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‘Small, but mighty’ Dominican Sisters of the west celebrate 125 years
The Dominican Sisters of Western Australia have celebrated 125 years of their presence in the state with a thanksgiving Mass. Source: The Record.
Jubilee organiser stresses importance of forgiveness and solidarity
The Vatican official charged with organising the 2025 Jubilee of Hope has stressed the importance of forgiveness and solidarity amid a global climate of anger and resentment. Source: Crux.
Pope speaks out against Ukrainian law banning Russian Orthodox Church
Pope Francis has spoken out about a Ukrainian law that bans the Russian Orthodox Church and affiliation with it because of its official support of Russia’s war on Ukraine. Source: OSV News.
Medical exam helps build case that body of Benedictine nun incorrupt
The results of a medical examination of the body of a Benedictine nun have confirmed that there were no signs of decomposition when her body was exhumed last year, according to a statement from the Kansas City-St Joseph Diocese in Missouri. Source: National Catholic Register.
Faith leaders unite to call for conscience vote on gambling ad ban
Several Canberra-based ecumenical leaders have lent their support to a push for a conscience vote in Parliament on the potential full ban of gambling advertising in Australia. Source: Catholic Voice.
Fight over NDIS eligibility looms for Labor
The federal Government faces a difficult fight to tighten eligibility rules for the National Disability Insurance Scheme, but has pledged to work with disability advocates and the states following the passage of major reform legislation on Thursday night. Source: AFR.
Diocese launches new pastoral plan for a synodal Church
Parramatta Diocese has launched its “Pastoral Plan for a Synodal Church 2024-2028”, which establishes and articulates the diocese’s Christ-centred vision for the next four years. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Self-funded retirees entering a nursing home face $40,000 bill
Self-funded retirees entering a nursing home after July next year face an average $40,000 extra coming out of their own pocket if the Albanese Government adopts the recommendations of its aged care taskforce for greater personal co-contributions. Source: The Australian.
Gratia program helping women discern their vocation
Four women are taking the next steps in their Christian life through Vocation Brisbane’s Gratia program. Source: The Catholic Leader.