Ukraine marks 35 years of independence and four and a half years of conflict with Russia.
SourcesVatican News
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Vatican News · Caritas Italiana · L'Osservatore Romano · The Holy See- 01 discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
Ukraine marks 35 years of independence and four and a half years of conflict with Russia.
Vatican News
- 02 discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV remembers the 10th anniversary of the earthquake in central Italy.
3 sources·4 reports·Vatican NewsCaritas ItalianaL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV remembers the 10th anniversary of the earthquake in central Italy. The earthquake occurred on August 24, 2016, and affected the regions of Lazio, Umbria, and Marche. The Pope expressed his condolences to the families of the victims and the affected areas.
- 03 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal.
5 sources·7 reports·The Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore Romano+1
Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal. The Pope addressed the delegation, extending his greetings to all members of the Armed Forces and Security Forces in Portugal. He remembered the two young soldiers who lost their lives while assisting others. The Ordinariate was established 60 years ago and received its first bishop 25 years ago.
SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeL'Osservatore RomanoVatican News
- 05 discussCanon LawNew2h ago
O evento debate a evolução das relações institucionais e a prática dos tribunais eclesiásticos.
Vatican News
O evento debate a evolução das relações institucionais e a prática dos tribunais eclesiásticos.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope Leo XIV met with the Federación Marsodeto, a social organization that helps people with intellectual disabilities.
3 sources·4 reports·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoACI Prensa
Pope Leo XIV met with the Federación Marsodeto, a social organization that helps people with intellectual disabilities. The Pope emphasized the importance of recognizing the gaze of Christ in the lives of the most vulnerable. The organization was founded by Father Marcelino Casas four decades ago.
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Tuesday, August 25
1 story · 1 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew1m ago
Father Gabriel Romanelli and Father Francesco Ielpo spoke at the Meeting di Rimini.
3 sources·Vatican NewsAgenzia SIRFamiglia Cristiana
Father Gabriel Romanelli and Father Francesco Ielpo spoke at the Meeting di Rimini. They discussed the situation in Gaza and the Holy Land. The Meeting di Rimini is a gathering for friendship among peoples.
Monday, August 24
54 stories · 13 corroborated- 01 discussLife & FamilyNew1h ago
A year after a school shooting, the Annunciation family in Minneapolis moves forward in hope.
2 sources·OSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
A year after a school shooting, the Annunciation family in Minneapolis moves forward in hope. Molly and Matt Stommes, whose children attend Annunciation Catholic School and Church, reflect on the support they received. The community has offered meaningful and practical support.
SourcesOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 02 discussChurch & StateNew59m ago
Pope Leo XIV has emphasized the nobility of a soldier’s mission to defend one’s homeland and uphold the rule of law.
4 sources·CBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+1
Pope Leo XIV has emphasized the nobility of a soldier’s mission to defend one’s homeland and uphold the rule of law. The pontiff reflected on military values in a private audience with the Military Ordinariate of Portugal on Aug. 24. Pope Leo XIV received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate of Portugal.
SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterInfoVaticana
- 03 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Young Catholics say people who encourage them in the faith draw their peers to the Church.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Young Catholics say people who encourage them in the faith draw their peers to the Church. Rachel Mroz, 22, says young Catholics need people who want to run to heaven with them. The Catholic Sun and OSV News report on what young Catholics say attracts and keeps their peers in the Church.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 04 discussCatholic LifeNew1m ago
Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Marsodeto Federation, a Spanish NGO that supports people with intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy.
7 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje+2
Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Marsodeto Federation, a Spanish NGO that supports people with intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy. He reminded the group that seeing Christ in the lives of the weakest and most vulnerable enables us to grow as a human and Christian society. The Pope also received a delegation from the Military Ordinariate for Portugal.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of SkopjeCanção NovaNiedziela
- 05 discussVaticanNew41m ago
Pope León XIV received members of the Federación Marsodeto from Toledo, Spain, at the Vatican.
4 sources·6 reports·The Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeReligión Digital+1
Pope León XIV received members of the Federación Marsodeto from Toledo, Spain, at the Vatican. The Pope praised their work with people with intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy. The organization is celebrating its 45th anniversary.
SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press OfficeReligión DigitalInfoVaticana
- 06 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope Leo XIV received members of Federação Marsodeto, which celebrates 45 years of work with people with intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Fortaleza
Pope Leo XIV received members of Federação Marsodeto, which celebrates 45 years of work with people with intellectual disabilities and cerebral palsy. The Pope highlighted values such as solidarity and full inclusion. The organization is from Toledo.
- 07 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Bishop Kenneth Nowakowski and Bishop Maksym Ryabukha issue messages on the 35th anniversary of Ukrainian independence.
2 sources·Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and WalesReligión Digital
Bishop Kenneth Nowakowski and Bishop Maksym Ryabukha issue messages on the 35th anniversary of Ukrainian independence. Bishop Nowakowski recalls a sense of hope for a peaceful future. Bishop Ryabukha denounces the hatred and destruction of war and calls for peace.
SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and WalesReligión Digital
- 08 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Vatican envoy Paul Richard Gallagher will meet with high-ranking Russian officials and visit the small Catholic community in Russia.
2 sources·ACI PrensaInfoVaticana
Vatican envoy Paul Richard Gallagher will meet with high-ranking Russian officials and visit the small Catholic community in Russia. Gallagher's agenda includes meetings with Lavrov and a Putin advisor.
SourcesACI PrensaInfoVaticana
- 09 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pius XII made a radio appeal for peace 87 years ago.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsTK KBS
Pius XII made a radio appeal for peace 87 years ago. He spoke from the papal residence in Castel Gandolfo. The appeal was made on the eve of World War II.
SourcesVatican NewsTK KBS
- 10 discussBishopsNew53m ago
Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Military Ordinariate of Portugal and encouraged them to be strong in the Lord while protecting their homeland and citizens.
2 sources·8 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Military Ordinariate of Portugal and encouraged them to be strong in the Lord while protecting their homeland and citizens. He remembered two young Portuguese soldiers who recently passed away.
- 11 discussCultureNew5h ago
An expert in religious tourism explains the importance of promoting shrines and pilgrimage routes.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
An expert in religious tourism explains the importance of promoting shrines and pilgrimage routes. This can bring economic and spiritual benefits.
- 12 discussCultureNew1h ago
The 47th Meeting Rimini is taking place in Italy until August 26.
3 sources·Vatican NewsFamiglia CristianaAgência Ecclesia
The 47th Meeting Rimini is taking place in Italy until August 26. The event is a "bomb of oxygen" in a world marked by extremism and difficulty of dialogue. The Pope's words were mentioned at the meeting.
- 13 discussChurch & StateUpdated1h ago
The Pope reflects on artificial intelligence.
3 sources·9 reports·Vatican News
The Pope reflects on artificial intelligence. The Synod is being held in Torre Pellice, Piemonte.
SourcesVatican News
- 17 discussBishopsNew1h ago
Aid to the Church in Need
Bishop Maksym Ryabukha, SDB, says evil will never destroy everything. He is a war zone bishop in Ukraine. Half of his exarchate is occupied by the Russian army.
SourcesAid to the Church in Need
- 22 discussEducationNew1h ago
CNBB
The 13th Social Communication Seminar was held in Rio de Janeiro with 120 participants. The seminar discussed the challenges of human communication in the face of artificial intelligence, disinformation, and new technologies. The event concluded with a concert by Monsignor Marco Frisina.
SourcesCNBB
- 23 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Figlie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
Margo van Greta passed away on July 29, 2026. She died soon after receiving a diagnosis of late-stage cancer. Margo had been involved with the Dharma since 1987.
SourcesFiglie della Presentazione di Maria Santissima al Tempio
- 24 discussDiocesesNew1h ago
Catholic Review
Mary Pat Stoval, director of fiscal services for the Archdiocese of Baltimore, died Aug. 18 at 67. She died due to complications from leukemia. She was known for her kindness, competence and faith.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 28 discussEducationNew2h ago
Catholic Review
Catholic Review Media has hired a videographer, a journalist and a web professional. They join the Archdiocese of Baltimore.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 30 discussLife & FamilyNew2h ago
Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales
Bishop Timothy Menezes warns that assisted dying poses a threat to all vulnerable people. He shares concerns of a young parishioner with disabilities. The bishop is an Auxiliary Bishop for the Archdiocese of Birmingham.
- 31 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Pope Leo XIV prayed for Ebola victims in DRC after the Angelus prayer on August 23, 2026.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV prayed for Ebola victims in DRC after the Angelus prayer on August 23, 2026. He remembered those who lost their lives due to Ebola and those affected by it. The situation is getting worse with increasing deaths and infections.
SourcesVatican News
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Athletica Vaticana participates in Mediterranean Games in Taranto.
Vatican News
Athletica Vaticana participates in Mediterranean Games in Taranto. Athletes write thoughts on unity and reconciliation.
SourcesVatican News
- 36 discussReligious OrdersNew2h ago
The Congregation of Sisters of Our Lady of Usambara in Tanzania uses media for evangelization.
Vatican News
The Congregation of Sisters of Our Lady of Usambara in Tanzania uses media for evangelization. They share the Gospel and engage young people through television and social networks.
SourcesVatican News
- 40 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
FSSPX.News
Fraternité Saint-Pie X restores a century-old Catholic church in Florida. The church will accommodate over 400 faithful. The restoration is due to the growth of the community served by the Fraternité Saint-Pie X in Jacksonville.
SourcesFSSPX.News
- 42 discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
Agenzia SIR
Yaron Sideman, Israeli ambassador to the Holy Land, condemned violence in Taybeh. He invited pilgrims to visit Israel, saying it is safe. Sideman spoke at the Rimini Meeting.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 44 discussLiturgyNew3h ago
Agenzia SIR
The Perdonanza Celestiniana has opened in L'Aquila. Thousands of pilgrims will receive the plenary indulgence. The event was instituted by Pope Celestine V in 1294.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 45 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Agenzia SIR
The event is a gesture that continues through the centuries. It is celebrated in L'Aquila.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 46 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
Catholic Review
Catholics began worshiping at a tavern with Jesuit priests from Woodstock Seminary. Holy Family sees renewed growth in Randallstown.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 47 discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
Ebola transmission has not yet reached its peak and could triple.
Vatican News
Ebola transmission has not yet reached its peak and could triple. Conflict hinders containment efforts.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Caritas Internationalis
Caritas Internationalis is hiring a Caritas Identity and Mission Senior Officer. The job is based at the CI General Secretariat in Palazzo San Callisto. The officer will coordinate activities and initiatives for the Confederation's Regions and Members.
SourcesCaritas Internationalis
- 51 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Caritas Internationalis
Caritas Internationalis is hiring a Youth Mobilisation, Empowerment and Inclusion Officer. The job is a 2-year fixed term contract. The officer will work at the CI General Secretariat.
SourcesCaritas Internationalis
- 52 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Caritas Internationalis
Caritas Internationalis is developing a security policy and protocols. The organization is seeking a consultant to help with the development. The policy will provide guidance on security matters for the organization's 162 national member organizations.
SourcesCaritas Internationalis
- 54 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Conferencia Episcopal Española
The Conferencia Episcopal Española has published a new edition of the Nomenclátor 2026. The guide contains information on the names of officials and addresses related to the Holy See and the Apostolic Nunciature.
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