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‘World-first’ bill sparks new debate on abortion in South Australia
A national debate on abortion law reform has been ignited in South Australia where there is a fresh legislative push requiring mothers seeking terminations after 28 weeks to deliver their babies alive – allowing the child to be put up for adoption. Source: The Australian.
Maronite priest urges Catholics to pray for peace in Middle East
A Brisbane-based Maronite priest has urged Catholics to pray for peace as fighting escalates in the Middle East. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Caritas welcomes Australia’s move to protect aid workers
Caritas Australia has welcomed the Australian Government’s move to take a leading role internationally in protecting aid workers.
Archbishop Porteous reflects on 50 years of priesthood
As Archbishop Julian Porteous marked 50 years of priesthood this month, he reflected upon his many and varied experiences over five decades, keenly aware of the work of God’s abundant grace and mercy in his life. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Pope’s Communications Day message to focus on ‘violent’ discourse
Pope Francis’ message for World Communications Day 2025 will look at how to “disarm” aggressive communication and share the hope of Christ with gentleness. Source: OSV News.
Labor targets boys and young men at risk of engaging in family violence
A new plan aims to help support young men and boys at risk of engaging in family, domestic and sexual violence in a bid to provide early intervention strategies across the country. Source: News.com.au.
WYD 2027 in South Korea to focus on courage, interreligious dialogue
The first World Youth Day to be hosted in a country where Christians are a minority will seek to instil young people with the courage to share the Gospel while fostering interreligious dialogue, organisers of the event said. Source: CNS.
Pope offered Aung San Suu Kyi ‘refuge’ at the Vatican
Pope Francis says he offered asylum to Myanmar’s imprisoned prime minister Aung San Suu Kyi. Source: CNA.
Bishops accuse Malawi government of failure in food crisis
As hunger grows in Malawi and across the southern African region, Catholic leaders in the country are calling for long-term recovery initiatives. Source: Crux.