In just a few weeks’ time, the people of Victoria will wake up in a brave new world in which state subsidised suicide and doctor-effected dying are lawfully practiced, despite every other statute in the law book upholding a completely different rule: ‘thou shalt not kill’.

Identitywa is currently working to understand and plan for the future housing and support needs of people with disability.

For the first time in 300 years, the marble steps of the Holy Stairs will be free from the thick wooden panels installed in 1723 to protect the stairs and left uncovered for the public.

Fr Ian Waters provides an indepth insight into the upcoming Plenary Council of 2020 and how it relates to Canon Law. The below article has been edited but is published in full by the Australasian Catholic Record, October 2018.

By Jamie O’Brien It is beyond question that we have to do much more in favour of women, according to Pope Francis. The Holy Father was speaking during his general audience in February 2015 on the Difference and complementarity between men and women. “Making sure that women not only are listened to more, but that their voices carry real weight, and are an acknowledged authority in socie...

By Michael Britton If there was an immense treasure living under a house’s foundations, to what lengths would one go to uncover it? Would they forego their employment, life’s priorities, call in contractors to help uncover it or would they be happy to let it sit idle, knowing it would still be there when at a later stage? There’s always much fanfare and excitement about the announcement o...

The importance of effective communication in the Archdiocese of Perth, and the Church as a community, has never been more important than it is now, says Manager of Communications, Jamie O’Brien.

By Peter Wilkinson This is the fourth in a series of articles looking at the particular (provincial and plenary) Councils of the Catholic Church held in Australia between 1844 and 1937. It examines the 1885 First Australasian Plenary Council, held between November 14 and 29, which officially brought together the Churches in Australia and New Zealand for the first time. In the period fro...

By Matthew Lau Why is food so important? Over centuries, food has evolved into more than a simple necessity of keeping organisms alive. Food can arouse emotions, be a cause for socialising, provides livelihoods, and can be a vocation for some. Jesus makes himself eternally present in the tangible form of bread and wine. Devote Catholics come together to celebrate the Sacrament of Holy Communi...

Dr Dan Fleming, Group Manager, Ethics and Formation at St Vincent’s Health Australia. He holds a PhD in theological ethics, and is the author of over 30 publications in the areas of ethics, theology, moral education and religious education. Photo: Supplied. By Dr Dan Fleming Group Manager, Ethics and Formation St Vincent’s Health Australia In his brilliant interview with Jerry Seinf...