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Vatican News · Diocese of Hallam · Holy See Press Office · ACI Prensa- 02 discussBishops9h ago
Paul Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China's Shanxi province.
8 sources·19 reports·Vatican News
Paul Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China's Shanxi province. He was appointed by Pope Leo XIV on August 10, following the approval of his candidacy under the framework of the Provisional Agreement between the Holy See and the People's Republic of China.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussVatican13h ago
Pope Leo XIV received members of the supervisory commission for the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza foundation.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV received members of the supervisory commission for the Casa Sollievo della Sofferenza foundation. The foundation was established by the Pope with a chirograph on May 27, 2026. The meeting took place in the Apostolic Palace in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussBishops16h ago
Bishop Bulus Yohanna of Kontagora has called for increased security measures at places of worship in Nigeria.
2 sources·3 reports·Agenzia FidesVatican News
Bishop Bulus Yohanna of Kontagora has called for increased security measures at places of worship in Nigeria. He made the appeal after recent attacks on Muslim communities. The bishop stressed that an attack on any place of worship is a threat to the wider community.
SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News
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.
Monday, August 31
60 stories · 8 corroborated- 01 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
The Mexican Church is expanding its Buzones de la Paz initiative to 420 parroquias.
2 sources·ZENIT News Agency
The Mexican Church is expanding its Buzones de la Paz initiative to 420 parroquias. The initiative began in 2024 and aims to provide information to families searching for missing relatives. The Archdiocese of Mexico plans to expand the initiative to its entire network by December.
SourcesZENIT News Agency
- 02 discussCatholic LifeUpdated5h ago
A Catholic aid worker in Nepal says the road to recovery will be long after devastating floods and mudslides.
4 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic WeeklyOSV News+1
A Catholic aid worker in Nepal says the road to recovery will be long after devastating floods and mudslides. The floods and mudslides occurred along the Nepal-China border.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic WeeklyOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 03 discussCulture9h ago
The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend reports concerns over data centers.
3 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
The Diocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend reports concerns over data centers. Data centers are opposed due to energy use and utility costs. The Catholic Climate Covenant has flagged issues with data centers.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 04 discussCatholic Life7h ago
The city held a traditional pilgrimage.
2 sources·ACI PrensaVida Nueva
The city held a traditional pilgrimage. A crowd gathered for the festivities.
SourcesACI PrensaVida Nueva
- 05 discussCatholic Life10h ago
The Knights of Columbus have opened a new retreat house in Washington, DC, dedicated to St. John Paul II.
5 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New YorkThe Catholic Sun+2
The Knights of Columbus have opened a new retreat house in Washington, DC, dedicated to St. John Paul II. The retreat house is located adjacent to the St. John Paul II National Shrine. Baltimore Archbishop William Lori blessed the facility.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New YorkThe Catholic SunThe MonitorOSV News
- 06 discussVatican16h ago
Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Paolo Liu Honggang, the third bishop ordained in China in three months.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Pope Leo XIV has named Bishop Paolo Liu Honggang, the third bishop ordained in China in three months. This is the sixth episcopal consecration during Leo's pontificate. The Vatican-Beijing agreement is being implemented.
- 07 discussReligious Freedom11h ago
Experts at the Rimini Meeting in Italy highlighted the growing threat to religious freedom worldwide, citing persecution of Christians and violence in Nigeria and Lebanon.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI AfricaCatholic World Report
Experts at the Rimini Meeting in Italy highlighted the growing threat to religious freedom worldwide, citing persecution of Christians and violence in Nigeria and Lebanon. The meeting emphasized the importance of defending freedom of belief for people of all faiths. Speakers included Bishop Matthew Hassan Kukah of the Diocese of Sokoto, Nigeria.
- 09 discussCatholic LifeNew31m ago
LiCAS News
LiCAS News reports the Season of Creation has opened with a call to turn resources from war toward life. Care for our common home cannot be separated from the pursuit of justice, peace, reconciliation and human dignity.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 10 discussCatholic LifeNew51m ago
The Catholic Weekly
David Stevens shares his story of finding faith after his wife prayed in a church. He had given up on becoming a dad.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 14 discussEducationNew1h ago
The Catholic Weekly
The Catholic Weekly won three awards at the 2026 ACPA Awards in Christchurch. The awards were for Best Column, Best Supplement, and runner-up for Best News Content.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 16 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Società delle Missioni Africane
P. Martino Bonazzetti writes from Angola about the community of Terreiro. He mentions various celebrations and projects. The community has organized baptisms, first communions, and marriages. They also have projects related to microcredit.
- 21 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
Focolare Movement
The Focolare Movement promotes the Platinum Rule. The Platinum Rule is the idea of the month for September 2026.
SourcesFocolare Movement
- 23 discussCultureNew2h ago
The Southern Cross
Heritage Month 2026 is an opportunity for Southern Africa to celebrate its rich cultural diversity.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Pater Manuel Sandesh says minimalism is more than a trend. He recognizes his Franciscan spirituality in it. Simplicity makes people happy.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 25 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
2 reports·The Catholic WeeklyDiocese of Sydney
A major relic of St Carlo Acutis is touring Australian cities and country towns. The relic is inspiring young people, parishioners and priests to renew their love for Jesus in the Eucharist. The tour aims to promote Eucharistic devotion.
- 27 discussCultureNew3h ago
ACI Prensa
ACI Prensa reports a film on the Sacred Heart of Jesus has been released in Mexico. The film is titled Sagrado Corazón: Su Reino no tendrá fin.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 28 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Catholic Outlook
James K.A. Smith, an Augustine scholar, discusses human desire for God. He references St. Augustine's dictum.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 30 discussDiocesesNew3h ago
Mirifica News
Caritas Indonesia and Keuskupan Agung Ende conducted a training for a team to strengthen their response to the post-earthquake situation in Flores. The training was held at the Rumah Bina PSE Keuskupan Agung Ende. The event aimed to enhance the capacity of the team to conduct needs assessments and sectoral studies.
SourcesMirifica News
- 32 discussLife & FamilyNew5h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Labor ministers support telehealth VAD consultations. The Catholic Weekly reports on the push and opposition.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Catholic Outlook
Catholic Outlook publishes a reflection for the Season of Creation. The reflection discusses St Francis' commitment to simple living and attention to nature.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 35 discussDiocesesNew5h ago
ACI Prensa
The Archdiocese of Monterrey has converted a vehicle into a mobile chapel to bring the presence of Jesus Eucharist to areas without temples. The mobile chapel will travel through the streets of Monterrey, Mexico.
SourcesACI Prensa
- 38 discussBishops7h ago
2 reports·The Pillar Podcast
The German bishops’ conference formally condemned the Alternative for Germany (AfD) party in 2024. The condemnation came ahead of elections in the German state of Saxony-Anhalt. The University of Mary in Bismarck, North Dakota, is offering scholarships to Pillar paid subscribers.
SourcesThe Pillar Podcast
- 39 discussReligious Orders7h ago
Canção Nova
Canção Nova prioritizes sharing the experience of encountering Jesus Christ in daily life. The community has one charism.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 42 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Canção Nova
The organization held a celebration for the people of God.
SourcesCanção Nova
- 44 discussBishops8h ago
The Catholic Spirit
Archbishop William Lori of Baltimore visited the Minnesota State Fair on Aug. 28. He concelebrated Mass with Father Robert Fitzpatrick two days later.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
- 45 discussLiturgy7h ago
2 reports·Knisja Maltija
The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for 1st September. The Gospel is from Luke 4:31-37.
SourcesKnisja Maltija
- 46 discussCatholic Life7h ago
Catholic Outlook
Sr Rosemary Crumlin, a Sister of Mercy, was remembered at a Mass in Parramatta for her knowledge of art history and practice. She was farewelled for her "innate charm" and deep religious conviction.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 47 discussBishops8h ago
The Catholic Leader
Australia’s Catholic bishops marked Social Justice Sunday on August 30. The bishops encouraged the community to reflect and act on social, economic and ecological issues. The dignity of human beings should come before all disagreements for a society to thrive.
SourcesThe Catholic Leader
- 48 discussLife & Family8h ago
CathNews Australia
South Australia has urged the Commonwealth to change a federal law preventing doctors from using telehealth in voluntary assisted dying. The state is openly defying Prime Minister Anthony Albanese. South Australia is the first state to formally make this request.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 49 discussDioceses8h ago
CathNews Australia
The second Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocesan Assembly has revealed a stronger parish voice and a commitment to missionary work. The assembly has also shown a continuing appetite for faith formation. The work of the assembly will continue beyond the event.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 51 discussEducation8h ago
CathNews Australia
Australian Catholic University and Catholic Theological College Melbourne are exploring a partnership to strengthen Catholic theological education across Victoria and Tasmania. The partnership aims to improve theological education.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 52 discussCulture8h ago
CathNews Australia
Anthony Albanese backs new laws to block algorithms on social media. Labor shies away from banning AI glasses that film victims.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 53 discussReligious Orders8h ago
Catholic New York
Sr. Mary Elizabeth Mooney, OP, entered eternal life on August 26, 2026. She leaves a legacy of educating, uniting, and empowering teachers, children, and parents during her 51 years of dedicated service.
SourcesCatholic New York
- 57 discussCatholic Life9h ago
CathNews Australia
Benedictine Abbot Christopher Jamison will visit Brisbane. He will share wisdom of the Benedictine tradition. Brisbane's Catholic community will hear from him.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 60 discussLiturgy9h ago
CathNews Australia
The mother cathedral of Syro-Malabar Church in India has resumed regular Eucharistic celebrations. The cathedral was closed for close to four years due to a dispute over synod-approved rubrics.
SourcesCathNews Australia
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