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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... - Author: The Catholic LeaderTHE death toll in Turkiye and neighbouring Syria has risen above 37,000 and looks set to keep drastically increasing, as earthquake emergency efforts start to shift from rescue to recovery. Teams of rescue workers continue to find survivors a week after...
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Catholic Mission providing pastoral and practical support to the people of Turkiye and Syria
13 February 2023AS the death toll rises to more than 33,000, Pope Francis has renewed his appeal for concrete help and prayers for all those affected by the devastating earthquakes that struck Turkey and Syria. "We continue to be close, with prayer and concrete support,... - Author: The Catholic Leader
Catholic peak body says new pathway for refugees to apply for permanent residency a 'victory for compassion'
13 February 2023CATHOLIC Social Services Australia has welcomed today's announcement that the Albanese Government will provide a permanent visa pathway for existing Temporary Protection Visa and Safe Haven Enterprise Visa holders. This was in line with the government's...