Faith & Elections: The U.S. Conference of Catholic Bishops released “Outlines for Clergy Formation on Faithful Citizenship,” urging priests to help Catholics apply Catholic social teaching in public life ahead of midterms—without telling people how to vote. Ecology as Morality: A Vatican theological commission backed by Pope Leo XIV is calling ecological harm a “sin against creation and the Creator,” linking environmental damage to harm done to neighbors, especially the poorest and future generations. Vatican Energy Push: Reuters reports the Holy See plans to invest about €100m in an agrivoltaic solar project on Vatican-linked land outside Rome, aiming to power the microstate within two years. Women, Peace, UN: The Vatican told the UN that women must lead as “artisans of peace,” stressing justice, gender equality, and inclusive decision-making. Assisted Suicide Clash: Cardinal Cupich, nuns, and an Illinois pharmacist sued over a new Illinois assisted-suicide law set to take effect Sept. 12, arguing it forces religious healthcare workers to participate. Middle East Pastoral Focus: Pope Leo XIV told Latin bishops in Arab regions, “Do not be afraid of your smallness,” urging closeness to people amid tensions and Christian emigration. Colombia Earthquake Response: Vatican News highlighted “spiritual first aid” after Colombia’s 7.4 quake, with bishops and priests traveling to accompany communities rebuilding after Aug. 10 devastation.