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Sunday, August 30, 2026 · 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time · Green · The Liturgy of the Hours · updated 1m

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  1. 01
    Pope quotes St Augustine on peace
    discussVaticanNew31m ago

    The Pope quotes St Augustine on peace.

    Vatican News

    The Pope quotes St Augustine on peace. The Pope made the quote in a video. The video is on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV leads Angelus at Castel Gandolfo
    discussVaticanNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer at Castel Gandolfo on Sunday, August 30, 2026.

    16 sources28 reportsThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

    Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer at Castel Gandolfo on Sunday, August 30, 2026. In his reflection, he spoke about the importance of dialogue with God, even when we do not understand His ways. He used the example of Peter, who did not understand Jesus' words about his impending Passion, but still remained faithful and learned to accept God's will.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

  3. 03
    Kazakhstan Embassy to Holy See marks International Day against Nuclear Tests
    discussCulture19h ago

    The Embassy of Kazakhstan to the Holy See marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests.

    Agenzia Fides

    The Embassy of Kazakhstan to the Holy See marked the International Day against Nuclear Tests. Kazakhstan closed the Semipalatinsk nuclear test site 35 years ago. The site was the location of 456 nuclear tests between 1949 and 1989.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV mourns King Harald V
    discussVatican23h ago

    Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King’s decades of “devoted service” to the Scandinavian…

    12 sources18 reportsVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of Hallam+1

    Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King’s decades of “devoted service” to the Scandinavian nation.

    SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV urges release of 40 Haiti hostages
    discussChurch & StateNew1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV condemned the recent massacre in Haiti and urged the release of hostages.

    3 sources8 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV condemned the recent massacre in Haiti and urged the release of hostages. He also renewed his call for aid to Nepal after deadly floods. The Pope made the appeal after reciting the midday Angelus prayer from Castel Gandolfo on Sunday.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  6. 06
    Pope presides Mass, joins procession
    discussVatican21h ago

    Pope Leo XIV presided over Mass at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo and then joined a procession with a statue of the Madonna del Lago.

    4 sourcesHoly See Press OfficeVatican NewsKTO

    Pope Leo XIV presided over Mass at the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago in Castel Gandolfo and then joined a procession with a statue of the Madonna del Lago. The procession took place on the Lago di Albano.

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeVatican NewsKTO

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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 AMECEA
    1. Pope Leo XIV warns war and ecological destruction wound creation
    2. Bishop Chaima urges Malawi children to serve others
    3. Archbishop Thomas Luke Msusa launches Eucharistic Congress
  2. America National Catholic Register · Catholic Review · Canção Nova
    1. ‘Give Me Your Heart, O Mary’
    2. Juliana D’Alessandro named teacher of the year
    3. CN Agro shows creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo
  3. Asia CBCP News · Matters India
    1. Diocese of Talibon prepares first synod
    2. Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao urges fair law enforcement
    3. Huwag sumunod sa agos ng mundo
  4. Europe cath.ch · Niedziela · Knisja Maltija
    1. cath.ch publishes desert wisdom series
    2. cath.ch publishes La ferme où on aime Jésus sans en parler
    3. Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff
  5. Oceania Nothing filed in this window.

Sunday, August 30

57 stories · 4 corroborated
  1. 01
    Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség holds general chapter
    discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago

    The Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség held a general chapter.

    2 sourcesArchdiocese of Alba IuliaMagyar Kurír

    The Csíksomlyói Szűz Mária Regionális Testvéri Közösség held a general chapter. The Szociális Missziótársulat is preparing for its chapter.

    SourcesArchdiocese of Alba IuliaMagyar Kurír

  2. 02
    Gunmen kill 1, wound 5 at techno party in Aarau
    discussCulture6h ago

    Gunmen opened fire at a techno party in Aarau, killing one person and wounding five others.

    2 sourcesLa CroixGość Niedzielny

    Gunmen opened fire at a techno party in Aarau, killing one person and wounding five others. The perpetrators are still at large. The incident occurred on the night of August 29-30, 2026.

    SourcesLa CroixGość Niedzielny

  3. 03
    Archbishop Gallagher speaks to Vatican News
    discussVaticanUpdated2h ago

    Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher speaks to Vatican News after his mission to Moscow.

    2 sources10 reportsVatican News

    Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher speaks to Vatican News after his mission to Moscow. He discusses the Holy See's diplomacy and its efforts to promote peace. Gallagher also talks about his meetings with Russian officials and the humanitarian aspect of the conflict.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    Leo XIV: jak Piotr mówmy Bogu to, co naprawdę czujemy
    discussVaticanNew2h ago
    2 sourcesVatican NewsDeonPerspective

    SourcesVatican NewsDeon

  5. 05
    cath.ch publishes desert wisdom series
    discussCultureNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    cath.ch publishes a series on desert wisdom. The series is titled "Et si la sagesse venait du désert égyptien ?".

    Sourcescath.ch

  6. 06
    cath.ch publishes La ferme où on aime Jésus sans en parler
    discussCatholic LifeNew1m ago
    cath.ch

    The publication is about a farm.

    Sourcescath.ch

  7. 07
    Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff
    discussBishopsNew14m ago
    Niedziela

    Bp Pierre-André Dumas condemns gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti. At least 47 people died. He demands action from authorities.

    SourcesNiedziela

  8. 08
    Nigerian Bishops decry ‘trail of terror’ after latest attacks
    discussBishopsNew54m ago
    Crux

    An attack on any place of worship constitutes an attack on our collective humanity.

    SourcesCrux

  9. 09
    India’s bishops call for solidarity with neighbors
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    Crux

    India’s bishops call for solidarity with neighbors as the death toll from a Nepal-China disaster grows. The death toll rose to at least 734. More than 3,000 people are still missing.

    SourcesCrux

  10. 10
    ‘Give Me Your Heart, O Mary’
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  11. 11
    Sacrosanctum Concilium: Artículo 63
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    Pray Tell

    SourcesPray Tell

  12. 12
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi celebrates 100th anniversary of parish church cornerstone
    discussBishopsNew1h ago
    Knisja Maltija

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi celebrates the 100th anniversary of the parish church cornerstone. He delivered a homily during the celebration. The church was built 100 years ago.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  13. 13
    Dar Bjorn raises over €200,000 in marathon
    discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
    Newsbook

    Dar Bjorn is currently holding a marathon called 'Tinsinix' to collect donations for its projects. The event has raised over €200,000 so far.

    SourcesNewsbook

  14. 14
    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivers homily
    discussBishopsNew2h ago
    Knisja Maltija

    Bishop Joseph Galea-Curmi delivered a homily. He spoke about true disciples. He referenced Matthew 16:22.

    SourcesKnisja Maltija

  15. 15
    Juliana D’Alessandro named teacher of the year
    discussEducationNew2h ago
    Catholic Review

    Juliana D’Alessandro, a teacher at St. Mark School in Catonsville, has been named teacher of the year. She teaches fourth-grade students.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  16. 16
    Not for destruction, but for life!
    discussVaticanNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  17. 17
    Thom Ryng walks 1000 miles for late wife
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Rome Reports

    Thom Ryng has completed the Camino de Santiago six times. This summer, he walked in honor of his late wife. He found healing along the way.

    SourcesRome Reports

  18. 18
    French politicians return to campaign trail
    discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
    La Croix

    French politicians return to campaign trail ahead of 2027 presidential election. Olivier Faure is expected to announce candidacy.

    SourcesLa Croix

  19. 19
    Rob Judge calls Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton a founding mother
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    Rob Judge, executive director of The National Shrine of St. Elizabeth Ann Seton, calls Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton a founding mother of the USA. Saint Elizabeth Ann Seton was born on August 28, 1774, and canonized on September 15, 1975.

    SourcesAleteia

  20. 20
    Emmanuelle Giuliani compares eclipse to pope visit
    discussCultureNew1h ago
    La CroixPerspective

    Emmanuelle Giuliani writes about the popularity of the eclipse and the upcoming visit of the pope. She draws a parallel between the two events.

    SourcesLa Croix

  21. 21
    One simple way we can all be a little more like Dolly
    discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  22. 22
    Pope Leo XIV visits France
    discussBishopsNew3h ago
    La Croix

    Gérard Defois, former archbishop, reflects on a century of Catholicism in France. He discusses the challenges facing the Church.

    SourcesLa Croix

  23. 23
    Ferences Világi Rend holds general chapter in Csíksomlyó
    discussReligious OrdersNew3h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    The Ferences Világi Rend held a general chapter in Csíksomlyó. The meeting included prayer, spiritual reflection, and planning for the next period.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  24. 24
    Spanish regional government spotlights Queen Isabella's sainthood cause
    discussVaticanNew3h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    The Spanish regional government's minister of culture highlighted Queen Isabella's cause for beatification during a meeting with Archbishop Luis Argüello. The meeting was with the president of the Spanish Bishops’ Conference. The cause for beatification was spotlighted.

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  25. 25
    When we think God is the one who is wrong …
    discussVaticanNew3h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  26. 26
    Catholic leaders welcome new President of Bangladesh
    discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
    Crux

    The president’s role is largely ceremonial. Catholic Church leaders hope Alamgir can be an effective voice of moral leadership.

    SourcesCrux

  27. 27
    Alex Borg says a serious government with a strong economy does not leave families and businesses in the dark
    discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
    Newsbook

    Alex Borg, leader of the Nationalist Party, said a serious government with a strong economy does not leave families and businesses in the dark. He stated that economic growth means nothing if people do not see it in their lives and do not have a better quality of life.

    SourcesNewsbook

  28. 28
    CN Agro shows creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo
    discussCultureNew3h ago
    Canção Nova

    CN Agro shows the creation of Crioulo Horse in São Paulo. The report highlights the love for horses. The horse unites the family.

    SourcesCanção Nova

  29. 29
    Halmai Tamás publishes poetry
    discussCultureNew3h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    Halmai Tamás published poetry in Új Ember. His poems appeared in the Mértékadó cultural supplement.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  30. 30
    Gang kill 47 in Haiti church
    discussChurch & StateNew4h ago

    Gangs killed 47 people in a church in Haiti.

    Vatican News

    Gangs killed 47 people in a church in Haiti. The attack highlights the expansion of criminal power beyond Port-au-Prince.

    SourcesVatican News

  31. 31
    Bishop Erik Varden celebrates 100 years of Catholic Mass on Svalbard
    discussBishopsNew2h ago

    Bishop Erik Varden celebrated a solemn Mass in Longyearbyen to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Catholic Mass on Svalbard.

    3 reportsVatican News

    Bishop Erik Varden celebrated a solemn Mass in Longyearbyen to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the first Catholic Mass on Svalbard. In his homily, he reflected on vulnerability and solitude, inviting Christians to rediscover a healthy sense of reality and to bring Christ's reconciliation, healing, and friendship to those who are isolated and frightened. The Mass was held on August 30.

    SourcesVatican News

  32. 32
    Diocese of Arezzo Cortona and Sansepolcro holds catechetical conference
    discussEducationNew4h ago
    Toscana Oggi

    The Diocese of Arezzo Cortona and Sansepolcro organizes a catechetical conference on September 13. The conference is titled "Seconda stella a destra. Le costellazioni della catechesi". The conference is inspired by a quote from Pope Leo.

    SourcesToscana Oggi

  33. 33
    Pope Leoni XIV leads Angelus prayer
    discussVaticanNew3h ago

    Pope Leoni XIV led the Angelus prayer from Piazza della Libertà in Castel Gandolfo.

    5 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leoni XIV led the Angelus prayer from Piazza della Libertà in Castel Gandolfo. He warned against the temptation to think that God makes mistakes or is indifferent to his people. The Pope encouraged the faithful to follow the example of Peter and not interrupt the dialogue with God, but to listen humbly.

    SourcesVatican News

  34. 34
    Diocese of Talibon prepares first synod
    discussDiocesesNew5h ago
    CBCP News

    The Diocese of Talibon is preparing for its first diocesan synod. The synod comes 40 years after the diocese's establishment.

    SourcesCBCP News

  35. 35
    Wspólnota Sant’Egidio holds meeting in Budapeszt
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago

    Over 1,000 young people from 14 countries participate in a meeting organized by Wspólnota Sant’Egidio in Budapeszt.

    Vatican News

    Over 1,000 young people from 14 countries participate in a meeting organized by Wspólnota Sant’Egidio in Budapeszt. The meeting aims to promote peace and friendship among nations. Paolo Stifano and Olya Makar share their thoughts on the event.

    SourcesVatican News

  36. 36
    Catholic News Agency publishes story of couple’s marriage renewal
    discussLife & FamilyNew5h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    Couple’s daughter asks mom to teach her to pray. Couple reunites.

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  37. 37
    Gérecz Imre OSB publishes liturgical notes
    discussLiturgyNew5h ago
    Magyar Kurír

    The notes are available on Magyar Kurír.

    SourcesMagyar Kurír

  38. 38
    Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao urges fair law enforcement
    discussBishopsNew5h ago
    CBCP News

    Bishop Jose Elmer Mangalinao of Bayombong urged authorities to enforce the law fairly after 13 were arrested over a mining protest. He also called for dialogue. The arrests were made on Sunday.

    SourcesCBCP News

  39. 39
    Malta increases aid to vulnerable students by €30,000
    discussEducationNew5h ago
    Newsbook

    Malta has increased aid to vulnerable students by €30,000. The measure aims to ensure no child is left behind. Dr Abela commented on the initiative.

    SourcesNewsbook

  40. 40
    CRUX links Gamescom and faith
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    CRUX in Cologne combines Gamescom and Bible verses. Simone Wosniok projects images onto the church wall.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  41. 41
    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation
    discussCatholic Life6h ago

    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation for Vatican News.

    Vatican News

    o. Jaroslav Lajčiak publishes 8th meditation for Vatican News. He is a Greek Catholic priest and archimandrite.

    SourcesVatican News

  42. 42
    Caritas starts interactive "Frust-O-Mat" for state elections
    discussCultureNew5h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    Caritas starts a new version of the interactive "Frust-O-Mat" for the state elections. The project allows people to anonymously share their thoughts and frustrations. In 2024, 58,000 people used the website.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  43. 43
    Vatican News posts 2026.08.29 Highlights
    discussLiturgy6h ago

    Vatican News posts highlights of Holy Mass from the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News posts highlights of Holy Mass from the Church of Maria Santissima del Lago. The Mass was posted on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  44. 44
    Anisha Jo sings for Pope Leo XIV
    discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
    Aleteia

    Anisha Jo, winner of Star Academy 2022, will sing at the Stade de France on September 25. She will perform at a prayer vigil. Pope Leo XIV will attend.

    SourcesAleteia

  45. 45
    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas appeals for end to impunity after massacre
    discussChurch & State6h ago

    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, vice-president of the Haitian Episcopal Conference, appeals for an end to impunity after a gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti, that killed at least 47 people.

    Vatican News

    Bishop Pierre-André Dumas, vice-president of the Haitian Episcopal Conference, appeals for an end to impunity after a gang attack in Kenscoff, Haiti, that killed at least 47 people. He demands concrete actions from the authorities. Dumas warns that Haiti must not become a "great cemetery".

    SourcesVatican News

  46. 46
    Capucine, 14, wants to save lives as a firefighter
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    La Croix

    Capucine, 14, wants to become a firefighter. She is about to start her third year of college and is excited about her future. She is also worried about not getting her diploma and living without social media.

    SourcesLa Croix

  47. 47
    cath.ch publishes Yasmina Khadra interview
    discussCulture6h ago
    cath.ch

    Yasmina Khadra discusses Palestinian tragedy.

    Sourcescath.ch

  48. 48
    Atheist finds faith in convent
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Aleteia

    A book tells the story of an atheist who finds faith in a convent. The book is titled "Congé Paradis". The author describes their journey to faith.

    SourcesAleteia

  49. 49
    Dr Nicholas Briffa says learn to live with silence
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Newsbook

    He explains how he spends his days. He goes to mass at Santa Maria dei Servi church.

    SourcesNewsbook

  50. 50
    Huwag sumunod sa agos ng mundo
    discussBishops7h ago
    CBCP News

    SourcesCBCP News

  51. 51
    Valle Castellana Comune cuts gas price by 20 cents
    discussCulture6h ago
    Famiglia Cristiana

    Valle Castellana Comune takes over town's only gas station to keep it open. Gas now costs 20 cents less. Hundreds of drivers line up.

    SourcesFamiglia Cristiana

  52. 52
    France holds senatorial elections
    discussChurch & State7h ago
    La Croix

    The elections will take place on September 27, 2026. The balance of power is not expected to change.

    SourcesLa Croix

  53. 53
    DOMRADIO.DE reports on Diözesanmuseum Paderborn exhibit
    discussCulture7h ago
    DOMRADIO.DE

    An exhibit in Paderborn explores prophecies from ancient times to modern AI. Visitors can formulate their own questions. The exhibit is interactive.

    SourcesDOMRADIO.DE

  54. 54
    Are we ready to live like Christians of the First Century?
    discussDioceses7h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  55. 55
    “Peter” and “Satan”: the Two Names of the Pope
    discussVatican6h ago
    OnePeterFive

    SourcesOnePeterFive

  56. 56
    Abbé Bernard Miserez preaches at Chapelle du Vorbourg
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    cath.ch

    Abbé Bernard Miserez preached at Chapelle du Vorbourg in Delémont. The event was broadcast by RTS.

    Sourcescath.ch

  57. 57
    Victoire Becquart cycles to Togo
    discussCatholic Life8h ago
    CathoBel

    Victoire Becquart, a young journalist, cycled from Brussels to Togo to join an orphanage. She accomplished her project.

    SourcesCathoBel

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