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Family law – Murdoch, Murdoch and Murdoch
In the more than three decades since the University of Notre Dame Australia opened its doors, few have been part of its fabric quite like the Murdoch family.
Religious freedom ensures other rights, Vatican diplomat says
Governments should exercise “a detached neutrality” towards religions, the Vatican’s secretary for relations with states told a conference last week. Source: The Tablet.
Pope appeals for end to violence in Congo
Pope Francis has called for peace in the conflict-stricken Democratic Republic of Congo and urged its government and the international community to work jointly to safeguard lives by ending violence in the country. Source: UCA News.
Archaeological find in Israel a ‘greeting from Christian pilgrims’
According to the Israel Antiquities Authority, the discovery of a Byzantine-period church in the northern Negev opens a window to the world of Christian pilgrims. Source: OSV News.
Sport can open the way to Christ
The Church and sport can learn from each other in many ways. The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has published a new document that explains how sport is a gift that can draw people closer to Christ. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
NDIS overhaul blocks hospital funding negotiations
State and territory hospital funding negotiations are on pause to focus on the overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, despite public hospitals being under pressure. Source: ABC News.
A surfing nun and a Tik Tok priest: The new wave of conservative Catholics
Self-confessed rugby addict Jessica Langrell’s ambition was to represent Australia at the Olympics. She turned down a training squad invite and swapped her leather ball for a nun’s habit. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
Education director retires after 23 years feeling ‘truly blessed’
Catholic Education Rockhampton has farewelled Leesa Jeffcoat at a Mass of Thanksgiving at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Rockhampton, as she concludes her time as director after more than two decades in the role.
NSW Equality Bill will hurt the bush, says independent MP
Members of a committee examining New South Wales’ LGBT Equality Bill voted against more than a dozen amendments to their report, which aimed at bringing clarity to a “rushed” process before it was tabled in Parliament. Source: The Catholic Weekly.