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Caritas Australia appoints new chair and board members
Caritas Australia has welcomed Carolyn Ireland as its new board chair and announced the appointment of two new non-executive directors, Nicki Patten and Rick Brennan, effective November 30.
Every Catholic archdiocese in Australia and NZ sees Red
For the first time, every Catholic archdiocese in Australia and New Zealand will unite in support of Aid to the Church in Need’s Red November campaign, marking a historic show of solidarity with millions of Christians worldwide who face persecution because of their faith.
Christmas joy clouded by financial stress: Survey
More than half of Australian adults – 52 per cent – feel more financially stressed heading into Christmas than they did a year ago, a new YouGov survey commissioned by the St Vincent de Paul Society reveals.
New appointments strengthen Caritas Australia’s diocesan network
Caritas Australia has welcomed five new diocesan directors this year, strengthening its nationwide network of local Catholic leaders who help bring the Church’s mission of compassion, justice and solidarity to life in communities across Australia.
Global head of Caritas visits Australia
The leader of one of the world’s largest humanitarian networks has concluded a visit to Australia, highlighting the Church’s unique capacity to reach communities from local parishes to the highest levels of global decision-making. Source: Caritas Australia.
Students sink their teeth into Jesuit Mission fundraiser
A total of $60,000 has been raised so far in Jesuit Mission Australia’s One Foot Raised challenge, which sees participants walking to raise funds for at-risk communities around the world.
Former gangster’s move from mayhem to mission
An extraordinary story of conversion, faith and the power of one simple act of love took centre stage at a Melbourne event supporting international charity Mary’s Meals. Source: EWTN Australia.
Caritas helping to strengthen Timor-Leste Catholic associations
Maitland-Newcastle Bishop Michael Kennedy joined Caritas Australia chief executive Kirsten Sayers on a visit to Timor-Leste, meeting with Church, community and national leaders, including Prime Minister Xanana Gusmão and Cardinal VirgÃlio da Silva.
Remember our migrant and refugee children: Vinnies
This World Day of Migrants and Refugees, the St Vincent de Paul Society called on all Australians to recognise the dignity, potential and humanity of every migrant and refugee child.