jamal Daibes calls for international pressure to protect Palestinians. He is Bishop of Djibouti and Apostolic Administrator of Somalia.
- 09 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from Oxford University's Oriel College.
2 sources·Vatican NewsTK KBS
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from Oxford University's Oriel College. The college is celebrating its 700th anniversary. The Pope encouraged the participants to seek truth and promote an integral anthropological vision.
SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS
- 10 discussBishopsNew2h ago
The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union argues against erasure of names from baptismal records.
3 sources·Catholic World NewsAlfa y OmegaACI Prensa
The Commission of the Bishops’ Conferences of the European Union argues against erasure of names from baptismal records. The Court of Justice of the European Union is expected to rule on the matter. The Commission published a 15-page position paper on the issue.
- 11 discussEducationUpdated2h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with members of Oriel College of Oxford University and encouraged them to promote integral anthropology.
5 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamCanção Nova
Pope Leo XIV met with members of Oriel College of Oxford University and encouraged them to promote integral anthropology. He cited St. John Henry Newman as an example of the inseparability of faith and reason. The meeting was part of the college's 700th anniversary celebration.
- 14 discussReligious OrdersNew55m ago
Missionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria
Fr. Elia Panizza, CMF died on September 4, 2026. He was a member of the Sanctus Paulus Province. He was born on June 5, 1947.
- 15 discussEducationNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary welcomed 140 seminarians and celebrated 20 ordinations to the priesthood. The seminary released its annual report.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 16 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
Catholic Review
Voters will consider state ballot measures on abortion, gender policy, housing and tax policy. Measures will be voted on in November.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 17 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences members nurture friendship through creative synodality exercise. The exercise aims to promote unity and cooperation.
- 18 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
FABC official urges Asian synod teams to become laboratories of synodality. The official made the statement to take a trivial example. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences made the announcement.
- 19 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
The Archbishop spoke at the Asian Synod Teams. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences reported the event.
- 26 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Catholic Review
Jesus says 'You are Peter, and upon this rock I will build my Church.'
SourcesCatholic Review
- 30 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
FABC official reflects on how to make laity own the Church. The official uses an example of changing car tires to illustrate the point. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences published the reflection.
- 31 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences published a model for synodality from Indonesia’s grassroots collaboration. The model offers a way for religious diversity.
- 32 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences urges synodal teams to offer practical help to dioceses. The teams should not impose new burdens on dioceses.
- 33 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Mongolia’s young Catholic Church sees synodality as an opportunity to build from the ground up. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences reports on this development. The Church is taking a unique approach to synodality.
- 34 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly·Perspective
God saves us by bearing suffering. Father Eric Banecker shows us the way to follow Jesus.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 37 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Panelists identify mentality as major obstacle. Urge national synodal teams to accompany dioceses patiently.
- 38 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences reports. Myanmar Bishop spoke.
- 39 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly·Perspective
He reflects on Jesus' Passion as a model. He discusses reconciliation.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 40 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Asian Synodal Teams take home the spirit of listening, conversion and accompaniment. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences reports on the synodal teams.
- 41 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences urges Asian dioceses to make synodal assemblies spiritual experiences. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences made the call. The call was made to Asian dioceses.
- 42 discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago
CBCP News
A study presented to religious superiors found that an aging population of Catholic religious women is creating a growing care challenge for congregations in the Philippines. The study revealed that the congregations are facing difficulties in caring for their elderly members. The challenge is expected to grow as the population of religious women continues to age.
SourcesCBCP News
- 43 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences
Vietnam Bishop says synodality calls Church leaders to listen before giving answers. The bishop made the statement on the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences website.
- 46 discussCultureNew3h ago
Paolo Benanti gives a lecture at the Festival della mente in Sarzana.
Vatican News
Paolo Benanti gives a lecture at the Festival della mente in Sarzana. The festival runs from September 4 to 6 and features over 50 guests. The theme of the festival is fire.
SourcesVatican News
- 47 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Bishop Germanus Kwak Jin-Sang of the Diocese of Suwon says faith can arise from a real encounter, even in the age of artificial intelligence.
Agenzia Fides
Bishop Germanus Kwak Jin-Sang of the Diocese of Suwon says faith can arise from a real encounter, even in the age of artificial intelligence. He envisions fruitful encounters between young people and Korean families during World Youth Day in Seoul in 2027. Kwak was appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Suwon in 2025 and received episcopal ordination in 2026.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 48 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Dom Murilo Krieger, Archbishop Emeritus of Salvador, shares reflections on his new ministerial phase.
Vatican News
Dom Murilo Krieger, Archbishop Emeritus of Salvador, shares reflections on his new ministerial phase. He recently met with Pope Leo XIV Krieger discusses the challenges of announcing the Gospel in contemporary society.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussChurch & StateNew4h ago
Violent clashes between Aden forces and Houthi rebels in Yemen have caused thousands to flee.
Vatican News
Violent clashes between Aden forces and Houthi rebels in Yemen have caused thousands to flee. The UN has condemned the attacks and called for a return to negotiations.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussBishopsNew4h ago
CNBB
The bishops of the Regional Leste 1 of the CNBB, which includes the dioceses of the state of Rio de Janeiro, published a Note of Clarification and Pastoral Exhortation. The document emphasizes the importance of communion in the Church and the bond with the Pope and the diocesan bishops.
SourcesCNBB
- 51 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Nationale Synodenteams haben in Bangkok über Synodalität nachgedacht.
Vatican News
Nationale Synodenteams haben in Bangkok über Synodalität nachgedacht. Sie wollen Synodalität besser im kirchlichen Leben verankern.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussCultureNew4h ago
Exhibition shows masterpieces of painting from Vatican collections.
Vatican News
Exhibition shows masterpieces of painting from Vatican collections.
SourcesVatican News
- 54 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Order of Preachers
Dominican leaders gathered in Ibadan, Nigeria, from 31 August to 3 September 2026. The assembly commemorated 50 years of continental collaboration. The assembly elected new leaders.
SourcesOrder of Preachers
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