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Patriarch Bartholomew says Great Schism tensions ‘not insurmountable’
Ecumenical Patriarch Bartholomew I of Constantinople has offered a hopeful historical assessment of the traditional 1054 date for the Great Schism between Rome and Constantinople, suggesting that tensions developed gradually over time and are not insurmountable. Source: CNA.
Indonesia’s human rights minister proposes religious freedom law
Indonesia’s Catholic human rights minister has proposed enacting a religious freedom law to end discrimination against minority groups in the Muslim-majority nation. Source: UCA News.
Vatican says release of Cuban prisoners ‘a sign of great hope’
Cuba has granted early release to 553 prisoners following a deal mediated by the Holy See and completing an agreement struck with former US president Joe Biden during his days in office. Source: Vatican News.
Pope celebrates anniversary of election with cake and candles
Pope Francis spent the 12th anniversary of his election to the papacy undergoing physiotherapy at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, but he was well enough to celebrate it in little ways. Source: CNS.
Catholic organisations called to resume the journey
After a period of healing, reflection and discernment following the outcome of 2023 Voice to Parliament referendum, the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council and Caritas Australia are calling on Catholic organisations to rejoin the One Journey, Together initiative.
Calvary’s affordable rentals for retirees was full within 72 hours
As cost of living pressures continue to mount, and data showing that 20 per cent of older Australians are retiring into poverty, one aged care provider has had an overwhelming response to its affordable rental offering. Source: Aged Care Insite.
Minns rules out repealing new NSW hate speech laws
Premier Chris Minns has ruled out the New South Wales Government repealing its new hate speech laws, despite repeated claims the bill was rushed through Parliament. Source: ABC News.
Virtual learning revolutionising rural Catholic education
Virtual learning in the education sector has enormous potential for students in the Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese, according to McAuley College principal Eamonn Moore. Source: Catholic Voice.
Bringing kids closer to Jesus by ‘walking their walk and talking their talk’
Activity packs designed by Brisbane’s Archdiocesan Ministries children and families team aim to make the Year of Jubilee come alive for the archdiocese’s littlest “pilgrims of hope”. Source: The Catholic Leader.