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Wednesday, August 5, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 18 · Green · Africa · America · Europe · Oceania

The Church in the Philippines

What the Church in the Philippines filed in her own name. Every publisher here speaks from the Philippines; the global agencies that also report it are on the wire, and every headline leaves for the outlet that carried it.

21 stories · 8 publishers

Wednesday, August 5

1 story
  1. 01
    Spanish documentary 'Just Javier' opens in Philippines
    discussCulture9h ago
    CBCP News

    A Spanish documentary about an aristocrat who became a missionary opens in Philippine cinemas. The documentary tells the story of faith and sacrifice.

    SourcesCBCP News

Tuesday, August 4

1 story
  1. 01
    Taytay vicariate plans 2027 jubilee
    discussDioceses1d ago
    CBCP News

    The Taytay vicariate is making stewardship the theme of its 2027 silver jubilee. It urges Catholics to focus on stewardship. The jubilee is a significant event for the vicariate.

    SourcesCBCP News

Monday, August 3

4 stories · 2 corroborated
  1. 01
    Countdown to World Youth Day Seoul 2027 begins
    discussVatican1d ago

    World Youth Day Seoul 2027 will take place August 3-8, 2027, in Seoul, South Korea.

    4 sourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+1

    World Youth Day Seoul 2027 will take place August 3-8, 2027, in Seoul, South Korea. Catholics from around the world will gather alongside Pope Leo XIV. The event is one year away.

    SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic World Report

  2. 02
    Pope appeals for peace in Ceuta
    discussVatican2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV expresses concern over the situation in Ceuta, Spain, amid a major migration and humanitarian crisis.

    5 sourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+2

    Pope Leo XIV expresses concern over the situation in Ceuta, Spain, amid a major migration and humanitarian crisis. He appeals for solutions to bring peace, stability, and justice. Thousands have crossed the border from Morocco, overwhelming the city's capacity.

    SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterRome ReportsCatholic World Report

  3. 03
    Catholic educators comment on Pax Silica
    discussEducation2d ago
    CBCP News

    Catholic educators say Pax Silica project must earn public trust. The country's largest network of Catholic schools commented on public concerns.

    SourcesCBCP News

  4. 04
    Cebu Archbishop Urges Flood Mitigation
    discussBishops2d ago
    CBCP News

    Cebu's Catholic archbishop urges government leaders to pursue long-term flood mitigation. He suggests moving away from temporary fixes. The archbishop's statement aims at finding a lasting solution.

    SourcesCBCP News

Sunday, August 2

6 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV prays for city evangelization
    discussVatican2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for August is for evangelization in the city.

    6 sourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+3

    Pope Leo XIV's prayer intention for August is for evangelization in the city. He urges Catholics to join him in praying for the courage to recognize Jesus in cities and bring the Gospel to urban areas. The Pope released a video and original prayer for this intention.

    SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI AfricaCathNews AustraliaCatholic World Report

  2. 02
    Little Sisters of Jesus mark 50 years in Philippines
    discussReligious Orders2d ago
    CBCP News

    The Little Sisters of Jesus are celebrating 50 years of living and working with poor communities in the Philippines. They minister to farmers, factory workers, migrants, and marginalized groups. The sisters mark a quiet ministry milestone.

    SourcesCBCP News

  3. 03
    Kapag Ibinigay Mo, Pinararami ng Diyos
    discussCatholic Life3d ago
    CBCP News

    SourcesCBCP News

  4. 04
    Cebu Archbishop Praises Alex Eala
    discussBishops3d ago
    CBCP News

    A Cebu archbishop urges young Filipinos to value character. He points to tennis player Alex Eala as a role model. The archbishop emphasizes character over trophies and fame.

    SourcesCBCP News

  5. 05
    Filipino friar reflects on St. Francis
    discussReligious Orders3d ago
    CBCP News

    A Filipino friar comments on St. Francis of Assisi's example. Franciscans mark 800 years since his death. The friar says St. Francis still speaks to a divided nation.

    SourcesCBCP News

  6. 06
    Seoul World Youth Day song to be released
    discussCatholic Life3d ago
    CBCP News

    The official song for World Youth Day in Seoul, South Korea, will be released on August 3. The event is scheduled to take place in 2027. Organizers have announced the release date.

    SourcesCBCP News

Saturday, August 1

2 stories
  1. 01
    Cardinal Quevedo Honored
    discussBishops4d ago
    CBCP News

    Cardinal Orlando Quevedo receives an honorary Doctor of Humanities degree from San Beda University. He is the first cardinal from Mindanao. The degree was conferred on July 30.

    SourcesCBCP News

  2. 02
    Church raises concerns over Pax Silica hub
    discussChurch & State4d ago
    CBCP News

    The Catholic Church's social action arm raises concerns over Pax Silica hub. CBCP News reports this. The Church's social action arm is against a Pax Silica hub.

    SourcesCBCP News

Friday, July 31

5 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope issues new constitution
    discussVatican4d ago

    Pope Leo XIV has promulgated a new constitution for Vatican City State.

    6 sourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+3

    Pope Leo XIV has promulgated a new constitution for Vatican City State. The new Fundamental Law of Vatican City State was published on July 31. It allows non-cardinals to serve as president of the governing body.

    SourcesCBCP NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI AfricaCatholic World ReportThe Pillar

  2. 02
    Caritas PH Challenges Marcos’ Nuclear Energy Push
    discussChurch & State5d ago
    CBCP News

    Caritas PH says nuclear power won't solve the country's electricity crisis. The Catholic Church's social justice arm pushes back against President Ferdinand Marcos Jr.'s nuclear energy push.

    SourcesCBCP News

  3. 03
    Military diocese marks 40 years
    discussDioceses5d ago
    CBCP News

    The Military Ordinariate of the Philippines marks 40 years. It renews call to serve troops.

    SourcesCBCP News

  4. 04
    Cardinal presses PH gov’t for transparency
    discussChurch & State5d ago
    CBCP News

    A Catholic cardinal presses the Philippine government for transparency in a US-led tech pact. The Philippine government is involved in the pact. The Catholic Church is also involved.

    SourcesCBCP News

  5. 05
    Gretchen Ho to speak at Jewels Conference
    discussCatholic Life5d ago
    CBCP News

    Gretchen Ho will speak at the Jewels Conference. The conference will be held in Makati. Gretchen Ho is a journalist, host and athlete.

    SourcesCBCP News

Thursday, July 30

1 story
  1. 01
    Filipino-born bishop installed in Australia
    discussBishops6d ago
    CBCP News

    A Filipino-born Catholic bishop was installed to lead Australia's Diocese of Sandhurst. The bishop called in his first address.

    SourcesCBCP News

Wednesday, July 29

1 story
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV: Use AI prudently because it can project ‘an unreal world’
    discussVatican6d ago
    CBCP News

    SourcesCBCP News

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