- ‘Pray, hope, don’t worry’: When pandemic fears return
Reports of new disease outbreaks are reviving memories of the COVID-19 pandemic for some Australians. Three experts offer advice on how to avoid becoming fearful.
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- The strength of Jimmy Lai and the weakness of Emperor Xi
Has the world forgotten about the martyrdom of the heroic Jimmy Lai?
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- Q&A with Fr Flader: The second veil of the Holy Face
You have written about the veil in the Vatican which is supposed to be the one with which Veronica wiped the face of Jesus, but you mentioned another one, in Manoppello, which also might be the …
- Cardinal McElroy removes priest from exorcism ministry over UFO, demon comments on social media
Cardinal Robert W. McElroy of Washington has removed a priest from his exorcism ministry in that archdiocese, citing concerns over the cleric's recent social media statements "linking UFOs to de…
- Sagrada Familia’s papal connection comes full circle with Pope Leo XIV
Pope Leo XIV's visit to the Basilica of the Holy Family in Barcelona highlights the relationship between the papacy and the sacred edifice, whose history has spanned more than a century.
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- Melto D’Moronoyo: When God found me again
I experienced a conversion so profound that it changed everything in my life. By grace and no merit of my own, the Holy Spirit came into my soul and inspired me to know that God had not taken an…
- A sporting phrase with a human problem
Without meaning to, sport can expose a more transactional way of seeing people. A player is in the team, then they are out.
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- A field hospital for the soul
In this reflection delivered at the Sydney Synod, Alison de Sousa explores how hospitality, outreach and genuine encounter can help people rediscover faith, belonging and hope.
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- Philippa Martyr: Adore the Lord in his holy temple
To look at Jesus really and truly present, looking right back at you, is a great thing.
- The man balancing money and mission for the church in Sydney
After more than a decade overseeing the finances and administration of the Sydney Archdiocese, Michael Digges will retire at the end of the year. He reflects on stewardship, evangelisation, an…
- Brisbane couples choose Catholic marriage without the high cost
WEDDING costs are no longer a barrier for a group of Catholic couples preparing to be married in a shared ceremony. “As the first Kasalang Bayan to be held in Brisbane, the celebration mar…
- Corpus Christi must not become museum of the past, Pope Leo says at Madrid Mass with 1.2 million people
By EWTN News POPE Leo XIV on Sunday called on Spain to renew its historic Eucharistic faith, warning that the country’s centuries-old religious traditions must not become “a museum of the pa…
- Young hearts draw closer to Jesus Christ through the rosary, Ashley Prisk writes
By Ashley Prisk THE rosary has long held a special place in Catholic family life. As we journey through the mysteries of Jesus Christ’s life, we are invited to place the people and…
- Church welcomes wage increase, urges action on child poverty
CATHOLIC bishops are welcoming the minimum wage increase of six per cent for thousands of low paid workers. They are also urging the Fair Work Commission to narrow the poverty gap for families w…
- Most Holy Trinity is not a ‘theological puzzle’ to solve but a relationship to live, Brisbane deacon writes
By Deacon Peter Devenish-Meares FOR many of us with Irish heritage, and my ancestors are from Cork, Cavan and Donegal, the Trinity first came alive through the simple image of St Patrick holding…
- Brisbane archdiocese calls for action as racism against First Peoples worsens online
THE Archdiocese of Brisbane is calling on federal parliament to take action stating that Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people in Australia feel less safe than they did three years ago. R…
- Thousands of Brisbane Catholics to ‘walk with Jesus’ at Corpus Christi this Sunday
MORE than 6000 Brisbane Catholics are preparing to publicly share their faith in the Real Presence of Jesus Christ at the Walk with Jesus Procession from St Stephen’s Cathedral this Sunday…
- Vatican expert Sr Nathalie Becquart and disabilities advocate Rose Babic get top honors from ACU
AN Australian childhood disabilities advocate and one of the most influential women in the Vatican have received honorary doctorates from Australian Catholic University. Rose Babic is a mother o…
- Archbishop Charles Balvo farewelled as Apostolic Nuncio concludes Australian mission
On 6 June, a farewell Mass at St Christopher’s Cathedral celebrated both Archbishop Charles Balvo’s retirement as Apostolic Nuncio and the 50th anniversary of his ordination as a priest. Archbi…
- Learning the language of country
Students at St Mary’s Primary School in Moruya are helping ensure the Dhurga language continues to thrive, with Aboriginal Education Worker Riley Nolan sharing language and culture through we…
- Baptising cucumbers in vinegar
We hear the mantra often enough: ‘We are an inclusive community.’ However, our starting point is not exclusion, but mutuality, precisely because we are baptised into the Father, Son and […]
- Egotism
Look what happened to the people who built the Tower of Babel. They said to themselves, without any reference to God whatsoever: Come, let us build ourselves a city and […]
- Pope Leo: AI needs to be ‘disarmed’
Pope Leo made an impassioned call to “disarm” AI as he presented his first encyclical letter on Monday. Pope Leo XIV has issued a stark warning that artificial intelligence must […]
- Pope Leo warns of AI’s risks to humanity in his first encyclical
The themes of Magnifica Humanitas are likely to resonate strongly with Australian Catholics as the Church increasingly navigates the opportunities and ethical challenges of artificial intelligence …
- Women Alive Retreat marks 10 years of faith and fellowship
This Mother’s Day was truly special as we celebrated not only the gift of motherhood, but also the joy of being daughters of God. For the past 10 years, the […]
- What do you do all day? Preschoolers put MLA on the spot
Four-year-olds at St Joseph’s Early Learning Centre in O’Connor grilled local MLA Thomas Emerson on everything from politics to robots during his visit to the Children’s Council on Tuesday. T…
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- Bishops condemn ‘antisemitism in all its forms’
Australia’s Catholic bishops have condemned “antisemitism in all its forms” in its submission to the Royal Commission into Antisemitism and Social Cohesion. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
- Catholic sector calls for transparent inquiry into tax changes, NDIS reform
Catholic Social Services Australia has called on the federal Government to support a more robust, comprehensive, and transparent inquiry into proposed changes to taxation arrangements and the refor…
- Consistory of cardinals to address synod, war and artificial intelligence
Several working sessions and four themes ranging from war to synodality are planned for the next consistory convened by Pope Leo XIV. Source: EWTN News.
- Archbishop calls on Catholics to kneel before Christ
Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP has called on Sydney Catholics to deepen their reverence for the Eucharist through more frequent Mass attendance, Eucharistic adoration, and a renewed appreciation of k…
- Anti-slavery tsar says US tariff a distraction from human rights issues
Australia’s anti-slavery commissioner has accused the Trump Administration of weaponising important human rights issues by seeking to impose tariffs against Australia and dozens of other countrie…
- Ukrainian students sit exams hours after deadly attack
Caritas Australia is urging Australians not to look away as Ukrainian families endure another devastating wave of attacks, with young people sitting critical exams just hours after the bombings.
- Nigerian court sentences four men to death over church attack
A federal court in Nigeria on Wednesday sentenced four gunmen to death in the killing of at least 50 people during a 2022 attack on a church in a southwestern part of the country. Source: Crux.
- Daughter’s nature memoir is I for Inspiring
“H is for Hawk” is a biographical film that tells the true story of a grieving woman who rescues and trains a goshawk falcon. Source: Australian Catholics.
- Vatican document helps address environmental challenges for families, Church groups
The Vatican has published a document focused on caring for creation and for human life within the family, titled Integral Ecology in the Life of the Family, Vatican News reports.
- Theologian imagines a life shaped by grace
More than 550 people have gathered online and in person and in small groups across Australia for the Marist Association of St Marcellin Champagnat’s annual Marian Lecture.
- Ecumenical prayer gathering marks Week of Prayer for Christian Unity
Representatives of more than a dozen Christian denominations joined with members of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference on Tuesday for an historic ecumenical worship service.
- Fr Niran 'deeply blessed' to witness God's love among people of the Tiwi Islands
There is a beautiful song often sung by the Tiwi people: “Holy Spirit in this land, reach out and touch us as you can, from the high, high mountains to the deep, deep valley, Holy Spirit in t…
- Scalabrini Sisters celebrate long-term commitment in ministering to the elderly
Scalabrini Communities, which runs six aged care homes in Sydney, has an unusual accolade in the sector: its staff retention is extraordinarily high, The Catholic Weekly reports.
- Arcadia monk looks back with contentment as he celebrates golden milestone
A Benedictine monk and priest, who was a long-time school teacher, principal and “much sought after” professor of canon law in his native Sri Lanka has recently celebrated 50 years of…
- Sr Linh's perpetual profession a moment of 'grace, joy and deep peace'
There is complete joy in belonging to God, says Canossian Sister Linh Dinh who made her Perpetual Profession of Vows at the order’s Canossa Chapel in Oxley, the Catholic Leader reports.
- ACRATH shares its work to end human trafficking and slavery at global forum
The work of Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans (ACRATH) to prevent and address Human Trafficking in Australia and the Pacific Region was highlighted in a global forum r…
- Reconciliation Week 2026: Reflections, Resources & Actions
In National Reconciliation Week 2026, how can we be 'All In'?
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- National Walk for Truth: a journey towards healing
Hundreds gathered on Sunday 19 April on the steps of Victoria’s Parliament House to embark on the National Walk for Truth, led by Gunditjmara man and former Yoorrook Justice Commissioner Travi…
- ‘To Remember is an Act of Love’
Each year, 16 days are set aside for a global campaign to take action against gender-based violence (25 November to 10 December). Many events and activities take place all around the world. As a…
- “Truth be Told” – Responding to Yoorrook as a Catholic Community
With the Victorian Statewide Treaty recently being signed, CSSV in partnership with the Australian Catholic University (ACU) recently held an event to better understand the Yoorrook Justice Comm…
- The morality of paying Nauru to take failed refugees
Sr Brigid Arthur CSB AO follows Fr Frank Brennan and CSSV's critiques of recent Home Affairs Legislation amendments from a Christian background.
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Encounter and connectIn the spirit of connection and support, a few weeks ago, the Archbishop, Fr John Petrulis and CSSV Executive Director, Josh Lourensz jumped in the car to visit three different Catholic organisa…
Social Services Sunday: Anchors of HopeOn Sunday, 21st September, the Catholic Archdiocese of Melbourne marks Social Services Sunday - a day to give thanks for the dedicated work of the thousands of staff and volunteers who stand wit…
Emerging Young Leaders Network explores the ethics of AIOn Thursday 21 August, the Emerging Young Leaders Network gathered for it's first event of the year - a breakfast discussion looking at the use of artificial intelligence (AI) within the not-for…
