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Defend the Christian voice and its values: Credlin

Christians, now more than ever, need to make the case for Australia’s Judeo-Christian heritage in the public square, Walkley Award–winning broadcaster Peta Credlin has told a gathering hosted by the Knights of the Southern Cross Victoria. Source: Melbourne Catholic.

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Remembering Australia’s greatest Catholic hymn writer 50 years on

Yesterday marked 50 years since the death of James McAuley, the man considered to be Australia’s most significant Catholic hymn writer.  Source: Hobart Archdiocese.

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Australia ‘a good country that has lost its way’ 

Australia’s future depends on rebuilding social trust, understanding our history and finding causes worth fighting for, according to former deputy prime minister John Anderson. Source: Melbourne Catholic.

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Catholic professionals urged to ‘sow hope’ in a cynical age 

TAFE Queensland chief executive officer Tim Rawlings has told a gathering of Catholic professionals that the support of his childhood parish anchored his family at a time of personal hardship. Source: The Catholic Leader. 

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World’s oldest Trappist monk dies in Hong Kong

Hong Kong Diocese has announced the death of Trappist Father Benedict Chao, who, prior to his death at 108 years old, was the oldest Trappist monk in the world. Source: UCA News.

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Farming families won’t forget Sr Christine’s ‘years of selfless service’ 

A charity that has helped drought-stricken and flood-battered farming families stay afloat for almost two decades in south-west Queensland is closing its doors. Source: The Catholic Leader.

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Helping homeless in Brisbane puts spring in Roby’s step on Alice trek

Roby Curtis is walking from Brisbane to Alice Springs in the spiritual footsteps of his hero, St John Paul II. Source: The Catholic Leader.

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Nation reflects on Hollingworth’s legacy

Former Governor-General and Anglican archbishop Peter Hollingworth, whose career was clouded by his handling of child abuse in the church, has died aged 91. Source: News.com.au.

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Venerable Mary Glowrey celebrated with Mass of Thanksgiving

Venerable Mary of the Sacred Heart Glowrey was celebrated at a Mass of Thanksgiving on Friday at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Melbourne. Source: Melbourne Catholic.