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Monday, August 31, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 22 · Green · The Liturgy of the Hours · updated 27m

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From the Holy See

Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Holy See Press Office · ACI Prensa
  1. 01
    Cardinal Czerny addresses 25th Inter-Institutional Meeting
    discussVatican9h ago
    2 sources5 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV ordains Paul Liu Honggang Bishop of Datong
    discussBishops7h ago

    Paul Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China's Shanxi province.

    8 sources19 reportsVatican News

    Paul Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China's Shanxi province. He was appointed by Pope Leo XIV on August 10, following the approval of his candidacy under the framework of the Provisional Agreement between the Holy See and the People's Republic of China.

    SourcesVatican News

  3. 03
    Pope names Jean Abou Charouche Apostolic Exarch for Melkite Greek Catholics in Argentina
    discussBishops9h ago
    3 sourcesHoly See Press OfficeACI PrensaVida Nueva

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeACI PrensaVida Nueva

  4. 04
    Nepal suffers 900+ deaths after earthquake
    discussCulture13h ago
    2 sources4 reportsVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano

    SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV receives members of the supervisory commission for the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza foundation
    discussVatican10h ago

    Pope Leo XIV received members of the supervisory commission for the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza foundation.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV received members of the supervisory commission for the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza foundation. The foundation was established by the Pope with a chirograph on May 27, 2026. The meeting took place in the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Bishop Bulus Yohanna calls for increased security at places of worship
    discussBishops14h ago

    Bishop Bulus Yohanna of Kontagora has called for increased security measures at places of worship in Nigeria.

    2 sources3 reportsAgenzia FidesVatican News

    Bishop Bulus Yohanna of Kontagora has called for increased security measures at places of worship in Nigeria. He made the appeal after recent attacks on Muslim communities. The bishop stressed that an attack on any place of worship is a threat to the wider community.

    SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News

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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.

  1. Africa ACI Africa
    1. Kenyan Catholic Archbishop Acknowledges “gesture of friendship” from Muslim Leaders at Parish Pastoral Visit
    2. “Some crosses are preventable,” Catholic Archbishop Urges Nigerian Leaders to Address Suffering
    3. “Your new stage requires a total commitment”: Catholic Archbishop to Sisters at Perpetual Profession in Angola
  2. America Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend · The Catholic Weekly · OSV News
    1. Catholic aid worker in Nepal sees ‘long road’ to recovery after ‘unprecedented’ disaster for region
    2. The Origins and Consequences of Big Tech’s “Tobacco Moment”
    3. Canção Nova unites different stories with one charism
  3. Asia Mirifica News · Matters India
    1. Caritas Indonesia and Keuskupan Agung Ende train 1 team
    2. Latin Church leaders meet Pope Leo XIV at Vatican
    3. Pioneering Church NGO in addiction recovery celebrates 40 years
  4. Europe DOMRADIO.DE · La Croix · Knisja Maltija
    1. Pater Sandesh sees minimalism as Franciscan
    2. Édouard Philippe calls for union
    3. Archdiocese of Malta publishes Gospel of the day
  5. Oceania The Catholic Weekly · Catholic Outlook
    1. St Carlo relic tours Australia
    2. James K.A. Smith discusses human desire for God
    3. Made for greatness: Why the world needs strong men

Monday, August 31

59 stories · 10 corroborated
  1. 01
    Catholic aid worker in Nepal sees ‘long road’ to recovery after ‘unprecedented’ disaster for region
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago

    A Catholic aid worker in Nepal says the road to recovery will be long after devastating floods and mudslides.

    4 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic WeeklyOSV News+1

    A Catholic aid worker in Nepal says the road to recovery will be long after devastating floods and mudslides. The floods and mudslides occurred along the Nepal-China border.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic WeeklyOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  2. 02
    Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend reports data centers concerns
    discussCulture7h ago

    The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend reports concerns over data centers.

    3 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend reports concerns over data centers. Data centers are opposed due to energy use and utility costs. The Catholic Climate Covenant has flagged issues with data centers.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  3. 03
    Chimpay celebrates 140th anniversary of Ceferino Namuncurá
    discussCatholic LifeUpdated5h ago

    The city held a traditional pilgrimage.

    2 sourcesACI PrensaVida Nueva

    The city held a traditional pilgrimage. A crowd gathered for the festivities.

    SourcesACI PrensaVida Nueva

  4. 04
    Knights of Columbus open St. John Paul II retreat house
    discussCatholic Life8h ago

    The Knights of Columbus have opened a new retreat house in Washington, DC, dedicated to St. John Paul II.

    5 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New YorkThe Catholic Sun+2

    The Knights of Columbus have opened a new retreat house in Washington, DC, dedicated to St. John Paul II. The retreat house is located adjacent to the St. John Paul II National Shrine. Baltimore Archbishop William Lori blessed the facility.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New YorkThe Catholic SunThe MonitorOSV News

  5. 05
    Bishops meet in Benevento
    discussBishops7h ago
    2 sourcesDiocese of Molfetta–Ruvo–Giovinazzo–TerlizziCaritas Italiana

    SourcesDiocese of Molfetta–Ruvo–Giovinazzo–TerlizziCaritas Italiana

  6. 06
    Father Marko Rupnik faces allegations
    discussBishopsUpdated3h ago

    Father Marko Rupnik faces allegations of sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse.

    3 sourcesThe Catholic WeeklyThe Catholic SunOSV News

    Father Marko Rupnik faces allegations of sexual, psychological and spiritual abuse. The allegations were met with cover-ups and bureaucratic delays. The case has tested the Catholic Church's commitment to transparency.

    SourcesThe Catholic WeeklyThe Catholic SunOSV News

  7. 07
    Experts warn of growing threat to religious freedom at Rimini Meeting in Italy
    discussReligious Freedom9h ago

    Speakers at the Rimini Meeting highlighted persecution of Christians, violence in Nigeria and Lebanon, and the importance of defending freedom of belief for people of all faiths.

    2 sourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

    Speakers at the Rimini Meeting highlighted persecution of Christians, violence in Nigeria and Lebanon, and the importance of defending freedom of belief for people of all faiths. The meeting took place in Italy. Experts warn of growing threat to religious freedom.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

  8. 08
    Abelardo de la Espriella apologizes for violating religious neutrality in his inauguration
    discussChurch & StateUpdated41m ago

    Abelardo de la Espriella, President of Colombia, has apologized for using religious symbols in his inauguration on August 7.

    3 sourcesACI PrensaACI DigitalVida Nueva

    Abelardo de la Espriella, President of Colombia, has apologized for using religious symbols in his inauguration on August 7. He asked for forgiveness for any offense caused.

    SourcesACI PrensaACI DigitalVida Nueva

  9. 09
    Brazil Archbishop Establishes Rules for AI Use
    discussDiocesesUpdated2h ago

    Archbishop Josafá Menezes da Silva of the Archdiocese of Aracaju has established rules for the use of artificial intelligence in archdiocesan communications.

    4 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI Prensa+1

    Archbishop Josafá Menezes da Silva of the Archdiocese of Aracaju has established rules for the use of artificial intelligence in archdiocesan communications. The rules require that AI use conform to reality and truth. The archbishop directed that AI must not misrepresent a person’s appearance, voice, or statements.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report

  10. 10
    Israel taps Catholics Against Antisemitism
    discussChurch & State10h ago

    The Government of Israel has tapped the Coalition of Catholics Against Antisemitism as part of its outreach to American Catholics.

    3 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

    The Government of Israel has tapped the Coalition of Catholics Against Antisemitism as part of its outreach to American Catholics. The Coalition is part of Israel's latest effort to fight antisemitism. The outreach is aimed at American Catholics.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

  11. 11
    Pater Sandesh sees minimalism as Franciscan
    discussCatholic LifeNew41m ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Pater Manuel Sandesh says minimalism is more than a trend. He recognizes his Franciscan spirituality in it. Simplicity makes people happy.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  12. 12
    St Carlo relic tours Australia
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    A relic of St Carlo Acutis is touring Australian cities and towns. The relic is inspiring people to renew their love for Jesus in the Eucharist. The tour is part of a Eucharistic mission.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  13. 13
    ACI Prensa reports film on Sacred Heart of Jesus
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    ACI Prensa

    ACI Prensa reports a film on the Sacred Heart of Jesus has been released in Mexico. The film is titled Sagrado Corazón: Su Reino no tendrá fin.

    SourcesACI Prensa

  14. 14
    James K.A. Smith discusses human desire for God
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Catholic Outlook

    James K.A. Smith, an Augustine scholar, discusses human desire for God. He references St. Augustine's dictum.

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  15. 15
    Édouard Philippe calls for union
    discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
    La Croix

    The union seems difficult to achieve.

    SourcesLa Croix

  16. 16
    Caritas Indonesia and Keuskupan Agung Ende train 1 team
    discussDiocesesNew1h ago
    Mirifica News

    Caritas Indonesia and Keuskupan Agung Ende conducted a training for a team to strengthen their response to the post-earthquake situation in Flores. The training was held at the Rumah Bina PSE Keuskupan Agung Ende. The event aimed to enhance the capacity of the team to conduct needs assessments and sectoral studies.

    SourcesMirifica News

  17. 17
    Made for greatness: Why the world needs strong men
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  18. 18
    Catholic Outlook publishes reflection for Season of Creation
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Catholic Outlook

    Catholic Outlook publishes a reflection for the Season of Creation. The reflection discusses St Francis' commitment to simple living and attention to nature.

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  19. 19
    Labor ministers back telehealth VAD
    discussLife & FamilyNew2h ago
    The Catholic Weekly

    Labor ministers support telehealth VAD consultations. The Catholic Weekly reports on the push and opposition.

    SourcesThe Catholic Weekly

  20. 20
    Mother Teresa Gave Princess Diana a Rosary—And She Was Reportedly Buried With It
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    ChurchPOP

    SourcesChurchPOP

  21. 21
    Arquidiócesis de Monterrey converts vehicle into mobile chapel
    discussDiocesesNew3h ago
    ACI Prensa

    The Archdiocese of Monterrey has converted a vehicle into a mobile chapel to bring the presence of Jesus Eucharist to areas without temples. The mobile chapel will travel through the streets of Monterrey, Mexico.

    SourcesACI Prensa

  22. 22
    The Origins and Consequences of Big Tech’s “Tobacco Moment”
    discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
    Public Discourse

    SourcesPublic Discourse

  23. 23
    Shaleta to face criminal trial
    discussBishopsNew4h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  24. 24
    German bishops condemn AfD
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    2 reportsThe Pillar Podcast

    The German bishops’ conference formally condemned the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in 2024. The condemnation came ahead of elections in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt. The University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, is offering scholarships to Pillar paid subscribers.

    SourcesThe Pillar Podcast

  25. 25
    Canção Nova unites different stories with one charism
    discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
    Canção Nova

    Canção Nova prioritizes sharing the experience of encountering Jesus Christ in daily life. The community has one charism.

    SourcesCanção Nova

  26. 26
    Aleteia publishes interview on fear and anxiety after death
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Aleteia

    Aleteia publishes interview with Laura Aguilar, a thanatologist and author. Aguilar discusses fear and anxiety after death.

    SourcesAleteia

  27. 27
    Canção Nova celebrates 25 years in Fortaleza
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Canção Nova

    The organization held a celebration for the people of God.

    SourcesCanção Nova

  28. 28
    Sonia Llauró de Ibarra raises 6 priests and 2 nuns
    discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
    Aleteia

    Sonia Llauró de Ibarra, a mother of 12, has six sons who are priests and two daughters who are nuns. Three of her children are married and one died in childhood.

    SourcesAleteia

  29. 29
    Archbishop William Lori visits Minnesota State Fair
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    The Catholic Spirit

    Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore visited the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 28. He concelebrated Mass with Father Robert Fitzpatrick two days later.

    SourcesThe Catholic Spirit

  30. 30
    Archdiocese of Malta publishes Gospel of the day
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    2 reportsKnisja Maltija

    The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for 1st September. The Gospel is from Luke 4:31-37.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  31. 31
    ‘Blessed are the pure of heart’: religious art expert Sr Rosemary Crumlin farewelled at Parramatta Mass
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    Catholic Outlook

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  32. 32
    Building social cohesion in Australia with a ‘culture of encounter’
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    The Catholic Leader

    SourcesThe Catholic Leader

  33. 33
    South Australia pushes for change to assisted dying telehealth law
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  34. 34
    Assembly reveals stronger parish voice and missionary focus
    discussDioceses6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  35. 35
    Walk in the Footsteps of Soon-to-Be-Blessed Fulton Sheen
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  36. 36
    Potential partnership aims to strengthen theological education
    discussEducation6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  37. 37
    New Priest’s Gift to His Parents at First Mass Has the Internet in Tears
    discussDiocesesNew5h ago
    ChurchPOP

    SourcesChurchPOP

  38. 38
    Albanese backs block on algorithms but no ban on AI glasses
    discussCulture6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  39. 39
    Obituary: Sr. Mary Elizabeth Mooney, OP
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  40. 40
    ‘Catholic identity shapes every aspect of school life’
    discussBishops6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  41. 41
    Pope Leo Village Takes Root in Milwaukee
    discussVatican6h ago
    Catholic Herald

    SourcesCatholic Herald

  42. 42
    Abbot to share wisdom of Benedictine tradition
    discussReligious Orders6h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  43. 43
    How one Little League umpire cultivates faith on the field
    discussCulture6h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  44. 44
    Indian cathedral shut over liturgy row reopens
    discussDioceses7h ago
    CathNews Australia

    SourcesCathNews Australia

  45. 45
    The Church’s approach to work and why it prays for workers
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  46. 46
    Santa Teresa de Calcuta: Amar a Jesús en los más pequeños – La Voz de Dios Aug. 30, 2026
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    CatholicPhilly

    SourcesCatholicPhilly

  47. 47
    East Asia Youth Unite in Faith at Claret Way Gathering in Fukuoka
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    Missionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria

    SourcesMissionari Figli del Cuore Immacolato di Maria

  48. 48
    God is not a CEO
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  49. 49
    Bp Wołkowicz calls for unity on 46th anniversary of August Agreements
    discussBishops8h ago
    Opoka

    Bp Zbigniew Wołkowicz called for unity on the 46th anniversary of the August Agreements. He reminded of the role of the Church and Christ's teaching in the fight for freedom. He appealed to stand by the weaker ones.

    SourcesOpoka

  50. 50
    September feasts: Commemorating the Holy Cross and Our Lady of Sorrows
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    The Monitor

    SourcesThe Monitor

  51. 51
    Yale’s most popular history course is not what you might expect
    discussEducation8h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  52. 52
    Latin Church leaders meet Pope Leo XIV at Vatican
    discussVatican8h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  53. 53
    The Dignity of Work and the Place of Labor Unions
    discussVatican9h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  54. 54
    Pioneering Church NGO in addiction recovery celebrates 40 years
    discussCatholic Life9h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  55. 55
    They look like religious teachers. But they’re AI — and millions are listening
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    America

    SourcesAmerica

  56. 56
    Laity empowered: Indian seminars advance Synodal Church vision
    discussVatican9h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  57. 57
    We may never see the fruit—Plant anyway.
    discussDioceses10h ago
    The Catholic Telegraph

    SourcesThe Catholic Telegraph

  58. 58
    Emergency Relief and Prayers for Nepal-Tibet Border
    discussCatholic Life10h ago
    Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio

    SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio

  59. 59
    Catholic Review explains Church teaching on death penalty
    discussLife & Family10h ago
    Catholic Review

    Catholic Review answers a question about the Catholic Church's teaching on the death penalty. The Church is officially against the death penalty. The answer also discusses how to read the Old Testament as a Catholic.

    SourcesCatholic Review

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