By Courtney Mares Pope Leo XIV told inmates at a correctional facility in Bata, Equatorial Guinea, on 22 April that "no one is excluded from God's love" and "God never grows tired of forgiving." "Each of us, with our unique stories, mistakes and sufferings, remains precious in the Lord's eyes," he said to the incarcerated men and women gathered. "We can say this with certainty, because J...

As Project Compassion 2026 draws to a close, Caritas Australia has extended heartfelt thanks to communities across the country for once again uniting against poverty, with schools, parishes and supporters taking up this year’s powerful call to justice, solidarity, and hope.  Inspired by the theme Unite Against Poverty, Project Compassion 2026 drew on a poignant moment from John’s Gospe...

By Carol Glatz Appealing to those in power to end all conflicts through dialogue and not domination, Pope Leo XIV urged humanity to stop growing accustomed to wars and violence and announced a prayer vigil for peace on April 11. "We cannot continue to be indifferent! And we cannot resign ourselves to evil!" he said during the Easter Mass on 5 April, before giving his Easter blessing urbi...

The University of Notre Dame Australia has launched its new Centre for Technology and Human Futures, an important initiative dedicated to exploring human‑centred approaches to AI, emerging technologies and the futures we create.  Launched in partnership with the Institute for Ethics and the Common Good at the University of Notre Dame (USA), the Centre will be led by Asso...

By Lisa Martella Students, educators and Church leaders gathered at John XXIII College recently to mark the launch of Pope Francis: The Disruptive Pilgrim's Guide – an event as much about the future of the Church as the book being celebrated. Written by Frank Brennan SJ AO, the book offers a clear and accessible guide to Pope Francis' vision and its ongoing significance for the life and ...

On 13 October 2022, St Mary’s Cathedral hosted a multifaith service, alongside others held across Australia to raise awareness of climate change and to seek greater commitment from the Australian government to stop new fossil fuel developments.

The Irene McCormack Catholic College community is celebrating 20 years of quality Catholic education this year, with the release of a book named Irene McCormack Catholic College, The First 20 Years – Prayer, Service, Justice.