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Vatican publishes Holy Week, Easter schedule with no mention of Pope
As Pope Francis continues his convalescence, the Vatican published a full calendar of Holy Week and Easter liturgies with no indication of who would preside or be the main celebrant. Source: CNS.
Archbishop Fisher announces Synod of Sydney to be held next year
Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP and Auxiliary Bishop Daniel Meagher have outlined the vision for the upcoming Synod of Sydney, set to take place from April 30-May 3, 2026. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Campion College honours Cardinal Pell with grand gesture
Campion College, the liberal arts college in Western Sydney, has honoured the late Cardinal George Pell by naming its grand hall after him.
CRA says changes to environment law ‘not acceptable’
In an open letter to Prime Minister Anthony Albanese, Catholic Religious Australia has expressed deep concern about changes to the Environmental Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act.
Pope encourages confessors to be ‘ministers of mercy’
Pope Francis invites confessors to be “ministers of mercy” as they accompany the faithful on their path of reconciliation and renewal. Source: Vatican News.
Mel Gibson to direct sequel to ‘The Passion of the Christ’
Mel Gibson’s sequel to The Passion of the Christ – The Resurrection of the Christ – is set to begin production in Italy in August, according to Manuela Cacciamani, chief executive of Rome’s Cinecittà Studios. Source: CNA.
Reimagining of Homer’s magnum opus a gripping drama
With its serious dialogue, pauses and intense drama, The Return plays something like an opera without the singing and music. Source: Australian Catholics.
Debate begins on NSW abortion bill
Debate on the Greens bill to broaden New South Wales’ already extreme abortion laws began in the state’s Parliament yesterday. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Vinnies welcomes aspects of Budget but ‘a great many people left behind’
The St Vincent de Paul Society says Tuesday’s Budget promised minimal financial relief to millions of Australian households, including the 3.3 million people known to be living in poverty.