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No act of love is ever wasted: Bishop Tarabay
Even the smallest gestures of charity bring hope to those in need, writes Maronite Bishop Antoine-Charbel Tarabay. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Churches consider urgent appeal to Treasurer over tax changes
Churches are considering an urgent submission to Jim Chalmers to shield charities from a potential loss in donations of $3 billion after proposed trust tax changes were kept in Treasury’s policy, despite indications Labor would consider a “carve-out”. Source: The Australian.
Caritas online platform makes it easier put faith into action
Caritas Australia has launched its Compassion Hub, a new online platform that makes it easier for individuals, schools, parishes, community groups and workplaces to raise money for people facing poverty, injustice and humanitarian emergencies around the world.
Caritas Australia welcomes delegation from Timor Leste
Caritas Australia has welcomed a delegation from Timor-Leste, reaffirming a longstanding partnership grounded in solidarity, local leadership and shared commitment to the most vulnerable.
Caritas Australia launches Venezuela earthquake appeal
Caritas Australia has launched an urgent appeal to support communities in Venezuela after two powerful earthquakes struck last week, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
Caritas says humanitarian situation in Gaza ‘catastrophic’
Caritas Australia has reaffirmed its support for communities affected by conflict across the Middle East, as renewed tensions over the weekend compound already severe humanitarian crises in Gaza and Lebanon.
Hats off to participants in Vinnies CEO Sleepout
The St Vincent de Paul Society’s annual fundraising blockbuster, Vinnies CEO Sleepout, has been held across the country, raising more than $10 million to combat homelessness. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Departing ACN head thanked for support of ‘the suffering Church’
The board of Aid to the Church in Need Australia and New Zealand has accepted the resignation of its national director, Bernard Toutounji, after almost nine years of service in support of the suffering Church around the world.
Labor considers tax exemptions after warning from religious groups
The Albanese Government is considering an exemption for discretionary trusts that would allow them to make donations to charities before paying the new 30 per cent tax on distribution income. Source: The Australian.