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Intergenerational choir’s performance solid as a rock
Generations came together in suburban Canberra to deliver a musical performance with a message of unity, truth and hope for Reconciliation Week. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Caritas campaign calling for forgiveness of unjust debt
Vatican officials, charity workers, and internationally recognised economists came together yesterday to discuss debt reform in an online town hall organised by Caritas Internationalis. Source: Vatican News.
French parliament passes assisted dying bill, but hurdles remain
The French National Assembly passed a bill to legalise euthanasia in its first reading by a wide majority, crossing a crucial line toward loosening its end-of-life law. Source: The Tablet.
Priest in Belarus jailed for 13 years for unspecified political crime
A Polish religious order has requested prayers from Christians worldwide for one of its senior priests who was sentenced to 13 years’ imprisonment on unspecified political charges in Belarus. Source: OSV News.
Darwin bishop says reconciliation a sacred responsibility for all Christians
As Australia observes National Reconciliation Week 2025, Darwin Bishop Charles Gauci says reconciliation is a sacred responsibility for all Christians and people of goodwill. Source: Darwin Diocese.Â
CSSA calls for relief for low-income families hit by electricity price hikeÂ
Catholic Social Services Australia has expressed deep concern following the Australian Energy Regulator’s final determination for the electricity default market offer for New South Wales, South Australia and Queensland.
Melbourne prepares to host Australia’s largest Catholic event of 2025
Preparations are ramping up as Melbourne prepares to welcome more than 10,000 young people later this year for the fifth Australian Catholic Youth Festival. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Australian lawyer ordained in Rome for Opus Dei prelature
Australian Arthur Escamilla was one of 20 men from 11 countries ordained to the priesthood for the Prelature of Opus Dei in a ceremony in Rome on Saturday. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Franciscans unveil icon to mark two significant anniversaries
A new icon inspired by a St Francis of Assisi hymn has become a striking symbol of faith, artistry and environmental awareness in Western Sydney. Source: Catholic Outlook.