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New director appointed for Catholic Education in Rockhampton
Rockhampton Bishop Michael McCarthy, has announced the appointment of Mr Michael McCusker as the new Director of Catholic Education for the Rockhampton Diocese effective from July.
Taking the message of Mercy to the United Nations
A young Adelaide woman and member of anti-trafficking group ACRATH says that undertaking an internship in New York with Mercy Global Action has confirmed her belief that young people and faith-based organisations can make a difference to the lives of those trafficked and living and working in slave-like conditions.
Dog and robot bromance a charming, wordless delight
Robot Dreams is an animation film with great appeal to younger audiences and good entertainment for older audiences. Source: Australian Catholics.
AI priest sparks more backlash than belief
A new AI priest, launched by a Catholic teaching apostolate to answer questions about the faith, has been “laicised” after sparking online backlash. Source: OSV News.
European bishops support EU expansion, warn against ideology
Europe’s bishops have voiced support for the European Union’s future enlargement plans, saying it provides a unique opportunity to showcase the value of fraternity, but have also cautioned against the imposition of ideology and the pursuit of particular interests. Source: Crux.
Pope Francis uses Easter blessing to pray for peace
In his Easter Sunday blessing, Pope Francis asked the risen Lord to open paths of peace in the Holy Land, Ukraine, and all regions of the world suffering from war and violence. Source: CNA.
Faith leaders spread Easter messages of hope and goodwill
Christians across Australia and the world have gathered to celebrate Easter – one of the most significant days on the Christian calendar – seen by many as a time of recollection and renewed hope. Source: SBS News/ABC News.
Wage rise key to keeping Australians out of poverty: bishops
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has argued for a 4.9 per cent rise in the national minimum wage. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Youth ministry representatives head to Rome
To mark five years since the release of Christus Vivit, youth ministry representatives from around the globe will head to Rome for the International Congress on Youth Ministry in May, hosted by the Dicastery for Laity, Family and Life. Source: ACBC.