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Pope Leo XIV sent condolences to the families of the victims of a ferry accident in Zimbabwe that killed over 90 people.
Pope Leo XIV sent condolences to the families of the victims of a ferry accident in Zimbabwe that killed over 90 people. He prayed for the victims, the civil authorities and rescue teams, and all those affected by the tragedy. The accident occurred on Lake Kariba, on the border between Zimbabwe and Zambia.
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Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience.
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience. He emphasized that sacred music gives voice to prayer and expresses the faith of the Church. The main purpose of sacred music is to glorify God and sanctify the faithful.
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Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience.
Pope Leo XIV spoke about the importance of sacred music in the liturgy during his general audience. He emphasized that music is an integral part of the liturgy, not just a decoration. The Pope also highlighted the value of Gregorian chant and the need for high-quality music in liturgical celebrations.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV highlighted the importance of sacred music in the liturgy, calling for the Church's musical heritage to be preserved.
Pope Leo XIV highlighted the importance of sacred music in the liturgy, calling for the Church's musical heritage to be preserved. He emphasized the role of sacred music in fostering prayer and communion among the faithful. The Pope made the remarks during his general audience at the Vatican on August 19.
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The Peru Bishops' Conference has published an official prayer for the apostolic visit of Pope Leone XIV to Peru from November 11 to 17.
The Peru Bishops' Conference has published an official prayer for the apostolic visit of Pope Leone XIV to Peru from November 11 to 17. The bishops invite the faithful to prepare spiritually to receive the Pope. The visit will take place in five cities: Lima, Callao, Pucallpa, Cusco, and Chiclayo.
SourcesVatican NewsArchdiocese of TrujilloDiocese of SaltaDiocese of Laval
Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann, 66, due to health reasons.
Pope Leo XIV accepted the resignation of Bishop Karl-Heinz Wiesemann, 66, due to health reasons. Wiesemann had been leading the Diocese of Speyer since 2008.
SourcesDOMRADIO.DEACI StampaReligión DigitalVida NuevaACI PrensaInfoVaticana
A student killed a classmate then himself in a Philippine Jesuit school shooting.
A student killed a classmate then himself in a Philippine Jesuit school shooting. This is the second fatal shooting at a Jesuit-run Ateneo university network. The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines urged the public not to circulate images of the attack.
SourcesAngelus NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaCatholic World Report
Pope Leo XIV will visit METZ. Pope Leo XIV meets with Joseph Aoun.
Pope Leo XIV will visit METZ. Pope Leo XIV meets with Joseph Aoun.
SourcesThe Catholic TelegraphDiocese of VerdunArchdiocese of San AntonioThe TabletAleteia
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development.
Pope Leo XIV has appointed 12 new consultors to the Dicastery for Promoting Integral Human Development. Three of the appointees are US-based leaders with ties to the University of Notre Dame in Indiana. The appointments were announced on August 18.
Pope Francis held a general audience on August 19, 2026, discussing the Vatican II document Sacrosanctum Concilium.
Pope Francis held a general audience on August 19, 2026, discussing the Vatican II document Sacrosanctum Concilium. He focused on the role of sacred music in the liturgy. The Pope emphasized that music is an integral part of the liturgical celebration, not just an ornament.
SourcesThe Holy See
Pope Francis held a general audience on August 19, 2026.
Pope Francis held a general audience on August 19, 2026. He spoke about the importance of music in the liturgy. The Pope emphasized that music is a necessary and integral part of the liturgy, bringing out the emotional dimension of prayer and helping to open hearts to divine grace.
SourcesThe Holy See
Pope Francis delivered a general audience on the importance of sacred music in the liturgy.
Pope Francis delivered a general audience on the importance of sacred music in the liturgy. He referenced the Constitution Sacrosanctum Concilium of the Second Vatican Council, which emphasizes the value of sacred music in the liturgy. The Pope highlighted the role of music in prayer and its connection to the liturgical action.
SourcesThe Holy See
The Diocese of Sisak announces a traditional pilgrimage to Zrin on September 6, 2026. The pilgrimage will commemorate the 83rd anniversary of the suffering of Zrinjana. The gathering of pilgrims is scheduled for 10 am at the cross under Stari.
SourcesDiocese of Sisak
Today's readings include Ezekiel 36:23-28 and Matthew 22:1-14.
Today's readings include Ezekiel 36:23-28 and Matthew 22:1-14.
SourcesVatican News
The Diocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol trained over 140 catechists and pastoral agents in protecting minors and vulnerable people. The diocese's PROTEGE commission organized several workshops on prevention practices.
SourcesDiocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol
The Diocese of Cagliari's Parrocchia dei Santi Giorgio e Caterina will host the relics of Santa Teresa di Gesù Bambino e del Volto Santo. The event is promoted in collaboration with Missio Cagliari. It will take place on August 25 and 26.
SourcesDiocese of Cagliari
The Diocese of Haarlem–Amsterdam invites catechists and pastoral workers to an inspiration day. The event will take place on October 3 in the Sint Bavokathedraal in Haarlem.
SourcesDiocese of Haarlem–Amsterdam
The Diocese of Ruteng through Caritas Diocese of Ruteng and the Health Commission of the Diocese of Ruteng, with the support of Caritas Indonesia, serves earthquake victims in Reo. The diocese provides aid to those affected by the earthquake.
SourcesDiocese of Ruteng
Diocese of Nice publishes La Minute Spi for Thursday, August 20, 2026. The reflection is based on Matthew 22, 1-14. It is led by Father Daslin NGOULOU NGOUBILI, vicar at the parish of Saint-Pierre-d'Arène.
SourcesDiocese of Nice
The Diocese of Verona offers a marriage preparation course called "Un amore da Dio". The course will start on October 18, 2026, at the Centro Domus Pacis in Legnago. It will be guided by married couples and a priest.
SourcesDiocese of Verona
Rogelio Cabado will give a concert-prayer in Vigo. The event will take place at the parish of Nuestra Señora del Rocío. It is scheduled for August 27 at 20:30.
SourcesDiocese of Tui-Vigo
Pope Leon XIV received a book about Xavier, a 29-year-old who died after living with muscular dystrophy.
Pope Leon XIV received a book about Xavier, a 29-year-old who died after living with muscular dystrophy. Elisabet Argemí, Xavier's sister, had tried to give the book to the Pope during his visit to Barcelona. The Pope asked her to tell him about the book when he stopped his car in Castel Gandolfo.
SourcesVatican News
The Diocese of Bathurst is launching Australia's first diocesan tree protection plan. The plan aims to protect trees in the diocese. The Diocese of Bathurst made the announcement.
SourcesDiocese of Bathurst
Itl Libri recommends books for summer reading. The Diocese of Milano reports on the recommendations.
SourcesDiocese of Milano
The Diocese of Ibiza celebrates its patronal feast on August 28. The feast is in honor of San Agustín de Hipona.
SourcesDiocese of Ibiza
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