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Pope recalls Poland’s vows to Mary under communism
Posted on 08/26/2026 07:45 AM ()
Greeting Polish pilgrims gathered to renew the Jasna Góra Vows of the Polish Nation, 70 years after they were first made in 1956, Pope Leo XIV said the vows’ call for moral renewal remains relevant today.
First woman rector of a shrine: Witnessing to the Gospel through listening
Posted on 08/26/2026 07:12 AM ()
At the Rimini Meeting, we spoke with Anna Medeossi, who has been entrusted with the care of Notre-Dame de Santa Cruz in Oran, Algeria, about her story of encounter, faith, and listening.
Pope: 'Holy Spirit is not a treasure to keep hidden, but a light to let shine each day'
Posted on 08/26/2026 03:05 AM ()
Pope Leo XIV tells recently-confirmed young people at his weekly General Audience that the Holy Spirit is "a light to let shine each day," recalling that this week the Church commemorates Saints Augustine and Monica.
Pope at Audience: Active participation in liturgy leads us to relationship with God
Posted on 08/26/2026 02:21 AM ()
At the Wednesday General Audience, Pope Leo XIV reflects on the Second Vatican Council Fathers' decision to promote liturgical reform, as he focuses on the 1963 Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy, Sacrosanctum Concilium.
Pope: Christians should seek communion and foster peace together
Posted on 08/26/2026 01:31 AM ()
Meeting with Lutheran Bishops from Norway, Pope Leo XIV encourages all Christians to work together to promote peace and justice in our turbulent times.
Archbishop Gallagher in Moscow: The war must end
Posted on 08/26/2026 00:51 AM ()
During a bilateral meeting in Moscow, the Vatican Secretary for Relations with States and International Organizations, Archbishop Paul Richard Gallagher, and Russia’s Foreign Minister, Sergey Lavrov, discuss areas of convergence on international issues and address matters concerning the Catholic community in Russia and humanitarian initiatives aimed at beginning a path toward peace between Russia and Ukraine.
Pope to celebrate Mass for Care of Creation at Castel Gandolfo
Posted on 08/25/2026 06:59 AM ()
In the Pontifical Gardens of Castel Gandolfo, Pope Leo XIV will celebrate Mass for the World Day of Prayer for Creation on September 1.
Papal Almoner’s Office supports solidarity kitchen in Ukraine
Posted on 08/25/2026 06:57 AM ()
On Thursday, August 20, 2026, Father Viktor Bilous, a staff member of the Apostolic Nunciature in Ukraine, visited a solidarity kitchen in the village of Berestia, in the Rivne region of northwestern Ukraine and delivered aid to the volunteers on behalf of the Dicastery for the Service of Charity. In an interview with Vatican News, he speaks about this initiative.
Young volunteers in Peru prepare to welcome Pope Leo
Posted on 08/25/2026 04:33 AM ()
The 130th Ordinary Plenary Assembly of the Bishops of Peru concludes with the launch of “Friends of Leo,” the official volunteer group that will bring together young people and laypeople from across the country to serve and assist pilgrims during Pope Leo XIV’s visit to Peru, scheduled for November 11–17, 2026.
Angola: Motorcycle pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Muxima
Posted on 08/25/2026 04:27 AM ()
The Diocese of Viana is preparing, on 2 September, a special pilgrimage for motorcyclists to the shrine dedicated to the Immaculate Conception, popularly known as Mama Muxima. The local Church hopes that the event will also raise awareness of road safety issues prevalent on most Angolan roads. The official days for the annual pilgrimage to the shrine are 3 – 6 September 2026.