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Praying for God’s peace and love through Rosary event
Boosting Christian hope and joy are some of the aims of a nationwide Rosary event on Saturday, May 25. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Gentleness and power found in Holy Spirit: Pope
Christians are called to proclaim the Gospel to everyone with gentleness and the power of the Holy Spirit, Pope Francis said on Pentecost yesterday. Source: CNA.
Cardinal shows solidarity and hope in visit to Gaza
In a previously unpublicised visit, Latin patriarch of Jerusalem Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa entered the Gaza Strip last week, visiting Holy Family Parish on his first pastoral visit since the outbreak of the Israel-Hamas war. Source: OSV News.
Philippines takes step towards legalising divorce
As the Philippines moved closer to legalising divorce from marriage, a leading Catholic bishop warned that “divorce weakens the fabric of society”. Source: Crux.
Pope reflects on women’s leadership in TV interview
In the first-ever extended papal interview with an English-language broadcaster, Pope Francis reiterated his embrace of women’s leadership in the Church. Source: The Tablet.
Dutton says migration cuts will ease pressures
Opposition Leader Peter Dutton has used his Budget reply speech to advocate a reduction to migration numbers. Source: ABC News.
ACT lawmakers flag further euthanasia changes
People who lose decision-making capacity after being approved for voluntary assisted dying may still be able to access assisted death in the ACT, with a Labor backbencher to consult on possible amendments to the laws. Source: Canberra Times.
Faith to faith engagement vital for peace: Cardinal
One of the Church’s foremost experts on interreligious dialogue, Cardinal Michael Fitzgerald, delivered a public lecture in Parramatta urging followers of different religions to engage with one another to counter violence and discrimination in the world and to draw closer to God. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Caritas sows seeds of hope in parishes and schools
Caritas Australia’s Catholic Earthcare program is helping parishes and schools celebrate Laudato Si’ Week, focusing on the theme “Seeds of Hope”.