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‘Matter matters’ for visiting US theologian
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 24 April 2023
Theologian and author Timothy O’Malley wants to see faith communities drawn fully into liturgical life, sharing in the “mystery of love, that God became human, that humanity might become divine” at the heart of the Catholic faith. Source: The Catholic Leader.
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Voice to Parliament an enhancement to Constitution: Solicitor-General
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 24 April 2023
The Government’s top lawyer insists the proposed Indigenous Voice to Parliament would “enhance” Australia’s system of government, arguing he does not believe it would “pose any threat” to parliamentary democracy. Source: ABC News.
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Memorial awards students for ‘exceptionally high contributions’
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 24 April 2023
Catholic school student Madison Gurney-White gained a greater understanding of her great-grandfather’s life on the far west coast of South Australia and his service in World War II when she undertook research for an award-winning digital biography. Source: The Southern Cross.
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Hong Kong bishop invites Beijing-backed prelate to visit city
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 24 April 2023
Hong Kong’s Catholic bishop said he has invited the state-appointed archbishop of Beijing to visit his city, a symbolic gesture that experts said could strengthen the fragile relationship between China and the Vatican. Source: NCR Online.
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Anglicans celebrate liturgy at Pope’s cathedral after ‘breakdown in communication’
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 24 April 2023
A “breakdown in communication” led to permission being given to a group of Anglican clergy to celebrate a service in Rome’s Basilica of St John Lateran. Source: America.
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Tell Jesus everything: Pope Francis
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 24 April 2023
Pope Francis has recommended making an examination of conscience at the end of each day as a way to invite Jesus into the joys and struggles of daily life. Source: CNA.
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Synod organisers say process should lead to greater local control in Church
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 21 April 2023
Organisers of Pope Francis’ consultation with Catholics around the world say there is a growing consensus that the ongoing Synod of Bishops process should result in the Vatican giving more deference to local Church authorities. Source: NCR Online.
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Government extends review of religious exemptions for schools
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 21 April 2023
A review of religious exemptions for educational institutions has been granted an end-of-year extension by the Albanese Government. Source: Yahoo News.
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Rosaries on the run: Pat Farmer’s 14,500km marathon for the Voice
- By Rebecca Comini
- . 21 April 2023
Ultramarathon runner and proud Catholic Pat Farmer is on a mission. The former federal Liberal MP is running 14,500km around Australia in support of the “yes” vote in the Voice to Parliament referendum. Source: The Catholic Weekly.