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Full text of Pope Leo’s Aug. 19 general audience

The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s general audience address given August 19 in St. Peter’s Basilica. Dear brothers and sisters, The sixth chapter of the Constitution Sacrosanctum Concilium (SC) of the Second Vatican Council is dedicated to …

The Pope Links Wars to Environmental Degradation

On the occasion of the 11th World Day of Prayer for the Care of Creation, Pope Leo XIV has released his message for September 1, in which it calls for redirecting resources allocated to wars toward protecting the planet and promoting holistic human …

Pope: Sacred music must be ‘dignified’

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the celebration, which means it is much more than something “decorative,” Pope Leo XIV said. “In the liturgy, to sing and to play music means to pray, …

POPE’S MESSAGE | Music during the liturgy is an act of prayer

(Vatican Media) Pope Leo XIV talked to visitors and pilgrims during his weekly general audience in St. Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on Aug. 19. VATICAN CITY — Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the …

Sacred music must be 'dignified,' reflecting the mystery being celebrated, Pope Leo says

Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the celebration, which means it is much more than something "decorative," Pope Leo XIV said. "In the liturgy, to sing and to play music means to pray, attuning …

Sacred music must be 'dignified,' reflecting the mystery being celebrated, pope says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) – Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the celebration, which means it is much more than something "decorative," Pope Leo XIV said. "In the liturgy, to sing and to play music …

Sacred music must be ‘dignified,’ reflecting the mystery being celebrated, pope says

VATICAN CITY (CNS) — Singing and playing music during the liturgy is an integral and necessary part of the celebration, which means it is much more than something “decorative,” Pope Leo XIV said. “In the liturgy, to sing and to play music means to pray, …

Pope takes up theme of sacred music

In the liturgy, to sing and to play music means to pray, attuning one’s heart to that of our sisters and brothers and to God, through active participation in the mystery that is being celebrated. Copy linkArchive article Pope Leo dedicated the general …

Full text: Pope Leo XIV’s general audience given August 19, 2026

(OSV News) — The following is the full text of Pope Leo XIV’s general audience address given August 19 in St. Peter’s Basilica. Catechesis. The Documents of the Second Vatican Council. III. Constitution Sacrosanctum Concilium. 7. Sacred Music Dear brothers …

Pope Leo XIV Recalls Polish Priest Martyred under Communism

Carmen Álvarez Cuadrado The 23rd of August is Black Ribbon Day, when Europe honors the victims of totalitarian regimes and those who died under Stalinism, Nazism, fascism and communism. During his greeting to Polish pilgrims at Wednesday’s audience, Pope …

10 things to know about San Marino ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s visit

Pope Leo XIV will make a pastoral visit to the Republic of San Marino on Aug. 22, becoming only the third pontiff to visit the country after Pope Benedict XVI and St. John Paul II. During his visit, the pope will meet with authorities, lead Eucharistic …

Three Popes Can’t Be Wrong: Robert Hugh Benson’s ‘Lord of the World’

Home › Articles › Three Popes Can’t Be Wrong: Robert Hugh Benson’s ‘Lord of the World’ When three popes recommend a novel, it must be a page-turner.  Lord of the World (1907) is a dystopian, apocalyptic novel. It is dystopian insofar as it describes a …

Pope Tawadros II Visit Puts Jordan’s Baptism Site in Global Christian Spotlight

CAIRO — A meeting between His Holiness Pope Tawadros II and Jordan’s Minister of Tourism and Antiquities, Dr. Emad Hejazin, has placed one of Christianity’s most sacred landscapes at the center of renewed efforts to position Jordan as a major international …

The Pope Praises Sacred Music, a Symbol of Ecclesial Communion

Music is an integral part of the liturgical action; it is not merely a decoration for the celebration. The musical tradition of the universal Church is a treasure of inestimable value that fosters communion, the Holy Father emphasized during his catechesis …

Rochester Diocese to receive first-class Archbishop Sheen relic

Related Content (1) ROCHESTER — Catholics in the Diocese of Rochester will soon have a physical link to Archbishop Fulton J. Sheen. A first-class relic of the famed cleric, who led the Rochester Diocese as its sixth bishop (1966-69), is being gifted to …

The Pope’s garden in the Vatican Gardens becomes 100% organic

The Pope's garden next to the Mater Ecclesiae monastery in the Vatican Gardens, commissioned in the Middle Ages by Pope Nicholas III Orsini, becomes 100% organic as it is managed according to the principle of caring for Creation, as set out in Pope …

Ahead of Pope Leo XIV’s Visit, 10 Things to Know About San Marino, Europe's Third-Smallest Country

San Marino has two heads of state, the captains regent, who are currently Alice Mina and Vladimiro Selva. For nearly 800 years, they have been elected by the country’s 60-member parliament, the Grand and General Council. The captains regent serve only six- …

True beauty found in enduring love, which 'ennobles and lifts us up,' Pope Leo says on feast of Assumption

Christians are called to reflect Mary's authentic beauty, which is revealed through a life of enduring love rather than worldly aesthetic standards, Pope Leo XIV said. Celebrating the Feast of the Assumption Aug. 15, the pope said the artistic …

The Assumption: Pope encourages reflection on Mary’s authentic beauty

OSV News photo/Gregorio Borgia, pool via ReutersPope Leo XIV celebrates a Mass in the Pontifical Parish of St. Thomas of Villanova, in Castel Gandolfo, Italy, Aug. 15 on the feast the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary. By JUNNO AROCHO ESTEVES, OSV …

13,200 Pounds of Rice To Be Distributed to Families in North and South Carolina

Local mosques and community partners join Zakat Foundation of America's effort to ease grocery burden for underserved and refugee families amid rising costs DURHAM, NC, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Zakat Foundation of …

Chicago Christian Band Out of the Whirlwind Releases New Inspirational Single 'Until Jesus Taught Me to Love'

CHICAGO, IL, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Chicago-based Christian band Out of the Whirlwind has released its latest single, “Until Jesus Taught Me to Love,” an upbeat, inspirational track written by the band’s keyboard …

Bible with Life Keeps Grief Blessing Songs Private by Default

Songs created for sympathy, grief, healing and comfort are never shown publicly or used in promotion, a protection families should not have to request. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Bible with Life has set a …

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Bharat Gaurav Gathering in Mumbai Connects Community, Service and Celebration Of Lokmanya Tilak’s Legacy

Community members gathered in Kandivali West, Mumbai, for a Bharat Gaurav programme connecting Hiten Bhuta’s birthday with Lokmanya Tilak’s legacy. MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, August 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Kapol Vikas Trust …

Universal Oneness Brings over 200 Organizations Together to Celebrate 'One Family, Many Traditions'

On the auspicious weekend of Raksha Bandhan, AHEAD brings communities together to celebrate culture, connection and shared humanity. NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On August 29, AHEAD (American Hindus for …

Cyndi Scott Announces the Release of Secrets of the Soil

A deeply personal memoir exploring emotional abuse, codependency, and spiritual perseverance through a story of resilience, healing, and hope. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Cyndi Scott announces the …

CATCH UP BEFORE THE PREMIERE: HOW TO BINGE SEASON 1 OF DUPONT INVESTIGATIONS BEFORE SEPTEMBER 1

Nocturne Hall shares a scene from Season 1 and a quick guide to ‘The Scourge from Carthage’ ahead of the ‘Flight of the Fallen’ premiere WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- With Season 2 of Dupont Investigations …

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Pray Focus Locks Instagram and Tiktok Until You Pray, Now on iOS and Android

The app helps you to build a real prayer habit and spend less time scrolling on social media by blocking your distracting apps on a daily basis. BERLIN, BERLIN, GERMANY, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Most people reach for their phone to check …

National Black Church Initiative Supports Community Benefit Agreements for Data Center Development

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American and Latino faith communities comprising 27.7 million members, supports the development of data …

COGIC Charities Sends $50,000 in Emergency Disaster Relief to Indiana Jurisdictions Following Devastating August Storms

Funds will support churches, families, and residents recovering from severe storms and prolonged power outages across Northwest and Central Indiana MEMPHIS, TN, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- COGIC Charities, the benevolent arm …

No Streaks, No Badges: Bible with Life Designs Devotions Against the Feed

The platform's daily verse email and 30-day prayer challenge are deliberately small: one message, one passage, no gamification and no guilt mechanics. NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Devotional apps have learned …

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Global Vikas Trust Dedicates Railway Police Facility at Borivali Station on Hiten Bhuta’s 55th Birthday

The July 23 program provided 38 lockers, computers and workplace furniture to support Railway Police personnel at Borivali Station. MUMBAI, MAHARASHTRA, INDIA, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Global Vikas Trust is highlighting a public- …

iQIBLA to Make a Debut at LEAP 2026, Unveiling New Product Strategy and Innovations Across Three Major Product Lines

RIYADH, RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA, August 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Muslim-first tech brand iQIBLA has announced that it will participate in the LEAP 2026 Tech Expo, held from August 31 to September 3, 2026, at the RECC Malham Exhibition Center in Riyadh …

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Author Benny Mailman Presents 'Finding 42: The Experiencer Series', Sharing a True Story of Global Travel & Purpose

LA CROSSE, WI, UNITED STATES, August 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Author Benny Mailman invites readers to explore the world through the lens of personal discovery with The Experiencer Series, a three-book travel memoir trilogy based on his real …

The People Who Aren’t There Examines Why Americans Are Walking Away From Church

Brad D. Nelson combines research, theology, and practical insight to help churches understand declining attendance and respond with renewed purpose. NEW YORK CITY, NY, UNITED STATES, August 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Brad D. Nelson examines …