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  • [ August 17, 2026 ] Poland inaugurates Europe’s tallest statue of the Virgin Mary News Briefs
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New film ‘American Martyr’ tells story of Oklahoma priest and martyr Blessed Stanley Rother

August 17, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

“American Martyr” can be seen in theaters Aug. 25-26 in English and in Spanish on Aug. 27. […]

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Is the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary a holy day of obligation this year?

August 14, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 2

The obligation to attend Mass on the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary depends on what day it falls on. […]

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HarperCollins Christian Publishing announces launch of Harper Catholic

August 13, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

The new imprint will serve Catholic readers, authors, booksellers, parishes, and organizations. […]

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7 things to know about St. Clare of Assisi, the patron saint of television

August 11, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 2

The Catholic Church celebrates the feast of St. Clare of Assisi on Aug. 11. […]

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Countdown to World Youth Day Seoul 2027 begins: Here’s what we know so far

August 3, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 2

WYD Seoul 2027 will take place Aug. 3–8, 2027, in Seoul, South Korea. […]

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‘The Chosen’ cast heads into the wilderness with Bear Grylls in new series

August 3, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

“The Chosen in the Wild with Bear Grylls” premieres on Prime Video on Aug. 9. […]

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Toronto Catholics launch first conference for young professionals

August 3, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

ARISE is a full-day conference taking place on Sept. 26 in Canada’s largest city built for young professionals and Catholics from all walks of life. […]

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This is Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of August

August 1, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 2

Pope Leo XIV’s prayer intention for the month of August is for evangelization in the city. […]

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‘The Chosen’ unveils emotional Season 6 trailer depicting Christ’s passion

July 28, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 6

Season 6 of “The Chosen” will be released on Prime Video beginning Nov. 15. […]

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Steubenville Youth Conference marks 50 years, reaching over a million young people

July 20, 2026 Francesca Pollio Fenton 0

For five decades, the Steubenville Youth Conference has helped over a million young people encounter Jesus Christ. […]

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