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Pope pledges to be peacemaker in meeting with Eastern Catholics
During a meeting with Eastern Catholics, many of whom come from war-torn regions, Pope Leo XIV pledged the Vatican’s full commitment to promoting peace and reconciliation. Source: OSV News.
NT Government orders parliamentary inquiry into voluntary assisted dying
The Northern Territory Government has ordered a parliamentary inquiry into voluntary assisted dying, including instructions to prepare guidelines for creating laws if the committee recommends adopting the practice in the NT. Source: NT News.
Caritas, CRA call for restoration of humanitarian aid to Gaza
Caritas Australia and Catholic Religious Australia have reaffirmed their call for an end to the suffering of civilians in Gaza, in line with Pope Leo XIV’s call for peace and the provision of humanitarian aid.
Albanese begins second term with a new slogan
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese is pledging to strengthen Australia with a second-term agenda that eases division, outlining his vision for “progressive patriotism” that can unite the country at a time of global instability. Source: The Age.
Bishops approve new association to support deacons
A new association has been established to support the growing number of ordained deacons in the Catholic Church in Australia. Source: ACDA.
Prison chaplain awarded highest papal honour
After more than 30 years of unwavering service, Sr Mary O’Shannassy SGS has retired from her role as senior chaplain of the CatholicCare prison ministry team in Victoria. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Sinner nets meeting with Pope
The day after advancing to the semi-finals of the Italian Open, Jannik Sinner paid a visit to a fan: Pope Leo XIV. Source: CNS.
Synod leaders pledge obedience to Pope Leo
The leadership of the Vatican’s Synod office has offered its full availability and support of Pope Leo XIV in a public letter to the new pontiff shared on its website and social media pages. Source: National Catholic Register.
Pakistan passes law to protect rights of religious minorities
Pakistan’s Parliament has passed a law to establish a commission entrusted to protect the rights of religious minorities in the Islamic nation. Source: UCA News.