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US Cardinal urges Church in Germany to overcome divisions
In an interview with Cologne Archdiocese’s radio station, United States Cardinal Blase Cupich emphasised the importance of ending polarisation and overcoming entrenched divisions in the Church and the world. Source: The Tablet.
Indiana Jones’ final outing has it all
In Indiana Jones and the Dial of Destiny, the intrepid titular archaeologist races against time to retrieve a legendary artifact that can change the course of history. Source: Australian Catholics.
Health Minister backs Mater plan for refugee health
Up to 1000 people from refugee and migrant backgrounds will benefit from improved access to healthcare services thanks to a new initiative from Mater and the Queensland Government. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Outgoing Age Discrimination Commissioner urges action on ageism
Ageism is “the most pervasive and tolerated form of prejudice” in Australia, yet it can lead to serious health and wellbeing consequences for older people, the outgoing Age Discrimination Commissioner warns. Source: The Australian
Cashless gaming panel has ‘big job’ to do
The New South Wales cashless gaming trial will be overseen by a panel comprising police, gambling and health experts and industry representatives – including the leader of a key Catholic organisation. Source: Yahoo News.
Missionaries of the Sacred Heart celebrate work of mission office
“Go into the whole world and proclaim the Good News” was the theme of a thanksgiving Mass at Sydney’s St Mary’s Cathedral for 25 years of the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart’s Australian mission office. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Way to St James Cygnet pilgrimage gains international recognition
A Tasmanian pilgrimage has gained international recognition, with the Way to St James Cygnet being integrated with the Association of Friends of the Camino de Santiago’s register of international organisations. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Parents assured of long-term future for leading boys’ school
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools has assured parents of the long-term future of De La Salle College after it was purchased from the De La Salle Brothers. Source: Herald Sun.
Construction of $42m aged care home begins with ground-breaking ceremony
Rockhampton Bishop Michael McCarthy yesterday blessed the start of construction on Mercy Haven, a $42 million aged care home facility in Rockhampton. Source: Mercy Connect.