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Cardinal Zuppi to meet President Biden to discuss Ukraine

Cardinal Matteo Zuppi, the Italian prelate tasked by Pope Francis to head a peace mission between Ukraine and Russia, is in the United States this week to discuss the conflict. Source: CNA.

Africa

Faith leaders warn Kenya on ‘downward spiral into the abyss’

Faith leaders in Kenya are warning against continued violent demonstrations, saying they could lead the country on the path to self-destruction. Source: Crux.

Synod

Bringing laity into Church decision-making process ‘a momentous thing’

Renee Kohler-Ryan says that as a lay theologian and mother of five, she was struck by the significance of her inclusion in the upcoming Synod of Bishops. Source: The Catholic Weekly.

Abortion

Obstetricians warn women at risk after access to abortion pill expanded 

The Albanese Government’s expansion of abortion pill access puts women at risk of complications, or even death, an obstetrician body says. Source: The Australian.

Appointment

New executive secretary will support two bishops commissions

Greg Baynie, who brings extensive experience from a range of Church settings, has been appointed to an executive secretary role to support the work of the country’s bishops across two episcopal commissions. Source: ACBC Media Blog.

First Nations

Voice to Parliament pamphlets for ‘yes’ and ‘no’ cases set to be unveiled

Pamphlets containing information about the “yes” and “no” cases for the Voice to Parliament are set to be unveiled as Australia nears the landmark referendum. Source: Canberra Times.

Gambling Victoria

Victoria announces sweeping gambling reforms

Sweeping gambling reforms aimed at minimising pokies-related harm are set to be rolled out in Victoria, the Andrews Government announced yesterday. Source: Herald Sun.

In The Dioceses

Historic Catholic cemetery to close

Planning is underway to close one of the oldest Catholic cemeteries on the Fleurieu Peninsula in South Australia. Source: The Southern Cross.

Pope Francis

Pope asks parents to sow faith in their children

Reflecting on the Parable of the Sower, Pope Francis yesterday encouraged parents not to give in to “fashions” of the world and to continue to sow goodness and faith in their children. Source: CNA.