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Christ not absent from Gaza, but crucified in the wounded, patriarchs
Amid the destruction witnessed during a pastoral visit to Gaza, Latin Patriarch of Jerusalem Cardinal Pierbattista Pizzaballa and Greek Orthodox Patriarch Theophilos III of Jerusalem said they found something more enduring — “the dignity of the human spirit”. Source: OSV News.
‘It’s a miracle’: Islamic terrorist group releases Nigerian priest
A Nigerian priest who served for years in the United States has been released after being held in captivity by the Islamic terrorist group Boko Haram for several weeks. Source: CNA.
Swiss politician charged after firing shots at image of Mary and Jesus
Swiss prosecutors have filed criminal charges against a Zurich councillor and former Green Liberal Party leader after she posted images of herself firing approximately 20 shots at an image depicting the Virgin Mary and the infant Jesus. Source: National Catholic Register.
First day of new Parliament begins with ecumenical church service
Veteran MPs and fresh-faced senators gathered in Canberra yesterday for the formal opening of the 48th federal Parliament. Source: Canberra City News.
Catholic Social Teaching ‘relevant’ to challenges facing Parliament
With the opening of Parliament yesterday, Catholic Social Services Australia has highlighted three important principles from Catholic Social Teaching that could enhance Australia’s parliamentary democracy.
Pope affirms value of elderly in life of the Church
Pope Leo XIV has paid a private visit to the Santa Marta Home for the Elderly in Castel Gandolfo, offering words of comfort, encouragement, and spiritual closeness to the women residing there and to their carers. Source: Vatican News.
Number of homeless women and girls reaches ‘emergency proportions’
Women and girls are at the centre of a homelessness crisis which has reached “emergency proportions” across Australia, the country’s peak body has warned. Source: SBS News.
Wong says no rift with US after statement condemning Israel
Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has downplayed a rift with the Trump Administration after Australia joined 28 nations in calling for an immediate end to the war in Gaza and condemning Israel over the deaths of hundreds of Palestinians seeking aid. Source: The Age.
Loreto Sisters celebrate 150 years in Australia
July marks 150 years since the Loreto Sisters first set foot in Australia, beginning a legacy of education and social justice. Source: Melbourne Catholic.