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Bishops approve new association to support deacons
A new association has been established to support the growing number of ordained deacons in the Catholic Church in Australia. Source: ACDA.
Prison chaplain awarded highest papal honour
After more than 30 years of unwavering service, Sr Mary O’Shannassy SGS has retired from her role as senior chaplain of the CatholicCare prison ministry team in Victoria. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Sinner nets meeting with Pope
The day after advancing to the semi-finals of the Italian Open, Jannik Sinner paid a visit to a fan: Pope Leo XIV. Source: CNS.
Synod leaders pledge obedience to Pope Leo
The leadership of the Vatican’s Synod office has offered its full availability and support of Pope Leo XIV in a public letter to the new pontiff shared on its website and social media pages. Source: National Catholic Register.
Pakistan passes law to protect rights of religious minorities
Pakistan’s Parliament has passed a law to establish a commission entrusted to protect the rights of religious minorities in the Islamic nation. Source: UCA News.
Cabinet backs above-inflation wage rise for low-paid workers
Cabinet has signed off on Labor’s election commitment that a re-elected Albanese Government back above-inflation pay rises for 2.9 million low-paid workers. Source: The Australian.
Pope confirms he will maintain an ‘active social media presence’
Pope Leo XIV has confirmed his presence on social media through the official papal accounts on X and Instagram, the Vatican Dicastery for Communication has announced. Source: NCR Online.Â
CSSA welcomes appointment of Liberal Party’s first female leader
Catholic Social Services Australia has applauded the landmark appointment of Sussan Ley as the first woman to lead the Liberal Party in its 81-year history.Â
Sydney priest one of the first to be consecrated under new pontificate
As the world reacted to the election of Pope Leo XIV, Fr Matthew Timonera OFM Cap was quietly preparing for a momentous milestone of his own – ordination to the priesthood. Source: The Catholic Weekly.