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A Catholic couple in the Philippines got married in a flooded church. Leian Lieza Galang and Gilbert Chico exchanged vows in San Juan Bautista Parish in Hagonoy. The wedding took place despite severe floodwaters.

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Sr. Simona Brambilla invites consecrated women and men in Zamboanga, Philippines to recognize God in the vulnerable and become witnesses of peace. She is Prefect of the Dicastery for Institutes of Consecrated Life and Societies of Apostolic Life. The event took place in Zamboanga.

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The Holy See renews its appeal to end nuclear testing on the International Day Against Nuclear Tests. The Holy See stresses the interconnectedness of a nuclear-free world and a just and lasting peace.

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Poland's new rules on religion classes in public schools are raising concerns among parents, catechists and bishops. The changes could make it more difficult for students to attend religion classes. Parents, catechists and bishops are opposing the changes.

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The Commissione teologica internazionale has published a document titled "Prendersi cura della nostra Casa comune: risposta responsabile e fraterna al Dio trinitario". The document proposes a definition of "peccato contro il creato e il Creatore". The Commissione teologica internazionale is an organism linked to the Dicastério per la Dottrina della Fede.

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The International Theological Commission has published a document titled "Caring for Our Common Home". The document calls for a "responsible and fraternal response to the Triune God". It emphasizes that the ecological question is a theological question. The deterioration of the environment is alarming and urgent action is needed to ensure the sustainability of the planet.

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The Commissione Teologica Internazionale has published a document titled "Prendersi cura della nostra Casa comune: risposta responsabile e fraterna al Dio trinitario". The document presents a Christian perspective on the ecological and social crisis. It calls for a responsible and fraternal response to the Trinitarian God.

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Pope Leo XIV opened a new cycle of catecheses on the documents of the Second Vatican Council, dedicated to the pastoral constitution Gaudium et spes. He recalled the legacy of Saint John XXIII. and emphasized that the Church perceives as its own the joys, hopes, sorrows, and anxieties of people today, especially the poor and suffering. He called on believers not to become "indifferent spectators" of the events of their time.

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Pope Leo XIV called the Church to interpret signs of the times. He said Christians cannot remain disinterested spectators. He initiated a new cycle on Gaudium et spes.

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Pope Leo XIV reflected on the Church's mission to serve humanity at the Wednesday General Audience. He discussed the Church's role in engaging with reality and bearing witness to Christ. The Pope's catechesis focused on the Pastoral Constitution Gaudium et Spes.

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Pope Leo XIV criticizes the idea that war is an effective way to build peace. He calls on Catholics to intervene against injustices and imbalances in the world.

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The Zambia Conference of Catholic Bishops has launched the 2026 Season of Creation. The bishops call on Zambians to protect the environment and stand up for communities affected by climate change. The launch is part of a global initiative.

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A book by American lay chaplain Dale Recinella about his ministry among prisoners condemned to death is now available in English. The book, "A Christian on Death Row," has been praised by Pope Francis. Recinella recounts his experiences serving prisoners on death row.

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Apostolisch nuntius Santiago Ignacio De Wit Guzmán has arrived in Nederland. He was welcomed by kardinaal Eijk and bisschop Hendriks. De Wit Guzmán was appointed by the Vaticaan in May.

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Magyar Katolikus Rádió launches new frequency in Berettyóújfalu. The 90.3 MHz frequency is available in the town and surrounding areas. The radio also has a new website.

SourcesDiocese of Debrecen-NyíregyházaMagyar Kurír

Rodzice i katecheci wskazują, że umieszczanie religii na pierwszej lub ostatniej godzinie lekcyjnej utrudnia uczniom udział w katechezie. Według danych Instytutu Statystyki Kościoła Katolickiego w roku szkolnym 2024/2025 na lekcje religii uczęszczało w Polsce prawie 76 proc. uczniów.

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Pope Leo XIV called for ecological conversion, urging the faithful to stop and contemplate the beauty of creation and to take personal and collective responsibility for protecting the environment. He emphasized that it is not yet too late to turn destruction into life. The Pope made this call during a Mass for the care of creation at the Borgo Laudato Si' in Castel Gandolfo.

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Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass for the Care of Creation outdoors at sunset in the Madonnina Garden of the Borgo Laudato si' in Castel Gandolfo. The Mass marked the opening of the Season of Creation. Pope Leo XIV invites to put daily life on silent mode.

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The school at Holy Family Parish in Gaza reopens for the first time since the start of Israel's military campaign. Auxiliary Bishop William Shomali says the resumption of classes offers a small but significant step toward normalcy for dozens of children living amid ongoing conflict in Gaza. The school will welcome approximately 1,000 students at the start of the school year.

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Enzo Bianchi, founder of the Bose Community, has died at 83. He founded the community in 1966 and was its prior until 2017. The community became a point of reference for interreligious dialogue. Bianchi was a theologian and writer who collaborated with various organizations.

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Pope Leo XIV celebrated the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation in the gardens of Castel Gandolfo. He called for putting life on silent mode to listen to creation. The celebration took place at the Borgo Laudato Si’ project.

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A Canadian court has cleared Cardinal Marc Ouellet of sex abuse allegations. The court ruled that the allegations were unfounded and ordered the accuser to pay $100,000 in damages for defamation. The decision brings an end to a five-year case.

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The co-presidents of the CECEF issued a message for Creation Time 2026. The message was published on September 1, 2026. The CECEF is a council of Christian churches in France.

SourcesÉglise catholique en FranceDiocese of Saint-DenisArchdiocese of Dijon

Pope Leo XIV led the Angelus prayer on September 2, 2026. The prayer was broadcast from Castel Gandolfo. The Archdiocese of Malta also celebrated Mass and Rosary on the same day.

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Cardinal Marc Ouellet has won a case against a woman who accused him of abuse. The Superior Court of Quebec ruled that he was falsely accused of sexual assault and will receive $100,000 in damages. Ouellet will donate the damages to organizations fighting against the sexual abuse of Indigenous peoples.

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The Ratzinger student circles meet in Rome on September 26 to discuss the relationship between faith and politics. The event includes a public symposium at the Augustinianum. Radio Horeb will broadcast the morning event live.

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Don Angelo Casati, a priest and writer, died on August 31 at the age of 95. He was a parish priest in Lecco and Milan. His funeral will be held on September 3.

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Pope Leo XIV has released his prayer intention for the month of September, which is for the care of water. The Holy Father is asking people to pray for a just and sustainable management of water, so that everyone may have equal access to it. The prayer intention is part of the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network.

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Sister Julie Eyaya, CSF, is a missionary from Congo who is working in Italy to renew the Church through education, presence, and prayer. She is part of a larger movement of African women who are quietly renewing the Church in places where faith first arrived on their shores. Through her work, Sister Julie is offering a witness of love lived daily in the field of education.

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Bishop Stanisław Jamrozek led a Eucharist in Przemyśl to commemorate the 87th anniversary of the start of World War II. The event was held on September 1, 2026. The Diocese of Ełk also marked the anniversary.

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Israel has denied entry permits to 70 Palestinian teachers, causing Christian schools in Jerusalem to close in protest. The schools see this as a form of repression.

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The Prohászka Ottokár Orsolyita Óvoda in Győr celebrated its 25th anniversary. The event included a holy mass and an anniversary program. The mass was celebrated by Veres András, and the program featured speeches by the current and former leaders of the institution. The event was attended by several dignitaries, including Pápai Lajos and Böcskei Győző.

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Pope Leo XIV held a General Audience in Saint Peter's Square, where he met with pilgrims and faithful from around the world. He continued his catechesis on the Documents of the Second Vatican Council, focusing on the theme of the Church's relationship with the contemporary world. The Pope emphasized the importance of the Church being in service to humanity and witnessing to Christ.

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Fr. Joshua Bauer honored his parents at his first Mass. A video of the moment has gone viral. The Mass took place at St. Elizabeth Parish in Tecumseh, Michigan.

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Pope Leo XIV has called for the care of water, a universal gift and a right without borders. He invites all to pray for the protection of water and for the right of every person to access it without fear or inequality. The Pope's prayer intention for September is part of the 'Time of Creation' and the Pope's Worldwide Prayer Network.

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Catholics in Pakistan pray for 14 newborns who died in a hospital fire. A Christian nurse, Razia Noreen, rescued one baby from the flames. The government has recognized her bravery with a civilian honor and a cash award.

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The bishops of France have voted to establish a permanent national body to support victims of sexual violence in the Church. The new body will replace the Instance nationale indépendante de reconnaissance et de réparation (Inirr), whose mandate ended on August 31. The bishops have promised continuity between the two bodies.

SourcesArchdiocese of DijonDiocese of Gap-EmbrunDiocese of Saint-DenisAleteiaLa Croix

The Season of Creation begins on September 1 and ends on October 4. The theme for 2026 is 'L'eau vive'. Catholic churches around the world will come together for a month of prayer and action for the environment. Pope Leo XIV urges an authentic ecological conversion.

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The XIIIth Catholic camp was held in Rafnic, Romania, from August 24-28, 2026. The camp was organized for children and young people from Timisoara. The motto of the camp was a quote from the book of Isaiah.

SourcesDiocese of TimişoaraArchdiocese of Alba Iulia

Assisi hosts a program of activities on the theme "Agua viva" from September 1 to October 4. The Diocese of Carpi and Vatican News report on initiatives for Creation Time. Antonio Caschetto, director of the Centro Laudato si’, comments on the need for peace, justice, and authentic relationships.

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Christians worldwide mark the 11th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. The day launches a month-long ecumenical season of prayer and action for the environment. The season will conclude on October 4, the feast day of Saint Francis of Assisi.

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Bishop Erik Varden of Trondheim and Apostolic Administrator of Tromsø celebrated a solemn Mass in Longyearbyen on Sunday, 30 August, to mark 100 years since the first Catholic Mass was celebrated in Svalbard, Norway. In his homily, Bishop Varden reflects on vulnerability and loneliness, calling Christians to rediscover a sound sense of reality and to bring Christ’s reconciliation, healing and friendship to those who are isolated and afraid. The Mass was attended by priests, representatives of Caritas, and members of the Catholic community.

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Pope Leo XIV has granted Eastern Synods the power to remove patriarchs. The decision was made through a motu proprio, which amends Canons 106 and 126 of the Code of Canons of the Eastern Churches. The Synod of Bishops will have the authority to remove a patriarch from office if their relationship is irreparably compromised for serious reasons.

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Pope Leo XIV met with members of the Society of St. Vincent de Paul and emphasized the inseparable link between prayer and social justice. He encouraged them to follow the example of their patron saint and to continue serving the poor with generosity. The Pope also thanked them for their witness to the faith.

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Pope Leo XIV celebrated Mass in Castel Gandolfo on September 1, 2026, for the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation. The Mass was held at the Borgo Laudato si' in Castel Gandolfo. The Pope also participated in the traditional procession of the Virgin of the Lake in the pontifical villa of Castel Gandolfo.

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Pope Leo XIV has published his first encyclical, Magnifica Humanitas. The encyclical invites people to preserve their humanity in the era of digital revolution and AI. It was released on the 135th anniversary of Pope León XIII's encyclical Rerum novarum.

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SourcesArchdiocese of DijonDiocese of Ventimiglia–San RemoDiocese of Ban Mê ThuôtDiocese of Ales–TerralbaDiocese of Adria–RovigoDiocese of Skopje

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Diocese of Udine assigns vicar to Martignacco and Moruzzo. Don Salman Johnson will be the new vicar. He is from the Diocese of Multan.

SourcesDiocese of UdineDiocese of Livorno

Ostravsko-opavská diecéze organized a prayer for homeland on Lysou horu and Praděd. Around 300 people participated. The event concluded the diocese's 30th anniversary celebrations.

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The Archdiocese of Rio de Janeiro held a Concert for Peace. The concert was part of the 13th Social Communication Seminar. The Diocese of Vittorio Veneto announces a concert in the Seminary Chapel.

SourcesDiocese of Vittorio VenetoDiocese of São Sebastião do Rio de Janeiro

The Ökumenikus Teremtésvédelmi Munkacsoport and the Magyarországi Egyházak Ökumenikus Tanácsa have published a guide for the 2026 Creation Week. The guide is available for download and includes meditations, prayers, and illustrations. The organizations invite all faith communities to join in the celebration from September 27 to October 4.

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SourcesDiocese of BeauvaisDiocese of GubbioDiocese of Assisi–Nocera Umbra–Gualdo Tadino

Italian Bishops met in Benevento to discuss internal areas. They decided to continue their commitment and designated a group of three Bishops to work with the CEI. The meeting was attended by the President of the CEI, Cardinal Matteo Zuppi.

SourcesDiocese of BeneventoDiocese of PattiDiocese of Molfetta–Ruvo–Giovinazzo–Terlizzi

Pope Leo XIV has called for the conservation of water, emphasizing its importance for human dignity and the environment. He has dedicated his September prayer intention to the care of water, highlighting the need for access to clean water for all people. The Pope's global prayer network has emphasized that no one should have to live without water or die due to lack of it.

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The Diocese of Frosinone–Veroli–Ferentino hosted an event called "Ragazzi in festa". The event was organized by "Ragazzi in cammino ETS". It took place in Pitocco, a fraction of Vico nel Lazio.

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He says water is a source of fertility, freshness and hope. Millions of people lack access to water.

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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.

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Don Angelo Casati, a priest, died on August 31, 2026. He was born in Milan on May 9, 1931, and ordained on June 27, 1954. He served as a professor and vicar.

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The Archbishop of Valencia participated in the start of the school year at the Diocesan Claret School in Xàtiva. The school has a new rector, Alberto Martín. The Hajdúdorog Archdiocese also started its school year with a liturgy.

SourcesArchdiocese of ValenciaMagyar Kurír

Davanzo expresses gratitude for Enzo Bianchi's legacy in the Church. Enzo Bianchi was a monk. Davanzo frequents the Comunità di Bose.

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Bishop Emilio E. Biosca, O.F.M. Cap. announces priest appointments. Father David M. Vidal is appointed Vicar General of the Diocese of Venice in Florida. Mons. Jesús Sanz delivers new appointments for the 2026 course.

SourcesArchdiocese of OviedoDiocese of Venice

Pope Leo XIV presided over Holy Mass for the Care of Creation in the Garden of the Madonnina in Borgo Laudato si', in the Pontifical Gardens of Castel Gandolfo. The Holy Father delivered a homily during the Eucharistic celebration. The Mass was held on the World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation.

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Cardinal Timothy Radcliffe reflected on synodality and the traditional Latin Mass. He sympathizes with those who love the Tridentine Mass but believes it cannot be a source of division. He also discussed the increase in adult baptisms and Dominican vocations in England.

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Cardinal Michael Czerny calls for reflection on 25 years of service to the Amazon. He stresses the importance of reflecting on the work of various institutions for the spiritual, physical, and human wellbeing of the Amazon. The Cardinal's message was addressed to participants of the 25th Inter-Institutional Meeting of the Amazonian Itinerant Team.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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Édouard Balladur died on August 31, 2026, at the age of 97. He was a French politician and served as Minister of Economy and Finance and Prime Minister. Balladur was a close associate of Georges Pompidou and Jacques Chirac.

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Pope Leo XIV will visit France next month. Young people in France are preparing for the visit. The Pope's visit is expected to contribute to the spiritual awakening of France.

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Francisco Cerro, the Archbishop of Toledo and Primate of Spain, has opened the Guadalupsky jubilejný rok 2026-2027 in the shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe in Extremadure, Spain. The jubilee year will last until September 2027. The previous jubilee attracted around 300,000 pilgrims to Guadalupe.

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Maddalena Boschetti, a fidei donum missionary in Haiti since 2002, tells Vatican News that remaining in the violence-stricken country and supporting those in need is a way to respond to the violence. She shares her experience of staying in Haiti despite the violence. Boschetti says that being present is a strength and that sharing the daily life of the population and supporting those in need is essential.

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Pope Leo XIV has appointed Bishop Paul Liu Honggang to the Diocese of Datong, China, a diocese that has been vacant for 80 years. The appointment was announced by the Vatican press office on August 31, 2026. This is the 19th bishop appointed under the provisional pastoral agreement between China and the Holy See.

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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.

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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.

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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 nation.

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SourcesDiocese of MetzArchdiocese of AvignonDiocese of AmiensKnisja MaltijaDiocese of Ban Mê ThuôtDiocese of Bayeux-Lisieux

The Catholic Bishops' Conference of Nigeria has appealed to stop the massacres and mass kidnappings in the country. The bishops condemned the recent attacks on mosques and the killing of innocent citizens. They expressed their condolences to the bereaved families and prayed for the speedy recovery of the injured.

SourcesVatican NewsAgenzia FidesDiocese of Hallam

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

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.

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Pope Leo XIV celebrates the Season of Creation with a message and a Mass. The Season of Creation runs from September 1 to October 4. The Pope invites everyone to become channels of living water of God's peace, reviving our wounded world.

SourcesVatican NewsL'Osservatore RomanoDiocese of Hallam