Francis
Francis
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Pope Francis prays for Tonga after eruption
Pope Francis expressed his spiritual closeness to the people of Tonga yesterday, following the volcanic eruption which unleashed a destructive tsunami. Source: Vatican News.
Employment
Employment
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Crisis talks over COVID’s long-term jobless
Industry leaders held talks with the Morrison Government over worker shortages after data revealed more than 200,000 people who entered the welfare system during the first COVID-19 lockdown in 2020 remain reliant on support. Source: The Australian.
Education
Education
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South Australian Catholic schools offer parents fee relief
Catholic schools in South Australia are making education more affordable in the wake of the pandemic, offering families hundreds of dollars in fee relief. Source: The Advertiser.
Social Justice
Social Justice
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No prison inmate should be deprived of hope: Pope
Pope Francis issued a plea on behalf of prison inmates yesterday, saying they should never be deprived of hope and always be given the opportunity to redeem themselves. Source: Crux.
Health
Health
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Premature babies saved by a minute
Delaying cutting the umbilical cord on premature newborns is improving survival rates of babies born before full term, according to neonatal specialists at Australia’s largest maternity services provider. Source: Mater.
Charity
Charity
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Vinnies founder shaped ‘social Catholicism’
The St Vincent de Paul Society National Council has released a fresh reflection on Catholic Social Teaching, the principles which have underpinned the Society’s work for more than 150 years.
Homelessness
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Reopening of WA a ‘perfect storm’ for homeless
Homeless advocates fear the reopening of Western Australia’s border will drive more people onto the streets during an expected surge in COVID-19 cases. Source: 7News.com.au.
Coronavirus
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Top Vatican officials test positive to COVID-19
Vatican Secretary of State Cardinal Pietro Parolin and his Venezuelan substitute Archbishop Edgar Peña Parra have tested positive for COVID-19, the Holy See press office confirmed. Source: CNA.
Southeast Asia
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Former priest to run for presidency in Timor-Leste
A former Catholic priest has officially announced his candidacy for Timor-Leste’s presidential elections on March 19. Source: UCA News.
Media Releases
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