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Madalena cooks up plan for the future
Catholic Mission, the Australian agency of the Pontifical Mission Societies, is helping to change lives and give a voice to the youth of Timor-Leste.
Church in India to observe national day of prayer for peace
India’s Catholic bishops have called for a national day of prayer this Sunday, July 2, to end the ongoing sectarian violence in Manipur. Source: Vatican News.
Vatican confirms Pope’s ‘staycation’ in July
As has been his practice since becoming pope in 2013, Pope Francis will take most of the month of July off as a sort of “staycation”. Source: NCR Online.
Allegations of perjury prompt police search of German archdiocese
German law enforcement officials searched several buildings of the Archdiocese of Cologne yesterday as part of an ongoing investigation into allegations of perjury made against the archbishop, Cardinal Rainer Maria Woelki. Source: CNA.
ACT Government to take control of Calvary hospice
The ACT Government will take control of Clare Holland House next week after it reached an agreement with Calvary over the hospice. Source: Canberra Times.
Albanese remains confident despite falling support for Voice
Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has shrugged off polls showing slipping support for the Voice to Parliament, but concedes the Government needs to “make it clear” what is at stake as the referendum campaign begins in earnest. Source: The Guardian.
Government’s response to housing crisis ‘a fantastic first step’
Catholic organisations in Canberra have welcomed the news that the ACT will receive $50 million from the Albanese Government to boost social housing. Source: Catholic Voice.
Fundraiser to help survivors of modern slavery find a safe place to call home
Ahead of the United Nations World Day Against Trafficking in Persons on July 30, the Sisters of Charity Foundation has launched a campaign to “Raise the Roof” for survivors of modern slavery and human trafficking in Australia.
Teachers return to class for lessons in student wellbeing
Educators, school leaders and student service staff are set to benefit from an innovative education training program that focuses on student wellbeing. Source: University of Notre Dame Australia.