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ACU donor has a heart for religious studies
Australian Catholic University has received its largest ever pledged bequest for theology and philosophy, an extraordinary gift worth more than $US10 million.
‘Joy, peace and freedom’ in responding to calling
A New South Wales woman has professed her vows as a member of the Dominican Sisters of St Cecilia Congregation in Nashville, Tennessee. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Head and heart needed in China relations: Cardinal
Hong Kong Cardinal Stephen Chow urges laypeople and clergy alike to view dialogue with the Chinese Government less as a political bargaining chip and more as a pastoral mission shared by all. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Forgiveness and dignity are key to justice: Pope
Christians committed to the exercise of justice on behalf of a nation or the Church must strive to fully respect the law, the dignity of the person and the need for reconciliation and forgiveness, Pope Leo XIV said. Source: CNS.
Trump honours Kirk’s devotion to Christ
United States President Donald Trump, Erika Kirk and more than a dozen others gave speeches to honour the late Charlie Kirk at a memorial service, highlighting his efforts to promote conservative values to young people and promote the Gospel on campus. Source: CNA.
Catholic organisations call for immediate ceasefire in Gaza
Marking the International Day of Peace yesterday, Caritas Australia convened a coalition of Catholic organisations to issue a united call for an immediate ceasefire and urgent humanitarian access in Gaza.
Catholic providers welcome $55m in federal grants
Catholic Health Australia has welcomed more than $55 million in government grants to support access to residential aged care facilities for local communities around the country.
Good things come in threes: Archbishop ordains new priests
The priest is not simply a “caretaker of sacred things” but is one who “gathers, protects, nurtures and gives life”, Melbourne Archbishop Peter A Comensoli said at the ordination to the priesthood of three men on Saturday. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
‘Best day of my life’: Australian Augustinian meets ‘Fr Bob’
Parramatta Diocese’s parish engagement coordinator and Jubilee pilgrimage leader Rachael Kama experienced “the best day of my life” – celebrating Pope Leo’s birthday with him last week. Source: Catholic Outlook.