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Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King's decades of devoted service to the Scandinavian…
Pope Leo XIV sends condolences to King Haakon VIII and the people of Norway for the death of King Harald V. The Pope praises the late King's decades of devoted service to the Scandinavian nation.
SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of HallamDiocese of Skopje
The Diocese of Venice has launched a new monthly radio show called "Lighting the Lantern with Bishop Emilio".
The Diocese of Venice has launched a new monthly radio show called "Lighting the Lantern with Bishop Emilio". The show will air on Relevant Radio. The Diocese of Łomża has published its pastoral calendar for September 2026.
SourcesDiocese of Bà RiaArchdiocese of AvignonDiocese of AmiensDiocese of MetzDiocese of ViviersVatican News
Pope Leo XIV presided over a Holy Mass for the Care of Creation at the Pontifical Gardens of Castel Gandolfo, marking the beginning of the Season of Creation.
Pope Leo XIV presided over a Holy Mass for the Care of Creation at the Pontifical Gardens of Castel Gandolfo, marking the beginning of the Season of Creation. The Mass was held on September 1, 2026, and was attended by faithful from around the world. In his homily, the Pope emphasized the importance of caring for creation and protecting the environment.
SourcesThe Holy SeeVatican News
Cardinal Pizzaballa spoke at the Rimini Meeting, calling for greater diplomatic engagement by the West to halt the escalating violence in the Middle East.
Cardinal Pizzaballa spoke at the Rimini Meeting, calling for greater diplomatic engagement by the West to halt the escalating violence in the Middle East. He also reiterated the need to build hope and foster interreligious dialogue from the ground up, rejecting the dehumanization of the other and supporting the two-state solution.
Paolo Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China's Shanxi province.
Paolo Liu Honggang was ordained Bishop of Datong in China's Shanxi province. He was appointed by Pope Leo XIV on August 10, after his candidacy was approved within the framework of the Provisional Agreement between the Holy See and the People's Republic of China. The ordination took place on August 31.
SourcesVatican News
Pope Leo XIV met with the oversight commission of the 'House for the Relief of Suffering' at Castel Gandolfo.
Pope Leo XIV met with the oversight commission of the 'House for the Relief of Suffering' at Castel Gandolfo. The commission was established in May and is responsible for ensuring the continuity and future of the research hospital founded by St Pio of Pietrelcina. The Pope is closely following the commission's work.
SourcesVatican News
A Catholic aid worker in Nepal says the road to recovery will be long after devastating floods and mudslides killed at least 955 people and left over 4,470 missing.
A Catholic aid worker in Nepal says the road to recovery will be long after devastating floods and mudslides killed at least 955 people and left over 4,470 missing. The disaster occurred on Aug. 26 along the Nepal-China border.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic WeeklyCatholic ReviewOSV NewsThe Catholic SunNational Catholic Reporter
Pope Leo XIV has issued a motu proprio, "Mutua concordia", granting Eastern Catholic synods the authority to remove patriarchs.
Pope Leo XIV has issued a motu proprio, "Mutua concordia", granting Eastern Catholic synods the authority to remove patriarchs. The synods can remove a patriarch if communion between the church's head and synod has been seriously and irreparably damaged. The decision requires a two-thirds majority and the Pope's approval.
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate Mass at Lourdes with 150,000 pilgrims.
Pope Leo XIV will celebrate Mass at Lourdes with 150,000 pilgrims. The Diocese of Tarbes et Lourdes and Archdiocese of Strasbourg participated in the event. Inscriptions are now closed.
SourcesDiocese of Tarbes et LourdesArchdiocese of StrasbourgAvvenireLa CroixNewsbookACI Prensa
Pope Leo XIV has modified two canons of the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium, allowing the Synod of Bishops to remove a patriarch with the Pope's assent.
Pope Leo XIV has modified two canons of the Codex Canonum Ecclesiarum Orientalium, allowing the Synod of Bishops to remove a patriarch with the Pope's assent. The changes aim to strengthen the role of synods in Eastern Catholic Churches. The Motu Proprio Mutua Concordia clarifies the procedure for removing a patriarch in case of a rupture in ecclesial harmony.
The USCCB has urged the international community to provide humanitarian aid to Nepal after devastating floods.
The USCCB has urged the international community to provide humanitarian aid to Nepal after devastating floods. The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of India has also expressed solidarity with the people of Nepal. Catholic Relief Services is closely monitoring the emergency and coordinating with Caritas Nepal to assess urgent needs.
SourcesVatican NewsAleteiaCatholic News AgencyACI PrensaNational Catholic RegisterMatters India
The Knights of Columbus opened a retreat house in Washington.
The Knights of Columbus opened a retreat house in Washington. The St. John Paul II National Shrine operates the retreat house. The retreat house was dedicated and blessed on Aug. 26.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic ReviewCatholic New YorkThe Catholic SunThe MonitorOSV News
Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Committee on Domestic Justice and Human Development, released a statement ahead of Labor Day.
Archbishop Shelton J. Fabre, chairman of the U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops' Committee on Domestic Justice and Human Development, released a statement ahead of Labor Day. He encouraged all to be 'builders of communion' and ensure that innovation and development benefit all. He also emphasized the need to listen to the experiences of workers, families, young people, and communities of color as they struggle to find stability.
SourcesUSCCB NewsDiocese of RichmondDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendCatholic New YorkThe Catholic SunOSV News
Bishop Ángel Pérez Pueyo of Barbastro-Monzón has threatened to resign if the original image of Our Lady of Torreciudad is not returned to its original shrine.
Bishop Ángel Pérez Pueyo of Barbastro-Monzón has threatened to resign if the original image of Our Lady of Torreciudad is not returned to its original shrine. The bishop has been in a dispute with the Opus Dei over the shrine's management. Pérez Pueyo has stated that he will not accept a solution that would remove the image from its original location.
SourcesVida NuevaReligión DigitalAlfa y OmegaInfoVaticanaReligión en LibertadThe Pillar
Bishops met in Benevento for a two-day conference.
Bishops met in Benevento for a two-day conference. They discussed the importance of internal areas. A group of three bishops was designated to plan the next conference.
SourcesDiocese of Molfetta–Ruvo–Giovinazzo–TerlizziCaritas ItalianaDiocese of PattiDiocese of BeneventoChiesa Cattolica Italiana
Catholic Climate Covenant raises concerns about data centers.
Catholic Climate Covenant raises concerns about data centers. Data centers are opposed by some communities due to energy use and utility costs. The Pew Research Center found that 39% of Americans think data centers are 'mostly bad' for the environment.
SourcesDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SpiritOSV NewsThe Catholic SunThe Monitor
Archbishop Josafá Menezes da Silva of the Archdiocese of Aracaju has established rules for the use of artificial intelligence in archdiocesan communications.
Archbishop Josafá Menezes da Silva of the Archdiocese of Aracaju has established rules for the use of artificial intelligence in archdiocesan communications. The rules direct that AI use must conform to reality and truth. The archbishop's directive is intended to ensure the integrity of communications within the archdiocese.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterACI PrensaTK KBSCatholic World Report
Bishops from Mexico, US, and Canada met in Cuernavaca, Mexico, to discuss pastoral challenges and speak with one voice.
Bishops from Mexico, US, and Canada met in Cuernavaca, Mexico, to discuss pastoral challenges and speak with one voice. They concelebrated a Mass on Aug. 30. The meeting aimed to strengthen their unity and address common issues.
SourcesACI PrensaReligión DigitalCatholic News AgencyTK KBSCatholic Star Herald
Father Marko Rupnik's case of alleged sexual abuse remains unresolved.
Father Marko Rupnik's case of alleged sexual abuse remains unresolved. His mosaics in Lourdes will remain covered during Pope Francis' visit. The Pope will not visit the chapel with Rupnik's mosaics in the Paris apostolic nunciature.
Giampiero Gloder, Apostolic Nuncio to Romania and the Republic of Moldova, celebrated Mass at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer in Bucharest.
Giampiero Gloder, Apostolic Nuncio to Romania and the Republic of Moldova, celebrated Mass at the Church of the Most Holy Redeemer in Bucharest. The Vatican Foundation “John Paul I” donated an icon and a relic of Blessed Albino Luciani to the church. The ceremony took place on August 30.
SourcesVatican NewsDiocese of HallamArchdiocese of Bucureşti, Bucarest
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Mario Delpini, but has decided to extend his term for one year.
Pope Leo XIV has accepted the resignation of Archbishop Mario Delpini, but has decided to extend his term for one year. Delpini has been leading the Archdiocese of Milan since 2017. The decision was communicated through the Apostolic Nunciature in Italy.
The Catholic Church dedicates September to Our Lady of Sorrows.
The Catholic Church dedicates September to Our Lady of Sorrows. The month includes the feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross on September 14 and the memorial of Our Lady of Sorrows. The title honors Mary's suffering throughout Jesus' life and Passion.
Nine seminarians from the Diocese of Nashville spent their summer assignments on a working farm, growing in spirit, community, and agrarian know-how.
Nine seminarians from the Diocese of Nashville spent their summer assignments on a working farm, growing in spirit, community, and agrarian know-how. The seminarians lived in tents and slept on cots during the summer assignment. The experience was guided by Deacon Chris Simpson.
SourcesThe Catholic TelegraphDiocese of Fort Wayne-South BendThe Catholic SunOSV News
The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for September 2nd.
The Archdiocese of Malta publishes the Gospel of the day for September 2nd. The Gospel reading is from Luke 4:38-44. The Archdiocese of Huè and Diocese of Đà Nang also publish daily Gospel readings.
SourcesDiocese of Ðà NangArchdiocese of HuêKnisja MaltijaMagyar Kurír
The Coalition of Catholics Against Antisemitism has been tapped by the Government of Israel as part of its latest outreach to American Catholics.
The Coalition of Catholics Against Antisemitism has been tapped by the Government of Israel as part of its latest outreach to American Catholics. The Coalition affirms the right of the Jewish people to live safely and securely in their ancestral homeland. The outreach aims to combat antisemitism.
SourcesCatholic News AgencyNational Catholic RegisterCatholic Star HeraldCatholic World Report
Abelardo de la Espriella, President of Colombia, has apologized for using religious symbols in his inauguration on August 7.
Abelardo de la Espriella, President of Colombia, has apologized for using religious symbols in his inauguration on August 7. He made the apology after a court ruling. De la Espriella also reaffirmed his Catholic faith, saying "viva Cristo Rey".
Pope Leo XIV has released his prayer intention for September, focusing on the care of water.
Pope Leo XIV has released his prayer intention for September, focusing on the care of water. The prayer intention is part of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network. The Pope's prayer asks for a just and sustainable management of water, a vital resource. The prayer also asks for forgiveness for turning water into a commodity and forgetting that it is a universal gift.
The Diocese of Graz-Seckau has banned the Fraternité Saint-Pie X from praying the rosary at Mariazell. This is the second major Marian shrine in Europe to bar the group.
SourcesFSSPX.News
The Holy See Press Office announced that Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Maximino Martínez Miranda as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toluca, Mexico.
The Holy See Press Office announced that Pope Francis has accepted the resignation of Maximino Martínez Miranda as auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Toluca, Mexico. Martínez Miranda is the titular bishop of Lugura.
SourcesHoly See Press Office
The Diocese of Benevento hosts the relics of santa Teresa di Lisieux. The relics will stay until September 4. A Mass was presided by mons. Franco Iampietro.
SourcesDiocese of Benevento
The Diocese of Sicuani brought aid to families in Phinaya, a locality in the highlands of the Canchis province. The diocese provided coats and hope to children and elderly people.
SourcesDiocese of Sicuani
Maddalena Boschetti, a lay missionary, has been living and working in Haiti since 2002.
Maddalena Boschetti, a lay missionary, has been living and working in Haiti since 2002. She stays in the country despite the violence. Her presence is a testament to the need to help those who need it most.
SourcesVatican News
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