Short course enriches our faith for the long-haul
There is something romantic about a foreign language such as French, Spanish or Italian. For instance, I recently completed a local 'short course' on Christian spirituality; in Spain, where the course was founded, it has the exotic title 'Cursillo'.
Sport can open the way to Christ
A new document, Open the Way to Christ, published by the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, explains how sport is a gift which can draw people closer to Christ.
Bishops offer prayers and condolences in wake of Bondi attack
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference offers its prayers and condolences in the wake of the Bondi Junction attack.
Launch of local and national Synod consultation
Catholics around Australia are being asked to contribute to a global discussion on the future of the Church.
Church in Australia carrying forward its pursuit of synodality
A letter to the People of God in Australia has been prepared to provide an update on the Church’s progress beyond the conclusion of the Fifth Plenary Council of Australia.
Service of Solidarity with Gaza and the Holy Land
In a time of deep sorrow and anguish for us all, we look for hope and healing.
Caritas Australia launches Gaza Appeal to support displaced families
Following a series of surprise attacks against Israel by Hamas on October 7, hundreds of military air strikes have been launched across the Gaza Strip as a form of retaliation by the Israeli government.