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Wednesday, September 2, 2026 · Ordinary Time, Week 22 · Green · The Liturgy of the Hours · Africa · America · Asia · Oceania

The Church in Portugal

What the Church in Portugal filed in her own name. Every publisher here speaks from Portugal; the global agencies that also report it are on the wire, and every headline leaves for the outlet that carried it.

40 stories · 15 publishers

Wednesday, September 2

3 stories · 3 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV calls Colombian President
    discussVaticanNew1h ago
    2 sourcesHoly See Press OfficeAgência Ecclesia

    SourcesHoly See Press OfficeAgência Ecclesia

  2. 02
    “We are profoundly shocked”: Catholic Bishops Condemn Violence in Angola, Call for Reconciliation
    discussReligious FreedomUpdated5h ago
    2 sourcesACI AfricaAgência Ecclesia

    SourcesACI AfricaAgência Ecclesia

  3. 03
    Pope Leo XIV calls for water care
    discussVaticanUpdated5h ago

    Pope Leo XIV has called for the care of water, a universal gift and a right without borders.

    26 sources52 reportsThe Holy SeeDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

    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.

    SourcesThe Holy SeeDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

Tuesday, September 1

1 story · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope sends financial aid to Nepal flood victims
    discussChurch & State1d ago

    Pope Leo XIV sends financial aid to Nepal flood victims through Caritas Nepal.

    2 sources6 reportsVatican NewsAgência Ecclesia

    Pope Leo XIV sends financial aid to Nepal flood victims through Caritas Nepal. Over 630 people have died and around 3,000 are missing in the floods. Caritas Nepal is providing essential goods to those affected.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgência Ecclesia

Monday, August 31

11 stories · 2 corroborated
  1. 01
    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

  2. 02
    Fundação Jornada supports 25 youth projects in Portugal
    discussEducation2d ago
    2 sourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaAgência Ecclesia

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaAgência Ecclesia

  3. 03
    Bishop of Algarve appoints new pastor for Alferce, Marmelete and Monchique
    discussDioceses2d ago
    Diocese of Faro

    The Diocese of Faro has a new pastor for the parishes of Alferce, Marmelete and Monchique. Father Bruno Valente, 27, was appointed by the bishop of Algarve. He replaces Father Tiago Veríssimo, who was appointed to the parishes of Lagos.

    SourcesDiocese of Faro

  4. 04
    Diocese de Viseu promotes workshops on good practices in supporting the elderly
    discussLife & Family2d ago
    Diocese of Viseu

    The Diocese of Viseu's Centro Sócio Pastoral will promote workshops on good practices in supporting the elderly on October 9. The workshops will focus on health and caring for caregivers.

    SourcesDiocese of Viseu

  5. 05
    Instituto Jesus Maria Jose elects new government
    discussReligious Orders2d ago
    Diocese of Viseu

    Instituto Jesus Maria Jose elected a new government for its Portuguese province. The election was held on August 22. The community participated in the election through prayer and discernment.

    SourcesDiocese of Viseu

  6. 06
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes texts by Augusto Ascenso Pascoal
    discussDioceses2d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes texts by Augusto Ascenso Pascoal. The texts were shared on his page.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  7. 07
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes Folha Paroquial 36
    discussDioceses2d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima published Folha Paroquial 36. The issue highlights the start of catechesis registrations.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  8. 08
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes pastoral bulletin
    discussDioceses2d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima published the pastoral bulletin «Permanecer» number 34/2026. The bulletin refers to the period from August 30 to September 6, 2026. It highlights the start of registrations.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  9. 09
    Diocese of Viseu holds Santa Beatriz da Silva celebrations
    discussCatholic Life2d ago
    Diocese of Viseu

    The Monastery of Santa Beatriz in Viso Norte, Viseu, hosted celebrations in honor of Santa Beatriz da Silva, founder of the Order. The monastery promoted the celebrations on August 16 and 17.

    SourcesDiocese of Viseu

  10. 10
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes parish bulletin
    discussDioceses2d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima published the parish bulletin 'Subir Mais Alto', number 72, of the parish of Santa Catarina da Serra. The bulletin highlights the community's contribution to pastoral work.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  11. 11
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima shares pilgrimage story
    discussCatholic Life2d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima recounts a pilgrimage experience. The pilgrimage was coordinated by the Seminário de Almada and organized by PTEAM.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

Saturday, August 29

3 stories · none yet corroborated
  1. 01
    Padre Nuno Fileno rejects false idea of progress
    discussCulture4d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Padre Nuno Fileno, capelão da Universidade de Coimbra, alertou para o risco de delegar decisões morais na inteligência artificial. Ele denunciou o impacto de uma evolução técnica desprovida de limites éticos.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  2. 02
    Padre Nuno Fileno rejects false idea of progress
    discussCulture4d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Padre Nuno Fileno, capelão da Universidade de Coimbra, alertou para o risco de delegar decisões morais na inteligência artificial. Ele denunciou o impacto de uma evolução técnica desprovida de limites éticos.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  3. 03
    Padre Nuno Fileno alerts to false idea of progress
    discussCulture4d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Padre Nuno Fileno, capelão da Universidade de Coimbra, alerta para o risco de delegar decisões morais na inteligência artificial. Ele denuncia o impacto de uma evolução técnica desprovida de limites éticos.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

Friday, August 28

12 stories · 1 corroborated
  1. 01
    Juventude Operária Católica holds national camp in Portugal
    discussCatholic Life5d ago

    Juventude Operária Católica holds national camp in Portugal to discuss challenges of artificial intelligence.

    2 sourcesVatican NewsAgência Ecclesia

    Juventude Operária Católica holds national camp in Portugal to discuss challenges of artificial intelligence. The camp takes place from August 27 to 30.

    SourcesVatican NewsAgência Ecclesia

  2. 02
    Juventude Mariana Vicentina sends 3 laypeople on mission to Mozambique
    discussReligious Orders4d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    They will support children and youth in education, food and health.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  3. 03
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes newsletter
    discussDioceses5d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima published the 68th edition of its newsletter Mosteiro. The newsletter is about the return to the usual rhythm.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  4. 04
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima presents new resource «Ser Amigo de Jesus»
    discussEducation5d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima presents a new resource for the first year of Catechesis. The presentation will take place on September 12 at the Seminário de Leiria.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  5. 05
    Diocese of Angra hosts youth formation meeting
    discussDioceses5d ago
    Diocese of Angra

    The Diocese of Angra hosted a youth formation meeting for 10 young people. The meeting was held in Ribeira das Tainhas.

    SourcesDiocese of Angra

  6. 06
    Diocese of Angra hosts youth meeting
    discussDioceses5d ago
    Diocese of Angra

    The Diocese of Angra is hosting a youth meeting on the island of Pico. The meeting aims to prepare for Aldeia 2027.

    SourcesDiocese of Angra

  7. 07
    Diocese of Angra promotes 3rd Educational Forum
    discussEducation5d ago
    Diocese of Angra

    The Diocese of Angra promotes the 3rd Educational Forum, "Vozes do futuro: escutar para educar". The event takes place on September 4 at the Universidade dos Açores campus in Angra do Heroísmo. The Cáritas is involved.

    SourcesDiocese of Angra

  8. 08
    Verónica Almada participates in catechesis formation
    discussEducation5d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Verónica Almada, from Cabo Verde, participates in a catechesis formation course in Fátima to become a better catechist in the Netherlands. The course is part of the Missionárias Reparadoras do Sagrado Coração de Jesus formation. Almada has lived in Portugal for 22 years and currently works as a catechist in the Netherlands.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  9. 09
    Pope Leo discusses human greatness and artificial intelligence
    discussVatican5d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Pope Leo discusses human greatness and artificial intelligence in the third chapter of his encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas'. He analyzes the technocratic paradigm in a globalized world. The Pope reminds that the greatness of the human person is at stake.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  10. 10
    Juventude Mariana Vicentina sends 3 laypeople on mission to Mozambique
    discussReligious Orders5d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Juventude Mariana Vicentina sends 3 laypeople to Mozambique for the Renascer para a Esperança project. The project supports children and young people in education, food and health.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  11. 11
    Diocese of Leiria-Fátima celebrates Santo Agostinho
    discussDioceses5d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    The Diocese of Leiria-Fátima celebrates the feast day of Santo Agostinho, its patron saint. The celebration will take place in the church dedicated to him in Leiria. A Eucharist will be held at 21h00.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  12. 12
    Pope Leão discusses AI in encyclical
    discussVatican5d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Pope Leão discusses the promises of Artificial Intelligence in his encyclical 'Magnifica Humanitas'. He analyzes the technocratic paradigm and reminds that 'more powerful does not necessarily mean better'.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

Thursday, August 27

8 stories · 2 corroborated
  1. 01
    Pope Leo XIV receives Portuguese Episcopal Conference
    discussBishops6d ago

    The new presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV The meeting was marked by dialogue on the life of the Church in Portugal.

    2 sourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaDiocese of Santarém

    The new presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received in audience by Pope Leo XIV The meeting was marked by dialogue on the life of the Church in Portugal. The conference discussed the main challenges facing the Church and society.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–FátimaDiocese of Santarém

  2. 02
    Bishops renew invitation to Pope to visit Portugal
    discussBishops5d ago

    The presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received by Pope Leo XIV They renewed the invitation for the Pope to visit Portugal.

    2 sourcesDiocese of AngraAgência Ecclesia

    The presidency of the Portuguese Episcopal Conference was received by Pope Leo XIV They renewed the invitation for the Pope to visit Portugal. The visit is expected to happen as soon as possible.

    SourcesDiocese of AngraAgência Ecclesia

  3. 03
    Diocese of Angra extends deadline for logo and hymn proposals
    discussDioceses5d ago
    Diocese of Angra

    The Diocese of Angra has extended the deadline for proposals for the logo and hymn of the Aldeia da Fraternidade 2027. Five proposals have been received so far. The new deadline is August 28.

    SourcesDiocese of Angra

  4. 04
    Diocese of Angra holds Senhor Santo Cristo da Caldeira festival
    discussCatholic Life5d ago
    Diocese of Angra

    The Diocese of Angra holds the Senhor Santo Cristo da Caldeira festival in São Jorge. The festival includes confessions, terço and mass.

    SourcesDiocese of Angra

  5. 05
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima publishes 400th REDE edition
    discussDioceses6d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The Diocese of Leiria–Fátima has published its 400th edition of REDE, a digital magazine. The magazine was launched in January 2019.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  6. 06
    Chaínça celebrates Santa Quitéria with faith, tradition and great popular participation
    discussCatholic Life6d ago
    Diocese of Leiria–Fátima

    The community of Chaínça, in the parish of Santa Catarina da Serra, celebrated the feast of Santa Quitéria. The event was marked by faith, tradition and great popular participation.

    SourcesDiocese of Leiria–Fátima

  7. 07
    Departamento Nacional da Pastoral Juvenil launches 12-month digital spiritual preparation for World Youth Day
    discussCatholic Life6d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    The Departamento Nacional da Pastoral Juvenil and Passo-a-Rezar have launched a 12-month digital spiritual preparation for World Youth Day. The initiative is aimed at young people who plan to attend the event in Seul, Coreia do Sul. The preparation will start today.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

  8. 08
    Padre Leonel Claro shares joy and simplicity
    discussCatholic Life6d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Padre Leonel Claro, a Comboni missionary, lived in Chad for 20 years. He learned to share joy and simplicity.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

Wednesday, August 26

2 stories · none yet corroborated
  1. 01
    Diocese of Beja celebrates Dia Diocesano on 19 September
    discussDioceses6d ago
    Diocese of Beja

    The Diocese of Beja celebrates Dia Diocesano on 19 September. The event is announced on the diocese's website.

    SourcesDiocese of Beja

  2. 02
    Padre Leonel Claro served 20 years in Chad
    discussReligious Orders6d ago
    Agência Ecclesia

    Padre Leonel Claro, a Comboni missionary, spent 20 years in Chad. He was ordained in 1989 and worked in Chad from 1994 to 2004 and again from 2006 to 2025.

    SourcesAgência Ecclesia

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