Father Mahboob Evarist, the first Punjabi Capuchin priest in Pakistan, dies at 75. His funeral Mass is celebrated in Lahore. Archbishop Khalid Rehmat pays tribute to his decades of dedicated priestly ministry.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
Thursday, July 30, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 17 · Green · updated 1m ago
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Agenzia Fides · Vatican News- 02 discussLife & Family30m ago
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Church networks and women religious are renewing their commitment to prevent human trafficking and support victims across Latin America and Europe. According to the International Labour Organization, around 50 million people worldwide are living in conditions of modern slavery. The number of identified victims increased by 25% between 2019 and 2022.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussCatholic Life58m ago
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Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027. Church and civil authorities have entered the full operational phase. Thousands of young pilgrims will be welcomed by local parishes and host families.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussReligious Orders1h ago
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The Asian Franciscan Missionary Symposium begins in Chennai. The symposium explores the role of the Franciscan contribution in announcing the Gospel in Asia. It is promoted by the International Secretariat of the Pontifical Missionary Union and others.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussChurch & State1h ago
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An Anglican pastor has been killed in the Nuba Mountains in Sudan. Pastor Adel Idris Jongool was abducted and later killed during an attack by a splinter faction of the Sudan People's Liberation Army-North. The attack also resulted in the abduction of dozens of worshippers.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 06 discussLife & Family2h ago
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The International Coordinator of Talitha Kum marks the 2026 World Day Against Trafficking in Human Persons. The theme is "Trapped behind the scam". The coordinator brings a story of human trafficking and appeals for networks of hope and justice.
SourcesVatican News
Thursday, July 30
11 stories · 1 corroborated- 01 discussLife & Family20m ago
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Jennie Bradley Lichter steps down as March for Life president. Lichter said the role was the highlight of her professional life.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 02 discussCulture1m ago
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Michael Sean Winters writes about Catholic populism. He notes populism usually has an angry edge. Catholicism favors a more irenic approach.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 05 discussCatholic Life42m ago
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Allan Smith has long awaited the celebration of Fulton Sheen's message. The celebration is less than two months away. Allan Smith is Canadian.
SourcesThe Catholic Register
- 06 discussEducation46m ago
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Two previously unknown sermons by St. Augustine on the witch of Endor have been discovered. The medieval texts examine King Saul's consultation with the medium of Endor. The sermons suggest that Israel's first king may have repented and received God's mercy.
SourcesCatholic News Agency
- 08 discussVatican1h ago
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Pope Leo XIV attends a concert by Andrea Bocelli. The concert features 164 young voices. The pope reflects on beauty leading to God.
SourcesThe Catholic Register
- 09 discussVatican1h ago
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The SSPX District of Canada supports the society in its fight against the Vatican's excommunication decree. The decree was issued by Pope Leo XIV on July 2. The SSPX was deemed in schism with the Catholic Church.
SourcesThe Catholic Register
- 10 discussVatican1h ago
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Pope Leo hints at a US trip and reflects on his migrant roots in a rare interview. He responds to a question about being American. The interview follows a "Concert for Peace" on July 29.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 11 discussReligious Orders2h ago
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The Order of the Most Holy Trinity and of the Captives celebrates 100 years of mission in Madagascar. The Minister General, Father Gino Buccarello, highlights the Order's commitment to serving the Church and Malagasy society. The Trinitarians prioritize interreligious dialogue and ministry in prisons.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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