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Canadian visitor happy to talk about death and dying
Canadian euthanasia opponent Amanda Achtman is a most cheerful person with whom to speak about death and dying. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
ACU study could revolutionise healthcare planning
A new Australian Catholic University study could revolutionise healthcare planning by examining population health more deeply than life expectancy.
Pope ‘saddened’ by devastating earthquake in Afghanistan
Pope Leo XIV has expressed his sorrow following a devastating 6.0 magnitude earthquake that struck Afghanistan’s eastern region, which killed hundreds and injured thousands. Source: OSV News.
Bishops call for racial equity on anniversary of Hurricane Katrina
Two United States bishops have said the 20th anniversary of Hurricane Katrina marks a call to “renew our commitment to racial equity and justice in every sector of public life”. Source: NCR Online.
Primate of All Ireland supports a united Ireland
The Primate of All Ireland, Archbishop Eamon Martin, is in favour of a united Ireland and the Church would want to be involved in any discussions on the matter. Source: Catholic Herald.
Pope calls for end to ‘pandemic of arms, large and small’
Pope Leo XIV yesterday called for an end to the “pandemic of arms, large and small,” as he prayed publicly for the victims of a shooting during a Catholic school Mass in the United States. Source: Crux.
Age verification trial clears way for social media ban
Technology designed to check the age of social media users is effective and practical to implement, a government-backed trial has concluded, clearing the way for Labor to press ahead with its ban on children accessing such platforms. Source: The Australian.
Time to deepen solidarity with migrants and refugees
Australian Catholics are encouraged to reflect on stories of hope as they mark the 111th World Day of Migrants and Refugees on Sunday, October 5. Source: ACBC.
Bishop pays tribute to Whitby’s service to Catholic education
Parramatta Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv has paid tribute to Greg Whitby, the former executive director of Catholic Education Parramatta, who died on Saturday. Source: Catholic Outlook.