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Pope stirs controversy with comments about Russia's past
29 August 2023By CNS and staff reporters AS Russia's war in Ukraine continues, Pope Francis has urged young Russian Catholics to sow seeds of reconciliation and peace however they can. But the pope also told them never to forget their heritage and culture, remarks... - Author: The Catholic LeaderCATHEDRAL Guides and Welcomers, past and present, commemorated 25 years as the "welcoming face of Christ" for the St Stephen's community at a Mass yesterday. Cathedral dean Fr Anthony Mellor blessed the group at the end of the 10am Mass and extended his...
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Villanova College is 'a gift to the whole world', archbishop says on 75-year anniversary
28 August 2023IT is the grace of God that stands at the heart of Villanova College, Brisbane Archbishop Mark Coleridge said in his homily at the 75th anniversary Mass for the college last Friday. He said it is St Augustine of Hippo, the patron of the college, who was... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Charity ride shines light on ovarian cancer treatment
28 August 2023CYCLISTS in the weekend Brisbane to Gold Coast charity ride raised more than $565,000 (and counting) with proceeds going towards cancer research at Mater. As part of ongoing fundraising efforts, Mater has highlighted the fight against ovarian cancer -... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Report highlights national drug crisis, Pope Francis calls for an end to 'indifference' towards drug addiction
28 August 2023A DRUG overdose claims an Australian life every four hours according to a new report, coinciding with a call by Pope Francis to cast off our indifference to the crisis of drug addiction. An annual report by public health research group Penington Institute... - Author: The Catholic LeaderA COHORT of seminarians, clergy, religious and lay ministers were in for three days of Spirit-led conversations at the Xavier School of Preaching, held at Holy Spirit Seminary in partnership with Australian Catholic University and Brisbane archdiocese...
- Author: The Catholic LeaderDOROTHY Day was "a great witness to faith, hope and charity in the 20th century," a woman who loved the Catholic Church despite the flaws of its members and who knew that serving God meant serving the poor and working for justice, Pope Francis wrote...
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BCE honours extraordinary staff at 2023 excellence awards
24 August 2023THE best in Catholic education was celebrated at Brisbane Catholic Education's annual excellence awards last night. Brisbane Archbishop Mark Coleridge joined 460 attendees, including winners, nominees, and other special guests for the awards event for... - Author: The Catholic LeaderOUR Lady of Guadalupe proclaimed the Gospel in "mother tongue," Pope Francis said on Wednesday in a message that highlighted the important role mothers play in passing on the faith to the next generation. In his catechesis on evangelisation, Pope Francis...
- Author: The Catholic LeaderPARISHIONERS from across Brisbane Archdiocese are being encouraged to respond to the call of Laudato Si' by taking part in this year's Season of Creation Vigil Mass. The Mass celebration at St Stephen's Cathedral on September 9 is a key event during the...