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Pope joins children from war-torn countries at interfaith concert
As wars intensify in Ukraine and the Middle East, Pope Leo XIV joined children from Israel, Palestine and other countries at Castel Gandolfo for an interfaith concert highlighting music’s power to bridge divisions. Source: RNS.
Everybody deserves a place to call home: Holy See
Homelessness needs to be addressed in order to create sustainable cities that enable every person to flourish and that contribute to the common good, the Permanent Observer Mission of the Holy See to the United Nations said. Source: Vatican News.
World Day brings global attention to human trafficking
World Day Against Trafficking in Persons, observed today, brings global attention to human trafficking, urging vigilance and action to prevent this crime. Source: ACRATH.
Providers turning their attention to at-home supportÂ
Queensland’s ageing population is growing, and with advancements in technology and medicine, providers are now turning their attention to at-home support. Source: The Catholic Leader.
Sydney Archdiocese prepares to ordain three new priests
Three men preparing to be ordained priests for the Sydney Archdiocese on August 8 at St Mary’s Cathedral have reflected on the faith, formation and moments of grace that led them to answer God’s call. Source: The Catholic Weekly.
Retreat helps Catholics prepare for Eucharistic Congress Â
Canberra and Goulburn Catholics gathered at a Eucharistic Retreat Day on Saturday, one of the archdiocese’s first opportunities to prepare spiritually for the 2028 International Eucharistic Congress in Sydney. Source: Catholic Voice.
Suspended Catholic priest jailed for murder in Uganda
A suspended Catholic priest in Uganda has been sentenced to 31 years in prison after pleading guilty to the murder of a Uganda Revenue Authority official and the attempted murder of a man who tried to help. Source: EWTN News.Â
Wildfires in Spain force monastery evacuation
Wildfires burning through central Spain forced a community of Augustinian sisters to evacuate their monastery as flames threatened the region. Source: Catholic Review.
Vatican to host first conference of Christians and ConfuciansÂ
The Vatican will launch its first conference of Christians and Confucians to expand the Catholic Church’s outreach to the Asian ethical tradition. Source: National Catholic Register.