Honduras faces a humanitarian emergency, ranking sixth among the world's most neglected crises. Thousands are affected. A report by the Norwegian Refugee Council highlights the issue.
SourcesVatican News
Saturday, August 8, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
Honduras faces a humanitarian emergency, ranking sixth among the world's most neglected crises.
Vatican News
- 02 discussVatican2h ago
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda.
2 sources·Agenzia FidesVatican News
Archbishop Fortunatus Nwachukwu spoke at the SIGNIS World Congress in Kigali, Rwanda. He emphasized that Catholic communicators are disciples before influencers. The congress is a global network of Catholic media professionals.
SourcesAgenzia FidesVatican News
- 04 discussCatholic Life20h ago
Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood.
Agenzia Fides
Sister Inês Paulo Albino spoke to children at the National Congress of the Pontifical Society of Missionary Childhood. She emphasized unity and service. The event marked the Society's 25th anniversary.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
Patrick Körbs reflects on seeking silence to find peace.
Vatican News·Perspective
Patrick Körbs reflects on seeking silence to find peace. He suggests putting away distractions to make room for God. Körbs invites readers to try silence.
SourcesVatican 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.
- Africa AMECEA
- America National Catholic Reporter · Global Sisters Report · The Catholic Register
- Asia Diocese of Kontum · La Croix · Matters India
- Europe Agenzia SIR · Diocese of Požega · Archdiocese of Naxos, Andros, Tinos, Mykonos
- Oceania Catholic Outlook · The Catholic Leader · Archdiocese of Mount Hagen
Saturday, August 8
24 stories · 6 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Journalist Theresa Laurence wrote a book about Sr.
2 sources·National Catholic ReporterGlobal Sisters Report
Journalist Theresa Laurence wrote a book about Sr. Sandra Smithson, a Black Catholic nun. The book covers her life and battles against racism and educational neglect in Nashville. Sr. Smithson worked in Tennessee for over four decades.
- 02 discussVatican3h ago
The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design.
2 sources·Diocese of KontumLa Croix
The Vatican has introduced a new collection of euro coins featuring Pope Leo XIV's image, marking a change from the previous design. This is the first time since 2014 that the Pope's image has been featured on Vatican euro coins. The new design is a departure from the previous choice.
SourcesDiocese of KontumLa Croix
- 05 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit Argentina in November 2026.
4 sources·Diocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaVatican News+1
Pope Leo XIV will visit Argentina in November 2026. The Argentine Bishops' Conference welcomes the visit as a boost to church renewal and social peace. The president of the conference, Archbishop Marcelo Daniel Colombo, expressed joy at receiving the Pope.
SourcesDiocese of Mercedes–LujánDiocese of SaltaVatican NewsReligión Digital
- 07KENYA: Pope’s Appointment is “a Profound Honor,” Kenyan Cleric after Being Named Vatican’s ConsultordiscussVaticanNew 16m ago
AMECEA
SourcesAMECEA
- 23 discussCulture2h ago
Agenzia SIR
Italy dedicates a day to remember citizens who died working abroad, recalling the 1956 Marcinelle mining tragedy. The tragedy occurred in Belgium's Bois du Cazier mine. Italy marks this event annually on August 8.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
- 24 discussCulture2h ago
Agenzia SIR
Toni Ricciardi releases a book on Italian emigration. The book is titled 'Una Repubblica fondata sull’emigrazione. Marcinelle: storia e simbolo'. It marks the 70th anniversary of the Bois du Cazier tragedy and the 80th anniversary of the Italian Republic.
SourcesAgenzia SIR
Friday, August 7
32 stories · 14 corroborated- 01 discussChurch & State9h ago
The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship.
4 sources·National Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI Prensa+1
The Catholic Legal Immigration Network criticized an executive order targeting birthright citizenship. The US Catholic bishops are reviewing and monitoring the order. CLINIC opposes the move.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaCatholic World Report
- 02 discussDioceses11h ago
A judge has permitted abuse survivors to pursue the inclusion of Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools in settling claims against the Diocese of Burlington.
3 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
A judge has permitted abuse survivors to pursue the inclusion of Vermont's Catholic parishes and schools in settling claims against the Diocese of Burlington. The Diocese of Burlington is facing a new chapter in its bankruptcy. Abuse survivors seek to add schools and parishes to the case.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 03 discussBishops11h ago
Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations.
2 sources·Catholic Outlook
Bishop Vincent and seminarians participate in City2Surf to inspire vocations. They aim to show that bishops, priests, and seminarians are ordinary men with an extraordinary call. This event promotes vocational awareness.
SourcesCatholic Outlook
- 04 discussLife & Family11h ago
Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors.
3 sources·National Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
Texas Children's Hospital will pay $10 million to resolve claims of performing illegal 'sex-rejecting' procedures on minors. The hospital will also fund a detransition clinic for five years. The payment includes $8,576,000 to the state of Texas.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
- 05 discussDioceses11h ago
The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am.
2 sources·Knisja MaltijaArchdiocese of Malta
The Archdiocese of Malta will hold a Mass and Rosary on 8th August 2026 at 9:30am. The event will include prayer for Spiritual Communion.
- 06 discussBishops11h ago
Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July.
4 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI Prensa+1
Archbishop Ronald Hicks of New York celebrated his first public Mass since undergoing eye surgery in July. He returned to St. Patrick's Cathedral to celebrate Mass for the profession of vows of the Sisters of Life.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report
- 07 discussDioceses13h ago
Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry.
5 sources·Catholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend+2
Msgr. Stephen Rossetti, removed as Archdiocese of Washington exorcist, relaunches nonprofit deliverance ministry. He remains a priest in good standing in his home Diocese of Syracuse, New York. The ministry is separate from his exorcist role.
SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 08 discussLife & Family12h ago
US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
US Attorney General Nominee Todd Blanche has committed to protecting pro-life state laws. This commitment was made during his nomination process. Recent pro-life and abortion-related news has been reported.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 09 discussChurch & State12h ago
The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche.
2 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News
The U.S. Senate passes a Russia sanctions bill and is expected to confirm Acting U.S. Attorney General Todd Blanche. A key swing vote senator offered support for the nomination.
- 10 discussBishops15h ago
Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes.
2 sources·Diocese of PetareDiocese of Machiques
Cáritas Italiana delegation visits Cáritas Venezuela to discuss humanitarian work after June 24 earthquakes. They met with CEV presidency and Cáritas Venezuela team. The team presented their humanitarian response and solidarity campaign 'Tras el temblor, el amor'.
- 11 discussVatican13h ago
Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV.
2 sources·The Catholic SunOSV News
Seoul prepares for World Youth Day 2027, expected to be attended by Pope Leo XIV. The event aims to be a celebration of hope. Preparations are in full swing.
SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV News
- 12 discussCulture14h ago
Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago.
4 sources·Catholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic Register+1
Milicianos from the Frente Popular shot a Sacred Heart of Jesus statue 90 years ago. The site was later retaken by Nationalist forces. A Mass of reparation was held after its recapture.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyACI DigitalNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 13 discussLife & Family15h ago
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail.
5 sources·Catholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend+2
Acting Attorney General Todd Blanche signaled the Trump administration's plan to restrict mifepristone shipment by mail. This was announced on a call with a Protestant Christian ministry. The administration will put practices and policies in place to stop the shipment.
SourcesCatholic ReviewThe Catholic SpiritDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun
- 14 discussDioceses12h ago
Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for soliciting a minor.
4 sources·National Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyThe Pillar+1
Deacon Kenneth Goedeke was arrested for soliciting a minor. He arranged a meeting with who he believed was a 15-year-old boy. The Archdiocese suspended him from ministry.
SourcesNational Catholic RegisterCatholic News AgencyThe PillarCatholic World Report
- 15 discussReligious Orders3h ago
Sœur Jane Wakahiu spoke at the SIGNIS congress about Catholic Sisters' contributions.
Vatican News
Sœur Jane Wakahiu spoke at the SIGNIS congress about Catholic Sisters' contributions. She shared her experience with Sisters worldwide.
SourcesVatican News
- 16 discussVatican4h ago
Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'.
Vatican News
Antonio Cardoso appears on Vatican Radio's Brazilian program with 'A Canção e a Prece'. He sings 'Amor de Pai'.
SourcesVatican News
- 29 discussCatholic Life14h ago
Catholic Review
Parishioners of St. Louis in Clarksville received the Knights of Columbus International Family of the Year award. The award recognizes their service to the church and community. They have supported the pro-life movement for decades.
SourcesCatholic Review
- 30Focolare’s Peace Initiative Reaches More Than 15,000 Children and Young People Across Eastern AfricadiscussDioceses13h ago
ACI Africa
SourcesACI Africa
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