Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026. He will stop in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The trip includes a visit to the UNESCO headquarters.
SourcesVatican NewsCanção Nova
Friday, August 7, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · updated 1m · Español · Italiano
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Vatican News · Canção Nova · Agenzia Fides · ACI Stampa- 01 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25 to 28, 2026.
2 sources·Vatican NewsCanção Nova
- 02 discussBishops16h ago
Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa Mendieta of Panama preached the Novena in honor of Our Lady of the Kings in Seville's Cathedral.
Agenzia Fides
Archbishop José Domingo Ulloa Mendieta of Panama preached the Novena in honor of Our Lady of the Kings in Seville's Cathedral. The event highlights the spiritual bonds between the Churches in Panama and Seville. The visit coincides with the centenary celebrations of the Archdiocese of Panama.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussLife & FamilyNew 1h ago
Ebola outbreak in Ituri, Congo, kills 330 children.
Vatican News
Ebola outbreak in Ituri, Congo, kills 330 children. Thousands of children and women lack access to vaccination and healthcare.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussChurch & State22h ago
Nigeria's Presidency seeks to ease tensions with the Catholic Church after Cardinal John Olorunfemi Onaiyekan's statements.
Agenzia Fides
Nigeria's Presidency seeks to ease tensions with the Catholic Church after Cardinal John Olorunfemi Onaiyekan's statements. Cardinal Onaiyekan said President Bola Tinubu's team does not provide an accurate picture of the country's reality. The Presidency tries to defuse tensions with a statement.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo XIV's apostolic visit to France from September 25-28 includes stops in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz.
3 sources·Vatican NewsACI StampaAgência Ecclesia
Pope Leo XIV's apostolic visit to France from September 25-28 includes stops in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. He will meet with victims of abuse and participate in various events, including a visit to the UNESCO headquarters and a meeting with the European community. The Pope will also celebrate Mass and lead prayers at several locations.
- 06 discussVatican22h ago
The International Secretariat of the Pontifical Missionary Union offers a Vietnamese-language online course on Pope Leo XIV's Message for World Mission Sunday.
Agenzia Fides
The International Secretariat of the Pontifical Missionary Union offers a Vietnamese-language online course on Pope Leo XIV's Message for World Mission Sunday. The course consists of three sessions, starting on August 8. It is intended for Vietnamese Catholics worldwide, especially those in Europe and the Americas.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
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- America The Catholic Register · The Catholic Sun · National Catholic Register
- Asia Eparchy of Adiabene · Archeparchy of Arbil, Erbil · LiCAS News
- Europe La Croix · Aleteia · Religión Digital
- Oceania The Catholic Leader · The Southern Cross · Archdiocese of Mount Hagen
Friday, August 7
44 stories · 14 corroborated- 01 discussVaticanNew 33m ago
León XIV will meet with victims of abuse during his visit to France from September 25 to 28.
6 sources·La CroixAleteiaReligión Digital+3
León XIV will meet with victims of abuse during his visit to France from September 25 to 28. The Vatican has released the official program for the trip, which includes a private meeting with victims. The visit will include stops in Paris, Lourdes, and Metz.
SourcesLa CroixAleteiaReligión DigitalAlfa y OmegaVida NuevaInfoVaticana
- 02 discussVaticanNew 30m ago
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25-28, 2026.
3 sources·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will visit France from September 25-28, 2026. He will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The motto of the trip is 'Aby svet mal život'.
SourcesVatican News
- 03 discussEducation2h ago
The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) holds its first continental conference on Catholic education in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.
2 sources·SECAMVatican News
The Symposium of Episcopal Conferences of Africa and Madagascar (SECAM) holds its first continental conference on Catholic education in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. The conference aims to define a common vision for the future of Catholic teaching in Africa. Over 100 Catholic education stakeholders attend.
SourcesSECAMVatican News
- 04 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Pope Leo will meet with authorities, clergy, and victims of clerical abuse in France.
2 sources·La CroixCatholic News Agency
Pope Leo will meet with authorities, clergy, and victims of clerical abuse in France. He will celebrate three public masses. Registration for celebrations opens August 10.
SourcesLa CroixCatholic News Agency
- 05 discussCatholic LifeNew 1h ago
A Peruvian researcher discusses the history of Catholicism among the Incas.
2 sources·National Catholic RegisterCatholic News Agency
A Peruvian researcher discusses the history of Catholicism among the Incas. The author of 'The Catholic Incas' claims this history is not taught. The researcher argues against the idea that the Catholic faith was imposed on the Incas.
- 06 discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
The Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil is hosting a Vocation Camp.
2 sources·Eparchy of AdiabeneArcheparchy of Arbil, Erbil
The Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil is hosting a Vocation Camp. Fr. San is involved in the camp.
- 07 discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
Fr. San invites to Vocation Camp from August 12-14 in Ankawa.
2 sources·Eparchy of AdiabeneArcheparchy of Arbil, Erbil
Fr. San invites to Vocation Camp from August 12-14 in Ankawa. The camp is for those interested in their vocation.
- 08 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi for the European Franciscan youth meeting GO!
3 sources·Církev.czVatican NewsKatholiek Nieuwsblad
Pope Leo XIV visited Assisi for the European Franciscan youth meeting GO! 2026. He encouraged young people to become 'new saints'. The visit left a deep impression on participants and the local community.
- 10 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico and met with representatives of the National Dialogue for Peace.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Hallam
Cardinal Pietro Parolin visited Mexico and met with representatives of the National Dialogue for Peace. He emphasized that peace begins with empathy for the suffering of others and requires daily commitment. The initiative gives hope to regions affected by violence and has the support of the Holy See.
- 11 discussVaticanNew 41m ago
Pope Leo XIV will make a 4-day apostolic visit to France from September 25-28.
2 sources·Vatican NewsRome Reports
Pope Leo XIV will make a 4-day apostolic visit to France from September 25-28. He will visit Paris, Lourdes, and Metz. The motto of his visit is 'So that the world may have life'.
SourcesVatican NewsRome Reports
- 12 discussReligious OrdersNew 1h ago
Fr. Antoine, Assistant Director of the Patriarchal Seminary, discusses vocation.
2 sources·Eparchy of AdiabeneArcheparchy of Arbil, Erbil·Perspective
Fr. Antoine, Assistant Director of the Patriarchal Seminary, discusses vocation. He is interviewed by Chaldean Archdiocese Of Erbil.
- 13 discussVaticanNew 1h ago
The next World Youth Day will be held in Seoul in August 2027.
4 sources·Focolare MovementVatican NewsDiocese of Kontum+1
The next World Youth Day will be held in Seoul in August 2027. Preparations are underway, with the official anthem released and a campaign for creation care launched. The event is expected to draw a large crowd.
SourcesFocolare MovementVatican NewsDiocese of KontumMagyar Kurír
- 14 discussLiturgy3h ago
The Dioceses of Nîmes and Hallam celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
2 sources·Diocese of HallamDiocese of Nîmes
The Dioceses of Nîmes and Hallam celebrate the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. Masses are held in Cabrières and Marguerittes. The feast day commemorates Mary's assumption into glory.
- 22 discussVatican2h ago
Vatican introduces new euro coin collection marking Pope Leo XIV's papacy.
Vatican News
Vatican introduces new euro coin collection marking Pope Leo XIV's papacy. This is the first time since 2014 a pope's portrait appears on Vatican coins.
SourcesVatican News
- 24 discussVatican2h ago
Cardinal Tagle gave a homily on the Feast of the Transfiguration.
Vatican News
Cardinal Tagle gave a homily on the Feast of the Transfiguration. He mentioned the anniversary of the atomic bomb on Hiroshima. He questioned if war is truly over.
SourcesVatican News
- 26 discussVatican2h ago
A project to empower women leaders in Africa through digital technology has been launched.
Vatican News
A project to empower women leaders in Africa through digital technology has been launched. The initiative involves 50 Catholic focal points in Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, Malawi, and Ghana. The project is rooted in human dignity, solidarity, and the call to use technology for the service of people.
SourcesVatican News
- 27 discussVatican2h ago
Pope Leon XIV will visit Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes, and Metz during a 4-day apostolic visit to France.
Vatican News
Pope Leon XIV will visit Paris, Saint-Denis, Lourdes, and Metz during a 4-day apostolic visit to France. The Vatican Press Office has published the program of the papal trip.
SourcesVatican News
- 29 discussCatholic Life2h ago
Bakristu and Confucius followers held a joint seminar at Sogang Catholic University in Seoul.
Vatican News
Bakristu and Confucius followers held a joint seminar at Sogang Catholic University in Seoul. They discussed ways to promote mutual understanding and respect.
SourcesVatican News
- 32 discussVatican3h ago
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate masses in Castel Gandolfo in August.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate masses in Castel Gandolfo in August. He will attend a mass on August 15 and a Eucharistic celebration on August 29. The local community is preparing for his visit.
SourcesVatican News
- 36 discussCulture4h ago
Francesco Guccini, a renowned Italian singer-songwriter and writer, has passed away.
Vatican News
Francesco Guccini, a renowned Italian singer-songwriter and writer, has passed away. He wrote the song 'Dio è morto' and expressed the experience of several Italian generations. Guccini was 86 years old.
SourcesVatican News
- 43 discussCatholic Life4h ago
Pater Antonius Sohler is a priest in Narvik, Norway.
Vatican News·Perspective
Pater Antonius Sohler is a priest in Narvik, Norway. He serves a community of around 500 members. He discusses challenges and opportunities.
SourcesVatican News
Thursday, August 6
13 stories · 2 corroborated- 01 discussCatholic Life8h ago
Vincenzo Tamma discusses how quantum mechanics reveals the intelligibility of nature and points to the Creator.
2 sources·Diocese of KontumThe Catholic Thing
Vincenzo Tamma discusses how quantum mechanics reveals the intelligibility of nature and points to the Creator. He explains the connection between quantum physics and God's creation. Tamma is a Catholic physicist and professor.
- 02 discussBishops11h ago
11 sources·Archdiocese of Mount HagenArchdiocese of Port MoresbyDiocese of Lae+3
- 03 discussVatican5h ago
Bp. Enrique Angelelli of La Rioja died 50 years ago.
Vatican News
Bp. Enrique Angelelli of La Rioja died 50 years ago. He was beatified in 2019. Pope mentions him in Magnifica humanitas. Angelelli was known for advocating for the poor and denouncing regime violence.
SourcesVatican News
- 06 discussReligious Orders6h ago
Società delle Missioni Africane
The Società Missioni Africane marked the 200th anniversary of Father Augustin Joseph Planque's birth. Missionaries gathered in his birth village of Chemy. The event commemorated his legacy.
- 13 discussBishops5h 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 16:24-28.
SourcesVatican News
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