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Vatican News · Diocese of Ban Mê Thuôt · The Holy See · L'Osservatore Romano- 01 discussCultureNew1h ago
Nominations for the 2027 Zayed Award for Human Fraternity are open until October 1, 2026.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Ban Mê Thuôt
- 02 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope greets International Catholic Legislators Network meeting.
The Holy See
Pope greets International Catholic Legislators Network meeting. Theme is Human Dignity and Artificial Intelligence. Pope emphasizes the importance of technology serving the integral development of every person.
SourcesThe Holy See
- 03 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV addressed the International Catholic Legislators Network, urging legislation to protect human rights and human dignity.
3 sources·L'Osservatore RomanoVatican NewsDiocese of Skopje
Pope Leo XIV addressed the International Catholic Legislators Network, urging legislation to protect human rights and human dignity. He warned that artificial intelligence must never erode the family. The Pope spoke at Castel Gandolfo.
- 04 discussReligious Orders1d ago
Father Robert Goessens, a Belgian missionary, died in Japan at 97.
Agenzia Fides
Father Robert Goessens, a Belgian missionary, died in Japan at 97. He was part of the first group of CICM missionaries to arrive in Ulaanbaatar in 1992. Goessens established the mission and worked in social services and child welfare.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussCultureNew1h ago
The telegram was read during a mass in Tarente.
2 sources·Vatican NewsTK KBS
The telegram was read during a mass in Tarente. The games are a symbol of brotherhood.
SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS
- 06 discussVatican6h ago
Die Messe fand in der Pfarrkirche statt.
L'Osservatore Romano
Die Messe fand in der Pfarrkirche statt.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
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Friday, August 21
50 stories · 6 corroborated- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
Faithful in Houston gathered for a Mass and candlelight vigil to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, an immigrant who died after an encounter with federal immigration agents.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Faithful in Houston gathered for a Mass and candlelight vigil to honor Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, an immigrant who died after an encounter with federal immigration agents. Hundreds attended the event. Archbishop Joe S. Vásquez spoke at the Mass.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 02 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Mgr Benoît BERTRAND invites faithful to pay tribute to Mgr Stanislas LALANNE, bishop emeritus of Pontoise, who died on Monday, August 17, 2026.
2 sources·Diocese of VersaillesDiocese of Pontoise
Mgr Benoît BERTRAND invites faithful to pay tribute to Mgr Stanislas LALANNE, bishop emeritus of Pontoise, who died on Monday, August 17, 2026. The tribute will take place on Tuesday and Wednesday. Mgr Stanislas LALANNE was the bishop emeritus of Pontoise.
- 03 discussLiturgyNew3h ago
The Diocese of Málaga explains the celebration of Santa María Reina on August 22.
2 sources·Diocese of MálagaPrimeros Cristianos
The Diocese of Málaga explains the celebration of Santa María Reina on August 22. The feast day is related to the Assumption of Mary. The Diocese cites the Constitution Apostólica Lumen Gentium and the encyclical "Ad Caeli Reginam" by Pope Pío XII.
- 04 discussVaticanNew53m ago
Pope León XIV addressed the International Catholic Legislators Network, warning against the dangers of AI and calling for regulation to protect human dignity and the family.
2 sources·4 reports·Vatican NewsVida Nueva
Pope León XIV addressed the International Catholic Legislators Network, warning against the dangers of AI and calling for regulation to protect human dignity and the family. He emphasized the need for a robust legal framework and independent oversight. The Pope also highlighted the importance of protecting the human family from the potential negative impacts of AI.
SourcesVatican NewsVida Nueva
- 05 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit San Marino and Rimini.
3 sources·Vatican NewsAgenzia SIR
Pope Leo XIV will visit San Marino and Rimini. He will meet with civil and religious authorities, pray at the Basilica del Santo, and engage with the local ecclesial community. The visit is expected to convey a message of peace to a wounded world.
SourcesVatican NewsAgenzia SIR
- 06 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Bishops and experts will discuss the implementation of the global synodal process in Wels.
2 sources·Diocese of LinzTK KBS
Bishops and experts will discuss the implementation of the global synodal process in Wels. The meeting will take place from 14 to 17 September 2026. The discussion will focus on shaping synodality in Europe.
SourcesDiocese of LinzTK KBS
- 07 discussVaticanNew11m ago
FSSPX.News
Un évêque et un responsable du Dicastère pour la doctrine de la foi ont participé à un rite païen à Cusco. Le pape Léon XIV doit visiter le Pérou dans quelques mois.
SourcesFSSPX.News
- 08 discussReligious OrdersNew48m ago
Scalabriniane, Suore Missionarie di S. Carlo Borromeo
Scalabriniane Suore Missionarie di S. Carlo Borromeo made a pastoral visit to St. Charles Community in Tagum, Philippines. The visit aimed to bridge the gap between the community and the Delegation in Asia. The mission house serves as a hub for evangelization and pastoral care.
SourcesScalabriniane, Suore Missionarie di S. Carlo Borromeo
- 10 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Francis leads the Angelus and Rosary on August 21, 2026.
Vatican News
Pope Francis leads the Angelus and Rosary on August 21, 2026. The event is available on Vatican News.
SourcesVatican News
- 18 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
Lira Diocese is mobilising food assistance for vulnerable families in Karamoja.
Vatican News
Lira Diocese is mobilising food assistance for vulnerable families in Karamoja. The Catholic Church in Uganda has intensified its response to the worsening food crisis.
SourcesVatican News
- 21 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
The Diocese of Buea has a new pastoral guideline.
Vatican News
The Diocese of Buea has a new pastoral guideline. Mgr Michael Miabesue Bibi presented the document on August 15, 2026. The guideline will guide the diocese's pastoral action.
SourcesVatican News
- 23 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Thousands of faithful from the Archdiocese of Nampula participated in a pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Mary Mother of the Redeemer in Meconta.
Vatican News
Thousands of faithful from the Archdiocese of Nampula participated in a pilgrimage to the Sanctuary of Mary Mother of the Redeemer in Meconta. Archbishop Dom Inácio Saúre called on the faithful to live charity, holiness and solidarity with the needy. The pilgrimage took place on August 15 and 16.
SourcesVatican News
- 26 discussLife & FamilyNew3h ago
Agenzia SIR
Caritas italiana's Boca says a cultural change is needed to address femminicidi. Caritas italiana promotes women's economic and work emancipation through the Progetto Ruth.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 28 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Jesuits Global
Jesuits Global published a post on accompanying Indigenous communities in hope. The post is titled “Accompanying Indigenous communities in hope”.
SourcesJesuits Global
- 31 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
The Southern Cross
Local vocations, synodality are part of the change.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 37 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Bishop Domenico Beneventi describes the atmosphere in San Marino as it awaits the visit of Pope Leo XIV.
4 reports·Vatican News
Bishop Domenico Beneventi describes the atmosphere in San Marino as it awaits the visit of Pope Leo XIV. The bishop highlights the region's ancient Christian roots, sense of community, and efforts towards reconciliation and active neutrality.
SourcesVatican News
- 38 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Caritas Internationalis
Caritas Internationalis is supporting communities affected by Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The outbreak continues to spread in the east of the country. Caritas is providing aid to those affected.
SourcesCaritas Internationalis
- 39 discussLife & FamilyNew3h ago
Caritas Internationalis
Caritas Internationalis is supporting communities affected by Ebola in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The outbreak continues to spread in the east of the country. Caritas is providing aid to those affected.
SourcesCaritas Internationalis
Thursday, August 20
5 stories · 3 corroborated- 01 discussEducation6h ago
The Vatican has reaffirmed its teaching on sex education in response to concerns from parents in Hamburg.
2 sources·ZENIT News Agency
The Vatican has reaffirmed its teaching on sex education in response to concerns from parents in Hamburg. The Dicastery for Culture and Education clarified that the Church's position remains the same as set out in its 2019 document. Parents in Hamburg had demanded a change in the Archdiocese of Hamburg's framework for sex education.
SourcesZENIT News Agency
- 04 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Sisters in Baba 1, Nordwestregion Kamerun, offer medical care and support to those in need.
Vatican News
Sisters in Baba 1, Nordwestregion Kamerun, offer medical care and support to those in need. They continue their service despite poverty, insecurity and conflict.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussVatican6h ago
Er spricht über das liturgische Jahr.
L'Osservatore Romano
Er spricht über das liturgische Jahr.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
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