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Tuesday, August 11, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 19 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano

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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Vatican Observatory
  1. 01
    Assailants attack 2 Franciscan Sisters in Mecuburi
    discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago

    Two Franciscan Sisters were assaulted during a robbery at the Paróquia Nossa Senhora da Assunção de Mecuburi mission.

    Vatican News

    Two Franciscan Sisters were assaulted during a robbery at the Paróquia Nossa Senhora da Assunção de Mecuburi mission. The Church confirms the assault, but denies reports of sexual violence. The incident occurred in the Archdiocese of Nampula.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Two attacks in Tripolitania and Cyrenaica raise tensions
    discussReligious FreedomNew 1h ago
    Agenzia Fides

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  3. 03
    Vatican Observatory shares solar eclipse art
    discussVatican1d ago

    The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event.

    Vatican Observatory

    The Vatican Observatory created a large Active Region display for a solar eclipse event. The display allowed people to see and touch its shapes.

    SourcesVatican Observatory

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV prays for Colombia earthquake victims
    discussVaticanNew 20m ago

    Pope Leo XIV expressed sorrow over the earthquake in Colombia, offering prayers for the victims.

    13 sourcesVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV expressed sorrow over the earthquake in Colombia, offering prayers for the victims. The earthquake caused over 100 deaths and many injuries. The Pope's message was conveyed through a telegram signed by Cardinal Pietro Parolin.

    SourcesVatican News

  5. 05
    Catholic Schools aid Latin America's vulnerable
    discussEducationNew 1h ago

    Catholic schools in Latin America provide education, welcome, and spiritual accompaniment to children and young people.

    Agenzia Fides

    Catholic schools in Latin America provide education, welcome, and spiritual accompaniment to children and young people. They aim to promote human development and social transformation. The Latin American and Caribbean Episcopal Council highlights education as a tool for this transformation.

    SourcesAgenzia Fides

  6. 06
    Vatican News reports fighting rages in Ukraine and Middle East
    discussChurch & StateNew 1h ago

    Conflicts continue in Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran.

    Vatican News

    Conflicts continue in Ukraine, Lebanon, Gaza, and Iran. Fighting shows no signs of stopping. Vatican News reports on the ongoing conflicts.

    SourcesVatican News

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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 The Southern Cross · ACI Africa · SECAM
    1. Kati Dijane: Signis World Congress From My Lens
    2. Lesotho Catholic Bishops attend SECAM education meeting
    3. Catholic Sister Behind "Our Lady Queen of Nigeria" Says Wounded Nation Needs a Mother
  2. America Diocese of Anápolis · Diocese of Ipameri · Catholic New York
    1. Diocese of Anápolis hosts 10th Eucharistic Congress
    2. A Word from Cardinal Dolan: Tomb of St. Peter
    3. Leo XIV and the Challenge to the Heart of Christianity
  3. Asia LiCAS News
    1. Vietnam’s La Vang shrine readies for 160,000 pilgrims
    2. Priests who carry us
    3. Rights groups press Seoul over detention of Shincheonji leader
  4. Europe Katholiek Nieuwsblad · OSV News · Konferencja Episkopatu Polski
    1. St. Clare of Assisi inspires radical life
    2. Pope Leo XIV appoints 8 new members to Vatican's Council for Economy
    3. Damasco court condemns Bashar al-Assad to death
  5. Oceania Archdiocese of Port Moresby · Archdiocese of Mount Hagen · Diocese of Kundiawa
    1. Papua New Guineans demand action against sorcery violence
    2. SALA festival brings art to South Australia
    3. more than a name

Tuesday, August 11

55 stories · 17 corroborated
  1. 01
    Diocese of Anápolis hosts 10th Eucharistic Congress
    discussDiocesesNew 1h ago

    The 10th Eucharistic Congress of Segue-me will be held from August 21 to 23 at Paróquia Santíssima Trindade in Anápolis.

    2 sourcesDiocese of AnápolisDiocese of Ipameri

    The 10th Eucharistic Congress of Segue-me will be held from August 21 to 23 at Paróquia Santíssima Trindade in Anápolis. The event is expected to gather around 1300 people. It will be the 10th edition of the congress.

    SourcesDiocese of AnápolisDiocese of Ipameri

  2. 02
    St. Clare of Assisi inspires radical life
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago

    St. Clare of Assisi chose a life of poverty and devotion to Christ.

    2 sourcesKatholiek NieuwsbladOSV News

    St. Clare of Assisi chose a life of poverty and devotion to Christ. Her lifestyle offered an alternative to wealth and power. St. Clare was inspired by St. Francis.

    SourcesKatholiek NieuwsbladOSV News

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV appoints 8 new members to Vatican's Council for Economy
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed new members to the Council for the Economy, including Cardinals Roberto Repole and Grzegorz Ryś.

    12 sourcesKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiCBCP NewsDiocese of Susa+3

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed new members to the Council for the Economy, including Cardinals Roberto Repole and Grzegorz Ryś. The council has responsibilities for oversight of the administrative and financial activities of the Holy See's institutions.

    SourcesKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiCBCP NewsDiocese of SusaDiocese of TorinoDiocese of AlbaCatholic News Agency

  4. 04
    Nigerian forces free 2 hostages from St. Joseph's Church
    discussReligious FreedomNew 1h ago

    Seminarian Lawrence Igbo and lay faithful Emmanuel Onwudi were released after an operation by security forces.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsAgenzia Fides

    Seminarian Lawrence Igbo and lay faithful Emmanuel Onwudi were released after an operation by security forces. The operation resulted in the arrest of three suspected bandits and the recovery of ransom money. Four AK-47 rifles and ammunition were also recovered.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgenzia Fides

  5. 05
    Cimi releases report on violence against indigenous peoples in 2025
    discussChurch & State2h ago

    The Conselho Indigenista Missionário (Cimi) will launch its annual report on violence against indigenous peoples in Brazil.

    2 sourcesCNBBDiocese of São José dos Campos

    The Conselho Indigenista Missionário (Cimi) will launch its annual report on violence against indigenous peoples in Brazil. The report will be released on Thursday at 14h30 at the Conferência Nacional dos Bispos do Brasil (CNBB) headquarters in Brasília. The event will be broadcast live on Cimi's YouTube channel.

    SourcesCNBBDiocese of São José dos Campos

  6. 06
    Damasco court condemns Bashar al-Assad to death
    discussChurch & State2h ago

    A Damasco court found Bashar al-Assad responsible for premeditated murder, torture, and other crimes.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsLa Croix

    A Damasco court found Bashar al-Assad responsible for premeditated murder, torture, and other crimes. His brother Maher al-Assad and other former regime officials were also sentenced to death. The sentences were issued in absentia.

    SourcesVatican NewsLa Croix

  7. 07
    Pope Leon XIV issues message for World Peace Day
    discussVaticanNew 1m ago
    9 sourcesVatican NewsKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiCírkev.cz

    SourcesVatican NewsKonferencja Episkopatu PolskiCírkev.cz

  8. 08
    Wspólne Świętowanie w Rudniku nad Sanem
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    10 sourcesSuore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine Maria+3

    SourcesSuore Figlie di Maria ImmacolataSuore del Divin Pastore della Provvidenza DivinaSuore Ancelle dell'Immacolata Concezione della Beata Vergine MariaPiccole Ancelle dell'Immacolata ConcezioneSuore Figlie del Cuore Purissimo di MariaSuore Ancelle della Genitrice di Dio Vergine Immacolata Concezione

  9. 09
    Pope confirms Cardinal Marx as coordinator
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    Pope confirms Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator of the Vatican's economic council.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE

    Pope confirms Cardinal Reinhard Marx as coordinator of the Vatican's economic council. Marx has led the council since its founding. The council oversees the Vatican's administrative and financial structures.

    SourcesVatican NewsDOMRADIO.DE

  10. 10
    Vatican announces 2027 World Day of Peace theme
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago

    The Dicastery for the Service of Integral Human Development announced the theme for the 60th World Day of Peace on January 1, 2027.

    4 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje

    The Dicastery for the Service of Integral Human Development announced the theme for the 60th World Day of Peace on January 1, 2027. The theme is 'Disarming Technology, Serving Peace: Politics as Preventive Responsibility'.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje

  11. 11
    Colombia hit by 7.4 magnitude earthquake
    discussCatholic Life3h ago

    A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 132 people and injuring over 570.

    2 sourcesAgenzia SIRLa Croix

    A 7.4 magnitude earthquake struck western Colombia, killing at least 132 people and injuring over 570. The cities of Pereira, Cali, and Manizales were severely affected. Don Pagniello of Caritas commented on the disaster.

    SourcesAgenzia SIRLa Croix

  12. 12
    Diocese of Viana prepares pilgrimage
    discussDioceses4h ago

    The Diocese of Viana and Angola's Provincial Government of Icolo and Bengo are hosting an annual Marian pilgrimage.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    The Diocese of Viana and Angola's Provincial Government of Icolo and Bengo are hosting an annual Marian pilgrimage. The pilgrimage is scheduled for early September at the Shrine of Our Lady of Muxima. The working group has confirmed readiness to host the event.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  13. 13
    Pope confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer on Economy Council
    discussVatican2h ago

    Pope Francis confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer as a member of the Council for the Economy.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsCanção Nova

    Pope Francis confirms Cardinal Odilo Scherer as a member of the Council for the Economy. The Council oversees the Vatican's finances and administration. Cardinal Reinhard Marx was confirmed as coordinator.

    SourcesVatican NewsCanção Nova

  14. 14
    Paul Vaughn shares journey to Catholicism
    discussCatholic Life5h ago

    Paul Vaughn told OSV News about his journey from evangelical to Catholic.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

    Paul Vaughn told OSV News about his journey from evangelical to Catholic. He shared his meandering faith journey. Vaughn is a pro-life activist.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News

  15. 15
    Andrzej Beya-Zaborski dies at 75
    discussCulture2h ago

    Andrzej Beya-Zaborski, a theater and film actor, died at 75.

    2 sourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny

    Andrzej Beya-Zaborski, a theater and film actor, died at 75. He was known for his role as a police commander in the film series 'U Pana Boga...'. Beya-Zaborski was associated with the Białostocki Teatr Lalek.

    SourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny

  16. 16
    Pope Lev XIV visits Uruguay, Argentina, Peru
    discussVatican4h ago
    3 sourcesVatican NewsCírkev.czTK KBS

    SourcesVatican NewsCírkev.czTK KBS

  17. 17
    Maura Healey signs bill allowing abortion at any point in pregnancy
    discussLife & FamilyNew 1m ago

    Massachusetts becomes 11th US state with no abortion limits.

    2 sourcesNiedzielaCatholic Star Herald

    Massachusetts becomes 11th US state with no abortion limits. Gov. Maura Healey signed a bill removing state restrictions on abortion after 24 weeks. The legislation allows elective late-term abortion.

    SourcesNiedzielaCatholic Star Herald

  18. 18
    British bishop calls new PM to bat for jailed Catholic Hong Kong activist Jimmy Lai
    discussBishopsNew 44m ago
    Crux

    SourcesCrux

  19. 19
    A Word from Cardinal Dolan: Tomb of St. Peter
    discussBishopsNew 45m ago
    Catholic New York

    SourcesCatholic New York

  20. 20
    Leo XIV and the Challenge to the Heart of Christianity
    discussVaticanNew 50m ago
    National Catholic Register

    SourcesNational Catholic Register

  21. 21
    Catholic experts say AI needs greater human oversight
    discussCultureNew 1h ago
    Catholic Review

    Catholic experts comment on security issues with AI developers Anthropic and OpenAI. They stress the need for greater human oversight. The Church's perspective is highlighted.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  22. 22
    Pope Leo XIV appeals for Sudan ceasefire
    discussVaticanNew 1h ago
    Catholic Review

    Pope Leo XIV calls for ceasefire and aid in Sudan. He also prays for victims in Ukraine-Russia conflict. Innocent civilians are caught in the conflict.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  23. 23
    Vietnam’s La Vang shrine readies for 160,000 pilgrims
    discussCultureNew 1h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  24. 24
    Abelardo de la Espriella leads 7-day prayer in Colombia
    discussChurch & State2h ago

    Abelardo de la Espriella leads prayer in Colombia.

    Vatican News

    Abelardo de la Espriella leads prayer in Colombia. The local Church is working for peace and reconciliation. Mgr Héctor Fabio Henao is involved.

    SourcesVatican News

  25. 25
    Sister Connie Tarallo embraces life
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    Oblate di Nazareth

    Sister Connie Tarallo lives with gratitude, community and love after losing her right leg. She has been a Sister for six decades. Her story is one of embracing life.

    SourcesOblate di Nazareth

  26. 26
    Priests who carry us
    discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  27. 27
    Catholic Sisters tell their stories
    discussReligious Orders2h ago

    Catholic Sisters are taking the lead in telling their own stories.

    Vatican News

    Catholic Sisters are taking the lead in telling their own stories. This is according to a report from Vatican News. The report highlights their efforts.

    SourcesVatican News

  28. 28
    From Parish to Nation: CHARIS India's five-year fight for life
    discussBishops2h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  29. 29
    Rights groups press Seoul over detention of Shincheonji leader
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  30. 30
    Nonprofit’s global review finds family-led development creates lasting pathways out of poverty
    discussLife & Family2h ago
    Catholic News Agency

    SourcesCatholic News Agency

  31. 31
    Catholic Review streams home viewing roundup
    discussCultureNew 1h ago
    Catholic ReviewPerspective

    Catholic Review provides capsule reviews of theatrical movies available for streaming. Notes on TV programming are also included.

    SourcesCatholic Review

  32. 32
    Suore Minime find abandoned baby in Culla per la vita
    discussLife & Family2h ago
    Agenzia SIR

    Suore Minime di Santa Clelia Barbieri in Bologna found an abandoned baby in a Culla per la vita. They named her Maria Stella and called for help. The Culla per la vita is an extreme measure to protect infancy against abandonment and abortion.

    SourcesAgenzia SIR

  33. 33
    Gun violence, bullying trigger urgent calls for school reform in Thailand
    discussEducation2h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  34. 34
    What Does It Mean To Be a Catholic Business?
    discussDioceses2h ago
    Catholic Herald

    SourcesCatholic Herald

  35. 35
    A light to the nations and scraps for the dogs
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    The Pillar

    SourcesThe Pillar

  36. 36
    Sr. Jane Wakahiu leads Catholic Sisters
    discussReligious Orders3h ago

    Catholic Sisters take the lead in telling their own stories.

    Vatican News

    Catholic Sisters take the lead in telling their own stories. Sr. Jane Wakahiu is featured. The story is available on YouTube.

    SourcesVatican News

  37. 37
    Pope names new Council for Economy members
    discussVatican4h ago

    Pope appoints new members to the Vatican's economic council.

    Vatican News

    Pope appoints new members to the Vatican's economic council. Cardinal Reinhard Marx is confirmed as coordinator. New members include cardinals Grzegorz Ryś, Ladislav Nemet, Jean-Paul Vesco, and Roberto Repole.

    SourcesVatican News

  38. 38
    Pope leads Angelus and Rosary
    discussVatican4h ago

    The Pope leads the Angelus and Rosary.

    Vatican News

    The Pope leads the Angelus and Rosary. The event is available on YouTube. It took place on August 11, 2026.

    SourcesVatican News

  39. 39
    Pakistan marks National Minorities Day
    discussChurch & State4h ago

    Pakistan celebrates National Minorities Day on August 11.

    Vatican News

    Pakistan celebrates National Minorities Day on August 11. Minority groups demand concrete reforms and protection from violence. They also seek greater political representation.

    SourcesVatican News

  40. 40
    Vatican News examines labor in AI era
    discussVatican4h ago

    Vatican News analyzes the impact of AI on labor and human intelligence.

    Vatican News

    Vatican News analyzes the impact of AI on labor and human intelligence. Augusto Cocorullo discusses the future of work.

    SourcesVatican News

  41. 41
    Pope Leo sends message to Cardinal Simoni
    discussVatican3h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  42. 42
    Pope appoints Cardinal Ryś to Council for Economy
    discussVatican4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś to the Council for Economy.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV has appointed Cardinal Grzegorz Ryś to the Council for Economy. The Council is responsible for economic matters. The appointment was announced today.

    SourcesVatican News

  43. 43
    Klára Tomášiková completes 10-month internship at Vatican News
    discussVatican4h ago

    Klára Tomášiková spent 10 months as an intern at Vatican News.

    Vatican News

    Klára Tomášiková spent 10 months as an intern at Vatican News. She gained new journalistic and technical skills. She also experienced teamwork and had shared experiences.

    SourcesVatican News

  44. 44
    Pope Leo XIV calls for tech disarmament
    discussVatican4h ago

    Pope Leo XIV's 2027 peace message focuses on disarmament of technology.

    Vatican News

    Pope Leo XIV's 2027 peace message focuses on disarmament of technology. He urges the international community to avoid leaving military decisions to artificial intelligence and to establish binding agreements. The message is titled 'Die Technik entwaffnen, dem Frieden dienen. Politik als präventive Verantwortung'.

    SourcesVatican News

  45. 45
    Pope: Even in our darkest moments, Jesus does not abandon us
    discussVatican4h ago
    LiCAS News

    SourcesLiCAS News

  46. 46
    Vatican diplomat Florian Kolfhaus dies
    discussVatican4h ago

    Florian Kolfhaus, a former Vatican diplomat, died on August 6, 2026, at the age of 51.

    Vatican News

    Florian Kolfhaus, a former Vatican diplomat, died on August 6, 2026, at the age of 51. His funeral is set for August 14, 2026, in Straubing. Kolfhaus was a priest in the Diocese of Regensburg.

    SourcesVatican News

  47. 47
    Janira Hopffer Almada visits Bishop Ildo Fortes
    discussBishops4h ago

    Janira Hopffer Almada, President of the National Assembly, visited Bishop Ildo Fortes in Mindelo.

    Vatican News

    Janira Hopffer Almada, President of the National Assembly, visited Bishop Ildo Fortes in Mindelo. The meeting took place at the Episcopal Residence on São Vicente island. The visit occurred on Friday, August 7, 2026.

    SourcesVatican News

  48. 48
    Olomouc Charity gets new director
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    Církev.cz

    PhDr. Petr Prinz steps down after 7 years, Mgr. Jan Bukov takes over. Olomouc archbishop appoints new director.

    SourcesCírkev.cz

  49. 49
    The Little Way of the Middle Ages
    discussCatholic Life3h ago
    Word on Fire

    SourcesWord on Fire

  50. 50
    Bishop Pedro Carlos Cipollini writes about religion and money
    discussCatholic Life2h ago
    CNBBPerspective

    Bishop Pedro Carlos Cipollini of Santo André reflects on religion and money. He discusses economic scandals and corruption. He notes that money can be a temptation.

    SourcesCNBB

  51. 51
    Filipino Catholics celebrate 401 years of Buen Suceso
    discussCatholic Life5h ago
    CBCP News

    Filipino Catholics marked the end of a Jubilee Year celebrating four centuries of devotion to Nuestra Señora. The celebration commemorates 401 years of devotion.

    SourcesCBCP News

  52. 52
    Sisters work to restore the dignity of female victims of exploitation
    discussDioceses5h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  53. 53
    Bishop Curry asks PM to free Jimmy Lai
    discussReligious Freedom5h ago
    Catholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

    Bishop James Curry wrote to the Prime Minister to secure Jimmy Lai's release. Lai, a British citizen, was sentenced to 20 years in prison in Hong Kong. Bishop Curry urges the PM to follow predecessors' lead.

    SourcesCatholic Bishops' Conference of England and Wales

  54. 54
    Irmãs da Santa União serve community in Camarões
    discussReligious Orders4h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

  55. 55
    Bishop Valdivia leads Ceuta prayer vigil
    discussDioceses4h ago
    Vatican News

    SourcesVatican News

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