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Brisbane Archdiocese backs antisemitism bill, questions curbs on free speech
Brisbane Archdiocese is voicing support for a new Queensland bill targeting antisemitism and terrorism that increases penalties for people interrupting Masses, assaulting priests and stealing from churches, but questions sections targeting free speech and religious freedom. Source: The Catholic Leader.
‘Deep sense of peace’: Bishop-elect prepares for new chapter in his life
As Bishop-elect Mark Freeman prepares for his episcopal ordination and installation as Bishop of Ballarat on March 19, the desire to fully embrace this new chapter in his priestly vocation is foremost in his mind. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Pope will be on the move in 2026
Pope Leo XIV will visit ground zero of Europe’s migration drama, the Sicilian island of Lampedusa, and also minister to Italians poisoned by years of toxic dumping by the mafia, according to travel plans announced on Thursday by the Vatican. Source: Crux.
International study links ‘doomscrolling’ to suicide
An international study has identified a link between screen time, suicide and self-harm in adolescents. Source: Australian Catholic University.
Victoria’s upper house reverses High Court decision on Church liability
Victoria’s upper house has passed the Vicarious Liability Bill unopposed, reversing a High Court decision that found the Catholic Church could not be sued for the actions of a priest. Source: ABC News.
Strong employment figures could result in another rate rise
Australia’s unemployment rate held steady at 4.1 per cent for January with nearly 18,000 jobs created, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics released on Thursday. Source: SBS News.
Catholic leaders call for Lenten prayers amid drought
Catholic leaders across Eastern Africa are urging prayers and action this Lent for millions facing a deepening drought crisis. Source: OSV News.
France in shock over murder of young convert
The alleged murder at the hands of far-left activists of a young Frenchman who had converted to Catholicism has caused profound shock in France. Source: EWTN News.
Downton Abbey spoof is silly and funny
In “Fackham Hall” a new porter forms an odd bond with the youngest daughter of a well-known English family, as they deal with the epic disaster of their eldest daughter’s wedding. Source: Australian Catholics.