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Pope in Assisi: Build a civilisation of love, not division
Posted on 08/6/2026 01:45 AM ()
At Santa Maria degli Angeli, the first stop on his pastoral visit, the Pope answers questions from young people and explains that Gospel radicalism is “the opposite of fundamentalism: it does not make us blind and violent, but sensitive and attentive,” and welcoming towards all.
SIGNIS Africa renews its leadership
Posted on 08/5/2026 16:35 PM ()
SIGNIS Africa, the Catholic association for media practitioners, has ushered in a new board of directors. For the first time since its inception in 2001, women make up the majority of the board. The election took place on the sidelines of the SIGNIS World Congress happening in Kigali, Rwanda, from 03 August to 08 August 2026. Fr Fidele Mutabazi, a Rwandan priest of the Archdiocese of Kigali, was elected new SIGNIS Africa President.
Africa's Synodal Journey to 2028 Begins with Call to Build a Listening Church Across the Continent
Posted on 08/5/2026 16:00 PM ()
More than 50 delegates representing seven regional episcopal conferences of Africa, Madagascar and the Islands concluded the first preparatory seminar for the 2028 Ecclesial Assembly on Wednesday August 5th with a renewed commitment to foster a more synodal and missionary Church across the continent.
Archbishop Colombo: Pope’s visit to Argentina will bring a message of peace
Posted on 08/5/2026 10:57 AM ()
Archbishop Marcelo Colombo, President of the Argentine Bishops’ Conference, expresses joy knowing that they will be welcoming Pope Leo to their country in November.
Church in Uruguay: Pope’s visit will strengthen faith and hope
Posted on 08/5/2026 09:26 AM ()
Bishop Milton Tróccoli, President of the Uruguayan Bishops’ Conference, says Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Visit from 6 to 8 November will be a gift for the country and an opportunity to strengthen evangelisation, renew hope and reaffirm the Christian roots of the Uruguayan people.
Indonesia: One Dollar, 219 Churches
Posted on 08/5/2026 09:18 AM ()
How an Indonesian lay movement discovered that rebuilding the Church begins with rebuilding hearts
Confucian-Christian Colloquium Final Statement: Building a harmonious world
Posted on 08/5/2026 09:10 AM ()
In a Final Statement, participants in the First Confucian-Christian Colloquium, held in Seoul, South Korea, pledge to continue to deepen friendship and dialogue between the two traditions, and to work together for the flourishing of humanity and the whole community of life.
Pope’s visit to Peru: A source of hope for a people seeking peace
Posted on 08/5/2026 08:49 AM ()
Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru from 11 to 17 November, Cardinal Carlos Castillo, Archbishop of Lima, speaks of the joy with which the Church and the Peruvian people are awaiting the Holy Father.
SIGNIS World Congress 2026: communication at the service of peace
Posted on 08/5/2026 06:18 AM ()
Being disciples before influencers, giving a voice to the voiceless, addressing the anthropological challenges posed by artificial intelligence, safeguarding children in the digital environment, and promoting peace and care for creation were among the central themes of the first plenaries and panels of the SIGNIS World Congress taking place in Kigali, Rwanda.
Pope Leo to visit Uruguay, Argentina and Peru in November
Posted on 08/5/2026 04:00 AM ()
The Holy See Press Office announces that Pope Leo will make an Apostolic Journey to Uruguay, Argentina and Peru in November 2026.