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Marriage an exclusive union between one man and one woman: Vatican
The foundation of sacramental marriage is the unity of the spouses, a bond so intense and grace-filled that it is exclusive and indissoluble, a new Vatican document states. Source: CNS.
CRA warns Government’s environmental reforms ‘fall short’
Catholic Religious Australia has urged the Albanese Government to reconsider its proposed environmental law reforms, saying the reforms fall short of what is needed to properly protect and restore Australia’s diverse plants, animals and ecosystems.
Doogue reveals ‘secret sauce’ in interfaith dialogue
Friendship is the “secret sauce” when it comes to building a society that embraces diversity and interfaith dialogue, award-winning journalist Geraldine Doogue has said. Source: ACU.
Toowoomba set to hold Diocesan Synod
Toowoomba Diocese is embarking on a journey of faith and renewal with the announcement of a Diocesan Synod, convoked by Bishop Ken Howell on Sunday.
Permanent diaconate was ‘a call placed in our hearts’
After years of prayerful discernment and study and with the loving support of their families, Philip Pham and Robert Tonkli were ordained by Sydney Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP in St Mary’s Cathedral on November 19. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Popemobile transformed into mobile clinic for Gaza children
A popemobile used by Pope Francis during his 2014 tour of the Holy Land has been transformed into a mobile health clinic for Gaza’s children, but Israeli authorities are yet to give permission for it to enter the war-ravaged strip. Source: ABC News.
‘Daughter of Oceania’ appointed Caritas Internationalis VP
The chief executive of Caritas Aotearoa New Zealand, Mena Antonio, has been appointed vice president of the world’s second-largest humanitarian organisation. Source: CathNews NZ.
Bishops urge Nigerian government to end security crisis
Nigeria’s bishops have called on the government to take urgent action to respond to the country’s deteriorating security situation, warning that “criminality has penetrated our national life”. Source: The Tablet.
Church supporting industry in troubled waters
The global fishing industry is facing new challenges – and the Church is working to raise awareness and advocate for those who make their living on the sea. Source: Crux.