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Report says violations of religious freedom increasing every year
Religious freedom is not only a fundamental and essential human right, “it is also a pathway to truth and deeper communion with God and neighbour,” Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin said yesterday. Source: CNS.
Catholic Safeguarding welcomes appointment of new Children’s Commissioner
Australian Catholic Safeguarding Ltd has welcomed the appointment of Deb Tsorbaris as the new National Children’s Commissioner and acknowledged the federal Government’s ongoing commitment to safeguarding children and young people.
Visiting bishop shares mission message
Zambian Bishop Edwin Mulandu celebrated the World Mission Sunday Mass at St Stephen’s Cathedral in Brisbane on Sunday, gathering parishioners and friends of Catholic Mission for this day dedicated to the missionary work of the Church.
Proposed amendment to Marriage Act defeated in NSW Parliament
Legislation that would ensure the legal validity of religious marriages has been narrowly defeated in a 16-20 vote of the New South Wales Legislative Council. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Euthanasia critic says acting ethically central for effective health care
Emergency physician Stephen Parnis will tell medical and health professionals why acting ethically, even if it comes at a personal or professional cost, is central for safe, effective health care. Source: ACU.
‘Hot cup of chocolate before you go to bed’ celebrates fourth anniversary
Launched in the midst of the COVID pandemic, Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese’s online Rosary has just celebrated its fourth anniversary – and it’s still going strong. Source: Catholic Voice.
Church calls for justice for victims of Sri Lankan bombing
More than six years after the 2019 Easter Sunday bombings in Sri Lanka, the local Church is urging the government to appoint a special prosecutor to ensure justice for the victims. Source: Vatican News.
Artist sought to convey new saint’s ‘bright inner light’
The Spanish artist who painted the official portrait of St Peter To Rot that was hung on the façade of St Peter’s Basilica says the work is the culmination of a life dedicated to reflecting the light of faith in art. Source: CNA.
Uruguay becomes first Latin American country to legalise assisted suicide
Uruguay has legalised euthanasia, becoming the first country in Latin America to pass a law that allows assisted suicide. Source: BBC.