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NT surveys public support on euthanasia for mentally ill
Northern Territory Labor is surveying whether there is public support for allowing people to access euthanasia because of mental illness, prompting concerns the Government is considering offering vulnerable patients “death instead of the support they need”. Source: The Australian.
Court confirms Catholic Cemeteries a charitable organisation
Catholic Metropolitan Cemeteries Trust has welcomed a ruling by the New South Wales Court of Appeal that confirms its status as a charitable organisation. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
‘In faith, you are not alone’
The Rite of Election was held in cathedrals across Australia on the first Sunday of Lent, an important step for those participating in the Rite of Christian Initiation and preparing to be received into the Catholic Church at Easter.
AFL clubs urged to deal with ‘the inclusion dilemma’
AFL clubs that promote themselves as inclusive need to “do the work” to ensure different views on race, religious freedom and sexuality can be raised, even if it makes some people uncomfortable, according to a new report. Source: The Age.
Project Compassion helps Ronita feel ‘hopeful for the future’
Caritas Australia’s Project Compassion campaign this week introduces Ronita, a young mother of two who has been supported to finish her education and secure work.
Notre Dame collaborates with Catholic University of Croatia
The University of Notre Dame Australia has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Catholic University of Croatia which will open up opportunities for staff and student exchange, research collaboration and joint events.
Every bishop should decarbonise his diocese
It is important for Catholics to celebrate World Day of Social Justice, writes Catholic social teaching and climate change expert Daniel DiLeo. Source: NCR Online.
Top papal aide condemns antisemitism, calls for Gaza ceasefire
Cardinal Mario Zuppi has condemned the rise of antisemitism since the outbreak of the war in Gaza and has called for a ceasefire, saying Israel’s military offensive does not justify the rising civilian death count. Source: Crux.
Church in Philippines calls on museum to return ‘stolen’ pulpit panels
The Church in the Philippines has demanded the return of “stolen” pulpit panels now on display at the National Museum in Manila. Source: UCA News.