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Catholic bodies launch appeal for victims of bombings in Lebanon
Two Catholic bodies are urging Australians to express their solidarity with the people of Lebanon. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Catholic call to include Snapchat in social media ban for kids under 16
The head of the Queensland Catholic Secondary Principals Association says Snapchat, the popular digital platform mostly used by young Australians, must be one of the apps facing age restrictions. Source: News.com.au.
Christian Brother named WA’s Senior Australian of the Year
Western Australia’s newest Senior Australian of the Year, Br Thomas Oliver “Olly” Pickett, says he is still coming to terms with the unexpected honour. Source: ABC News.
Former ACSL board members honoured for contributions to safeguarding
Former Australian Catholic Safeguarding Ltd board chair Michael Lavarch and departing board member Dr Robyn Miller have been honoured for their contributions to safeguarding in the Church.
Minister orders inquiry into Victoria’s exam fiasco
Victorian Education Minister Ben Carroll has ordered a full review into this year’s VCE exam bungle after the state’s curriculum authority unintentionally published test questions that gave thousands of students an advantage. Source: The Age.
Pro-life leader advocate says summit will be a ‘turning point’
Australian pro-life voices will be heard at the inaugural National Life Summit in Sydney on November 30. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Martyrdom the most convincing testimony to hope: Pope
Christian martyrs from across denominations hold a place of honour in the Church, Pope Francis said yesterday, highlighting their examples of faith and courage that continue to inspire Christians today. Source: CNS.
German bishops debate future of Synodal Path
Four German bishops say the final document of the Synod on Synodality rules out further reforms from Germany’s Synodal Path initiative. Source: The Tablet.
Stolen Generations trauma feeds haunting horror story
“The Moogai” is an Australian horror film about a mother who starts seeing a malevolent spirit she is convinced is trying to take her baby. Source: Australian Catholics.