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Catholic media’s vital role in spreading Gospel in a digital age
Catholic media play a vital role in bearing truth and witnessing to the Gospel, especially amid the digital age and a crucial moment for the Church, said experts during a panel discussion at the US 2025 Catholic Media Conference. Source: OSV News.
Woman attacks toddler with pepper spray during Mass in Brazil
A woman attacked a two-year-old girl and her parents with pepper spray during Mass in Brazil after allegedly being annoyed by the child’s behaviour. Source: Crux.
Friendship with Christ the spiritual foundation of ordained ministry: Pope
When a priest has experienced the joy of truly believing in Jesus Christ and embracing him as a friend, it shows, Pope Leo XIV told priests yesterday. Source: OSV News.
More than 5000 Victorians Walk for Truth
Catholic Social Services Victoria representatives joined more than 5000 people on Wednesday on the final leg of the 500km Walk for Truth from Portland to Melbourne’s Parliament House.
Sydney Archdiocese calls for volunteers for International Eucharistic Congress
The Sydney Archdiocese is seeking volunteers for the International Eucharistic Congress, scheduled to take place in Sydney in 2028. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Vinnies welcomes Queensland Budget’s support for homelessness
Queensland’s Crisafulli Government has handed down its first Budget this week, with Church providers welcoming support for people struggling in the state’s housing crisis. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Directory a ‘witness to the living faith of a pilgrim people’
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has announced the release of the latest edition of the Official Directory of the Catholic Church in Australia. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Survey suggests moderate use of social media the key to better mental health
Australian teenagers who spend between one and three hours a day on social media report similar or better mental health outcomes compared with those who use social media less, suggesting that moderation may be key, according to a major new survey. Source: The Guardian.
Violence against Eastern Christians growing with diabolical intensity: Pope
Violence against Christians in the East “seems to be raging … with a diabolical intensity previously unknown,” according to Pope Leo XIV. Source: Crux.