Good Samaritan Sister Ursula O’Rourke numbered among the first cohort of Australian women after the Second Vatican Council to hold leadership roles traditionally held by ordained men in the Church, reports the Catholic Leader in an article to mark International Women’s Day this month.

ACRATH – Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans – is encouraging Australians to join with the one billion responsible ‘indulgers’ this Easter and watch what chocolate you eat as part of its Indulge Responsibly Easter chocolate campaign.

In the wake of a poignant moment, a call to action arose within the hearts of dedicated individuals committed to preserving the legacy of the Sisters of Mercy, reports The Record.  

Australian Catholic University (ACU) will partner with the Australian Province of the Society of Jesus to launch a new national research institute in Melbourne.

At the National Catholic Social Services Conference, Bishop Vincent Long Van Nguyen OFM Conv, Bishop of Parramatta, recognised for his deep commitment to social justice, delivered a keynote emphasising unity, human dignity, and service.