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Synod rules out women deacons
A Synod on Synodality study group responsible for evaluating the female diaconate has said that, while still exploring other forms of women’s’ involvement in the Church, they will not become deacons. Source: Crux.
Outcomes of Archdiocese Assembly ‘in the hands of the Holy Spirit’
Community members of the Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese have expressed curiosity and hope about the objectives and potential outcomes of this month’s Archdiocese Assembly. Source: Catholic Voice.
Church found liable for historical abuse by priest
A dying man has been awarded more than $500,000 in damages in a landmark case involving the Church. Source: ABC News.
Labor to launch national commission for Indigenous youth
A new national commission for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander children and young people will be launched in January. Source: Canberra Times.
Parramatta schools announce new five-year strategy
Catholic Schools Parramatta Diocese has announced a new strategy focused on enriching students’ lives through education grounded in excellence, inclusivity and Catholic tradition. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Religious communities must embrace change, says visiting US Sister
During a recent national tour, Pennsylvania-based Sr Mary Pellegrino CSJ addressed South Australian consecrated men and women about the challenges facing religious communities and the importance of embracing change. Source: The Southern Cross.
Vatican bank fires ‘Romeo and Juliet’
A man and woman have been fired from their jobs at the Vatican bank because they flouted a ban on marriage between employees. Source: The Guardian.
Comer makes the case in stunning one-woman show
“National Theatre Live: Prima Facie” is the acclaimed British production of Australian playwright Suzie Miller’s one-woman play. Source: Australian Catholics.
CathNews is back on October 8
CathNews will not be published on Monday, October 7, due to public holidays in New South Wales, ACT, South Australia and Queensland. The next issue will be published on Tuesday.