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Clean water a life changer for Vietnamese villagers
Jesuit Mission Australia, in partnership with the Vietnam Province of the Society of Jesus, is providing safe, affordable drinking water and hope to thousands of vulnerable families in central Vietnam.
Russia backs ceasefire proposal but wants more details
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he agreed in principle with a United States proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, but the terms need to be worked out, and he emphasised that it should pave the way to lasting peace. Source: SMH.
Pastor, spy, assassin: Portrait of one of the great Christians of the 20th century
Bonhoeffer is a portrait of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, widely considered one of the great Christian figures of the 20th century for his stance against Nazi fascism, which ultimately led to his death. Source: Australian Catholics.
On 12th anniversary of his election as Pope, Francis on road to recovery
Pope Francis’ latest X-rays confirm that his condition is improving while hospitalised for a lung infection and double pneumonia, the Vatican said overnight. Source: NCR Online.
Bishop announces diocesan Synod for Cairns
Cairns Bishop Joe Caddy wants to hear from people across the Cairns community as he announces a diocesan Synod to begin later this year. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Man leaves St Vincent’s hospital with artificial heart in world first
An Australian patient has become the first in the world to leave hospital with a levitating titanium heart, in a major step towards halving deaths from cardiac failure and establishing a world-leading medical manufacturing industry on Australian soil. Source: SMH.
Productivity Commission says governments shirking “meaningful action” to close the gap
The Productivity Commission says governments are shirking “meaningful action” to close the gap, as new data reveals soaring rates of Indigenous imprisonment and ongoing failures to reduce rates of suicides and children in out-of-home care. Source: ABC News.
Mater mental health expert warns of ‘cyclone anxiety’
A Mater youth mental health expert has warned that Tropical Cyclone Alfred may leave cases of ‘cyclone anxiety’ in its wake. Source: Catholic Health Australia.
Conference told deacons ‘pilgrims of hope’
There was a strong spirit of camaraderie at the 2025 National Deacons Conference, held at the Adelaide Hills Convention Centre in Hahndorf, South Australia, writes Deacon Tim Grauel. Source: The Southern Cross.