Soon in the Church?: On 6 July, Anglican Wells Cathedral in Somerset, England, installed a 15-metre inflatable dragon in rainbow colours in the nave as the centrepiece of its "Mythical Creatures" summer exhibition. The exhibition runs until 1 September. The building is used for the invalid "Eucharists" of the Anglican State church.
Inflatable dragon at Wells Cathedral. During an invalid Anglican "Eucharist".
A 31-year-old Polish man, identified by regional media as Bartłomiej Włodzimierz Krakowiak, has been arrested for vandalizing the Marian shrine of Medjugorje during the night of 27–28 July, just days before Mladifest, which is expected to attract around 50,000 young pilgrims. "Medjugorje Is a Deception" The suspect allegedly poured black paint over statues of the Virgin Mary on Apparition Hill and at the Blue Cross, wrote "Devil in a skirt" on one statue. He hung banners accusing the six visionaries of being "frauds - I have proof", spray-painted slogans including "Medjugorje is a deception," "Only Jesus," and "Mary = devil," and set fire to the recently renovated outdoor altar behind St. James Church. He was arrested hours later in Černo, near Ljubuški, heading toward the Croatian border. Former Pilgrim The case is particularly striking because the suspect had previously visited Medjugorje as a pilgrim. Regional media report that in 2017 he walked 1,300 km from Warsaw to the shrine, …Ebisinga
Pope Saint Victor I | The African Pope Who Strengthened Church Unity | Feast Day July 28 Today, the Church honours Pope Victor I, whose feast day is celebrated on July 28. Saint Victor I served as Bishop of Rome from approximately AD 189 to 199. Born in Roman Africa, he is recognised as one of the early African popes, reminding us that from the earliest centuries the Catholic Church embraced believers from many nations and cultures. During his papacy, one of the greatest challenges facing the Church was disagreement over the date of the celebration of Easter. Different Christian communities followed different customs. Pope Victor worked tirelessly to promote a common celebration of the Lord's Resurrection, emphasising the importance of unity within the universal Church. Although his approach was sometimes firm, his efforts helped pave the way for greater unity in Christian worship. Saint Victor also defended the true faith against false teachings that threatened the Church and …Ebisinga
Why You Won’t Be Able To Afford Food By Winter $40 for a fruit tray and $7 for a single can of vegetables isn’t just "inflation" it’s a warning sign of a system in total collapse. Across the globe, families are being forced to put basic survival needs on credit cards and payday loans just to keep a meal on the table. A global crop failure is colliding with a 1930s-style Dust Bowl repeat standing on the precipice of massive civil unrest and history shows us exactly what happens when the masses go hungry.
Berlin’s homosex march 'Christopher Street Day' is a “joyful and moving celebration.” That is what pro-homosexual Archbishop Heiner Koch of Berlin told KNA on Sunday. He spoke after an attack on the march on Saturday evening. One woman was killed, and at least 31 others were injured, some of them seriously. The attacker, Abdul B., 21, drove a car into the crowd and was later - conveniently for the justice system and politicians - shot dead during a police operation. The full context of Archbishop Koch's statement is: "How terrible! To brutally destroy such a joyful and moving celebration. We keep all the victims, their families, friends, and everyone whose joy has been taken away by hatred in our prayers. Hatred must not prevail." Abdul B. was born in Berlin in 2005 and grew up there. His parents are from Lebanon, and he held German citizenship. His family belongs to a large extended clan. He had been known to the security authorities for years and was considered part of the Islamist …Ebisinga
I didn't think I should wait later today. “I do not know to what extent our government is ready to make such a decision,” he said. “The victory of the Russian Federation in this war, in this special military operation, is in our interests, because we are not talking only about sovereignty and the existential danger to Russia itself, which NATO, the European Union and the United States are trying to pose in every possible way.”
Article here for those who want to translate it easier. Russia’s victory over Ukraine to benefit all humanity – academic Moscow is a bulwark against NATO and the EU, which are trying to erode national sovereignty in countries like Greece, Dimitrios Patelis has said Russia’s victory in the Ukraine conflict would serve the interests of “all peace-loving humanity” by checking NATO and EU encroachment on national sovereignty, Greek philosophy professor Dimitrios Patelis has told RT. Patelis, who teaches at the Technical University of Crete, made the remarks in an interview aired on Tuesday, saying that Greece’s NATO and EU commitments have pushed national security “into the background.” He argued that pan-European legislation is now taking precedence over national law and effectively negates sovereignty and independence for member states such as Greece. In this vein, the professor alluded to reports that Athens is under sustained pressure from NATO and EU partners to transfer Patriot air …Ebisinga
New Zealand to Build First New Cathedral in Over 120 Years: The Diocese of Christchurch has unveiled the design for the new Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament, which will stand on the site of the original cathedral destroyed after the devastating Canterbury earthquakes (2010-2011). The new cathedral will preserve historic stained-glass windows. It's a roughly $80 million New Zealand dollar project (about US$46m). The diocese is currently in a fundraising phase. Partner is the architecture firm Warren and Mahoney. The style is "an ancient design, a Romanesque and Gothic hybrid model".
Designs released for the Cathedral of the Blessed Sacrament in Christchurch What do you think?
July 24, 2026 On 25 July 2026, the feast of St James, Most Reverend Father Michael Mary, F.SS.R. will be consecrated a Bishop of the Roman Catholic Church by Most Reverend Bishop Pierre Roy on the holy island of Papa Stronsay. The Co-Consecrators will be Most Reverend Bishop Rodrigo Ribeiro da Silva and Most Reverend Bishop Fernando Altamira. Source: Episcopal Consecration of Most Reverend Father …
That under Pope Francis "certain difficulties and troubles became evident" is "undeniable." So said Archbishop Georg Gänswein, who turns 70 on Thursday, in an interview published by Katholisch.de on July 27. Monsignor Gänswein believes Leo XIV recognizes these problems and is addressing them. In Germany, the chief concern of Monsignor Gänswein remains the "Synodal Way": "The tensions surrounding the Synodal Way and various initiatives that break away from the Catholic faith continue to exist and await a final resolution. For many Catholics in Germany who simply want to live their faith, this is a millstone around their neck." Contradicting his own criticism, however, Archbishop Gänswein said he has "a good impression" of the new president of the German bishops' conference, Bishop Heiner Wilmer of Münster. He is a leading supporter of and affirmative voter for the German Synodal Way. #newsWbfhggjvyv
“My concern centres on that unwieldy term, the ‘Synodal Path’,” Archbishop Gänswein said. “Fruitless debates about structures and similar issues tie up vital energy in the wrong areas.”
Pilgrims Celebrate Outdoor Dawn Mass Instead of Basilica Liturgy at Covadonga: At dawn today, pilgrims of the sixth Our Lady of Christendom Pilgrimage in Spain celebrated a traditional outdoor Mass at their campsite in Sevares, Asturias. The Mass was not allowed in the Basilica of Covadonga. After Mass, the pilgrims continued on foot to Covadonga, where they concluded with prayer and the singing of the Te Deum before the Blessed Sacrament. The three-day pilgrimage, held from 25–27 July, covered nearly 100 kilometers from Oviedo to Covadonga and drew more than 1,700 participants.
Misa tradicional de campaña celebrada hoy al amanecer en Sebares (Asturias) al no poder celebrarse en la Basílica de Covadonga
Nudity at the Cathedral Steps? What Happened at Santa Ana Square | SG News What recently took place at Santa Ana Square in front of the Cathedral of Santa Ana in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spain, has raised deep concerns among believers. Hundreds gathered nude for body painting directly on the steps of the main church—a space dedicated to worship and holy Mass—all under the guise of "city marketing." To make matters worse, faithful parishioners were temporarily blocked from attending morning Mass on the feast day of Santa Ana. As Christians, how do we balance loving everyone with standing firm for the dignity and sanctity of God's house? Watch to learn more and join the prayer for reverence and clarity. Stay Updated with @SGNEWS-SG – Faith, Society & Global Christian Perspective
Nacktheit auf den Stufen der Kathedrale? Was geschah auf der Plaza de Santa Ana | SG News Was sich kürzlich auf dem Santa-Ana-Platz vor der Kathedrale Santa Ana in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria, Spanien, ereignete, hat bei Gläubigen tiefe Besorgnis ausgelöst. Hunderte versammelten sich nackt, um sich direkt auf den Stufen der Hauptkirche – einem Ort, der dem Gottesdienst und der Heiligen Messe gewidmet ist – mit Körperbemalung zu verschönern – alles unter dem Deckmantel von „Stadtmarketing“. Erschwerend kam hinzu, dass gläubige Gemeindemitglieder am Festtag der Heiligen Ana vorübergehend vom Besuch der Morgenmesse ausgeschlossen wurden. Wie können wir als Christen die Nächstenliebe mit dem Eintreten für die Würde und Heiligkeit des Gotteshauses in Einklang bringen? Sehen Sie sich das Video an, um mehr zu erfahren, und schließen Sie sich dem Gebet für Ehrfurcht und Klarheit an. Bleiben Sie informiert mit @SGNEWS-SG – Glaube, Gesellschaft & Globale christliche Perspektive
Leo XIV Returned to the Vatican: Leo XIV returned to the Vatican on Monday evening after a three-week summer holiday at Castel Gandolfo. His upcoming schedule includes Assisi (August 6), San Marino and Rimini (August 22), an apostolic journey to France (September 25–28) with visits to Paris, Lourdes, Metz and UNESCO headquarters, and the World Meeting on the implementation of Amoris laetitia at the Vatican (October 7–14). A visit to Peru is expected in November, although the Holy See has not yet officially announced it.
Pope Leo XIV concludes his summer vacation in Castel Gandolfo and has returned to the Vatican.
Peter was crucified upside down I wonder what going to happen when Nero gets tired of this puppet . Should never borrowed money ( usuary) from that family ran bank. Yes, the Holy See historically borrowed money from the Rothschild family during the 19th century (decades before the modern Vatican Bank, the Institute for the Works of Religion, was formally founded in 1942). [1, 2, 3, 4] Historical Loans First Loan (1832): Arranged during the pontificate of Pope Gregory XVI for £400,000 (involving James Mayer de Rothschild and Carl Mayer von Rothschild) to help stabilize papal finances after the Napoleonic Wars. [1] Second Loan (1850s): Issued during the pontificate of Pope Pius IX following the collapse of the Roman Republic to provide immediate liquidity and cover state debts. [1, 2] Key Context Papal Banker: James de Rothschild effectively became a key financial agent for the Holy See, and 19th-century reference books like the Jewish Encyclopedia even dubbed the family the "…Ebisinga
Medjugorje Has Been Vandalized: Two acts of vandalism have targeted the Marian shrine at Medjugorje. According to local authorities, the outdoor altar at St James's Church was set on fire. Furthermore, graffiti was found on a statue of Our Lady at Podbrdo, including the words 'Devil in a skirt'. The first report concerning the statue was received by the police at 4:30 a.m., followed by a second report at 5:00 a.m. after the altar was set alight. The fire was quickly extinguished before it could spread to the church. Investigators are reviewing surveillance footage of the suspected arsonist.
*GRAVISSIMO ATTO DI ODIO E SFREGIO ATTUATO L'ALTRA NOTTE IN UN LUOGO MARIANO.* *MEDJUGORJE* POCHI GIORNI PRIMA DELLE GIORNATE DELLA PREGHIERA CON IL FESTIVAL DEI GIOVANI. CHI È AUTORE O COMPLICE DI QUESTE AZIONI BLASFEME, PROFANATRICI, DIABOLOCHE, È, COME DICE SANT'AGOSTINO, VITTIMA DESIGNATA DEL MALE, E SI STA SCAVADO DA SOLO LA FOSSA DAVANTI AI PROPRI PIEDI! CHI PUÒ SI UNISCA ALLA RIPARAZIONE E ALLA CONVERSIONE DI QUESTI NEMICI. INVOCANDO IL MIRACOLO DI SAN LONGINO POSSANO ACCOGLIERE COME LUI QUELLA IMMENSA GRAZIA. DA ASSASSINI A SANTI. *Giro nella Divina Volontà per riparare lo scempio compiuto alla statua della Gospa* Gesù, nel Tuo Divino Volere, insieme alla nostra dolce Madre, percorro questo luogo benedetto e mi unisco a tutti gli atti d'amore, di preghiera, di lacrime e di riparazione che la Santissima Trinità, la Vergine Maria e tutti i Santi hanno compiuto e compiono per l'Umanità. Vengo ai piedi della Madre e, nel Tuo FIAT, raccolgo tutto l'amore dei figli fedeli per ricoprire …Ebisinga
The heat has already become one of the main sources of discontent among visitors. On social media, comments from tourists in various languages are multiplying, complaining about high temperatures in the galleries, made worse by the huge influx of people who travel the unique exhibition route every day... ...According to reports circulating in museum circles, in recent days there was a malfunction of the system in the room dedicated to Henri Matisse, where the original preparatory cartoons for the stained glass windows of the Chapel of the Rosary in Vence are kept. These are particularly delicate works. Matisse made these large cartoons by applying and gluing colored, cut papers onto a base support, a technique that makes the material especially sensitive to temperature changes and, above all, to humidity. Again according to reports, the malfunction caused hot and humid air to enter the room just as Rome was experiencing extreme temperatures outside. Some photos taken by tour guides …Ebisinga
Pro-homosexual Archbishop John C. Wester of Santa Fe, New Mexico, defended "our Muslim neighbors' right to worship" in a July 27 statement. He had heard in recent weeks concerns from some residents regarding the proposal to build a mosque and community center in Albuquerque's North Valley. "Our Muslim neighbors have the same God-given and constitutionally protected right to worship freely as every other faith community, including our own. Defending that right is not only a civic duty but a core element of Catholic teaching", the Archbishop wrote. According to Monsignor Wester, supporting the construction of a mosque is entirely consistent with Catholic tradition and moral commitments. He urged Catholics to "choose respect, dialogue, and peaceful coexistence." In 2025, it emerged that, Archbishop Wester promoted and lived with a priest who had spent ten years in a registered homosexual relationship. Picture: AI, #newsXofkbkkgnx
The Revelations of Saint Bridget - AUDIOBOOK. 1 The Revelations of Saint Birgitta 1.1 Prologue by Master Mathias 2 Prologue 3 Chapter 1 - On Christ's Good Deeds and the People's Ingratitude; Birgitta Must Love Him above All Else 4 Chapter … Bride 5 Chapter 3 - Birgitta Must Love and Fear God and Seek Guidance … EXPLANATION 6 Chapter 4 - Birgitta Must Learn to Discern between Good … Chapter 5 - About a Besieged Castle 8 Chapter 6 - On the Arming … Passion 13 Chapter 11 - On Christ's Passion and How Birgitta Can … EXPLANATION 20 Chapter 18 - Instructions about a "House" (i.e., a New Monastery) 21 Chapter 19 - On People'… God 22 Chapter 20 - On the Chastity and Humility of the Bride … Repute Are Graphically Described; St. Lawrence Explains the Vision …"Bride" 27 Chapter 25 - Why Christ Tolerates the Wicked 28 Chapter … Mary 32 Chapter 30 - On Three Instruments of the Passion; Birgitta Must Have Three Things in Her Heart 33 Chapter 31 - John the Baptist Praises the Beauty and Virtues …
Rev. Gerald Murray Questions Vatican's Rupnik Trial: The New York-based canon lawyer criticises the lack of transparency in the Vatican's canonical trial against Marko Rupnik. "Why don't we know who the judges are?" he asked talking to Raymond Arroyo on 25 July. Rev Murray also pointed out that "we don't know which charges" are being levelled against Rupnik. Finally, he argues that victims who provided evidence should have the right to participate in the process. "The whole thing is a horrific problem."
Michael Haynes - Lawyer for Rupnik's alleged victims said the Vatican has made no cont... Lawyer for Rupnik's alleged victims said the Vatican has made no contact “Why don’t we know who the judges are?” adds @GeraldMurray8 “The whole thing is a horrific problem & the Holy See has not lived up to expectations it gives when victims come forward” On @CatholicHerald Michael Haynes (@MLJHaynes) on X