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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Pope expresses his closeness to victims of flooding in Buenos Aires
Affirming his closeness to his “beloved Argentine people,” Pope Francis offered his prayers for the victims of recent flooding in Buenos Aires and surrounding areas, and he urged government offices and private citizens to help those most in need.
In Sudanese parish of refugees, priest works to give people hope
Father Biong Kuol’s parish is a sprawling collection of temporary huts made from sticks and sun-bleached plastic sheeting. A few skinny cows and goats wander about. But Father Biong Kuoi continues to work to give hope to the displaces families from 2011 attacks.
Can’t chant, can’t speak English? Pope says it’s because he’s tone-deaf
After a musically proficient and polyglot Pope Benedict XVI, it came as a surprise to many that Pope Francis doesn’t sing or chant at Mass or speak foreign languages in public.
After cautious start, Haiti church rebuilding program gains momentum
Church reconstruction in Haiti is moving forward at a faster pace after months of discussions as Haitian and American church leaders gain confidence in the process they established to oversee the massive rebuilding effort.
From incarcerated California youth to pope: ‘You give me hope’
“I am writing this letter because you give me hope. I know one day with people like you, us kids won’t be given sentences that will keep us in prison for the rest of our lives. I pray for you. Don’t forget us.” writes one detainee in a letter to the Pope.
Sudan-South Sudan border remains in dispute, despite calls for votes
South Sudan gained independence from Sudan in 2011, yet the border issues still have not been resolved. Central to that dispute is Abyei, a border region between the two countries. Under a 2005 peace plan, it was supposed to have a referendum in 2011 to decide whether it would become part of the North or the South.
Pope: Confession is place to experience mercy, grace
In his first seven homilies, Pope Francis repeatedly talked about mercy and grace, recounting anecdotes about asking God for forgiveness and ensuring people that God always is ready to welcome them back.
Redefining marriage would be ‘regrettable,’ say New Mexico’s bishops
Marriage is “a lifelong bond between one man and one woman,” said the three bishops of New Mexico in a statement issued March 27, the date the Supreme Court heard arguments on the constitutionality of the federal Defense of Marriage Act.
Archbishop: Love is important part of therapy for those with autism
While the medical world makes technological advancements, it must not forget the power of love and affection in helping those with autism and their families, said Archbishop Zygmunt Zimowski.
Pope says women’s love makes them privileged witnesses of Christ
Women have a privileged role in the church because of their ability to pass on the faith through love, Pope Francis said.
