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Gap between haves and have-nots widens
The gap between Australia’s haves and have-nots has widened in the past two decades, with a new report revealing the average household wealth of the top 10 per cent has grown much faster since 2003 than the lowest 60 per cent. Source: The New Daily.
Religious, political leaders release joint statement after church stabbing
A diverse group of New South Wales faith leaders, Premier Chris Minns and the Minister for Multiculturalism Steve Kamper have released a joint statement in an effort to calm tensions following the knife attack at a Sydney church on Monday. Source: The Echo.
Former Bishop of Broome facing new charges
Former Broome Bishop Christopher Saunders is facing two new indecent assault charges after his home in Western Australia’s north was raided yesterday. Source: ABC News.
Pope offers prayers for prisoners of war and victims of torture
Pope Francis has appealed to countries at war to release prisoners and has offered special prayers for those who have endured torture. Source: NCR Online.
Caritas gives ‘heartfelt thanks’ after successful Project Compassion
More than 1700 schools and 1200 parishes across the country took part in this year’s Caritas Australia’s annual Lenten fundraiser, Project Compassion.
Evangelisation circles a ‘catalyst for continuing renewal’
Parishes within the Canberra-Goulburn Archdiocese will benefit greatly from the creation of evangelisation circles in the archdiocese’s Year of the Holy Spirit, according to Roger Paul. Source: Catholic Voice.
Temperance the secret to enjoying every good thing: Pope
Exercising the virtue of temperance is not a recipe for a boring life, Pope Francis said yesterday, but the secret to enjoying every good thing. Source: CNS.
Security expert calls for more protection for Norh American churches
An assault on a Texas priest – along with recent incidents at Catholic churches in North America – highlights the need for parishes to implement more robust security measures, says a security expert. Source: OSV News.
India urged to scrap anti-conversion laws after polls
A United Kingdom-based Christian advocacy group has urged India to repeal the sweeping anti-conversion laws enacted by about a dozen states after the national polls. Source: UCA News.