Pope Leo Condemns "Culture of Power," Venezuela's Recovery, Family Remembers Annunciation Tragedy, and More

Thanks for listening! Let us know what you think. God bless!Maggie Murray of OSV News catches you up on the Catholic news of the day for August 24, 2026. Tune in and visit us online at osvnews.com.Read the stories in this episode:Pope Leo XIV called for a culture of love and mercy to overcome hatred, suspicion and the “culture of power,” urging people to challenge unjust structures and become courageous pioneers of change.A year after the shooting at Annunciation Catholic School and Church in Minneapolis, Molly and Matt Stommes reflect on the tragedy and the meaningful, practical support their family and community have received.Hundreds of Catholics gathered in Houston for a Mass, prayer procession and candlelight vigil honoring Lorenzo Salgado Araujo, with Church leaders and his family calling for compassion, accountability and justice.Two months after devastating earthquakes struck northern Venezuela, the Catholic Church continues its spiritual and humanitarian response as Archbishop Jesús González de Zárate emphasizes hope, mercy and solidarity with survivors.Young Catholics in the Washington Archdiocese say invitations, authentic relationships, belonging, clear teaching and keeping Christ at the center can help draw their peers to the Church and give them reasons to stay.