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Exorcism is ‘the power of Jesus’
Melbourne Archdiocese’s official exorcist has reflected on his 12 years in the role at a “God and Beer” event hosted by the Knights of the Southern Cross this week. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Vatican delegate asks Indian Church: ‘Are you with the Pope?’
A Vatican delegate appointed to help find a solution to the raging liturgy controversy in India’s Eastern rite Syro-Malabar Church has told Catholics that those who reject the Vatican-approved Mass effectively reject the Catholic Church. Source: UCA News.
Priests and lay workers to help monitor ceasefire in Colombia
The Colombian bishops conference is training dozens of priests and lay workers on how to help monitor the truce after the nation’s military and the largest remaining rebel group announced a six-month ceasefire. Source: NCR Online.
Italian Government, bishops offer Ukrainian children beach holiday
As part of Italy’s ongoing effort to support Ukrainian refugees, the Italian bishops conference and the Government have partnered to offer a group of Ukrainian children a beach holiday in several seaside towns. Source: Crux.
National cabinet under pressure to find solutions for housing crisis
Pressure is mounting for national cabinet to come up with a better deal for renters and a solution to the housing crisis when the country’s leaders meet today. Source: News.com.au.
Pope renews calls for prayer for Ukraine
Pope Francis has renewed calls for prayer for Ukraine and entrusted to Mary her people’s prayers for peace. Source: OSV News.
Albanese rules out legislating the Voice if No campaign prevails
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has ruled out legislating a Voice to Parliament if the referendum is defeated, pledging that he will honour a No vote and the decision of the Australian people. Source: The Australian.
Maronites unveil new statue of Our Lady of Lebanon
The Maronite Eparchy of Australia, New Zealand and Oceania yesterday celebrated the Feast of the Assumption with the Divine Liturgy and the unveiling of a new statue at Our Lady of Lebanon Co-Cathedral in Harris Park, western Sydney.
Adelaide school teams up with English soccer giants
Christian Brothers College Adelaide has announced an innovative partnership with Tottenham Hotspur Football Club, one of the world’s most famous soccer clubs. Source: The Southern Cross.