Saturday, August 22, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 20 · Green · The Liturgy of the Hours · updated 1m · Español · Italiano · Português · Français · Polski
The Catholic Church in India will celebrate Justice Sunday on August 23, a day for reflection, prayer, and raising awareness for social justice.
The Catholic Church in India will celebrate Justice Sunday on August 23, a day for reflection, prayer, and raising awareness for social justice. Archbishop Peter Machado and Cardinal Anthony Poola have issued statements calling for the promotion of social justice and the protection of the vulnerable. The day is an appeal to authorities and civil society to uphold constitutional principles of justice, equality, and secularism.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
Blue Lou Marini reflects on music and family before presenting Pope Leo XIV with iconic Ray-Ban sunglasses.
Blue Lou Marini reflects on music and family before presenting Pope Leo XIV with iconic Ray-Ban sunglasses. Marini is at the Rimini Meeting.
SourcesVatican News
Brother Guy, the Pope’s astronomer, was a guest on The Mark Swartzberg show.
Brother Guy, the Pope’s astronomer, was a guest on The Mark Swartzberg show. He appeared on the show. The Vatican Observatory shared the episode.
SourcesVatican Observatory
Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Fr. Andrzej Madej as Superior of the Mission sui iuris of Turkmenistan and appointed Fr. Paweł Janusz Kubiak as his successor.
Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Fr. Andrzej Madej as Superior of the Mission sui iuris of Turkmenistan and appointed Fr. Paweł Janusz Kubiak as his successor. Fr. Kubiak has been serving as Superior of the house and Bursar of the Mission sui iuris of Turkmenistan since September 2023.
Pope Leo XIV spoke at the 47th edition of the Meeting in Rimini, Italy.
Pope Leo XIV spoke at the 47th edition of the Meeting in Rimini, Italy. He urged participants to invert their route and rekindle dreams and visions. The Pope emphasized the need to unmask unjust power relations and to disarm technological development when it becomes invasive and destructive.
SourcesVatican News
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.
Bishop Vlado Košić delivered a homily at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Bistrica.
Bishop Vlado Košić delivered a homily at the National Shrine of Our Lady of Bistrica. Fr. Enrique Salvo also gave a homily on August 22, 2026.
The Vatican has confirmed to parents in the Archdiocese of Hamburg that the Vatican document “Male and Female He Created Them” remains the authoritative guide for sex education.
The Vatican has confirmed to parents in the Archdiocese of Hamburg that the Vatican document “Male and Female He Created Them” remains the authoritative guide for sex education. The debate about sex ed guidelines for schools in the German archdiocese continues. The Vatican letter was sent to parents in the Archdiocese of Hamburg.
Pope Leo XIV spoke to young people at the Meeting for Friendship among Peoples in Rimini.
Pope Leo XIV spoke to young people at the Meeting for Friendship among Peoples in Rimini. He encouraged them to build communion through friendship and mutual respect. The Pope also emphasized the importance of love and the need for a "civilization of love".
SourcesVatican NewsOpoka
Bishop Robert Boxie shares his faith journey from practicing law to becoming the youngest U.S. bishop.
Bishop Robert Boxie shares his faith journey from practicing law to becoming the youngest U.S. bishop. He believes his appointment will help him better minister and evangelize young Catholics and the U.S. Black Catholic community.
Pope Leo XIV spoke at the 47th Rimini Meeting, urging participants to love the Church and commending young people for their love for Christ and the Church.
Pope Leo XIV spoke at the 47th Rimini Meeting, urging participants to love the Church and commending young people for their love for Christ and the Church. He emphasized the importance of social friendship, dialogue, and mercy in times of conflict and division.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with clergy in San Marino.
Pope Leo XIV met with clergy in San Marino. He also plans to visit Metz, France. The Pope spoke about freedom of conscience.
The archbishop of Oklahoma City sat down with EWTN News at the premiere of a new film about the first American-born martyr.
The archbishop of Oklahoma City sat down with EWTN News at the premiere of a new film about the first American-born martyr.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Pope Leo XIV visited the Catholic community in San Marino, urging them to follow the path of the Gospel.
Pope Leo XIV visited the Catholic community in San Marino, urging them to follow the path of the Gospel. He encouraged the community to care for the most vulnerable and to choose forgiveness as an antidote to violence, isolation, and fear of others.
SourcesVatican News
The XX Giochi del Mediterraneo have officially started in Taranto, with 4,000 athletes from 26 countries participating.
The XX Giochi del Mediterraneo have officially started in Taranto, with 4,000 athletes from 26 countries participating. The inauguration ceremony took place on August 21, featuring music, dance, and performances by local artists. The games will run until September 3, with competitions held in various locations in Puglia.
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22.
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22. He met with civil authorities and the local church community. The Pope emphasized the importance of human dignity, freedom of conscience, and Christian education. He also encouraged the church to care for the weak and the poor.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22, 2026.
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino on August 22, 2026. He met with clergy and attended the Meeting for Friendship among Peoples. The Pope also sent a telegram to Italian President Sergio Mattarella.
Pope Leo XIV visited Rimini, Italy, where he attended the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples.
Pope Leo XIV visited Rimini, Italy, where he attended the 47th Meeting for Friendship among Peoples. He emphasized the importance of love, encounter, and dialogue in building a civilization of love. The Pope also met with people with disabilities and the poor, highlighting their dignity and worth.
SourcesVatican News
The Diocese of Torino announced the death of priest Gian Franco Troja at 86.
The Diocese of Torino announced the death of priest Gian Franco Troja at 86. He was ordained in 1968.
Pope Leo XIV met with authorities in San Marino.
Pope Leo XIV met with authorities in San Marino. He called for overcoming individualism and promoting brotherhood and peace.
SourcesVatican News
Pope greets San Marino. The Captains Regent, Alice Mina and Vladimiro Selva, spoke about the global situation, aid to Ukraine and shared vision of peace.
Pope greets San Marino. The Captains Regent, Alice Mina and Vladimiro Selva, spoke about the global situation, aid to Ukraine and shared vision of peace.
Pope Leo XIV met with clergy, consecrated persons, and ecclesial communities in the Basilica of San Marino.
Pope Leo XIV met with clergy, consecrated persons, and ecclesial communities in the Basilica of San Marino. He recommended care for the weak and forgiveness as an antidote to violence, isolation, and fear of others. He encouraged religious to strengthen the "educational pact" with families and invited young people to keep open the window to the infinite.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino.
Pope Leo XIV visited San Marino. He exchanged messages with Italian President Mattarella. The Pope's visit marked 100 years of diplomatic relations with the Holy See.
SourcesVatican News
Törő András, rector of the Pápai Magyar Intézet, celebrated St. Stephen's Day in Rome. He said St. Stephen was a man who looked ahead. The celebration took place at the Szent István Ház kápolnájában on August 20.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
Pope Leo praises San Marino as a model of freedom and common good. The pontiff argues that small political communities can offer lessons in public service and social cohesion. San Marino is a micro state.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
An Arizona court has ruled that confession must include a desire for reconciliation for clergy-penitent privilege to apply. The case did not involve Catholic clergy. The ruling could impact how courts view priest-penitent privilege in the future.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
Athletica Vaticana participates in the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Puglia.
Athletica Vaticana participates in the Mediterranean Games in Taranto, Puglia. The event brings together 4,000 athletes from 26 countries. Athletica Vaticana's players will compete against Egyptian players Youssef Hossam and Georges Wakim.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
Catholic Review publishes a story about a journey toward Christ and vocation. The story is about a retreat and its impact on the author's discernment of a vocation to the priesthood.
SourcesCatholic Review
Sister Mary Laurentilla Back died Aug. 10 at 93. A funeral Mass will be offered Aug. 25.
SourcesCatholic Review
Caritas Indonesia is helping survivors of the Flores earthquake that killed 72 people. Mgr. Riana Prapdi, Pr. is coordinating the response. The Church is committed to being present with the affected community.
SourcesMirifica News
Pierre Hadot publishes book. The book is called 'A lélek iskolája'.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
Padre Joaquim Ganhão, director of the Secretariado Nacional de Liturgia, defended the need for new care for sacred music in dioceses. The Secretariado Nacional de Liturgia is holding a liturgical music course in Fátima. 70 participants are attending the course.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
Martin Gabet, a priest in Prada, talks about Montserrat, Pau Casals, and the Conflent region. He mentions the "miracle" of Catalan still being spoken in the area.
SourcesReligión Digital
Felix Klein, the outgoing antisemitism commissioner, calls for stricter laws and more consequences against antisemitism. Klein warns of a further loss of trust among Jews in Germany.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
Pope Leo addressed the church community in San Marino, emphasizing the importance of faith, family, and solidarity.
Pope Leo addressed the church community in San Marino, emphasizing the importance of faith, family, and solidarity. He encouraged young people to open their hearts to great aspirations and to explore their vocations. The Pope also stressed the need for forgiveness and solidarity in the face of violence and fear.
SourcesVatican News
The Debrecen-Nyíregyházi Egyházmegye held a family camp from August 2-7 in Smaragdvölgy Pihenőpark. The camp was attended by 20 children.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
Leon XIV spoke to the faithful in San Marino about the Christian response to conflict and violence. He referenced the words of St. John Paul II, who visited the Republic in 1982. The Pope called for building communities based on freedom, solidarity, and unity.
SourcesOpoka
The column discusses Mary and the Rosary. It mentions two feast days.
SourcesCatholic Herald
Pāvests Leons XIV uzrunā Sanmarīno Republikas valdības pārstāvjus.
Pāvests Leons XIV uzrunā Sanmarīno Republikas valdības pārstāvjus. Viņš runāja par brīvību un sirdsapziņas respektēšanu. Pāvests norādīja uz saikni starp brīvību un vienotību.
SourcesVatican News
Athletica Vaticana participates in the Mediterranean Games in Taranto.
Athletica Vaticana participates in the Mediterranean Games in Taranto. The team promotes sport as a means of inclusion and dialogue.
SourcesVatican News
Ricchiuti, Pax Christi Italia president, writes to Schlein, inviting her and all political forces to discuss rearmament, diplomacy, non-violent defense and artificial intelligence in weapons systems. The letter comes 50 years after Bettazzi's letter to Berlinguer.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
A court in Belarus has recognized the Polish Catholic magazine Gość Niedzielny as extremist. The magazine's website, Facebook and Instagram pages, and YouTube channel have been added to the list of extremist materials. The magazine has been in publication since 1923.
SourcesRISU
Nothing on this page matches that. Every day on record →
The wire reads its registry every few minutes and still cannot see your diocese's own bulletin. Send us the link, or tell us who we should be reading, and a person will read it.
Anyone may read this page and vote on it. Confirm an email address and you may also comment under your own name, and your votes follow you from one device to the next. The full record, with the per-story source ledger, RSS, and the agent-readable interfaces, opens once we have welcomed you.
