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South Sudan’s Australian ‘angel’ served the poorest of the poor
Sr Moira Lynch FDNSC, who in her 70s left Sydney to serve the poorest of the poor in war-torn southern Sudan, has been recognised in her regional hometown’s walk of fame. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Pope entrusts war-torn countries to Mary’s care
Mary is not a “motionless wax statue” but a disciple who wants to share the good news of Jesus with everyone and reaches out to help and comfort them, Pope Francis said yesterday. Source: OSV News.
Ortega continues attacks on Catholic Church
Nicaragua has cancelled the legal status of Caritas in the Matagalpa Diocese in the latest attack against the Catholic Church in the country. Source: Crux.
Deneuve shines in underpowered political tale
“The President’s Wife” is a comedy with serious political undertones about Bernadette Chirac, a French politician and the wife of former French president Jacques Chirac. Source: Australian Catholics.
Private health insurers’ profits rise while private hospitals struggle
Catholic Health Australia has today released new analysis that exposes private health insurers’ soaring profits while many private hospitals struggle to remain viable.
Dutton says Australia should not accept Palestinians from Gaza
Two-thirds of people seeking to flee Gaza to Australia are being refused, new figures have revealed, as the Opposition warns it is “not prudent” for any Palestinians to be allowed into the country. Source: ABC News.
Adelaide academic wins victory for pro-life advocacy
Adelaide law professor Joanna Howe hopes her “incredibly gruelling fight” to continue her research on abortion will be a blow to cancel culture and a win for free speech. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Educator recognised in book marking Commonwealth’s 75th anniversary
Catholic Education Ballarat executive director Tom Sexton has been recognised as a thought leader in education and invited to participate in the British Parliament Trust’s commemorative book marking the 75th anniversary of the formation of the Commonwealth.
Sisters celebrate 80 years of friendship and service
Faith, friendship and joy were the hallmarks of a celebration in Hobart marking the 80th anniversary of the foundation of the Missionary Sisters of Service. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.