Romania and Hungary face energy crisis due to record heat wave and low Danube River level. Romania shut down its last operating nuclear reactor. Hungary struggles to keep one reactor operating.
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From the Holy See
Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Agenzia Fides · TK KBS- 01 discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
Romania and Hungary face energy crisis due to record heat wave and low Danube River level.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
- 02 discussVatican13h ago
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesTK KBS
The Pontifical Mission Societies of Colombia are providing aid after a 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck the country. The earthquake caused widespread destruction and loss of life. The societies are inviting their network to unite in prayer and express solidarity with the affected populations.
SourcesAgenzia FidesTK KBS
- 03 discussVatican8h ago
Pope Leo XIV has sent 100,000 euros to the Catholic Church in Colombia to aid those affected by the August 10 earthquake.
10 sources·13 reports·Agenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano+2
Pope Leo XIV has sent 100,000 euros to the Catholic Church in Colombia to aid those affected by the August 10 earthquake. The donation will be used to address the most urgent needs of the affected communities. The earthquake has caused widespread damage and loss of life in several cities in western Colombia.
SourcesAgenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoChierici Regolari TeatiniDiocese of Cúcuta
- 04 discussVaticanNew3h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia.
3 sources·Diocese of San SebastiánVatican NewsMagyar Kurír
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia. Pope Leo sent initial emergency aid to affected dioceses. Caritas organizations are also providing support.
- 05 discussDioceses13h ago
Bishop Étienne Guillet discusses the Diocese of Saint-Denis' preparation for Pope Leo XIV's visit.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesTK KBS
Bishop Étienne Guillet discusses the Diocese of Saint-Denis' preparation for Pope Leo XIV's visit. The diocese is a place of ecclesial renewal. Registrations for the Pope's vigil at the Stade de France filled up quickly.
SourcesAgenzia FidesTK KBS
- 06 discussVatican1d ago
Pope Leo XIV will preside over Mass in Castel Gandolfo on August 15.
4 sources·9 reports·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV will preside over Mass in Castel Gandolfo on August 15. He will also lead the Angelus prayer. The Pope is spending several days at the papal summer residence.
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.
- Africa Southern African Catholic Bishops' Conference · The Southern Cross
- America The Catholic Sun · OSV News · Diocese of Saint Augustine
- Asia Archdiocese of Huê · Niedziela · Diocese of Kontum
- Europe Famiglia Cristiana · Archdiocese of Avignon · Desde la Fe
- Oceania The Catholic Leader · The Southern Cross · The Catholic Weekly
Friday, August 14
58 stories · 18 corroborated- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
Florida's Catholic bishops asked Gov. DeSantis to stay the execution of William Silvia and commute his death sentence to life.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Florida's Catholic bishops asked Gov. DeSantis to stay the execution of William Silvia and commute his death sentence to life. The bishops cited the sacredness of human life. They urged DeSantis to exercise justice and mercy.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing over 250 people.
2 sources·Diocese of Saint AugustineCatholic World Report
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing over 250 people. A doctor saved 2 newborns and 2 mothers during the disaster. The earthquake caused widespread destruction.
- 03 discussVaticanNew1m ago
Pope Pius XII declares the dogma of Mary's Assumption on November 1, 1950.
2 sources·Archdiocese of HuêNiedziela
Pope Pius XII declares the dogma of Mary's Assumption on November 1, 1950. This doctrine affirms Mary's bodily assumption into heaven. The dogma is based on ancient liturgical tradition.
SourcesArchdiocese of HuêNiedziela
- 04 discussReligious OrdersNew40m ago
LCWR's president told the assembly that the future of religious life depends on different congregations working together.
3 sources·The Catholic SpiritThe Catholic SunOSV News
LCWR's president told the assembly that the future of religious life depends on different congregations working together. The president noted that the transformation of religious life is part of a cycle. The speech was given at the LCWR assembly.
- 05 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
The Diocese of Avignon shared photos of a mass held on August 9.
2 sources·Archdiocese of AvignonDesde la Fe
The Diocese of Avignon shared photos of a mass held on August 9. The mass took place at Notre Dame du Lac church in Le Thor. Photos are available on the diocese's website.
- 06 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
The Assumption of Mary is celebrated by Catholics in Jerusalem and elsewhere.
4 sources·Diocese of RijekaDiocese of Bragança PaulistaAgenzia SIR+1
The Assumption of Mary is celebrated by Catholics in Jerusalem and elsewhere. The feast day is also known as the 'Pasqua d'agosto'.
SourcesDiocese of RijekaDiocese of Bragança PaulistaAgenzia SIRNational Catholic Register
- 07 discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago
The Hillbilly Thomists, a band of Dominican friars, released a new album while on a 10-city US tour.
2 sources·Catholic ReviewCatholic New York
The Hillbilly Thomists, a band of Dominican friars, released a new album while on a 10-city US tour. This is their sixth album.
- 08 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV attends the 40th anniversary of the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi.
2 sources·Diocese of UtrechtArchdiocese of San Antonio
Pope Leo XIV attends the 40th anniversary of the World Day of Prayer for Peace in Assisi. He calls on youth to become 'new saints' and build a world based on fraternity. The event is themed 'Unarmed and Disarming Peace'.
- 09 discussDiocesesNew5h ago
Bishop Antonio Suetta of Ventimiglia-San Remo officiated the funeral of 2-year-old Beatrice in Bordighera.
2 sources·Diocese of Ventimiglia–San RemoFamiglia Cristiana
Bishop Antonio Suetta of Ventimiglia-San Remo officiated the funeral of 2-year-old Beatrice in Bordighera. He delivered a homily, remembering her as a sacred gift. The child was found dead on February 9.
- 10 discussChurch & State6h ago
Three death-row inmates were executed by lethal injection in the US.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Three death-row inmates were executed by lethal injection in the US. This is the first time in 16 years that three executions took place on the same day. The Church condemns the executions.
- 11 discussReligious FreedomNew5h ago
Homes were looted and vandalized in a mainly Catholic village in Bangladesh.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Homes were looted and vandalized in a mainly Catholic village in Bangladesh. 19 Indigenous villagers were arrested. A Muslim man's body was found nearby.
- 12 discussBishops6h ago
Archbishop Coakley discussed the loss of federal funds for resettlement services.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Archbishop Coakley discussed the loss of federal funds for resettlement services. He emphasized that the loss of funds does not end the core mission. Coakley spoke on EWTN's 'The World Over with Raymond Arroyo'.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 13 discussVaticanUpdated57m ago
Pope Leo XIV calls for protection of migrant children's rights and dignity.
18 sources·26 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV calls for protection of migrant children's rights and dignity. He denounces violence against them and urges a change in perspective from managing migration flows to fully protecting human rights. The Pope's message is for the 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees on September 27, 2026.
- 14 discussLife & FamilyUpdated29m ago
A baby born to surrogate mother McKenna West is receiving medical care in a Dallas children's hospital.
4 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI Digital+1
A baby born to surrogate mother McKenna West is receiving medical care in a Dallas children's hospital. The birth occurred amid an ongoing legal dispute. McKenna West had refused to abort the baby.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI DigitalCatholic World Report
- 15 discussCatholic Life6h ago
Mother Teresa, then Ganxhe Bojaxhiu, felt a strong call to consecrate her life to God in Letnica, Kosovo.
2 sources·Vatican NewsTK KBS
Mother Teresa, then Ganxhe Bojaxhiu, felt a strong call to consecrate her life to God in Letnica, Kosovo. This moment changed her life and the lives of millions worldwide. It has been 98 years since this event.
SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS
- 16 discussCatholic LifeUpdated2h ago
Father Stanley Rother was declared blessed on Sept.
2 sources·The Catholic SpiritWord on Fire
Father Stanley Rother was declared blessed on Sept. 23, 2017. He was the first US priest to be declared blessed on the basis of martyrdom. The beatification took place at Oklahoma City's Cox Convention Center.
- 17 discussLiturgyUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for priests to remain faithful to Mass texts and instructions.
9 sources·11 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamAngelus News+1
Pope Leo XIV emphasized the need for priests to remain faithful to Mass texts and instructions. He sent a letter to Cardinal Arthur Roche for a conference on liturgical formation at Mount Angel Abbey in Oregon. The Pope encouraged priests to respect liturgical norms for the celebration of Mass.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamAngelus NewsCatholic News Agency
- 18 discussCatholic LifeUpdated4h ago
Pilgrims from Vietnam and overseas joined the 32nd national Marian pilgrimage in La Vang.
3 sources·Archdiocese of HuêDiocese of KontumLiCAS News
Pilgrims from Vietnam and overseas joined the 32nd national Marian pilgrimage in La Vang. The event reflects on Mary's example of faith and mission. The pilgrimage took place from August 13-15, 2026.
- 19 discussVaticanNew1m ago
Famiglia Cristiana
The Church celebrates the Assumption of Mary. Pio XII proclaimed it a dogma in 1950. It's a sign of hope for Christians.
SourcesFamiglia Cristiana
- 22 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
CatholicPhilly
Parishioners and Knights of Columbus restored kneelers at St. Agnes church. The project was completed in a cost-effective way.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 23 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
The Catholic Spirit
Archbishop Bernard Hebda shared the story of Blessed Stanley Rother. Rother was convinced the Lord called him to be a priest. Hebda explained Rother's early life.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
- 24 discussBishopsNew2h ago
CatholicPhilly
Archbishop Nelson J. Pérez discussed the Church's mission with faithful and ministry partners. The event was part of the Trust and Hope initiative. A photo gallery is available.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 26 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Angelus News
A UN report found a significant increase in migrant deaths and missing migrants along two European routes. The Vatican and bishops have voiced concerns about safety. The report covers the first four months of 2026.
SourcesAngelus News
- 31 discussEducationNew3h ago
CatholicPhilly
St. Charles Borromeo Seminary received a $1 million anonymous gift to support its endowment. The gift will also support two newly named campus spaces. Seminary officials announced the gift on Aug. 11.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 32 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
CatholicPhilly
The Philadelphia Catholic League team was recognized before a Phillies game. They are champions of the annual Carpenter Cup tournament. The team had a dominating run this year.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 34 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
CatholicPhilly
Kevin Williams retired from Catholic Charities of Philadelphia after 46 years of serving seniors. He was honored by the senior community centers for his dedication. Williams was celebrated for his service to the community.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 36 discussCultureNew2h ago
The Catholic Spirit·Perspective
The Catholic Spirit reviews Super Troopers 3, calling it a moronic ensemble comedy. The movie's humor is compared to dialogue from a gutter.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
- 41 discussReligious OrdersNew2h ago
CNBB·Perspective
Cardinal Orani João Tempesta, Archbishop of Rio de Janeiro, reflects on the roots of vocation to follow Christ. He discusses the role of consecrated life in the Church. The Cardinal's reflection highlights the importance of consecrated life in the Church's origins.
SourcesCNBB
- 52 discussDioceses6h ago
Župa Bezgrešnog začeća Blažene Djevice Marije in Crkvici, Zenica, marks 150 years since its founding.
Vatican News
Župa Bezgrešnog začeća Blažene Djevice Marije in Crkvici, Zenica, marks 150 years since its founding. The celebration took place on August 9, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 53 discussBishops6h ago
CNBB
Archbishop João Santos Cardoso of Natal led a retreat for the second group of clergy from the Archdiocese of Natal. The retreat provided a chance for interiorization, prayer, and fraternal conviviality. It allowed the clergy to interrupt their pastoral activities and return to the source of their ministry.
SourcesCNBB
- 55 discussCultureNew3h ago
RKKerk.nl·Perspective
RKKerk.nl discusses the transformation of agriculture and its impact on farmers. The column highlights the need for financial support for farmers during this transition. It also mentions the recent farewell of Wim Bens as chairman of the board.
SourcesRKKerk.nl
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