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Earthquake strikes already devastated Turkiye - Syria border region
21 February 2023MORE buildings have collapsed buildings in Turkiye and Syria after another earthquake hit the region, already devastated by a massive tremor two weeks ago that claimed more than 45,000 lives. Turkish Interior Minister Suleyman Soylu has said three people... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Murder investigation underway in shooting death of LA Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell
20 February 2023THE shooting death of Los Angeles Auxiliary Bishop David O'Connell last Saturday is being investigated as a homicide, authorities have confirmed. "This incident is being handled as a murder investigation," the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department (LASD)... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Pope Francis: Laypeople and pastors can work together better for the mission of the Church
20 February 2023THE Church is a home that priests and laypeople need to care for together, Pope Francis said on Saturday. "It is time for pastors and laypeople to walk together, in every area of the Church's life, in every part of the world," he said in the Vatican's... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Young Catholics prepare for World Youth Day pilgrimage to Portugal
18 February 2023IN 169 days, Tess Brennan will gather with millions of young Catholics to pray with Pope Francis. "I'm incredibly excited and literally counting down the days until I board my plane," she said . Miss Brennan and a group of young adults from the Brisbane... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Australian families choosing Catholic schools at record levels, showing support for faith-based education
17 February 2023NEW Australian Bureau of Statistics data revealed a record number of students in Catholic schools and high support for faith-based education, National Catholic Education executive director Jacinta Collins said today. "Ten new Catholic schools opened across... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Brisbane relationship advisor shares tips on how to keep housing stress from impacting your relationship
17 February 2023RELATIONSHIP advisor Nahum Kozak said he had seen an increase in couples seeking help because of the housing crisis and the rising cost of living. "Some key components of a healthy relationship are a strong friendship, good communication, and a shared... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Nuncio visits daytime sanctuary for the homeless and vulnerable
16 February 2023APOSTOLIC Nuncio Archbishop Charles Balvo and Brisbane Archbishop Mark Coleridge have visited Emmanuel City Mission, a South Brisbane volunteer-based outreach service and daytime sanctuary for those experiencing homelessness. Serving as Pope Francis'... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Church leader committed to an Indigenous Voice
15 February 2023BRISBANE Archbishop Mark Coleridge has spoken out in support of creating an Indigenous Voice to parliament, ahead of an Australian referendum on the subject later this year. "I'm strongly committed to the Voice. I've listened to important and convincing... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Abuse claims force U.S. dioceses into bankruptcy proceedings
15 February 2023THE high cost of settling abuse claims is a major factor forcing large numbers of U.S. dioceses into bankruptcy proceedings. Cardinal Robert McElroy announced last week that the San Diego Diocese may have to resort to a declaration of bankruptcy in 2023... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Rare national emergency declared as cyclone hits New Zealand
14 February 2023A NATIONAL state of emergency is in place after Cyclone Gabrielle smashed parts of New Zealand's North Island. It's only the third time such an emergency has been declared in the country's history. High winds, rain and coastal surges pounded the island's...