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Reflection Synod

Lessons learned at 2018 Synod on Young People as valuable as ever

It is five years since Pope Francis’ letter to young people and the entire Church, Christus Vivit, which followed the Synod on Young People, Faith and Vocational Discernment, writes Sebastian Duhau. Source: Catholic Outlook.

People Religious Orders

Marist brother’s secret to living a long and joyful life? Love

The Marist Brothers Star of the Sea Province will tomorrow celebrate the 100th birthday of its oldest living brother, Br Vincent Shekleton. 

HIgher Education

Family law – Murdoch, Murdoch and Murdoch

In the more than three decades since the University of Notre Dame Australia opened its doors, few have been part of its fabric quite like the Murdoch family.

Religious Freedom

Religious freedom ensures other rights, Vatican diplomat says

Governments should exercise “a detached neutrality” towards religions, the Vatican’s secretary for relations with states told a conference last week. Source: The Tablet.

Africa Pope Francis

Pope appeals for end to violence in Congo

Pope Francis has called for peace in the conflict-stricken Democratic Republic of Congo and urged its government and the international community to work jointly to safeguard lives by ending violence in the country. Source: UCA News.

Archaeology

Archaeological find in Israel a ‘greeting from Christian pilgrims’

According to the Israel Antiquities Authority, the discovery of a Byzantine-period church in the northern Negev opens a window to the world of Christian pilgrims. Source: OSV News.

Evangelisation Sport

Sport can open the way to Christ

The Church and sport can learn from each other in many ways. The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has published a new document that explains how sport is a gift that can draw people closer to Christ. Source: ACBC Media Blog.

Health

NDIS overhaul blocks hospital funding negotiations

State and territory hospital funding negotiations are on pause to focus on the overhaul of the National Disability Insurance Scheme, despite public hospitals being under pressure. Source: ABC News.

Faith Journey

A surfing nun and a Tik Tok priest: The new wave of conservative Catholics

Self-confessed rugby addict Jessica Langrell’s ambition was to represent Australia at the Olympics. She turned down a training squad invite and swapped her leather ball for a nun’s habit. Source: Sydney Morning Herald.