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Resting place of NZ’s ‘first saint’ given historic status
Heritage New Zealand has recognised the chapel and resting place of the Venerable Suzanne Aubert, who could become New Zealand’s first saint, as a place of historical significance. Source: CathNews NZ.
Catholic school hit, three students killed in India-Pakistan conflict
A Catholic school and convent in India came under shelling from Pakistani military forces last week, with three students killed, as fighting between the two countries broke out before ending quickly over the weekend. Source: CNA.
Peruvians celebrate election of ‘one of their own’
Thousands of Catholics packed the plaza outside the Cathedral of Santa Maria de Chiclayo in this northern Peruvian city to celebrate a Mass of thanksgiving for one of their own: Pope Leo XIV. Source: Catholic Review.
Pope Leo pleads for end to conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza
“Never again war!” Pope Leo XIV said from the balcony of St Peter’s Basilica in his first Sunday address yesterday before a packed crowd in the square and streets of Vatican City. Source: NCR Online.
Pope Leo says he chose name due to revolution of artificial intelligence
Pope Leo XIV chose his papal name as a commitment to the Church’s social teaching amid a new revolution in artificial intelligence. Source: Crux.
Conclave’s youngest cardinal says experience ‘unforgettable’
Cardinal Mykola Bychok, who at 45 was the youngest cardinal in the conclave that elected Pope Leo XIV, has described the experience as unforgettable. Source: ABC News.
Augustinians in Australia celebrate news of Pope Leo’s election
Augustinians around Australia are embracing the news of Pope Leo XIV’s election with a mix of joy and admiration. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Australia falling behind on hospital care at home
Catholic Health Australia says the Albanese Government should expand access to hospital-in-the-home care by introducing minimum insurance payments, as Australia falls behind comparable nations, denying patients access to high-quality, affordable care.
Bishops welcome Youth Festival as opportunity for growth in faith
The 2025 Australian Catholic Youth Festival has been hailed as an opportunity to encounter Jesus and grow the next generation of leaders. Source: ACBC.