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Vatican News · Agenzia Fides · Magyar Kurír · Conferencia Episcopal de Colombia- 02 discussChurch & StateNew2h ago
Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva.
Agenzia Fides
Argentina's President Javier Milei insulted Brazil's President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Brazil recalled its ambassador to Buenos Aires. The crisis unfolds ahead of Brazil's presidential election.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 03 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
The Catholic Church in Papua-New Guinea promotes unity across tribal divisions and engages in conflict resolution.
Vatican News
The Catholic Church in Papua-New Guinea promotes unity across tribal divisions and engages in conflict resolution. The Diocese of Bougainville celebrates 125 years of evangelization. A priest comments on the role of Christian identity in uniting the country.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussLiturgy21h ago
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation.
Agenzia Fides
African Liturgists met in Dar es Salaam to discuss liturgical inculturation. They emphasized the need for a rigorous understanding of inculturation, warning against adding elements that obscure the mystery. The congress saw 112 participants from 11 African countries.
SourcesAgenzia Fides
- 05 discussVaticanNew3h ago
Pope appoints Pintér Gábor as apostolic nuncio to Tonga.
2 sources·Vatican NewsMagyar Kurír
Pope appoints Pintér Gábor as apostolic nuncio to Tonga. He is currently nuncio to several Pacific nations. The appointment was made on August 15.
SourcesVatican NewsMagyar Kurír
- 06 discussVaticanUpdated37m ago
7 sources·Conferencia Episcopal de ColombiaVatican NewsDiocese of Casale Monferrato+3
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Saturday, August 15
55 stories · 13 corroborated- 02 discussCatholic LifeUpdated1h ago
The Europe's tallest statue of Mary was blessed on August 15 in Konotopie, Poland.
4 sources·6 reports·Vatican NewsDiocese of HallamGość Niedzielny+1
The Europe's tallest statue of Mary was blessed on August 15 in Konotopie, Poland. The 55-meter monument is meant to turn people's thoughts toward God and serve as a place of prayer. Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski led the ceremony.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamGość NiedzielnyAlfa y Omega
- 03 discussVaticanUpdated2h ago
Pope Leo XIV prayed for peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and Russia during his Angelus address.
6 sources·13 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV prayed for peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and Russia during his Angelus address. He also offered prayers for Colombia after an earthquake. The Pope invoked Mary's intercession for those in need of consolation and hope.
SourcesVatican News
- 04 discussCatholic LifeUpdated4h ago
Father Fernando Cuevas used WhatsApp to help over 1,200 people find a spouse.
3 sources·Catholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
Father Fernando Cuevas used WhatsApp to help over 1,200 people find a spouse. He used a questionnaire and important criteria to match singles. The goal was to find partners who want Christ at the center of their lives.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report
- 05 discussCatholic Life9h ago
The Diocese of Bragança Paulista proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
2 sources·Diocese of Bragança PaulistaCatholic World Report
The Diocese of Bragança Paulista proclaims the Gospel of Jesus Christ. The Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary is celebrated.
- 06 discussReligious OrdersUpdated4h ago
Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski consecrated a 55-meter statue of Our Lady of Mercy in Konotopie, Poland.
2 sources·Vatican NewsDiocese of Sisak
Bishop Krzysztof Wętkowski consecrated a 55-meter statue of Our Lady of Mercy in Konotopie, Poland. The statue is the tallest in Europe. The ceremony took place on August 15, 2026.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Sisak
- 08 discussBishopsUpdated3h ago
Archbishop José Ángel Saiz Meneses presided over a mass for the Virgen de los Reyes.
3 sources·Diocese of SevillaReligión DigitalVida Nueva
Archbishop José Ángel Saiz Meneses presided over a mass for the Virgen de los Reyes. He called on leaders to prioritize humans in decision-making. He also asked for consolation and strength for those affected by natural disasters.
- 09 discussVaticanUpdated1h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo.
9 sources·13 reports·Vatican NewsACI Stampa
Pope Leo XIV celebrated the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary in Castel Gandolfo. He reflected on the true beauty of humanity, found in love. The pope urged the faithful to reject consumerist standards in favor of love.
SourcesVatican NewsACI Stampa
- 10 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 15, 2026.
2 sources·3 reports·Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on August 15, 2026. He reflected on Mary's Assumption into heaven. The prayer was held in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
- 11 discussChurch & State7h ago
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced she will step down at the end of the month.
2 sources·Diocese of Fort Wayne-South BendOSV News
White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt announced she will step down at the end of the month. This was announced during Congress' August recess. Leavitt's departure is part of recent White House changes.
- 12 discussCatholic Life7h ago
The Catholic Church has formally proclaimed four Marian dogmas.
2 sources·Catholic News AgencyCatholic World Report
The Catholic Church has formally proclaimed four Marian dogmas. These dogmas are her immaculate conception, divine motherhood, perpetual virginity, and assumption into heaven.
- 13 discussCatholic Life8h ago
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, causing 288 deaths and 4,018 injuries.
2 sources·Vatican NewsConferencia Episcopal de Colombia
A 7.4 magnitude earthquake hit Colombia, causing 288 deaths and 4,018 injuries. Cáritas Colombia is coordinating the Church's response. Thousands are left homeless, with schools and public buildings turned into temporary shelters.
- 15 discussDiocesesNew2h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Bishop João Lavrador presided at the Solenidade da Assunção da Virgem Santa Maria in Viana do Castelo. He presented Mary as a sign of 'humanidade nova'.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 16 discussEducationNew2h ago
National Catholic Reporter
The US Supreme Court will hear oral arguments on Nov 3 in a case involving Catholic preschools and Colorado's universal preschool program. The case centers on whether Catholic schools can participate in the program. The state of Colorado is a party to the case.
SourcesNational Catholic Reporter
- 17 discussCultureNew2h ago
La Croix
Cameroun and Malawi face off in the CAN feminine final. The development of women's football in Africa has accelerated over the past decade. New investments and growing enthusiasm have driven this progress, although it remains uneven across countries.
SourcesLa Croix
- 18 discussCatholic LifeNew2h ago
CBCP News
The head of Manila's Roman Catholic Church urged Catholics to consider the faith they will leave to future generations. This occurred during San Sebastian Basilica's jubilee celebration. The cardinal's statement was made to Catholics gathered at the event.
SourcesCBCP News
- 19 discussBishopsNew2h ago
Religión Digital
Cardinal Cobo of Madrid comments on recognizing God. He references a recent eclipse and the need for 'gospel glasses'.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 21 discussCatholic LifeNew3h ago
Oblate di Nazareth
The Oblate di Nazareth is hosting an Environment and Spirituality Summit. The summit features four speakers and focuses on 'Grounded Resistance'.
SourcesOblate di Nazareth
- 24 discussCatholic LifeNew1h ago
Agência Ecclesia·Perspective
José Luís Nunes Martins reflects on the human desire to be understood. He discusses how this desire is often a sign of need for attention and affection.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 29 discussCatholic LifeNew4h ago
Abbe Léo Palm, rector of Banneux sanctuary, celebrates the Assumption.
Vatican News
Abbe Léo Palm, rector of Banneux sanctuary, celebrates the Assumption. He explains the significance of Mary's descent from heaven. The sanctuary is where the 'Vierge des Pauvres' appeared to Mariette Beco in 1933.
SourcesVatican News
- 31 discussVaticanNew5h ago
Pope appoints Angelo Accattino to Colombia and Gábor Pintér to Tonga.
Vatican News
Pope appoints Angelo Accattino to Colombia and Gábor Pintér to Tonga. Both are new apostolic nuncios.
SourcesVatican News
- 36 discussCatholic LifeNew5h ago
Thousands of people walk to Jasna Góra in Poland.
Vatican News
Thousands of people walk to Jasna Góra in Poland. The season of walking pilgrimages peaks on August 15. It's a tradition of faith and community.
SourcesVatican News
- 39 discussVatican6h ago
Pope Francis celebrated the Assumption at St. Thomas Villanova parish in Castel Gandolfo.
Vatican News
Pope Francis celebrated the Assumption at St. Thomas Villanova parish in Castel Gandolfo. He expressed joy in celebrating with the community. The event took place on August 15.
SourcesVatican News
- 43 discussVatican7h ago
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption.
Vatican News
Pope Leo XIV celebrated Holy Mass on the Solemnity of the Assumption. The mass took place on 15 August 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 44 discussVatican7h ago
Bato misáto bazuaki etúmbu ya liwa babomaki bangó.
Vatican News
Bato misáto bazuaki etúmbu ya liwa babomaki bangó. Ezali likambo ya yambo na ekóló úto mibú zómi. Úta ebándeli ya mobú, bato 22 bazuaki etúmbu ya liwa babomaki bangó.
SourcesVatican News
- 46 discussDioceses7h ago
Magyar Kurír
Pécsi Egyházmegye holds annual pilgrimage on August 15. Rosner Zsolt explains the tradition.
SourcesMagyar Kurír
- 47 discussVatican7h ago
Agência Ecclesia
Pope Leão XIV spoke on the Assunção de Maria. He emphasized love as the most beautiful human ornament. He encouraged seeking sublimity in the Mystery celebrated in others.
SourcesAgência Ecclesia
- 49 discussCatholic Life8h ago
Thousands of people participate in foot pilgrimages to Jasna Góra in Poland.
Vatican News
Thousands of people participate in foot pilgrimages to Jasna Góra in Poland. The pilgrimages are a sign of faith and community. They reach their peak on August 15.
SourcesVatican News
- 50 discussDioceses8h ago
Religión Digital
An earthquake damaged a church in Albaicín, Granada. Bishop Gil Tamayo prayed for those affected. He asked for protection from the Virgin.
SourcesReligión Digital
- 51 discussDiocesesUpdated4h ago
The Bougainville Diocese in Papua New Guinea marks 125 years of Catholic missionary presence.
2 reports·Vatican News
The Bougainville Diocese in Papua New Guinea marks 125 years of Catholic missionary presence. The celebration honors generations of missionaries, catechists, and local believers who supported the Church during war, crisis, and social change. The event takes place from August 14 to 17, 2026.
SourcesVatican News
- 55 discussReligious Orders9h ago
Father Gaetano Mazzoleni, a Consolata missionary, died on August 14, 2026, in Italy.
Vatican News
Father Gaetano Mazzoleni, a Consolata missionary, died on August 14, 2026, in Italy. He dedicated 45 years to indigenous peoples in Colombia, Ecuador, and Peru. He defended their identity, culture, and territory.
SourcesVatican News
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