Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden of Ende in Indonesia speaks to Vatican News about ongoing earthquake relief efforts. He asks for prayers as the people begin their journey toward healing and recovery. Bonds of faith and solidarity unite the people.
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From the Holy See
Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · L'Osservatore Romano · Diocese of Saginaw- 01 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden of Ende in Indonesia speaks to Vatican News about ongoing earthquake relief efforts.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
- 02 discussLiturgyNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass at the parish church in Castel Gandolfo on the feast of the Assumption.
7 sources·L'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of SaginawRome Reports+3
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass at the parish church in Castel Gandolfo on the feast of the Assumption. He said that true beauty is found in enduring love, which 'ennobles and lifts us up.'
SourcesL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of SaginawRome ReportsThe Catholic RegisterThe TabletCatholic Star Herald
- 03 discussReligious Orders22h ago
The Eudist Fathers and Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd launched a pilgrimage route to mark the centenary of Saint John Eudes' canonization.
Agenzia Fides
The Eudist Fathers and Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd launched a pilgrimage route to mark the centenary of Saint John Eudes' canonization. The 'Extended Sanctuary' consists of four stages in Normandy, France. The pilgrimage retraces Saint John Eudes' spiritual journey.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. The Vatican supports this solution for a just and lasting peace. The Pope made this appeal during the Angelus on August 16.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope Leo XIV presided over a Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Castel Gandolfo.
2 sources·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV presided over a Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Castel Gandolfo. He spoke about the importance of faith and humility. The Mass was held at the pontifical parish of San Tommaso da Villanova.
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Monday, August 17
56 stories · 17 corroborated- 01 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Bishop Stanislas Lalanne, emeritus bishop of Pontoise, died suddenly on August 17.
2 sources·Diocese of VersaillesDiocese of Pontoise
Bishop Stanislas Lalanne, emeritus bishop of Pontoise, died suddenly on August 17. He was 79 years old. Funeral details will be announced later.
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew45m ago
Father Ricardo Bello Mato reflects on heaven and his years as a priest.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Father Ricardo Bello Mato reflects on heaven and his years as a priest. He recently turned 100.
- 03 discussBishopsNew48m ago
Slovak bishops preached on Mary at the 250th Nitra pilgrimage.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Slovak bishops preached on Mary at the 250th Nitra pilgrimage. Pilgrims have climbed the Calvary hill in Nitra since 1766. Three bishops met them at the top.
- 04 discussReligious FreedomNew50m ago
Indian Catholics were released after 104 days in jail.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Indian Catholics were released after 104 days in jail. They were held on charges of conversion and attempted murder. The Rajasthan High Court granted bail.
- 05 discussCultureNew54m ago
Jan Frycz, a renowned actor, has died.
2 sources·NiedzielaGość Niedzielny
Jan Frycz, a renowned actor, has died. He was 72 years old. The news was announced by the National Theatre in Warsaw.
SourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny
- 07 discussChurch & StateNew55m ago
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine.
3 sources·10 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. The Holy See has long supported this solution as the only path to a just and lasting peace. Pope Leo XIV made the appeal at the Angelus in Castel Gandolfo on August 16.
SourcesVatican News
- 08 discussVaticanNew4h ago
Pope Leo XIV expresses hope that the Mediterranean Games in southern Italy will promote sport as a 'prophecy of peace and fraternity'.
4 sources·6 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamCanção Nova+1
Pope Leo XIV expresses hope that the Mediterranean Games in southern Italy will promote sport as a 'prophecy of peace and fraternity'. The event will feature Athletica Vaticana with four athletes in three disciplines. The Games will open with a Holy Mass and the lighting of the Olympic flame.
- 09 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit San Marino on Aug.
6 sources·National Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI Prensa+3
Pope Leo XIV will visit San Marino on Aug. 22. He will meet with authorities, lead Eucharistic adoration, and meet the faithful. San Marino has deep Catholic roots.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaCatholic Star HeraldACI DigitalCatholic World Report
- 10 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV joins a boat procession on Lake Albano, a rare event for a pope.
2 sources·DOMRADIO.DEGość Niedzielny
Pope Leo XIV joins a boat procession on Lake Albano, a rare event for a pope. The event is part of a long tradition in Italy. The pope's participation is seen as a sign of his informal approach to interacting with people.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DEGość Niedzielny
- 11 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow over the earthquake in Indonesia.
2 sources·Vatican NewsTK KBS
Pope Leo XIV expressed deep sorrow over the earthquake in Indonesia. The earthquake occurred on August 15 and killed over 50 people. The Pope assured spiritual solidarity and closeness to all affected.
SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS
- 12 discussVaticanUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed his spiritual closeness to the victims of the earthquake in Indonesia.
10 sources·20 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV expressed his spiritual closeness to the victims of the earthquake in Indonesia. He encouraged continued humanitarian aid and relief efforts. The earthquake struck the eastern coast of Indonesia on August 15.
SourcesVatican News
- 13 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Athletica Vaticana participates in the Mediterranean Games with 4 athletes in 3 disciplines.
2 sources·9 reports·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano
Athletica Vaticana participates in the Mediterranean Games with 4 athletes in 3 disciplines. A mass will be celebrated in Taranto's cathedral to receive the "Athletes' Cross".
- 14 discussVaticanUpdated59m ago
Pope Leo XIV expressed spiritual solidarity and closeness to those affected by the August 15 earthquake in Indonesia.
7 sources·12 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje
Pope Leo XIV expressed spiritual solidarity and closeness to those affected by the August 15 earthquake in Indonesia. He encouraged ongoing humanitarian efforts. The earthquake caused over 50 deaths and left thousands homeless.
- 15 discussChurch & StateNew5h ago
The Catholic Church in Colombia has mobilized its communities to support those affected by the August 10 earthquake.
2 sources·4 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Trento
The Catholic Church in Colombia has mobilized its communities to support those affected by the August 10 earthquake. A national day of prayer and a fundraising campaign were organized. The initiative aims to coordinate aid and maintain hope for the affected families.
- 16 discussDiocesesUpdated1m ago
The Diocese of Buea commemorated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
6 sources·CNBBDiocese of GrodnoDiocese of Buéa+3
The Diocese of Buea commemorated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The faithful gathered in prayer. The Diocese of Buea joined the Universal Church in celebrating this feast.
SourcesCNBBDiocese of GrodnoDiocese of BuéaDiocese of Santa Fe de AntioquiaNiedzielaMagyar Kurír
- 17 discussDioceses7h ago
The Association of Diocesan Catholic Clergy in Zambia's Livingstone Diocese met for a safeguarding workshop.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
The Association of Diocesan Catholic Clergy in Zambia's Livingstone Diocese met for a safeguarding workshop. The workshop was held at Luxe Country Convention Centre. The event aimed to promote safeguarding within the diocese.
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew47m ago
CatholicPhilly·Perspective
Bishop Christopher Cooke talks about Lectio Divina, a prayer practice. He converses with Marianela Núñez on La Voz de Dios.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 27 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Aid to the Church in Need
A group of religious sisters in Mozambique were attacked. The president of the Bishops' Conference of Mozambique denounced an 'exponential rise' in criminality. This is not the first attack on a religious home in the country.
SourcesAid to the Church in Need
- 28 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Catholic Review·Perspective
Maria Ruiz Scaperlanda discusses Father Stanley Rother's canonization cause. Rother was a priest from Oklahoma who became a martyr in Guatemala. She is interviewed by Catholic Review Editor Christopher Gunty.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 31 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
The Catholic Spirit
The Jubilee Family Shrine at Schoenstatt on the Lake in Sleepy Eye celebrates its 50th anniversary. Events are planned for September 18-20.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Bishop Kilaini commemorates 30 years of Radio Maria Tanzania.
Vatican News
Bishop Kilaini commemorates 30 years of Radio Maria Tanzania. The radio was founded by laypeople and has been supported by Catholic bishops. It has become a tool for evangelization, love, and comfort.
SourcesVatican News
- 35 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Bishop János Székely expressed solidarity with Polish pilgrims after a bus crash.
Vatican News
Bishop János Székely expressed solidarity with Polish pilgrims after a bus crash. He prayed for the victims and offered support to families.
SourcesVatican News
- 40 discussDiocesesNew4h ago
The 'Com Deus, Tem Jeito' event was held in Camaçari, Bahia.
Vatican News
The 'Com Deus, Tem Jeito' event was held in Camaçari, Bahia. Bishop Dirceu Medeiros participated. It's the 3rd of 4 events this year.
SourcesVatican News
- 48 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
About 30 men walk from Kauno arkikatedros bazilikos to Šiluvos Švč.
Vatican News
About 30 men walk from Kauno arkikatedros bazilikos to Šiluvos Švč. Mergelės Marijos gimimo bazilikos. They make the 100 km pilgrimage in a little over a day.
SourcesVatican News
- 49 discussVaticanNew5h ago
The Economy of Francesco movement holds a summer school in Germany.
Vatican News
The Economy of Francesco movement holds a summer school in Germany. 35 young scholars and entrepreneurs from 26 countries attend to discuss 'Economy of Fraternity' and present the 'EoF Fraternity Index'.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussCultureNew3h ago
Catholic Review·Perspective
Catholic Review publishes a review of the movie 'The End of Oak Street'. The movie involves a neighborhood being transported back to the dinosaur era. The review is available on the Catholic Review website.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 53 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leon XIV expressed spiritual closeness to victims of the Indonesia earthquake.
Vatican News
Pope Leon XIV expressed spiritual closeness to victims of the Indonesia earthquake. Over 50 people died and 10,000 were left homeless. The earthquake had a magnitude of 7.7 on the Richter scale.
SourcesVatican News
- 55 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Catholic Review·Perspective
Catholic Review reviews 'American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story'. The movie is about Father Stanley Rother, the first US priest declared blessed due to martyrdom. He was beatified in 2017.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 56 discussVatican6h ago
Kardinal Ladislav Nemet honored Mary as the first theologian of the Church.
Vatican News
Kardinal Ladislav Nemet honored Mary as the first theologian of the Church. He recognized women as pillars of the Church.
SourcesVatican News
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