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Bishops Election

Bishops set out issues to reflect on before voting

Australia’s Catholic bishops say the federal election is an opportunity to bring hope where hope has been lost, especially for the vulnerable and disadvantaged. Source: ACBC Media Blog.

Education

ACU principals survey reports worsening levels of anxiety, depression

Australian Catholic University’s latest survey of principals sounds a dire warning, with school leaders reporting worsening levels of anxiety and depression as they continue to face high levels of physical violence, threats, and bullying.

Pope Francis

Pope showing  ‘slight improvements’ as convalescence continues 

Home from the hospital after more than five weeks, Pope Francis is showing “slight improvements” in his breathing, ability to speak and mobility, the Vatican press office says. Source: CNS.

Charity Natural disasters

Caritas launches appeal after more than 1600 die in Myanmar quake

Caritas Australia has launched an appeal following the catastrophic 7.7 magnitude earthquake that struck near the city of Mandalay on Friday, killing more than 1600 people and at least 18 in neighbouring Thailand. 

Tributes

Loreto leader played key role in shaping governance of religious life

The Loreto Sisters of Australia and South-East Asia have announced the death of former institute and province leader, Sr Mary Wright IBVM.

Modern Slavery

Survivor raises awareness of modern slavery

Modern slavery was a major focus of pastoral and social justice work in primary schools, colleges and kindergartens in the Rockhampton Diocese this month. Source: ACAN. 

Lent

Measure your life by Christ, not social media: Papal preacher

The preacher of the papal household said Christians should resist the temptation to be swayed by applause, popularity or approval, and instead ground their lives firmly in Christ. Source: OSV News.

Saints

Italian prosecutors open investigation into illegal sale of relic

Italian prosecutors have opened an investigation of an illegal online auction of a relic of Blessed Carlo Acutis, one month before his scheduled canonisation. Source: The Tablet.

Middle East Pilgrimage

Camino project aims to highlight Lebanon’s rich religious heritage

Lebanon will soon have its own camino, according to the Association of Pilgrimages in Lebanon. Source: CNA.