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Vatican calls on Christians and Muslims to walk ‘side by side’
The Vatican has expressed its solidarity with Muslims participating in the Ramadan fast, noting that Catholics also fast and do penance during the season of Lent and inviting greater dialogue and friendship between people of the two religions. Source: CNA.
Maronites condemn Mardi Gras depiction of Jesus, call for mutual respect
The Maronite Catholic Church has expressed concern over recent footage and images of a drag performer at the Sydney Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras, which many interpreted as mocking Jesus Christ and His crucifixion.
UK studies claim religion may have helped during COVID-19
Religious people may have coped better during the coronavirus pandemic than those without a spiritual faith, researchers from the United Kingdom have claimed. Source: BBC News.
Religious affairs category added to journalism’s Kennedy Awards
The national Kennedy Awards for outstanding journalism has introduced a new category, acknowledging the important role that human rights, day-to-day social issues and religion play in society.
Illuminate project lights the way for religious education
A religious education project operating in some Toowoomba Catholic schools is “lighting the way” for teachers to foster the religious life of their school.
Church of England to consider using gender-neutral terminology to refer to God
The Church of England will explore the use of gender-neutral terms to refer to God in prayers but says there are no plans to abolish current services. Source: ABC News.
Christians in England and Wales fall below 50 per cent
Less than half of the population of England and Wales described themselves as “Christian” in the 2021 census, according to the results published yesterday. Source: The Tablet.
AFL club CEO stands down over Christian beliefs
Former banking boss Andrew Thorburn believes his “personal Christian faith is not tolerated or permitted in the public square” after his 30-hour stint as chief executive of the AFL’s Essendon club came crashing down. Source: The Australian.