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United States

US bishops defend record on immigration

The United States Conference of Catholic Bishops says its long-standing refugee program is a “work of mercy”, after Vice President JD Vance criticised the bishops’ positions on immigration issues. Source: CNA.

Africa

Church warns of ‘catastrophe’ in DRC

The secretary general of the Bishops Conference of the Democratic Republic of Congo says the situation in the conflict-hit eastern part of the country is “catastrophic”. Source: Crux.

First Nations

Indigenous council calls for deep reflection and prayer

The National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council has called for deep reflection and prayer as the nation marks Australia Day 2025.

New South Wales Religious Freedom

Churches warn NSW hate speech laws could have unintended consequences

The Anglican and Catholic churches warn a proposal to criminalise hate speech in New South Wales could have unintended consequences of criminalising expressions of doctrine. Source: Sydney Morning Herald. 

Artificial Intelligence Pope Francis

AI should be used to improve life for everyone: Pope

In a message to global leaders attending the World Economic Forum annual meeting in Davos, Switzerland, Pope Francis said artificial intelligence must ultimately serve humanity and the common good. Source: CNA.

In The Dioceses Sacraments

Diocese where attendance at midweek Mass is on the rise

The number of people attending Mass on weekdays is on the rise in many parishes across the Parramatta Diocese in Sydney. Source: Catholic Outlook.

Mission

Timor-Leste seminarian inspired by ‘the word of Jesus’

This Jubilee Year, Pope Francis has emphasised that “in the pilgrimage of Christian life, a new beginning is always possible” – words that resonate with Clintino, a seminarian in Timor-Leste. Source: Catholic Mission.

Education

Education experts’ tips for safe and successful school year 

Australian Catholic University education experts have united to provide practical tips and advice to support students, parents, and educators in time for the start of the 2025 school year.

Environment South East Asia

Indonesian archbishop says mining plan an ecological and social threat

A Catholic archbishop in Indonesia is opposing plans to build a geothermal power plant in his diocese. Source: Crux.