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Pope celebrates anniversary of election with cake and candles
Pope Francis spent the 12th anniversary of his election to the papacy undergoing physiotherapy at Rome’s Gemelli hospital, but he was well enough to celebrate it in little ways. Source: CNS.
Catholic organisations called to resume the journey
After a period of healing, reflection and discernment following the outcome of 2023 Voice to Parliament referendum, the National Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Catholic Council and Caritas Australia are calling on Catholic organisations to rejoin the One Journey, Together initiative.
Calvary’s affordable rentals for retirees was full within 72 hours
As cost of living pressures continue to mount, and data showing that 20 per cent of older Australians are retiring into poverty, one aged care provider has had an overwhelming response to its affordable rental offering. Source: Aged Care Insite.
Minns rules out repealing new NSW hate speech laws
Premier Chris Minns has ruled out the New South Wales Government repealing its new hate speech laws, despite repeated claims the bill was rushed through Parliament. Source: ABC News.
Virtual learning revolutionising rural Catholic education
Virtual learning in the education sector has enormous potential for students in the Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese, according to McAuley College principal Eamonn Moore. Source: Catholic Voice.
Bringing kids closer to Jesus by ‘walking their walk and talking their talk’
Activity packs designed by Brisbane’s Archdiocesan Ministries children and families team aim to make the Year of Jubilee come alive for the archdiocese’s littlest “pilgrims of hope”. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Clean water a life changer for Vietnamese villagers
Jesuit Mission Australia, in partnership with the Vietnam Province of the Society of Jesus, is providing safe, affordable drinking water and hope to thousands of vulnerable families in central Vietnam.
Russia backs ceasefire proposal but wants more details
Russian President Vladimir Putin said he agreed in principle with a United States proposal for a 30-day ceasefire in Ukraine, but the terms need to be worked out, and he emphasised that it should pave the way to lasting peace. Source: SMH.
Pastor, spy, assassin: Portrait of one of the great Christians of the 20th century
Bonhoeffer is a portrait of Dietrich Bonhoeffer, widely considered one of the great Christian figures of the 20th century for his stance against Nazi fascism, which ultimately led to his death. Source: Australian Catholics.