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Pope gives practical tips for a Church in ‘permanent state of mission’
“Communion, Creativity, and Tenacity” – Pope Francis delivered these three keywords to the national directors of the Pontifical Mission Societies gathered in Rome for their annual general assembly. Source: Catholic Mission.
Pope to Buddhists: ‘Let’s work together for a more inclusive world’
Pope Francis has reiterated the importance of a closer collaboration between the Church and Buddhists to address the pressing challenges facing the world today. Source: Vatican News.
Eucharistic Congress to embrace theme of ‘fraternity to heal the world’
The International Eucharistic Congress to be held in Quito, Ecuador, this September will emphasise commitment to “life” and “fraternity”, according to the local archbishop. Source: CNA.
Pakistan bishop denounces anti-Christian violence as ‘dark day’
An attack on Christians in north-central Pakistan by an enraged Muslim mob, who accused a Christian man of having defaced the Koran, represents a “dark day” for the country’s Christian community, Pakistan’s top Catholic official has said. Source: Crux.
Government drafts hate speech bill to protect against vilification
Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus is drafting new hate speech laws that will impose criminal penalties for serious instances of vilification based on a person’s race, sexuality, gender, disability or religion. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.
Church has pivotal role to play in ongoing journey of reconciliation
The journey to reconciliation with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples is not easy, but the Catholic Church remains hopeful of healing. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Joy can change the world, Pope tells children
To change the world, children must “press ahead and be joyful”, ask why there is injustice and always help others, Pope Francis told thousands of children gathered in Rome for the Church’s first-ever World Children’s Day. Source: CNS.
Brisbane parishes receive toolkit to help fight modern slavery
Brisbane parishes can now access a new anti-slavery toolkit to help break exploitation practices and raise awareness about the reality facing tens of thousands of people in Australia. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Perth Lord Mayor promotes city’s climate reslience at Vatican summit
Perth Lord Mayor Basil Zempilas was among eight governors and 16 mayors from around the world who met Pope Francis during a three-day Vatican summit on climate resiliency. Source: The eRecord.