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Catholic news for Monday, August 31

Ordinary Time, Week 22 · Green

Monday, August 31

34 stories · 26 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV sends aid to Nepal
    discussVatican1d ago

    Pope Leo XIV has sent financial aid to Nepal through the Dicastery for Charitable Service.

    32 sources58 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV has sent financial aid to Nepal through the Dicastery for Charitable Service. The aid will support the work of Caritas Nepal in providing emergency assistance to those affected by the floods. The Pope has also expressed his sorrow and offered prayers for the victims of the floods.

    SourcesVatican News

  2. 02
    Pope Leo XIV prays Angelus
    discussVatican1d ago

    Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus with the faithful and pilgrims gathered in front of the Apostolic Palace of the Pontifical Villas in Castel Gandolfo.

    26 sources46 reportsThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

    Pope Leo XIV prayed the Angelus with the faithful and pilgrims gathered in front of the Apostolic Palace of the Pontifical Villas in Castel Gandolfo. He reflected on the Gospel of the day, which tells of Jesus revealing to his disciples the Mystery of his impending Passion. The Pope noted that Peter's reaction to this news was one of disagreement and rebuke, but also of sincere love. The Pope encouraged the faithful to approach God with humility and honesty, even in times of confusion or doubt.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeHoly See Press Office

  3. 03
    Pope entrusts wounded children to Mary
    discussBishops2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV arrived by boat at the beach on Lake Albano, where a Marian procession had come to an end.

    6 sources14 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV arrived by boat at the beach on Lake Albano, where a Marian procession had come to an end. He joined the faithful gathered on the shore and led them in prayer to the Virgin Mary, entrusting wounded children to her care. The Pope travelled aboard the Falco, decorated with yellow and white flowers.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  4. 04
    Pope Leo XIV promotes liturgical reform
    discussLiturgy2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV reflected on the Second Vatican Council's decision to promote liturgical reform.

    23 sources31 reportsVatican NewsAgenzia SIRDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV reflected on the Second Vatican Council's decision to promote liturgical reform. He emphasized that liturgy is not just a ritual, but a language for dialogue with God and a source of divine life. The Pope encouraged active participation in liturgy, saying it leads to a deeper relationship with God.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgenzia SIRDiocese of Hallam

  5. 05
    Pope Leo XIV sends financial aid to Nepal
    discussChurch & State1d ago

    Pope Leo XIV has sent financial aid to Caritas Nepal to help those affected by the recent floods in Nepal.

    15 sources35 reportsVatican News

    Pope Leo XIV has sent financial aid to Caritas Nepal to help those affected by the recent floods in Nepal. The aid is intended to provide basic necessities and shelter to those who have lost their homes. The floods have resulted in over 630 deaths and nearly 3,000 people missing.

    SourcesVatican News

  6. 06
    Pope Leo XIV appeals for Haiti hostage release
    discussVatican2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV called for the release of hostages in Haiti and prayed for victims of floods in Nepal and Tibet.

    13 sources18 reportsVatican NewsCBCP News

    Pope Leo XIV called for the release of hostages in Haiti and prayed for victims of floods in Nepal and Tibet. He expressed his spiritual closeness to the victims and their families. The pope also appealed to authorities to protect the population from violence.

    SourcesVatican NewsCBCP News

  7. 07
    Bishop Zaidan calls for aid to Nepal
    discussChurch & State1d ago

    Bishop A. Elias Zaidan calls on the international community to provide greater humanitarian assistance to Nepal after devastating floods.

    11 sourcesUSCCB NewsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam+3

    Bishop A. Elias Zaidan calls on the international community to provide greater humanitarian assistance to Nepal after devastating floods. Over 580 people have been killed and more than 1,900 are still missing. Catholic agencies are responding to the disaster.

    SourcesUSCCB NewsVatican NewsDiocese of HallamThe Catholic WeeklyCatholic New YorkOSV News

  8. 08
    Diocese of Orléans publishes letter
    discussDioceses1d ago
    11 sources12 reportsDiocese of NapoliEparchy of Pittsburgh (Ruthenian)Archdiocese of Avignon+3

    SourcesDiocese of NapoliEparchy of Pittsburgh (Ruthenian)Archdiocese of AvignonDiocese of RijekaDiocese of Beograd–SmederevoVatican News

  9. 09
    Bishop Bambera endorses Amy-Jill Levine's appointment
    discussBishops1d ago

    Bishop Joseph C. Bambera endorsed Amy-Jill Levine's appointment as president of the Catholic Biblical Association of America amid antisemitic backlash.

    9 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCruxCatholic Star Herald+3

    Bishop Joseph C. Bambera endorsed Amy-Jill Levine's appointment as president of the Catholic Biblical Association of America amid antisemitic backlash. Levine is the first Jewish person to hold the position. The Catholic Biblical Association of America also endorsed her appointment.

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCruxCatholic Star HeraldNational Catholic ReporterReligion News ServiceThe Catholic Sun

  10. 10
    Anna Medeossi becomes first woman rector of shrine
    discussChurch & State2d ago

    Anna Medeossi has been entrusted with the care of Notre-Dame de Santa Cruz in Oran, Algeria.

    9 sources22 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of São José dos Campos

    Anna Medeossi has been entrusted with the care of Notre-Dame de Santa Cruz in Oran, Algeria. She is the first woman to hold this position. Medeossi spoke about her story of encounter, faith, and listening at the Rimini Meeting.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of São José dos Campos

  11. 11
    Pope Leo XIV visits Metz
    discussBishops1d ago

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Metz, a French border city, on September 28.

    8 sources18 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

    Pope Leo XIV will visit Metz, a French border city, on September 28. The city is preparing to welcome the Pope during his Apostolic Journey to France. Archbishop Philippe Ballot speaks to Vatican News about the Pope's visit.

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of Hallam

  12. 12
    Pope Leo XIV condemns Haiti massacre
    discussChurch & State2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV condemned the massacre in Haiti that killed 47 people and injured 22.

    8 sourcesVatican NewsAgência EcclesiaAlfa y Omega+3

    Pope Leo XIV condemned the massacre in Haiti that killed 47 people and injured 22. He also prayed for the victims of the flooding in Nepal and Tibet. The Pope called for the release of hostages taken in the massacre.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgência EcclesiaAlfa y OmegaAleteiaDOMRADIO.DECathNews Australia

  13. 13
    Meta pays $18 billion in child safety settlement
    discussLife & Family1d ago
    7 sourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic ReviewAngelus News+3

    SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic ReviewAngelus NewsLa CroixOSV NewsThe Catholic Sun

  14. 14
    Gallagher celebrates mass for peace in Moscow
    discussVatican2d ago

    Arcibiskup Paul Richard Gallagher, tajemník pro vztahy se státy a mezinárodními organizacemi, celebroval v Moskvě mši za mír. Vyzdvihl roli humanitární pomoci a vytrvalé svědectví víry…

    6 sources7 reportsVatican NewsCírkev.czLa Croix+2

    Arcibiskup Paul Richard Gallagher, tajemník pro vztahy se státy a mezinárodními organizacemi, celebroval v Moskvě mši za mír. Vyzdvihl roli humanitární pomoci a vytrvalé svědectví víry místní katolické komunity. Svatý stolec chce přispívat k hledání cesty k ukončení války na Ukrajině.

    SourcesVatican NewsCírkev.czLa CroixVida NuevaReligión Digital

  15. 15
    Pope Leo XIV prays for peace
    discussVatican2d ago
    5 sources7 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of SkopjeNiedziela+1

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of SkopjeNiedzielaDeon

  16. 16
    Sant'Egidio gathers 1,000 youths for peace in Budapest
    discussCatholic Life2d ago

    Sant'Egidio gathers 1,000 youths from 14 countries in Budapest for peace.

    5 sources9 reportsVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano

    Sant'Egidio gathers 1,000 youths from 14 countries in Budapest for peace. 150 Ukrainians attend. Massimiliano Signifredi says listen to their voices.

    SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano

  17. 17
    Pope Leo XIV may name first cardinals
    discussVatican2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV may announce the creation of new cardinals in February 2027.

    5 sourcesNational Catholic RegisterACI DigitalACI Prensa+2

    Pope Leo XIV may announce the creation of new cardinals in February 2027. The first cardinals of his pontificate will show the direction of his papacy.

    SourcesNational Catholic RegisterACI DigitalACI PrensaInfoCatólicaMessainlatino.it

  18. 18
    Pope Leo XIV entrusts war-torn nations to Mary
    discussVatican2d ago
    4 sources8 reportsVatican NewsCírkev.cz

    SourcesVatican NewsCírkev.cz

  19. 19
    Pope Leo XIV presides over Marian procession on Lake Albano
    discussVatican2d ago

    Pope Leo XIV presided over a Marian procession on Lake Albano, becoming the first Pope to navigate the lake by boat.

    4 sourcesAgenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore Romano+1

    Pope Leo XIV presided over a Marian procession on Lake Albano, becoming the first Pope to navigate the lake by boat. The procession was part of a celebration at Castel Gandolfo. In his homily, the Pope emphasized the importance of love and non-violence.

    SourcesAgenzia SIRVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoACI Stampa

  20. 20
    Bishop Rhoades preaches at St. Pius X Church in Granger
    discussCatholic Life2d ago

    Bishop Rhoades preaches at a Mass for Catholic Charities at St. Pius X Church in Granger.

    4 sourcesArchdiocese of BaltimoreDiocese of AsunciónDiocese of Faenza–Modigliana+1

    Bishop Rhoades preaches at a Mass for Catholic Charities at St. Pius X Church in Granger. He talks about how the organization helps to spread the fire of God's love to communities. The Mass is for the Memorial of St. Monica.

    SourcesArchdiocese of BaltimoreDiocese of AsunciónDiocese of Faenza–ModiglianaDiocese of Fort Wayne-South Bend

  21. 21
    Pope Leo XIV presides over Mass in Castel Gandolfo
    discussVatican2d ago
    4 sources5 reportsVatican NewsDiocese of São José dos CamposACI Prensa+1

    SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of São José dos CamposACI PrensaTK KBS

  22. 22
    Church aids Nepal flood victims
    discussChurch & State1d ago

    The Church in Nepal and Caritas Nepal are supporting victims of floods in northern Nepal and the Himalayas.

    4 sources5 reportsCatholicPhillyVatican NewsDiocese of Ðà Nang+1

    The Church in Nepal and Caritas Nepal are supporting victims of floods in northern Nepal and the Himalayas. The floods have caused severe damage and affected many people. The Church is providing aid and support to those affected.

    SourcesCatholicPhillyVatican NewsDiocese of Ðà NangArchdiocese of Huê

  23. 23
    Colombian president ordered to apologize for religious expressions
    discussChurch & State2d ago
    4 sourcesACI PrensaACI DigitalDeon+1

    SourcesACI PrensaACI DigitalDeonInfoCatólica

  24. 24
    Order of Malta in Poland invites Polish Americans to inscribe ancestors' names on Kraków church wall
    discussCatholic Life1d ago

    The Order of Malta in Poland invites Polish Americans to inscribe their ancestors' names on a wall in a Kraków church for $1,000.

    4 sourcesThe Catholic SunOSV NewsCatholic New York+1

    The Order of Malta in Poland invites Polish Americans to inscribe their ancestors' names on a wall in a Kraków church for $1,000. The names will serve as a memory and charity. The church has a center for children with disabilities.

    SourcesThe Catholic SunOSV NewsCatholic New YorkThe Monitor

  25. 25
    Caritas runs community kitchens, sources body bags as Nepal flood toll reaches 919
    discussCatholic Life2d ago

    Caritas runs community kitchens and sources body bags in Nepal after a flood.

    4 sourcesLiCAS NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic Register+1

    Caritas runs community kitchens and sources body bags in Nepal after a flood. The official death toll is 919. A second emergency, winter, is approaching.

    SourcesLiCAS NewsCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic Star Herald

  26. 26
    Pope names Jean Abou Charouche Apostolic Exarch for Melkite Greek Catholics in Argentina
    discussBishops1d ago
    3 sourcesHoly See Press OfficeACI PrensaVida Nueva

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeACI PrensaVida Nueva

  27. 27
    Quelle « communion » ?
    discussCatholic Life2d ago
    FSSPX.News

    SourcesFSSPX.News

  28. 28
    Pope names Jean Abou Charouche Apostolic Exarch for Melkite Greek Catholics in Argentina
    discussBishops2d ago

    He was previously Apostolic Administrator of the same circumscription.

    Holy See Press Office

    He was previously Apostolic Administrator of the same circumscription. Paolo Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China.

    SourcesHoly See Press Office

  29. 29
    Abp Guzdek says no one can impose a model of upbringing that is not accepted
    discussEducation1d ago
    Opoka

    Abp Józef Guzdek celebrated Mass at the Białystok Archcathedral to mark the beginning of the 2026/2027 school year. He emphasized the importance of proper formation of consciences and mature attitudes in schools.

    SourcesOpoka

  30. 30
    Bishop Mario ordains 1 priest in Massa
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli

    Bishop Mario ordains priest Diego in Massa. The ordination took place on September 17.

    SourcesDiocese of Massa Carrara–Pontremoli

  31. 31
    Diocese of Pontoise appoints Edouard George vicaire general
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Pontoise

    The Diocese of Pontoise has appointed Edouard George as its new vicaire general. The diocesan communication service interviewed him.

    SourcesDiocese of Pontoise

  32. 32
    Archdiocese of Rennes publishes homily
    discussCatholic Life1d ago
    Archdiocese of Rennes

    The Archdiocese of Rennes has published a homily. The homily discusses what it means to be a Christian. It emphasizes the importance of taking Jesus Christ as a model.

    SourcesArchdiocese of Rennes

  33. 33
    Padre Job Jonathan Herrera Hernández celebrates first Mass
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Gómez Palacio

    Padre Job Jonathan Herrera Hernández celebrated his first Mass at the Iglesia Catedral de Santa María de Guadalupe. The celebration was attended by his parents, relatives and friends.

    SourcesDiocese of Gómez Palacio

  34. 34
    Diocese of Novara publishes 2026-27 agenda
    discussDioceses1d ago
    Diocese of Novara

    The Diocese of Novara has published its agenda for the 2026-2027 pastoral year. The agenda is available in digital format.

    SourcesDiocese of Novara

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