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Pope Leo and Ukrainian leader meet to discuss paths to peace
Pope Leo XIV has taken time out from his summer vacation in Castel Gandolfo to receive the president of Ukraine, Volodymyr Zelenskyy. Source: CNA.
Message stick bears message of Christ’s healing and hope: Archbishop Comensoli
NAIDOC Week is being celebrated across Australia, and the Archdiocese of Melbourne is bookending the week that honours and celebrates the rich cultural heritage and contributions of First Nations peoples with a special Mass on each Sunday. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
Virtual reality experience brings story of Carlo Acutis to life
One of the highlights of the Catholic youth festival Purpose Fest 2025, held in Sydney this month was the world premiere of The Carlo Acutis VR Experience, which offered attendees a snapshot of the faith and the future. Source: Catholic Weekly.
Labor warned aged care changes risk squeezing out poorer Australians
Labor’s changes to Australia’s aged care system risk squeezing out elderly people with limited financial means, an industry leader has warned, as advocates call for action to strengthen the reforms. Source: Guardian Australia.
Seminar helps couples understand God’s plan for marriage
Couples from across Brisbane have launched into study of the Theology of the Body under the guidance of author Tatiana Burger. Source: Catholic Leader.
Pope urges Christians to bring peace and reconciliation to the world
Pope Leo XIV has celebrated the first Mass for the Care of Creation at the Laudato Si’ Village in Castel Gandolfo, urging Christians to embrace their mission to bring peace and reconciliation to the world and all creation. Source: Vatican News.
Put your best feet forward for Myanmar
Jesuit Mission Australia has launched One Foot Raised, calling on Australians to take part in a national movement of solidarity on St Ignatius Day, July 31, to raise awareness and critical funds for the people of Myanmar.
Sri Lankan cardinal honoured with postage stamp
The Sri Lankan government has unveiled a postal stamp honouring Cardinal Malcolm Ranjith for his contributions to the state and society on the 50th anniversary of his priestly ordination. Source: UCA News.
US Catholic Church will not endorse political candidates, despite new ruling
The Catholic Church “maintains its stance of not endorsing or opposing political candidates,” US Conference of Catholic Bishops spokesperson Chieko Noguchi said following a recent court case in which a long-standing federal ban against such activity appeared to have been partly relaxed. Source: OSV News.