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In The Dioceses

Men’s movement ‘deepened my relationship with God’

A movement that brings men together, renews their faith in God, and encourages them to become an active force within the Church is making a significant difference in Canberra, according to local organiser Mat Wolnicki. Source: Catholic Voice.

Europe

Fire ‘gave us all a boost,’ says Notre Dame chaplain

For some, the Notre Dame Cathedral fire was a sign of devastation of faith and Christian values. But for many more in France, it meant awakening of faith on an unprecedented scale. Source: OSV News.

Asia Vatican

Top Vatican diplomat arrives in Vietnam to cement ties

The Vatican’s top envoy has arrived on a six-day visit to Vietnam, aimed at further fostering full diplomatic ties with the communist country. Source: UCA News.

Bishops Europe

Church in Scotland shocked by sudden death bishop-designate 

The Church in Scotland is in shock at the sudden death of the new bishop-designate of Dunkeld just days before his ordination service. Source: The Tablet.

Bishops Human Dignity

Bishops commend document on human dignity for study and reflection 

Australia’s Catholic bishops have acknowledged the release of the document, Dignitas Infinita, and commended it for study and reflection. Source: ACBC Media Blog.

Middle East Politics

Wong steps up debate on Palestinian statehood  

Foreign Minister Penny Wong has cleared the ground for a pivotal debate on the conflict in the Middle East by suggesting Australia could recognise a Palestinian state without waiting for years of talks with Israel over a two-state solution. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.

Formation Priesthood

International conference explores ongoing formation of priests

What helps our priests express the Good News effectively throughout their lifelong ministry? Twelve representatives from Australia recently joined a global conference in Rome to explore this topic. Source: The Bridge.

Ecology Laudato Si'

Caritas Australia launches Laudato Si’ Action Plan

Caritas Australia has launched its Laudato Si’ Action Plan, with the charity planning for its role in leading Australia’s Catholic community in a collective response to Pope Francis’ call to “protect our common home”.

Asylum-Seekers Immigration

Concern for human rights as Nauru detention centre fills up

The growing number of men transferred to the Nauru Processing Centre are distressed and being denied access to human rights information, according to an independent advocacy group representing many of the detainees. Source: ABC News.