Europe's tallest Mary statue was blessed in Konotopie, Poland. The 55-meter monument aims to direct people's thoughts to God. Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski led the ceremony.
SourcesVatican News
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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · L'Osservatore Romano · Diocese of Saginaw- 01 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Europe's tallest Mary statue was blessed in Konotopie, Poland.
Vatican News
- 02 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
The Archdiocese of Gwangju prepares for World Youth Day 2027 with a two-day event at Gwangju Catholic University.
Agenzia Fides
The Archdiocese of Gwangju prepares for World Youth Day 2027 with a two-day event at Gwangju Catholic University. The event included catechetical sessions, prayers, and activities. Father Vincenzo Segil Son presented the Church's social doctrine to the young people. The Diocesan Organizing Committee organized the event to help young people become "MAJI – Welcoming Bearers" for WYD 2027.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussLiturgyUpdated5h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass at the parish church in Castel Gandolfo on the feast of the Assumption.
7 sources·L'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of SaginawRome Reports+3
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass at the parish church in Castel Gandolfo on the feast of the Assumption. He said that true beauty is found in enduring love, which 'ennobles and lifts us up.'
SourcesL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of SaginawRome ReportsThe Catholic RegisterThe TabletCatholic Star Herald
- 06 discussReligious OrdersNew2h ago
The Apostolic Vicariate of Iquitos issued an urgent appeal to stop illegal mining in the Nanay River basin.
Agenzia Fides
The Apostolic Vicariate of Iquitos issued an urgent appeal to stop illegal mining in the Nanay River basin. The mining affects the drinking water of over half a million people. Deforestation is also advancing along the Nanay riverbanks.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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Monday, August 17
55 stories · 17 corroborated- 01 discussEducationNew1h ago
John DeJak, director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Secretariat of Catholic Education, reflects on the Catholic school landscape as the new school year begins.
4 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunThe Leaven+1
John DeJak, director of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Secretariat of Catholic Education, reflects on the Catholic school landscape as the new school year begins. He provides an overview of Catholic education in America. The USCCB's education director discusses current trends in U.S. Catholic education.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunThe LeavenOSV News
- 02 discussVaticanNew1h ago
The Argentine government prepares for the visit of Pope León XIV.
2 sources·Diocese of SaltaReligión Digital
The Argentine government prepares for the visit of Pope León XIV. The Pope will arrive on November 8. The government and the Church are working together.
- 03 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Bishop Stanislas Lalanne, emeritus bishop of Pontoise, died suddenly.
4 sources·Église catholique en FranceVatican NewsLa Croix+1
Bishop Stanislas Lalanne, emeritus bishop of Pontoise, died suddenly. He was 78 years old. Lalanne previously served as secretary general of the French Bishops' Conference.
SourcesÉglise catholique en FranceVatican NewsLa CroixAleteia
- 04 discussVaticanNew1h ago
The Vatican City State Mint has issued a new set of coins to mark Pope Leo XIV's pontificate and the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi.
2 sources·The Catholic RegisterThe Monitor
The Vatican City State Mint has issued a new set of coins to mark Pope Leo XIV's pontificate and the Jubilee Year of St. Francis of Assisi. The coins feature the face and coat of arms of Pope Leo XIV. The new set is the inaugural euro coin set of Pope Leo's pontificate.
- 05 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Bishop Stanislas Lalanne, emeritus bishop of Pontoise, died suddenly on August 17.
2 sources·Diocese of VersaillesDiocese of Pontoise
Bishop Stanislas Lalanne, emeritus bishop of Pontoise, died suddenly on August 17. He was 79 years old. Funeral details will be announced later.
- 06 discussReligious OrdersNew1h ago
Sister Vicky Larson, LCWR president, spoke at the 70th anniversary assembly in Orlando, Fla.
2 sources·The Texas CatholicThe Monitor
Sister Vicky Larson, LCWR president, spoke at the 70th anniversary assembly in Orlando, Fla. She emphasized the need for harmony among different congregations. Her term as president ended at the assembly's close.
- 07 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Father Ricardo Bello Mato reflects on heaven and his years as a priest.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register
Father Ricardo Bello Mato reflects on heaven and his years as a priest. He recently turned 100.
- 08 discussReligious FreedomNew54m ago
Ten Catholics were released from jail after 104 days.
4 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic Star Herald+1
Ten Catholics were released from jail after 104 days. They were arrested for chasing Hindu activists from a village church. The Rajasthan High Court granted bail.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic Star HeraldCatholic World Report
- 09 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden of Ende in Indonesia speaks to Vatican News about ongoing earthquake relief efforts.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Archbishop Paulus Budi Kleden of Ende in Indonesia speaks to Vatican News about ongoing earthquake relief efforts. He asks for prayers as the people begin their journey toward healing and recovery. Bonds of faith and solidarity unite the people.
- 10 discussCatholic LifeUpdated52m ago
A new film, 'American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story', tells the story of Blessed Stanley Rother, a priest from Oklahoma who was martyred in Guatemala in 1981.
4 sources·Catholic ReviewCatholic News AgencyCatholic Star Herald+1
A new film, 'American Martyr: The Stanley Rother Story', tells the story of Blessed Stanley Rother, a priest from Oklahoma who was martyred in Guatemala in 1981. The film is narrated by Martin Sheen and directed by Derek Watson. It will be shown in theaters on Aug. 25-26 in English and on Aug. 27 in Spanish.
SourcesCatholic ReviewCatholic News AgencyCatholic Star HeraldOSV News
- 11 discussBishopsNew4h ago
Three Slovak bishops met pilgrims at the top of Calvary hill in Nitra.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Three Slovak bishops met pilgrims at the top of Calvary hill in Nitra. Pilgrims have climbed the hill since 1766. This year marks the 250th Nitra pilgrimage.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 12 discussBishopsUpdated2h ago
The Nicaraguan government has released a video of Bishop Abelardo Mata, who has been missing for more than 40 days.
3 sources·Catholic Star HeraldACI DigitalZENIT News Agency
The Nicaraguan government has released a video of Bishop Abelardo Mata, who has been missing for more than 40 days. The video shows the 80-year-old bishop emeritus of Estelí conversing, but the recording date is unknown. The bishop's whereabouts have been unknown since late June.
- 13 discussDiocesesUpdated4h ago
Bishop Gregory Parkes announces clergy changes in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg.
3 sources·Diocese of ClogherDiocese of Saint PetersburgArchdiocese of Newark
Bishop Gregory Parkes announces clergy changes in the Diocese of Saint Petersburg. Reverend Michael Long Vu, S.V.D., is appointed Parochial Vicar of St. Catherine of Siena Parish. The changes are effective September 1, 2026.
SourcesDiocese of ClogherDiocese of Saint PetersburgArchdiocese of Newark
- 14 discussCultureUpdated4h ago
Jan Frycz, a renowned actor, has died.
2 sources·NiedzielaGość Niedzielny
Jan Frycz, a renowned actor, has died. He was 72 years old. The news was announced by the National Theatre in Warsaw.
SourcesNiedzielaGość Niedzielny
- 15 discussVatican7h ago
Pope Leo XIV expresses hope that the Mediterranean Games in southern Italy will promote sport as a 'prophecy of peace and fraternity'.
4 sources·6 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamCanção Nova+1
Pope Leo XIV expresses hope that the Mediterranean Games in southern Italy will promote sport as a 'prophecy of peace and fraternity'. The event will feature Athletica Vaticana with four athletes in three disciplines. The Games will open with a Holy Mass and the lighting of the Olympic flame.
- 16 discussChurch & StateUpdated4h ago
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine.
3 sources·10 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. The Holy See has long supported this solution as the only path to a just and lasting peace. Pope Leo XIV made the appeal at the Angelus in Castel Gandolfo on August 16.
SourcesVatican News
- 17 discussVatican7h ago
Pope Leo XIV presided over a Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Castel Gandolfo.
2 sources·Vatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano
Pope Leo XIV presided over a Mass for the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary at Castel Gandolfo. He spoke about the importance of faith and humility. The Mass was held at the pontifical parish of San Tommaso da Villanova.
- 18 discussEducationNew55m ago
CatholicPhilly
Dr. Allison Vinci has been appointed principal of Archbishop Carroll High School. Vinci has served in academic and leadership roles at the school for over 20 years.
SourcesCatholicPhilly
- 33 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Jean- Charles Agnikoi Bitty uses cinema to evangelize.
Vatican News
Jean- Charles Agnikoi Bitty uses cinema to evangelize. He aims to transform cinema into a pastoral instrument. He supports the African Catholic Church.
SourcesVatican News
- 48 discussBishopsNew5h ago
Aid to the Church in Need
A group of religious sisters in Mozambique were attacked. The president of the Bishops' Conference of Mozambique denounced an 'exponential rise' in criminality. This is not the first attack on a religious home in the country.
SourcesAid to the Church in Need
- 51 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV appeals for a two-state solution for Israel and Palestine. The Vatican supports this solution for a just and lasting peace. The Pope made this appeal during the Angelus on August 16.
SourcesVatican News
- 52 discussCatholic Life6h ago
The Catholic Spirit
The Jubilee Family Shrine at Schoenstatt on the Lake in Sleepy Eye celebrates its 50th anniversary. Events are planned for September 18-20.
SourcesThe Catholic Spirit
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