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Departing chief ‘personifies what Caritas represents’
- . 26 July 2024
After nearly five years in the role, Kirsty Robertson has announced her resignation as Caritas Australia’s chief executive officer, effective from August 9.
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Marist brother’s secret to living a long and joyful life? Love
- . 18 June 2024
The Marist Brothers Star of the Sea Province will tomorrow celebrate the 100th birthday of its oldest living brother, Br Vincent Shekleton.
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Education director retires after 23 years feeling ‘truly blessed’
- . 17 June 2024
Catholic Education Rockhampton has farewelled Leesa Jeffcoat at a Mass of Thanksgiving at St Joseph’s Cathedral, Rockhampton, as she concludes her time as director after more than two decades in the role.
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Anzac Day reminds priest of going to war on the big screen
- . 24 April 2024
When the opening credits roll on the 1981 Australian war drama Gallipoli, Adelaide priest Fr Mark Sexton is reminded of his time in the Australian Army. Source: The Southern Cross.
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Why it was time for Sheridan to ‘come out’ as Christian in public life
- . 22 April 2024
Despite a long career in journalism, it has only been in the past several years that Greg Sheridan has chosen to become more vocal in his defence of Christianity. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
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Susan Pascoe AM accepts Honorary Doctorate from ACU
- . 17 April 2024
Susan Pascoe has accepted an Honorary Doctorate from Australian Catholic University, conferred in recognition of her years of service in Australia and overseas in the fields of education, public administration, charity, religion, and community.
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Oldest man in the world dies aged 114
- . 5 April 2024
Juan Vicente Pérez Mora, who prayed the Rosary twice a day and was the confirmed oldest man in the world, died on Tuesday, just weeks before his 115th birthday. Source: CNA.
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Faith, family and wine: Winery owner pours out her heart
- . 4 April 2024
A bottle of wine can tell a thousand stories and for Valerie Miranda from South Australia’s Barossa Valley, it’s a tale of faith and family. Source: The Southern Cross.
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AFL star combines faith, family and footy
- . 15 March 2024
After coming so close to making the AFL Grand Final last year, Carlton midfielder Matthew Kennedy is committed to being part of his team’s effort to claim the 2024 premiership flag. But so, too, is he committed to his faith and family. Source: Melbourne Catholic.