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Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano

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From the Holy See

Vatican News · ACI Stampa · Agenzia Fides
  1. 01
    Pope Leão XIV presides Mass at Genazzano
    discussVaticanNew 42m ago
    2 sourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa

    SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa

  2. 02
    Archbishop Nwachukwu addresses Catholic communicators
    discussVatican2h ago

    Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.

    2 sourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News

    Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. He emphasized that Christian communicators are called to be disciples before becoming protagonists. The congress brings together Catholic media professionals from over 100 countries.

    SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV leads worship in Genazzano
    discussVaticanNew 46m ago

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Genazzano on September 7, 2026.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Genazzano on September 7, 2026. He will lead a worship service at the Basilica Santuario della Madre del Buon Consiglio. This is his second visit to the Augustinian shrine.

    SourcesVatican News

  4. 04
    Sister Inês Paulo Albino addresses 2,400 children at National Congress
    discussCatholic Life21h ago

    Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood.

    Agenzia Fides

    Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood. She emphasized unity and service. The event marked the Society's 25th anniversary.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  5. 05
    SECAM holds first African Catholic education conference
    discussEducationNew 46m ago

    SECAM gathered over 100 Catholic education professionals in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia.

    Vatican News

    SECAM gathered over 100 Catholic education professionals in Addis Abeba, Ethiopia. The conference aims to define a common vision for the future of Catholic education in Africa. It took place from August 6 to 8.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Caritas continues distributing humanitarian aid: “We cannot reach everyone, but we want to remain close to those most in need”
    discussBishops21h ago
    Agenzia Fides

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

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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 appoints Fr. Kevin Otieno Mwandha Vatican Consultor
    2. MALAWI: Malawian Prelate Hails Self-Reliance as Christians Complete Podium Project
    3. Bishop Kibira calls for youth integration
  2. America National Catholic Register · National Catholic Reporter · Global Sisters Report
    1. The Hillbilly Thomists Hit the Road With New Album ‘Strange Land’
    2. St. John Eudes Wrote a Beautiful Book on Mary’s Heart
    3. Theresa Laurence writes book on Sr. Sandra Smithson
  3. Asia Diocese of Kontum · La Croix · Matters India
    1. Vatican issues euro coins with Pope Leo XIV's image
    2. Bishop of Miao appointed to Vatican’s International Council for Catechesis
    3. Pope reflects on 19th Sunday gospel
  4. Europe Agenzia SIR · Archdiocese of Avignon · Vatican News
    1. Italy honors workers who died abroad
    2. Toni Ricciardi publishes book on Italian emigration
    3. Pope Leo XIV meets abuse survivors
  5. Oceania Catholic Outlook · The Catholic Leader · Archdiocese of Mount Hagen
    1. Bishop Vincent runs City2Surf
    2. Deacons on mission in the world
    3. Two Salesians Ordained Priests on the Feast of the Transfiguration: An African and a Papua New Guinean – A Sign of the New Missionary Face of the Church

Saturday, August 8

35 stories · 6 corroborated
  1. 01
    Theresa Laurence writes book on Sr. Sandra Smithson
    discussCatholic Life2h ago

    Journalist Theresa Laurence wrote a book about Sr.

    2 sourcesNational Catholic ReporterGlobal Sisters Report

    Journalist Theresa Laurence wrote a book about Sr. Sandra Smithson, a Black Catholic nun. The book covers her life and battles against racism and educational neglect in Nashville. Sr. Smithson worked in Tennessee for over four decades.

    SourcesNational Catholic ReporterGlobal Sisters Report

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV meets abuse survivors
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV will meet with abuse survivors during his September visit to France.

    2 sourcesArchdiocese of AvignonVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV will meet with abuse survivors during his September visit to France. The meeting will be private and survivors will participate in its preparation. He will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz.

    SourcesArchdiocese of AvignonVatican News

  3. 03
    Vatican issues euro coins with Pope Leo XIV's image
    discussVatican3h ago

    The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design.

    2 sourcesDiocese of KontumLa Croix

    The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design. This is the first time since 2014 that the Pope's image has been featured on Vatican euro coins. The new design is a departure from the previous choice.

    SourcesDiocese of KontumLa Croix

  4. 04
    Diocese of Požega marks St. Dominic, priest
    discussDioceses3h ago
    2 sourcesDiocese of PožegaArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos

    SourcesDiocese of PožegaArchdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos

  5. 05
    Pope reflects on 19th Sunday gospel
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    4 sourcesDiocese of JakartaVatican NewsDiocese of Rijeka+1Perspective

    SourcesDiocese of JakartaVatican NewsDiocese of RijekaMirifica News

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV visits Argentina
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Argentina in November 2026.

    4 sourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaVatican News+1

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Argentina in November 2026. The Argentine Bishops' Conference welcomes the visit as a boost to church renewal and social peace. The president of the conference, Archbishop Marcelo Daniel Colombo, expressed joy at receiving the Pope.

    SourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaVatican NewsReligión Digital

  7. 07
    Leon XIV celebrates Mass at Genazzano sanctuary
    discussVaticanNew 53m ago

    Pope Leon XIV will celebrate Mass at the sanctuary of Matki Bożej Dobrej Rady in Genazzano.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leon XIV will celebrate Mass at the sanctuary of Matki Bożej Dobrej Rady in Genazzano. The Mass will take place on the eve of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary. An image of Leon XIV praying before an image of the Virgin Mary will be unveiled.

    SourcesVatican News

  8. 08
    Pope Leone XIV to preside Mass at Genazzano Sanctuary
    discussVaticanNew 57m ago

    Pope Leone XIV will preside a Mass at the Santuario della Madre del Buon Consiglio in Genazzano.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leone XIV will preside a Mass at the Santuario della Madre del Buon Consiglio in Genazzano. A painting of him will be inaugurated. The event occurs on the eve of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

    SourcesVatican News

  9. 09
    Pope names Parolin legate for St. Agatha celebrations
    discussVaticanNew 57m ago

    Pope Leone XIV appoints Cardinal Parolin as legate for St. Agatha celebrations in Catania.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leone XIV appoints Cardinal Parolin as legate for St. Agatha celebrations in Catania. The event marks 900 years since the return of the martyr's relics. Celebrations will take place on August 16-17.

    SourcesVatican News

  10. 10
    Pope Leo XIV appoints Fr. Kevin Otieno Mwandha Vatican Consultor
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    Pope Leo XIV appointed Fr. Kevin Otieno Mwandha as a Consultor for the Vatican's Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life. Fr. Mwandha expressed humility and desire to serve with discernment and courage. He will offer advice on matters affecting religious orders.

    SourcesAMECEA

  11. 11
    The Hillbilly Thomists Hit the Road With New Album ‘Strange Land’
    discussCatholic LifeNew 56m ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  12. 12
    St. John Eudes Wrote a Beautiful Book on Mary’s Heart
    discussCultureNew 56m ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  13. 13
    Australian bishops warn against rising antisemitism in message on social division
    discussBishopsNew 57m ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  14. 14
    MALAWI: Malawian Prelate Hails Self-Reliance as Christians Complete Podium Project
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    SourcesAMECEA

  15. 15
    Bishop Kibira calls for youth integration
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    Bishop Francis Aquirinus Kibira Kambale urged greater integration of young people in Church programs. He emphasized their essential role in the Church and community. This call follows the AMECEA Plenary Assembly's recommendation to prioritize youth.

    SourcesAMECEA

  16. 16
    CUNIMA students identify distance, drug shortages as health concerns
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    Catholic University of Malawi students found long distances and medicine shortages affect Lupanga Village residents. Residents face financial constraints and travel far for free healthcare. The students presented their findings after a two-week community diagnosis.

    SourcesAMECEA

  17. 17
    Archbishop Alick Banda: Church must defend poor
    discussBishopsNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    Archbishop Alick Banda reaffirmed the Church's role in defending the poor and marginalized. He urged newly ordained priests to embrace holiness and humility. Nine deacons were also ordained as priests in Ndola Archdiocese.

    SourcesAMECEA

  18. 18
    Lusaka Archbishop Alick Banda condemns Zambia's pre-election violence
    discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    Archbishop Alick Banda condemned escalating political violence ahead of Zambia's 2026 General Elections. He urged leaders and citizens to safeguard peace and uphold democratic values. The Archbishop called for impartial law enforcement and rejection of violence.

    SourcesAMECEA

  19. 19
    Monze Diocese celebrates 5 priests' 25 years
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago
    AMECEA

    The Catholic Diocese of Monze celebrated the Silver Jubilee of five priests. Bishop Raphael Mweempwa thanked them for their service. The priests have spent 25 years proclaiming the Gospel and serving God's people.

    SourcesAMECEA

  20. 20
    “The God of Hope”
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    Jesuits Global

    SourcesJesuits Global

  21. 21
    Pope Leo XIV announces Uruguay trip
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV announces apostolic trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV announces apostolic trip to Uruguay, Argentina, and Peru. He also visits Assisi for the 'GO! Franciscan Youth Meeting' closure.

    SourcesVatican News

  22. 22
    Cardinal Reina defends homeless in Rome
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago

    Cardinal Reina comments on the Spin Time building seizure, affecting 400 people.

    Vatican News

    Cardinal Reina comments on the Spin Time building seizure, affecting 400 people. He says the Church will always support those suffering. Rome faces a serious problem of losing its identity.

    SourcesVatican News

  23. 23
    Two African Priests Elected to Lead World and Continental Catholic Communicators
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    The Southern Cross

    SourcesThe Southern Cross

  24. 24
    Five lesser-known caminos worth walking this autumn
    discussCulture2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  25. 25
    Beams from Solomon’s Temple found under Jerusalem parking lot
    discussEducation2h ago
    Aleteia

    SourcesAleteia

  26. 26
    Vatican News reports on Honduras displacement crisis
    discussCatholic Life2h ago

    Honduras faces a humanitarian emergency, ranking sixth among the world's most neglected crises.

    Vatican News

    Honduras faces a humanitarian emergency, ranking sixth among the world's most neglected crises. Thousands are affected. A report by the Norwegian Refugee Council highlights the issue.

    SourcesVatican News

  27. 27
    Exposing MAiD: conference plots resistance
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  28. 28
    Why the feast of St. Dominic is not actually the Dominicans’ biggest feast day
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  29. 29
    'Listen': The Gospel according to Spielberg
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  30. 30
    Autism and the holiness of now
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    National Catholic Reporter

    SourcesNational Catholic Reporter

  31. 31
    Muay Thai is God’s gift to chaplain
    discussCulture2h ago
    The Catholic Register

    SourcesThe Catholic Register

  32. 32
    Italy honors workers who died abroad
    discussCulture3h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    Italy dedicates a day to remember citizens who died working abroad, recalling the 1956 Marcinelle mining tragedy. The tragedy occurred in Belgium's Bois du Cazier mine. Italy marks this event annually on August 8.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  33. 33
    Toni Ricciardi publishes book on Italian emigration
    discussCulture3h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    Toni Ricciardi releases a book on Italian emigration. The book is titled 'Una Repubblica fondata sull’emigrazione. Marcinelle: storia e simbolo'. It marks the 70th anniversary of the Bois du Cazier tragedy and the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  34. 34
    The Lord's Day Reflection: Take Courage. Do Not Be Afraid!
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  35. 35
    Patrick Körbs invites to seek silence
    discussCatholic Life2h ago

    Patrick Körbs reflects on seeking silence to find peace.

    Vatican NewsPerspective

    Patrick Körbs reflects on seeking silence to find peace. He suggests putting away distractions to make room for God. Körbs invites readers to try silence.

    SourcesVatican News

Friday, August 7

21 stories · 10 corroborated
  1. 01
    CLINIC criticizes Trump's birthright-citizenship order
    discussChurch & State10h ago

    The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship.

    4 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI Prensa+1

    The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The US Catholic bishops are reviewing and monitoring the order. CLINIC opposes the move.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaCatholic World Report

  2. 02
    Judge allows survivors to add parishes, schools to Diocese of Burlington bankruptcy
    discussDioceses12h ago

    A judge has permitted abuse survivors to pursue the inclusion of Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools in settling claims against the Diocese of Burlington.

    3 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

    A judge has permitted abuse survivors to pursue the inclusion of Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools in settling claims against the Diocese of Burlington. The Diocese of Burlington is facing a new chapter in its bankruptcy. Abuse survivors seek to add schools and parishes to the case.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  3. 03
    Bishop Vincent runs City2Surf
    discussBishops11h ago

    Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations.

    2 sourcesCatholic Outlook

    Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations. They aim to show that bishops, priests, and seminarians are ordinary men with an extraordinary call. This event promotes vocational awareness.

    SourcesCatholic Outlook

  4. 04
    Texas Children's Hospital fined $10 million
    discussLife & Family12h ago

    Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors.

    3 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

    Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors. The hospital will also fund a detransition clinic for five years. The payment includes $8,576,000 to the state of Texas.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report

  5. 05
    Archbishop Hicks resumes public ministry after eye surgery
    discussBishops12h ago

    Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July.

    4 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI Prensa+1

    Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July. He returned to St. Patrick's Cathedral to celebrate Mass for the profession of vows of the Sisters of Life.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report

  6. 06
    Archdiocese of Malta holds Mass & Rosary
    discussDioceses12h ago

    The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am.

    2 sourcesKnisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta

    The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event will include prayer for Spiritual Communion.

    SourcesKnisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta

  7. 07
    Msgr. Rossetti resumes deliverance ministry
    discussDioceses14h ago

    Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry.

    5 sourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend+2

    Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home Diocese of Syracuse, New York. The ministry is separate from his exorcist role.

    SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  8. 08
    Todd Blanche commits to protecting pro-life state laws
    discussLife & Family12h ago

    US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws.

    3 sourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

    US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws. This commitment was made during his nomination process. Recent pro-life and abortion-related news has been reported.

    SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

  9. 09
    Senate passes Russia sanctions bill
    discussChurch & State13h ago

    The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

    The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche. A key swing vote senator offered support for the nomination.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

  10. 10
    Cáritas Italiana meets CEV, Cáritas Venezuela on earthquake aid
    discussBishops16h ago

    Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes.

    2 sourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

    Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes. They met with CEV presidency and Cáritas Venezuela team. The team presented their humanitarian response and solidarity campaign 'Tras el temblor, el amor'.

    SourcesDiocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques

  11. 11
    Sœur Jane Wakahiu shares experience with Catholic Sisters
    discussReligious Orders4h ago

    Sœur Jane Wakahiu spoke at the SIGNIS congress about Catholic Sisters' contributions.

    Vatican News

    Sœur Jane Wakahiu spoke at the SIGNIS congress about Catholic Sisters' contributions. She shared her experience with Sisters worldwide.

    SourcesVatican News

  12. 12
    Antonio Cardoso sings on Vatican Radio
    discussVatican4h ago

    Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'.

    Vatican News

    Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'. He sings 'Amor de Pai'.

    SourcesVatican News

  13. 13
    The Latin Mass Tug of War: Pope Leo’s Mixed Messages
    discussVatican5h ago
    The Catholic Thing

    SourcesThe Catholic Thing

  14. 14
    La fede di Carmen
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    Nigrizia - Missionarie CombonianeMissionarie Secolari Comboniane

    SourcesNigrizia - Missionarie CombonianeMissionarie Secolari Comboniane

  15. 15
    Christ Calms the Storms in Our Lives
    discussCatholic Life6h ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  16. 16
    Ep. 272: Vatican gold, Chinese bishops, and a case to watch in Burlington
    discussVatican7h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  17. 17
    Bonus: Let’s catch up.
    discussCatholic Life7h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  18. 18
    Bishop of Miao appointed to Vatican’s International Council for Catechesis
    discussVatican9h ago
    Matters India

    SourcesMatters India

  19. 19
    ‘I’ve Seen Things You People Wouldn’t Believe’
    discussReligious Freedom8h ago
    La Civiltà Cattolica

    SourcesLa Civiltà Cattolica

  20. 20
    “I think we’re poised for an amazing time in the Church.” An interview with Bp. Gerard W. Battersby
    discussBishops9h ago
    Catholic World Report

    SourcesCatholic World Report

  21. 21
    Persevere in doing good
    discussCatholic Life12h ago
    Focolare Movement

    SourcesFocolare Movement

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