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Five new permanent deacons embark on ministry of service
Five married men from Western Sydney and the Blue Mountains have been ordained for the permanent diaconate of the Parramatta Diocese. Source: Catholic Outlook.
Project gives free legal support for African youth
A program that will offer free legal support and information for members of the African-Australian community, including youths in trouble with the law, is set to be launched in Adelaide early next year. Source: The Southern Cross.
New look for Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools
Melbourne Archdiocese Catholic Schools has launched a new brand and visual identity, which aims to bring to life the purpose of its schools – to inspire and enable every student to flourish and enrich the world.
Former Labor deputy to lead welfare review
Former Labor powerbroker Jenny Macklin will lead a 16-person economic inclusion advisory committee making recommendations on welfare payment levels and other social policies ahead of the May Budget. Source: The Australian.
Jesuit’s spiritual abuse excommunication causes ‘shock and sorrow’
An eminent Jesuit priest and artist, Fr Marko Rupnik, was excommunicated after being found guilty of “one of the worst forms of spiritual abuse” just two years before the Vatican decided to take no action on further abuse allegations. Source: The Tablet.
Blockbuster sci-fi sequel a visual spectacle
Avatar: The Way of Water is the long-awaited first sequel to 2009’s Avatar. Viewers return to the Sully family to watch how trouble follows them and what they do to keep each other safe. Source: Jesuit Media.
Celebrate Christmas ‘with Ukraine in your hearts’
Pope Francis has invited people to spend less on their Christmas celebrations this year and donate the savings to help the people of Ukraine. Source: CNS.
Catholic sector welcomes new surgical items funding scheme
Catholic Health Australia has welcomed the Albanese Government’s announcement that health insurers will continue to pay for essential surgical items such as sutures and skin glues when reforms of a key funding list come into force.
Federal police act on human trafficking as cases surge
Federal police have blocked 53 people from entering into forced marriages, being made to leave Australia against their will and enduring domestic servitude in the past year. Source: The Australian.