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Pope Leo XIV prayed for the sick, the suffering, and the people of France during his visit to the Grotto of the Apparitions in Lourdes on September 26, 2026.
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Pope Leo XIV prayed for the sick, the suffering, and the people of France during his visit to the Grotto of the Apparitions in Lourdes on September 26, 2026. During the visit, which marked his first trip to the shrine during his pontificate, the pope knelt before an image of Our Lady of Lourdes and presented the Virgin Mary with a golden rose as a symbol of devotion.
While at the grotto, the pope touched the rock wall, lit a candle, and drank water from the site's spring, which was offered to him by the rector, Father Michel Daubanes. In his prayers, the pope asked the Virgin Mary to watch over France to promote harmony and unity, and he prayed for government leaders, the defense of human rights, and the right to life. He also requested that Christian families experience renewed faith and openness to life, specifically asking for more vocations to the priesthood and religious life.
The pilgrimage took place at a shrine that has recorded more than 7,000 healings since 1858, with 72 officially recognized as miracles by the International Medical Committee of Lourdes. The visit concluded with the crowd praying the Our Father together in Latin.
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Bishop Robert Barron of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester preached a homily during vespers on Sept. 23 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis to prepare for the beatification of Archbishop…
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Bishop Robert Barron of the Diocese of Winona-Rochester preached a homily during vespers on Sept. 23 at the Cathedral Basilica of St. Louis to prepare for the beatification of Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen.
Archbishop Mitchell T. Rozanski of St. Louis presided over the evening prayer, which was attended by between 1,000 and 1,500 people, including cardinals, bishops, priests, religious, and lay faithful. Organizers chose St. Louis as the site for the beatification to accommodate the large crowds, though the cause for Sheen's canonization was originally introduced by his home Diocese of Peoria.
During his nearly 19-minute reflection, Bishop Barron described Sheen as a pivotal figure in modern Church history who used electronic media to evangelize the world. Barron identified Sheen's friendship with Jesus Christ as the root of his holiness and noted that the archbishop served as a model and inspiration for his own evangelization work.
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Archbishop Tadeusz Wojda SAC, chairman of the Polish Episcopal Conference, is praying for those affected by an attack at the Abbey in Jarosław on September 24.
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Archbishop Tadeusz Wojda SAC, chairman of the Polish Episcopal Conference, is praying for those affected by an attack at the Abbey in Jarosław on September 24.
According to the Polish Episcopal Conference and Opoka, a man from Ukraine killed a priest and injured others during the incident. Archbishop Wojda expressed his sorrow and asked for prayers so that God might help those suffering through the painful experience. He also requested prayers to prevent similar tragedies from happening again.
Pope Leo XIV celebrated a Mass for the Virgin Mary at Place de la Concorde on Saturday, September 26, before traveling to Lourdes.
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Pope Leo XIV celebrated a Mass for the Virgin Mary at Place de la Concorde on Saturday, September 26, before traveling to Lourdes. The Holy See Press Office reported that the Pope traveled by open car from Place Charles-de-Gaulle to the square to greet the faithful. Aleteia reported that 700,000 people gathered along the Champs-Élysées for the event.
During the Mass, the Pope delivered a homily and was thanked by Archbishop Laurent Ulrich of Paris. Following the celebration, the Pope departed for Lourdes via an Air France A321.
Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Provincial Synodal Assembly, catechumens, and newly baptized Christians at the Catholic Institute of Paris on September 26, 2026.
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Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Provincial Synodal Assembly, catechumens, and newly baptized Christians at the Catholic Institute of Paris on September 26, 2026. During the meeting, the Pope received the Instrumentum Laboris, a document representing the collective work and listening of the People of God within the assembly.
The assembly is currently reflecting on the life of the Church and pastoral methods for welcoming those entering the faith. Vatican News reported that the Pope emphasized the importance of supporting adults who are discovering or returning to the Christian faith, noting that the increasing number of people seeking baptism presents a renewed opportunity and pastoral responsibility for the Church.
The meeting took place at the Catholic Institute of Paris, an institution the Pope greeted alongside its faculty, students, and staff. Archbishop Laurent Ulrich of Paris hosted the gathering, noting the historical and spiritual significance of the location.
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Pope Leo XIV will meet with the heads of the Oriental Churches and the presidents of episcopal conferences from the afternoon of Wednesday, October 7, through the late afternoon…
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Pope Leo XIV will meet with the heads of the Oriental Churches and the presidents of episcopal conferences from the afternoon of Wednesday, October 7, through the late afternoon of Wednesday, October 14, 2026. The meeting, titled "A dieci anni da Amoris laetitia: annunciare il Vangelo con le famiglie oggi," will take place in the Aula Paolo VI.
Pope Leo XIV will preside over Mass in Piazza San Pietro at 10:00 on the final day. A press conference to present the meeting is scheduled for Friday, October 2, 2026, at 11:30 at the Sala Stampa della Santa Sede.
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Pope Leo XIV addressed members of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences during its plenary session on September 24, 2026.
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Pope Leo XIV addressed members of the Pontifical Academy of Sciences during its plenary session on September 24, 2026. Speaking on the theme of the future of science in a changing world, the pope discussed how digitalization, artificial intelligence, and robotics are rapidly transforming society.
The pope noted that these technologies offer potential for scientific breakthroughs in medicine, food systems, energy, and space exploration. However, he warned that artificial intelligence could be used for surveillance, manipulation, and discrimination. He also cautioned that advanced cyber capabilities and autonomous weapons could create new risks if developed or used without human oversight and proper safeguards.
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The Pope visited the Maison Bakhita Centre for Social Support and Integration in Paris on September 26, 2026.
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The Pope visited the Maison Bakhita Centre for Social Support and Integration in Paris on September 26, 2026. During his second day in France, he met with staff, volunteers, and those receiving services at the center.
He thanked the Archdiocese of Paris and the Scalabrinian Sisters for their work at the facility, noting that the center provides welcome, listening, formation, and friendship.
In his address, the Pope said the center's namesake, Saint Bakhita, inspires people to recognize the role of women in building a civilization of love. He stated that the center serves as a witness to the city that people can live together with dignity and peace. He also encouraged people to see those who are invisible and to honor the dignity of every person.
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The Diocese of San Sebastián will host the European Heritage Days from September through November. The event features guided visits to church bell towers, clocks, and organs throughout the diocese.
The Diputación de Gipuzkoa organized this edition of the program to increase awareness of cultural heritage. According to the Diputación, the event aims to highlight environmental, social, and technological risks to heritage and encourages people to reflect on how to protect local history and traditions.
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Bishop Michael Bibi presided over the Requiem Mass for Maria Nwanyi on Saturday, September 26, 2026, at Holy Family Parish in Newtown-Limbe. Nwanyi was the mother of Father James Chikezie, the dean of the Limbe Deanery.
The funeral service for the late Catholic Women Association member included family, friends, and clergy. During his homily, Bishop Bibi told the congregation that death serves as a pathway to resurrection through Christ. He advised the faithful to live each day prepared to meet God due to the uncertainty of human life.
Bishop Bibi encouraged the community to make spiritual choices through repentance, penance, and reconciliation. He also urged people to avoid delaying their service to God and to seek peace with others. Addressing the grieving family, the bishop suggested they follow the example of Job.
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The Convento dei Frati Minori di San Miniato will open an exhibition titled Tesori Svelati to mark the 800th anniversary of the death of San Francesco. The exhibit displays historical, artistic, and liturgical items, including silver, textiles, and liturgical furnishings, alongside reliquaries containing fragments of the saio, the cingolo, and the ashes of the Saint of Assisi.
The event includes a presentation by Maria Grazia Tampieri, a monument protection coordinator for the San Miniato territory, and art historian Claudio Casini. A Mass will follow the presentation.
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The Diocese of Mondoñedo-Ferrol will hold its annual Diocesan Clergy Assembly on September 29 at the Mondoñedo Seminary. Bishop Fernando Garcia Cadiñanos will preside over the meeting, which begins at 10:30 a.m. to prepare priests for the upcoming pastoral year.
The assembly brings together most diocesan priests to discuss the Church's priorities for the coming months. The program includes prayer, a talk by the bishop, and a dialogue regarding proposals for the new term. Participants will also receive presentations on the Diocesan Pastoral Plan and the Clergy Delegation.
During the meeting, the diocese will welcome priests beginning new assignments: Andrés Segura, who is assigned to the UPA of Viveiro; Exneirer Alexander Toro from Venezuela; and Germain Mvogo from Cameroon.
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The Diocese of Semarang celebrated the 100th anniversary of Kotabaru Church with a vigil and a discussion on diversity. The event encouraged people to maintain hope and participate actively during changing times.
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The Diocese of Metz published a daily commentary on the Gospel for Sunday, September 27, to help people reflect on the day's scripture.
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Lazarist Peter Žakelj celebrated Mass at Mirenski Grad during a recent celebration of the kvatrnica. The event coincided with the feast of the patroness of the local church.
During the Saturday evening Mass, Žakelj reflected on the attitude of Mary at the cross. He spoke about how Mary faced pain through trust and suggested that the Church and society need a spirit of dialogue. He noted that true dialogue begins with asking questions and listening rather than passing judgment. Žakelj emphasized that people often need others to simply remain present with them during suffering rather than offering explanations or solutions.
The festivities began on Friday with an evening procession on the path to Mirenski Grad. Participants also offered prayers for the renewal of the Church in Slovenia.
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The Diocese of Port of Spain released a reflection for Sunday, September 27, focusing on the importance of present faithfulness and personal conversion.
Drawing from the Gospel of Matthew 21:28-32, the Diocese noted that God focuses on the present moment rather than past actions. The reflection suggests that while individuals may struggle with consistency or initial hesitation, God calls people individually through a persistent and specific manner.
The text states that true connection to God requires being visionary, understanding, compassionate, and agile. It emphasizes that initial enthusiasm is insufficient for enduring difficult times and that deep introspection is necessary to experience a love that leads to conversion.
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The Diocese of Ventimiglia–San Remo will celebrate the Feast of the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Rosary on October 10 and 11, 2026, at the former Dominican Convent and Church of Santa Maria della Misericordia in Taggia.
The festivities begin Saturday, October 10, at 16.00 with a concert honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary performed by the Coro Sibi Consoni.
On Sunday, October 11, a solemn Mass will take place at 11.00 presided over by Simone Grisolia. A Supplication to the Blessed Virgin Mary of the Holy Rosary will be held at 12.00. The celebration concludes with a community lunch at the convent at 12.30.
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