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South Sudan’s Australian ‘angel’ served the poorest of the poor
Sr Moira Lynch FDNSC, who in her 70s left Sydney to serve the poorest of the poor in war-torn southern Sudan, has been recognised in her regional hometown’s walk of fame. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
South Australian runs lifeline to Gaza
Jodie Clark has quite possibly the toughest job in the world. As head of the Rafah border crossing between Egypt and Gaza, she is responsible for delivering food, medicine, fuel and other supplies to more than 2 million Palestinians. Source: The Southern Cross.
Departing chief ‘personifies what Caritas represents’
After nearly five years in the role, Kirsty Robertson has announced her resignation as Caritas Australia’s chief executive officer, effective from August 9.
Marist brother’s secret to living a long and joyful life? Love
The Marist Brothers Star of the Sea Province will tomorrow celebrate the 100th birthday of its oldest living brother, Br Vincent Shekleton.
Education director retires after 23 years feeling ‘truly blessed’
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.
Anzac Day reminds priest of going to war on the big screen
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.
Why it was time for Sheridan to ‘come out’ as Christian in public life
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.
Susan Pascoe AM accepts Honorary Doctorate from ACU
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.
Oldest man in the world dies aged 114
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.