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Primary purpose of a papal trip is pastoral, not political: Pope
Pope Leo XIV spoke bluntly about war, migration and same-sex blessings during a 20-minute in-flight press conference on his return home from Africa. Source: EWTN News.
Australians ‘uneasy’ about NDIS cuts amid $53bn in new defence spending
Health and NDIS Minister Mark Butler has defended the Albanese Government’s decision to trim the National Disability Insurance Scheme just days after announcing $53 billion in new defence spending. Source: The Guardian.
Chaplains sustain faith on the frontline as ANZAC legacy endures
The Anzac spirit – courage, mateship, humour and endurance – continues to shape those who serve in the defence force, including Catholic chaplains tasked with caring for the spiritual wellbeing of soldiers, sailors and aviators. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Urgent need to protect funding for social services: CSSA
Catholic Social Services Australia met with Amanda Camm, Queensland Minister for Families, Seniors and Disability Services in a pivotal discussion to enhance support for Queensland’s most vulnerable people amid ongoing social and economic challenges.
Young son of Caritas worker killed in Ukraine missile strike
Caritas Australia has expressed deep sorrow and concern following devastating updates from Caritas colleagues in Ukraine, where aid workers and their families are facing escalating danger as attacks intensify.
Four-legged therapists lead kids back to classroom
For some children, school can be a source of fear and anxiety but Paw Pals therapy dogs are helping transform classrooms into welcoming spaces where students can feel supported, calm and ready to learn. Source: MacKillop Family Services.
Washington garden aims to foster healing for abuse survivors
A national garden for the United States proposed by survivors of clergy sexual abuse promises to foster healing not only for survivors but also for the Catholic Church as a whole. Source: OSV News.
UK churches urged to screen film on climate crisis
The Catholic Church in England and Wales has joined a coalition of Christian churches and organisations to call on churches to screen a film on the climate and nature crises. Source: The Tablet.
Couple’s tree-change dream becomes a nightmare
“Alphabet Lane” is an Australian film that examines how a young couple who have moved from the big city cope – or not – with the isolation of country life. Source: Australian Catholics.