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Memorial Mass celebrates South Sudanese bishop’s ‘courage, strength and resilience’
Members of South Australia’s African Catholic community were joined by the faithful from interstate dioceses for the first anniversary Mass and celebration of South Sudanese Bishop Paride Taban. Source: The Southern Cross.
Archbishop Porteous reflects on 50 years of priesthood
As Archbishop Julian Porteous marked 50 years of priesthood this month, he reflected upon his many and varied experiences over five decades, keenly aware of the work of God’s abundant grace and mercy in his life. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Wong reiterates vow to hold Russia to account over MH17 downing
Marking 10 years since the horrific downing of Malaysia Airlines Flight MH17, Australian Foreign Affairs Minister Penny Wong has reignited her vow to hold Russia to account for the nearly 300 deaths. Source: News.com.au.
Canossian Sisters celebrate 75 years in Australia
The Canossian Daughters of Charity are always ready to “go where God sends us”, says Australian delegation leader Sr Mel Dwyer. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Pope Francis marks D-Day anniversary with call for peace
Marking 80 years since some 4,400 Allied troops “heroically gave their lives” to the cause of freedom by storming the beach in Normandy, D-Day commemorations remind the world that disrupting peace in pursuit of worldly interests is a grave sin, Pope Francis said. Source: CNS.
Cathedral’s story shapes faithful people of Queensland
Brisbane Archbishop Mark Coleridge led hundreds of students, teachers, clergy, religious, church workers, parishioners, dignitaries and guests in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the blessing and dedication of St Stephen’s Cathedral. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Sisters of St Joseph bring hope over many decades
Sisters of Saint Joseph from across Australia, Ireland, and New Zealand recently achieved major milestones, celebrating 80, 75, and 70 years of religious profession. Source: Sisters of Saint Joseph.
Caritas celebrates 60 years of ‘compassion in action’
Caritas Australia is celebrating its 60th anniversary with the launch of a limited-edition commemorative book, 60 Faces: Portraits of Compassion in Action.
Pilgrimage launches 150th anniversary year of Sandhurst Diocese
Hundreds of pilgrims walked from St Kilian’s Church to Sacred Heart Cathedral in Bendigo on Sunday to launch the start of the Sandhurst Diocese’s 150th anniversary year.