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Bishop Paul McAleenan, Lead Bishop for Migrants and Refugees for the Bishops' Conference, has welcomed new Prime Minister Andy Burnham's comments on migrant Channel crossings this morning in Dover, 3 August, in which he recognised that, "we also need to build a system that offers safe routes for people as well, because that also takes away the selling point of the gangs." The Catholic Church has l... Read More

On 24 June, two earthquakes measuring 7.2 and 7.5 struck northern Venezuela, causing deep sorrow, loss of life and severe material damage in various regions of the country. In the aftermath of the devastating earthquakes, the emergency is far from over. Thousands of families remain without safe shelter, while communities continue to grieve the loss of loved ones, search for missing family members ... Read More

Toine van Teeffelen writes from Bethlehem: One of the reasons for us to live over the years in the West Bank, apart from practical considerations such as caring for family, is the opportunity to take remarkable walks through the often breathtaking rolling hills. The landscape is surprisingly diverse. From Bethlehem, for example, a twenty-minute drive is enough to reach the desert. Along the way, y... Read More

Christ truly satisfies humanity's hunger, Pope Leo XIV told the faithful during his midday Angelus address on Sunday. Reflecting on the day's Gospel according to St Matthew on the miracle of the loaves and the fishes, the Pope noted that Jesus not only restores the senses of those who lack them, but also nourishes humanity with His abundant gifts. In the Gospel passage, St Matthew tells how Jesus,... Read More

One of the greatest strengths of the Catholic Church is its diversity. Sadly far to often diversity becomes a source of division and conflict rather than joy and fellowship. Let us not forget the words in Corinthians Chapter 1 where we are reminded that we are all one body or indeed Psalm 133 which talks about dwelling in unity! Joanna Bogle has produced a wonderfully informative little book explo... Read More

Gospel of 3 August 2026 Matthew 14:22-36 After the crowd had eaten and were satisfied: Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go before him to the other side, while he dismissed the crowds. And after he had dismissed the crowds, he went up on the mountain by himself to pray. When evening came, he was there alone, but the boat by this time was a long way from the land, beaten by... Read More

Genius? Madman? Saint? The story of Antoni Gaudí, internationally renowned visionary architect responsible for Barcelona's towering Sagrada Familia, is told in this new production at the Haldane Theatre, Surgeons Quarter, Nicolson St, EH8 9DW, Edinburgh from 7-15 August. Written and directed by Stephen Callaghan, this revised version of the 2014 sell-out Fringe play marks the centenary of Ga... Read More

Every year, on 6 and 9 August, we remember the victims of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki. In an increasingly fragile world, where the nuclear threat has once again become a tangible reality, this commemoration is not only a moment of mourning, but a genuine call to conscience. The campaign "Lanterns for Peace: from Hiroshima to the World", developed by Pax Christi International and ... Read More

His Excellency Archbishop Miguel Maury Buendía, Apostolic Nuncio to Great Britain, was the Principal Celebrant and Preacher at the Church of the Immaculate Conception, Farm Street Church on Saturday for the Patronal Feast of St Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus. The beautiful music performed by Farm Street choir under the leadership of organist and director David Graham included... Read More

The Catholic Diocese of Lokoja in central Nigeral has announced the death of one of its priests, Rev Fr Samuel Opeyemi Oyetoro. The official announcement was contained in an statement issued by the Diocese's Chancery Office on July 29, 2026. "It is with profound sorrow and in the hope of the resurrection that the Catholic Diocese of Lokoja announces the passing of our beloved priest, Fr Samuel Ope... Read More

Pax Christi New York State sent the following letter to Santa Fe Archbishop John Wester, with close to 100 signatures from across a wide spectrum of notable people, religious, scientists, people with political resumes, and more. Special thanks to Jack Gilroy of PCNYS and Veterans for Peace for initiating this effort. Dear Archbishop Wester: Congratulations on being named Pax Christi USA's Teacher... Read More

Fr Yacoub Rafidi in conversation with Edmund Adamus and Brendan Metcalfe Friends of the Holy Land recorded at the WeBelieve festival for Radio Maria. Charlotte (Radio Maria): This upcoming session is very special. It is called 'What's Going On in the Holy Land?' The Holy Land often reaches us through headlines, statistics and political arguments. This afternoon, we have the privilege of hearing d... Read More

I attended the WeBelieve Festival of Catholic Faith in 2026 at St Mary's College, Oscott. I attended last year and did not think that second time could be better but I was wrong. It was awesome again! WeBelieve is the one Catholic Festival that has taught me so much more about our rich Catholic faith! How could anyone not be or desire to be Catholic? The highlights for me were the Holy Mass homily... Read More

Gospel of 2 August 2026 Matthew 14:13-21 At that time: When Jesus heard of the death of John the Baptist, he withdrew in a boat to a desolate place by himself. But when the crowds heard it, they followed him on foot from the towns. When he went ashore he saw a great crowd, and he had compassion on them and healed their sick. Now when it was evening, the disciples came to him and said, 'This is a d... Read More