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ACAN pushes for strengthening Modern Slavery ActÂ
All large Australian companies should be required to report on modern slavery risks in their operations and supply chains, and face penalties if they fail to do so, the Australian Catholic Anti-slavery Network says.
Crying out to God can be sign of hope, not crisis of faith: PopeÂ
Crying out to God during moments of extreme trial does not mark a crisis of faith but can reflect an act of total surrender to and enduring trust in God, Pope Leo XIV said yesterday. Source: CNS.
Catholic leaders link climate action and global peaceÂ
In a joint statement ahead of the United Nations Climate Change Conference in November, three international Catholic organisations have stressed the urgent need for action to care for creation. Source: Vatican News.
US theologian inspires university students on love and faithÂ
American theologian and author Edward Sri spoke to students and young adults about love, relationships and living the Catholic faith in everyday life during his recent visit to Melbourne. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
First Nations leaders say treaty an opportunity to help close the gap
The country’s first treaty with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples provides a historic opportunity to help close the gap between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Australians, First Nations leaders say. Source: ABC News.
Compelling case for more canon lawyers
Eight students from Australia, Samoa, New Zealand and Singapore attended a two-week intensive course in Sydney as they gradually work their way towards becoming qualified canon lawyers. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Festival in Iraq shows faith still alive in the region
Christians who survived jihadist attacks in northern Iraq have come together to celebrate a major festival which will proclaim that faith is still alive in the region. Source: ACN.
Cardinal says Gaza violence caused by years of hateful languageÂ
The Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem, Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa, says violence in the Gaza Strip is the result of years of dehumanising rhetoric and has called for the replacement of hateful language with speech that opens horizons and new paths. Source: CNA.
Pope names new bishop, erects new diocese in China
Pope Leo XIV has formally suppressed two dioceses in China and erected a new one, which already had been operating without the Vatican’s consent. Source: OSV News.