Pope Leo XIV encourages priests to respect liturgical norms. He sent a message to a Vatican-organized meeting in Oregon. The meeting focuses on liturgical formation.
SourcesVatican News
Friday, August 14, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano · Português · Français · Polski
What is happening in the Church today?
From the Holy See
Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · TK KBS · L'Osservatore Romano- 02 discussVaticanUpdated4h 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 discussVatican22h ago
Cardinal Zuppi guided a prayer vigil at Monte Sole for peace and justice in the Holy Land.
L'Osservatore Romano
Cardinal Zuppi guided a prayer vigil at Monte Sole for peace and justice in the Holy Land. The event aimed to promote forgiveness and exit the cycle of violence.
SourcesL'Osservatore Romano
- 04 discussVatican1d ago
Vatican Observatory hosts a Full Moon meetup with Dr. Rocco L. Mancinelli.
Vatican Observatory
Vatican Observatory hosts a Full Moon meetup with Dr. Rocco L. Mancinelli. Dr. Mancinelli is a Senior Research Scientist with the BAER Institute. The meetup is on August 27, 2026.
SourcesVatican Observatory
- 06 discussDiocesesUpdated4h 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
The Church throughout the world
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Friday, August 14
36 stories · 1 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope León XIV's encyclical Magnifica humanitas emphasizes human dignity and freedom.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican NewsReligión Digital
Pope León XIV's encyclical Magnifica humanitas emphasizes human dignity and freedom. Experts comment on its significance. The document discusses the impact of technology on human life.
SourcesVatican NewsReligión Digital
- 03 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
- 04 discussEducationNew28m ago
Magyar Kurír
The Esztergom-Budapesti Főegyházmegye Szent Erzsébet Karitász Központ gave school supplies to nearly 100 children. The donation was part of the Katolikus Karitász's national fundraising campaign. The event took place at the Budapest-Óbudai Szent Péter és Szent Pál-főplébánia.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 06 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope León XIV calls for international response to protect migrant and refugee children.
Vatican News
Pope León XIV calls for international response to protect migrant and refugee children. They are victims of wars, violence, and exploitation.
SourcesVatican News
- 07 discussDiocesesNew1h ago
The diocese of Bougainville marks 125 years of Catholic presence in Papua New Guinea.
Vatican News
The diocese of Bougainville marks 125 years of Catholic presence in Papua New Guinea. The celebration honors missionaries, catechists, and local faithful. It takes place from August 14 to 17, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 11 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Ganxhe Bojaxhiu, a young girl, experienced a decisive moment in her life on August 14, 1928, in Letnica, Kosovo.
Vatican News
Ganxhe Bojaxhiu, a young girl, experienced a decisive moment in her life on August 14, 1928, in Letnica, Kosovo. She said 'yes' to dedicating her life to God. This 'yes' would change her life and the lives of millions worldwide.
SourcesVatican News
- 13 discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago
Seminaristas participated in a formation on indigenous missiology in Mato Grosso.
Vatican News
Seminaristas participated in a formation on indigenous missiology in Mato Grosso. The formation was led by Pe. Francisco Prim and covered aspects of the history of indigenous mission and the importance of land, culture, and intercultural dialogue.
SourcesVatican News
- 17 discussChurch & StateNew1h ago
The Church and social organizations in southern Peru met in Cusco to share experiences and build common proposals.
Vatican News
The Church and social organizations in southern Peru met in Cusco to share experiences and build common proposals. They aimed to promote dignity, justice, and peace.
SourcesVatican News
- 21 discussEducationNew2h ago
Jesuits Global
Jesuits are involved with Mother Teresa Middle School. The school is a place of hope and reconciliation. Jesuits Global reports on the school.
SourcesJesuits Global
- 22 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Pope appoints Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda diocese in Kazakhstan.
Vatican News
Pope appoints Piotr Pytlowany as bishop of Karaganda diocese in Kazakhstan. Pytlowany, 57, has served in Kazakhstan for 31 years. He was previously a parish priest and rector of a seminary.
SourcesVatican News
- 24 discussEducationNew3h ago
Catholic schools in Ituri, northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, prepare for the new school year amid Ebola outbreak.
Vatican News
Catholic schools in Ituri, northeastern Democratic Republic of Congo, prepare for the new school year amid Ebola outbreak. The current epidemic has 4,449 confirmed cases and 2,061 deaths. Schools are implementing sanitary protocols.
SourcesVatican News
- 31 discussBishopsNew3h ago
Magyar Kurír
Pope Leo will visit Peru in November. Carlos García Camader, president of the Peruvian bishops' conference, hopes for peace and cooperation. He wants to work together for the common good.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 32 discussChurch & StateNew3h ago
Agenzia SIR
Jimmy Lai, a 78-year-old entrepreneur, was sentenced to 20 years in prison for supporting pro-democracy protests in Hong Kong. He has been detained for 5 years. The sentence was issued by a court in February.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 33 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Angelus News
Angelus News reports on the difficulties of leaving the CoJ cult. Members often have no education, money, or outside contacts. The cult is not Catholic.
SourcesAngelus News
- 35 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Magyar Kurír
The Gyulafehérvári Caritas is establishing a residential home and occupational center for disabled adults in Székelyudvarhely. The project aims to provide a safe space for disabled individuals and support for their families.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
Thursday, August 13
22 stories- 04 discussVaticanNew4h ago
The Catholic Leader
Pope Leo warned about the dehumanising effects of drone warfare. A Ukrainian street vendor tried to communicate with a Russian drone. The drone was carrying a bomb.
SourcesThe Catholic Leader
- 07 discussReligious OrdersNew4h ago
Global Sisters Report
The Leadership Conference of Women Religious (LCWR) holds its 70th assembly. Sister Helga Leija comments on listening to different voices in the Church. LCWR aims to learn from diverse perspectives and recognize individual gifts.
SourcesGlobal Sisters Report
- 10 discussReligious FreedomNew5h ago
ACI Africa
A Nigerian court ruled against the arrest of a 22-year-old Christian convert. The woman, known as 'Sarah', had fled a forced marriage and converted from Islam. The court described the actions against her as a 'flagrant violation' of her rights.
SourcesACI Africa
- 11 discussCatholic Life7h ago
ACI Digital
São Maximiliano Kolbe, a priest, died as a martyr in Nazi concentration camps. He offered his life for a condemned father. Today is his celebration.
SourcesACI Digital
- 12 discussEducation6h ago
The Southern Cross
Holy Rosary School visited Lourdes Primary School in Soweto. Young Christian Students of Loreto Primary shared their experience.
SourcesThe Southern Cross
- 13 discussCulture6h ago
Rome Reports
Pope Francis, John Paul II, and Benedict XVI see deeper meaning in Homer's work. The Church views The Odyssey as more than a literary classic.
SourcesRome Reports
- 15 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of Matthew.
Vatican News·Perspective
Bishop Mário Spaki of Paranavaí comments on the Gospel of Matthew. He reflects on Matthew 19,3-12.
SourcesVatican News
- 16 discussChurch & State7h ago
Matters India
The Assam Christian Forum has welcomed the government's decision to refer the Foreign Contribution (Regulation) Amendment Bill to a Joint Parliamentary Committee. The forum calls it a democratic step. The bill is for detailed scrutiny.
SourcesMatters India
- 18 discussCatholic Life8h ago
Focolare Movement
A friendship leads to an unexpected change. An atheist becomes a Parish Council President. The Focolare Movement shares the story.
SourcesFocolare Movement
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