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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Pope Francis, in new book, says he has not considered resigning
Pope Francis’ reflections on his life and his future are included in a new book, Life: My Story Through History, written with Italian journalist Fabio Marchese Ragona.
Pope Francis: Church must stop protecting abusers ‘who hide behind their position’
Titled “Vulnerability and Abuse: Toward a Wider View of Prevention,” the conference was designed to discuss “the handling of power and authority in the church” and to broaden conversations about abusive conduct beyond the crime of sexual abuse.
Pope Francis urges the prideful not to judge
In the main speech read by Msgr Pierluigi Giroli, Pope Francis said that “the prideful (person) is one who thinks he or she is much more than he or she really is.
New podcast series explores the power of prayer
Fr Hore believes whether you’re a person of faith, or simply someone at a ‘crossroads in life’, the podcasts can offer a deep reflection on how prayer can lead us to more “responsive and fulfilling lives, embodying the notion that prayer is life”.
Vatican announces synod assembly dates; formation of study groups
In a brief papal document released on 17 February, the Holy Father said that “these study groups are to be established by mutual agreement between the competent dicasteries of the Roman Curia and the General Secretariat of the Synod, which is entrusted with coordination.”
Vatican announces theme for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly
Pope Francis celebrated the first World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly in 2021 and decreed that it be observed each year on the Sunday closest to the feast of Sts Joachim and Anne, Jesus’ grandparents.
Pope Francis : During Lent, leave appearances aside and listen to God
Dressed in purple vestments to mark the Lenten season, Pope Francis said Lent is a chance for Christians to ensure their relationship with God “is not reduced to mere outward show.”
Pope Francis: Christians must rekindle hope in fighting today’s forms of slavery
An illustration by Mauro Pallet “Maupal” is seen in this poster released during a news conference about Pope Francis’ Lent 2024 message at the Vatican on Thursday 1 February 2024. Lent 2024 begins on 14 February, Ash Wednesday, and concludes on Holy Thursday 28 March. Photo: CNS/Lola Gomez
By Carol Glatz
Lent is a time to free oneself from slavery and take action to free others suffering...
New Synod Consultor role for Archbishop Costelloe
The appointment is in conjunction with Archbishop Costelloe’s concurrent appointments as a Member of the Preparatory Commission, and as one of the nine President Delegates to the Synod.
Disconnecting from social media ‘essential’ to Christian life, says Pope Francis
Pope Francis said that the power of St John’s preaching is linked to the silence he experienced in the desert, which allowed him to listen to the Holy Spirit.
