Bishops’ Formation in Rome: Pope Leo XIV’s Vatican hosts a Sept. 2–10 formation course for 147 newly appointed bishops from five continents, a “master’s program” launched by St. John Paul II to strengthen communion and practical governance. Latin Mass Youth Surge: British traditional Latin Mass supporters say a Walsingham pilgrimage drew an “unprecedented” youth turnout, arguing the Church must offer worship with cultural and artistic depth. Liturgy Wars, Calmer Tone: Commentary on Pope Leo’s recent liturgy catechesis says he avoided direct Latin Mass debate, signaling unity without hinting at major changes. Fulton Sheen Beatification Countdown: Peoria-area Catholics prepare for Sept. 24 beatification of Archbishop Fulton Sheen, with tens of thousands expected. Pope on Water: In his September prayer video, Pope Leo urges Christians to defend water as a “right without borders,” condemning turning it into a commodity. Addiction in the Americas: Pope Leo’s message to addiction-focused leaders calls for community prevention, scientific care, justice with a human face, and pastoral support. UK’s New Ambassador to the Holy See: Tammy Sandhu becomes the first UK ambassador from an ethnic minority background to the Holy See, prioritizing peacebuilding, climate, AI governance, and ending violence against women. Music & Culture: Zakk Wylde weighs in on why some artists are moving away from full-length albums, while a new show spotlights colonial South American art at Dallas’s Meadows Museum.