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Pope fears for future generations but ‘things can change’
Maybe it is a sign of aging, Pope Francis said, but he is increasingly concerned about what kind of world he and his peers will leave for younger generations — and the prognosis is not good. Source: CNS.
Pope’s plea to cardinals latest step in campaign for financial reform
A new letter to cardinals asking them to tighten their belts, help the Vatican seek new resources and exhibit an ethos of generosity marks the latest move in Pope Francis’s long-running goal of financial reform. Source: Crux.
Indonesia unveils world’s tallest statue of Jesus
Indonesia has inaugurated the world’s tallest statue of Jesus at a tourist site in the North Sumatra province. Source: UCA News.
Judo champion banned for five months for making sign of the cross
An Olympic judo athlete has been banned from competition in part because he made the sign of the cross at this year’s Olympic Games. Source: CNA.
First step on road to NDIS alternatives begins today
The path to building more support for people with disabilities outside the National Disability Insurance Scheme takes a significant step today with the first public consultation on “foundational supports”. Source: The Australian.
Vatican offers positive judgment on Medjugorje – with reservations
While offering an overall positive judgment on the Marian devotions associated with Medjugorje, in Bosnia-Herzegovina, the Vatican says in a new document that some issues still need to be clarified. Source: Crux.
Five million Australians to benefit as welfare payments rise from today
More than five million Australians will receive a boost of up to $41.50 a fortnight to their social security payments from today, with people on Commonwealth Rent Assistance set to have their payments boosted by $23 a fortnight. Source: News.com.au.
Scholarships allow kids in care to attend Catholic schools
Nearly 500 children and young people in care are now benefiting from a scholarship program offered by Catholic schools in South Australia. Source: The Southern Cross.
Catholics to celebrate World Mission Month in October
Catholic Mission and the wider Catholic community will celebrate World Mission Month in October, recognising missionaries around the world who are reaching out to people who are marginalised.