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Politics Poverty

Vinnies highlights reforms to reduce poverty 

At Parliament House in Canberra today, the St Vincent de Paul Society will share insights on how modest, budget-neutral reforms to Australia’s tax and welfare system could lift as many as one million Australians out of poverty. 

Catechesis Pope Leo XIV

Christ’s Resurrection the foundation of faith: Pope

Christ’s Resurrection can bring direction to our daily lives, fulfil our thirst for meaning, and transmit hope to the world, Pope Leo XIV said during his general audience yesterday. Source: Vatican News.

Education Politics

Catholic sector welcomes proposed amendments to copyright legislation

The National Catholic Education Commission has welcomed proposed amendments to copyright legislation, which prioritise the use of quality source materials in an online environment.

Northern Territory Southeast Asia

Darwin professionals volunteer to help disabled children in Timor Leste

A group of Northern Territory professionals is in Timor-Leste this week to help expand a vital disability care centre, offering new hope to some of the country’s most vulnerable children. Source: Darwin Diocese.

People

Retiring ACBC executive ‘provided wisdom, strength, and constancy’ 

Deputy General Secretary of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference Jeremy Stuparich will retire at the end of this year after 14 years of service. Source: ACBC Media Blog.

In The Dioceses Youth

Lismore bishop says Church needs voice and energy of young people

Lismore Bishop Greg Homeming OCD has re-established the Diocesan Youth Council, reaffirming the Church’s commitment to listening to, accompanying, and empowering young people on their faith journeys.

Southeast Asia

Good Sams launch appeal after typhoon batters Philippines island

The Sisters of the Good Samaritan Foundation has launched an urgent emergency appeal following the destruction caused by Typhoon Tino, which has severely impacted communities on the island of Negros in the Philippines.

Mental Health Pope Leo XIV Prayer

Pope asks Catholics to pray for those who struggle with suicidal thoughts 

Pope Leo XIV has asked Catholics to join him in praying this month for those who struggle with suicidal thoughts and for all people “who live in darkness and despair”. Source: OSV News.

United Nations

Vatican diplomat says space must be safeguarded for the common good

The Vatican’s top diplomat to the United Nations says outer space must be safeguarded for peaceful purposes and for the common good of humanity. Source: NCR Online.