Colombia

On the Feast of the Assumption, the pope invoked Mary’s intercession for “those communities that are in particular need of consolation and of renewed hope.”

The pope’s donation, the bishops said, will be used to address the most pressing needs after the quake in Colombia, and the Vatican said it would provide additional assistance

(OSV News) — Messages of solidarity from bishops’ conferences across Latin America poured in as rescue workers race against time to save victims still trapped beneath the rubble in multiple …

The pope was deeply saddened by the loss of life and destruction following a powerful earthquake that struck Colombia Aug. 10, leaving more than 100 dead.

The Augustinian pope did not disappoint pilgrims waiting in the July Italian sun at Castel Gandolfo town square, delivering a reflection in a relaxed mood during his summer vacation.

“Bishops across the country have emphasized the … need to work toward a peace with social justice, based on dialogue, reconciliation, and respect for life.”

Despite the downturn, Catholicism remains Latin America’s largest religion, with Catholics in the study’s six focus nations ranging from 46% to 67% of the respective general populations. 

Over 300 faith initiatives are supported by the special collection for the Church in Latin America.

The federal government shutdown extended into its third week while the East Wing of the White House was demolished amid President Trump’s plans for a ballroom.

“We commend him now into the loving and merciful hands of our God, Father, Son and Holy Spirit, with the help of Mary, our Blessed Mother.”