Pope sends telegram to Archbishop of Ende after earthquake in Nusa Tenggara Oriental. At least 54 people died and over 1,600 aftershocks occurred. The Catholic Church is mobilizing to provide humanitarian assistance.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa
Monday, August 17, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 20 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano · Português · Français · Polski
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Vatican News · ACI Stampa · Agenzia Fides · The Holy See- 01 discussVaticanNew1h ago
Pope sends telegram to Archbishop of Ende after earthquake in Nusa Tenggara Oriental.
2 sources·Vatican NewsACI Stampa
- 02 discussReligious Orders15h ago
The Eudist Fathers and Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd launched a pilgrimage route to mark the centenary of Saint John Eudes' canonization.
Agenzia Fides
The Eudist Fathers and Sisters of Our Lady of Charity of the Good Shepherd launched a pilgrimage route to mark the centenary of Saint John Eudes' canonization. The 'Extended Sanctuary' consists of four stages in Normandy, France. The pilgrimage retraces Saint John Eudes' spiritual journey.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 04 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Bp Nelson Jair Cardona Ramírez encourages participation in Colombia's Day of Prayer.
Vatican News
Bp Nelson Jair Cardona Ramírez encourages participation in Colombia's Day of Prayer. He emphasizes God's presence and global solidarity. The day is in response to the earthquake.
SourcesVatican News
- 05 discussCatholic Life17h ago
The 32nd La Vang Marian Congress-Pilgrimage drew 160,000 Vietnamese faithful.
Agenzia Fides
The 32nd La Vang Marian Congress-Pilgrimage drew 160,000 Vietnamese faithful. Archbishop Joseph Nguyen Nang spoke at the opening ceremony. The event was held at the La Vang Shrine in Central Vietnam.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
The Church throughout the world
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Monday, August 17
19 stories · 3 corroborated- 03 discussLiturgyUpdated2h ago
The Diocese of Nantes broadcasts a Mass from Piriac-sur-Mer.
4 sources·5 reports·Knisja MaltijaDiocese of NantesMagyar Kurír+1
The Diocese of Nantes broadcasts a Mass from Piriac-sur-Mer. The Archdiocese of Malta also announces a Mass and Rosary. Mass readings are available for August 23-30, 2026.
SourcesKnisja MaltijaDiocese of NantesMagyar KurírThe Southern Cross
- 08 discussVaticanNew2h ago
Agenzia SIR
Leone XIV celebrated the Assunta Mass in Castel Gandolfo and led the Angelus. He also took a boat ride on Lake Albano. Don Rozmus described it as a gesture of gratitude towards the people.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 17 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Agenzia SIR
A fresco in Genazzano's Madonna chapel has an empty space for the next Pope. Leone XIV will fill it. The space was left for the next Pope.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
Sunday, August 16
37 stories · 2 corroborated- 02 discussCatholic LifeUpdated4h ago
Catholics worldwide celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
3 sources·Diocese of BoDiocese of Bac NinhTK KBS
Catholics worldwide celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. The Bo Diocese Catholic Women’s Association and others held prayers and reflections. The feast commemorates the Catholic belief that Mary was taken body and soul into heaven.
- 04 discussBishopsNew5h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Bishop Antoine-Charbel Tarabay calls on Maronites to follow Mary's example. He urges them to carry Christ into their families and workplaces. This is in his Feast of the Assumption homily.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 05 discussReligious FreedomNew5h ago
The Catholic Weekly
A Finnish MP was convicted of gay hate speech over a 2004 pamphlet. The MP is a Lutheran. The case involves free speech.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 06 discussEducationNew5h ago
The Catholic Weekly
Catholic Schools NSW chief fronts ICAC inquiry. Allegations have not been proven and no findings made. Ongoing investigation.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 08 discussDiocesesNew5h ago
Catholic Outlook
The Diocese of Parramatta publishes a weekly update on news and events. The update covers events within the diocese and beyond.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 17 discussVatican7h ago
DOMRADIO.DE
Pope Leo XIV attends the Italian Catholic meeting in Rimini and San Marino. The meeting brings together politics, church, and culture. It features various activities.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DE
- 20 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Società di S. Colombano per le Missioni Estere·Perspective
Fr. Jovito Dales shares a life-changing encounter with an old woman in Pagadian City. She offered 10 pesos to Columban missionaries, but he declined, knowing she supported her grandkids. The story reflects on the value of openness and courage in encounters with others.
- 21 discussLife & Family9h ago
Catholic Outlook
Settler attacks are a recurring reality in Taybeh, Palestine's last all-Christian village. Father Bashar Fawadleh fears local families will abandon their land. He has served as the Latin parish priest for five years.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 23 discussReligious Freedom10h ago
Matters India
A group stormed a private prayer gathering in Dharma Rosulla village, vandalized property, and assaulted 16 women. The incident occurred in West Bengal. Police were present.
SourcesMatters India
- 24 discussLife & Family11h ago
The Catholic Weekly
A NSW parliamentary inquiry found thousands of migrant workers in rural NSW risk exploitation. Some experience conditions amounting to modern slavery.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 25 discussEducation10h ago
LiCAS News
Thai Catholic educators reflect on identity, technology, and mission. A national seminar marks six decades of Gravissimum Educationis. The Vatican's education teaching is discussed.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 26 discussCatholic Life10h ago
LiCAS News
The Indonesian Church has activated its nationwide relief network after a deadly quake hit Flores. Relief teams are being rushed to devastated communities. Survivors are facing aftershocks and shortages of supplies.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 27 discussVatican11h ago
The Catholic Weekly
The Vatican City State Mint has issued new coins marking Pope Leo XIV's pontificate and the Jubilee Year of St Francis of Assisi. The coins feature the face of Pope Leo XIV. This is part of the Jubilee Year celebrations.
SourcesThe Catholic Weekly
- 29 discussBishops11h ago
LiCAS News
Cardinal Kikuchi urged Catholics to reject violence and defend dignity. He marked Japan's war-end anniversary, citing war victims' suffering.
SourcesLiCAS News
- 31 discussCatholic Life11h ago
Catholic Outlook
Young people in Western Sydney are demonstrating hope and witness through generous acts. They are offering the gift of their lives courageously. This is a testament to their faith.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 32 discussBishops12h ago
Vida Nueva
Archbishop José Luis Escobar Alas demanded respect for human rights of Salvadorans. He rejected mining and advocated for migrant rights during patronal festivities in San Salvador.
SourcesVida Nueva
- 34 discussCatholic Life12h ago
Catholic Outlook
St Patrick's Cathedral is one of 16 buildings open to the public in Parramatta. The event offers rare access to heritage and modern buildings.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 35 discussLife & Family13h ago
CathNews Australia
Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher demands explanation from ABC over euthanasia debate handling. ABC's handling is in question. Fisher seeks clarification.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 36 discussBishops13h ago
CathNews Australia
Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB condemned former Broome bishop Christopher Saunders' crimes. The crimes were a betrayal of the Gospel and the Church. Archbishop Costelloe is the President of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference.
SourcesCathNews Australia
- 37 discussEducation13h ago
The Catholic Leader
Thousands of young musicians performed at the 2026 Queensland Catholic Schools and Colleges Music Festival. The festival was hosted by Villanova College, Coorparoo. It featured students from 74 schools.
SourcesThe Catholic Leader
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