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All Christians are called to be evangelists: Pope
Pope Leo XIV said all Christians are called to be saints and, hence, evangelists, drawing inspiration and guidance from the Church’s canonised holy men and women. Source: EWTN News.
Internet watchdog plays down fears of censorship
Social media companies are not about to go on a censorship spree, according to the federal online watchdog. Source: Canberra Times.
New military bishop calls for prayers on Remembrance Day
On Remembrance Day, Australians are urged to observe a minute’s silence to remember all those who have died or suffered for the country in armed conflicts. But it’s also a minute of prayer, says Bishop Stuart Hall. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Pope meets privately with five Argentine abuse survivors
Pope Leo XIV has met privately with five people abused by clergy or Church institutions in Argentina, listening individually to their experiences during an encounter that lasted more than an hour, the Holy See Press Office said. Source: OSV News.
Peace on the agenda at multifaith gathering
The Cloister Hall at St Patrick’s Cathedral in Parramatta recently served as a meeting place for people whose prayers, customs, and stories may differ, but whose longing for peace is shared. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Hobart Synod heralds new era for missionary church
Tasmania is a beautiful place but it is also the least religious place in Australia, according to Hobart Archbishop Tony Ireland. Source: Hobart Archdiocese.
Church must care for refugees and migrants: Pope
As nations struggle with humanitarian challenges and declining funding for international assistance, Pope Leo XIV said the Church must continue its mission to care for migrants and refugees, especially children. Source: Vatican News.
Death penalty support drops in US
Support for the death penalty among adults in the United States has dropped below the majority level for the first time since 1971, a new Gallup poll found. Source: OSV News.
Seventy million people a week ask AI questions on religion
More than 1.2 billion people now use ChatGPT every week and 70 million submit queries about religion, reveals a brand-new report from Open AI. Source: The Tablet.