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After starring on the big screen, church to feature in new TV series
The historic church on Wurrumiyanga (Bathurst Island) – which featured in the film Top End Wedding – is set to star in a new follow-up television series, further cementing its reputation for being a beacon of faith and cultural heritage. Source: In The Word.
The faithful can be fully present for others, Pope tells altar servers
Thanks to Jesus’ promise to be with his disciples always, the faithful can be fully present for others, especially those in need, Pope Francis told thousands of altar servers from around the world. Source: CNS.
Venezuelan bishops voice concerns over election results
The Venezuelan Bishops’ Conference announced it was “uniting its voice” to demands from “inside and outside Venezuela” for the results of Sunday’s general election to be verified. Source: The Tablet.
‘Deceived’ Nigerian bishop withdraws ordination certificates
A Nigerian bishop has withdrawn the ordination certificates of four men he ordained as deacons on July 12 after it was revealed he had been presented with allegedly forged documents claiming the men were qualified for holy orders. Source: CNA.
Pope urges political leaders to be at the service of the people
Pope Francis has called on political leaders to be at the service of the poor, the unemployed and the common good. Source: OSV News.
Australian Sister reflects on two years of leadership in Rome
It has been nearly two years since Brisbane-based Sr Mel Dwyer was elected to the General Chapter of the Canossian Daughters of Charity in Rome, a role that has taken her from grassroots ministry in Australia to the global stage. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Migrants pursuing workplace exploitation claims can stay in Australia
Temporary migrants can now remain in Australia for up to 12 months if they are fighting for justice from employers under a new visa. Source: SBS News.
South Australian runs lifeline to Gaza
Jodie Clark has quite possibly the toughest job in the world. As head of the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza, she is responsible for delivering food, medicine, fuel and other supplies to more than 2 million Palestinians. Source: The Southern Cross.
Harvard course shows teachers how to give students ‘thinking skills’
St Saviour’s College in Toowoomba has seen the graduation of its second cohort of teachers from the internationally acclaimed Harvard Project Zero Visible Thinking course.