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Light a Candle tonight, 21st December
All Australians are asked to place a lit candle in their front window tonight, 21st December, at 6:47 pm in solidarity with the Jewish community, in memorandum for the dead, the injured and for their loved ones.
Statement from ACBC President on Bondi Tragedy
Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB said “the violence and horror” that descended on Bondi yesterday have “shaken Australians to the core”. Source: ACBC Media Blog.
Foundation Day
On December 12, 1831 Catherine McAuley and two of her companions—Mary Ann Doyle, and Elizabeth Harley professed their vows as the first Sisters of Mercy. Since that time, the anniversary has been celebrated as 'Foundation Day'.
Catholic Organisations Call for Introduction of Human Rights Act
As the world today marks the United Nations Human Rights Day, Catholic organisations have joined a campaign calling for Australia to introduce a Human Rights Act.
For Christians in Areas of Conflict
Pope Leo's prayer intention for December was released on the eve of his departure for Türkiye and Lebanon, his first apostolic journey. It is dedicated specifically to the Christian minorities who live in the midst of war.
Season of Advent
Advent, the four weeks leading to Christmas is a time of hopeful anticipation and joyful preparation for the coming of Christ.
16 Days of Activism Against Gender Based Violence
16 days of learning, reflection, and action via ACRATH's interactive calendar starting on 25 November, International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and finishing on 10 December, Human Rights Day.
Abduction at St Mary’s Schools, Papiri – A Call to Prayer and Solidarity
The Sisters of Our Lady of Apostles share with deep sorrow the news of the mass abduction that took place at St Mary’s Catholic Primary and Secondary Schools in Papiri, Niger State, Nigeria, in the early hours of 21 November 2025. St Mary’s is under the direction and management of the OLA Sisters, in collaboration with the Catholic Diocese of Kontagora, and holds a long-standing place in the life of the surrounding community.
CRA warns Government’s environmental reforms ‘fall short’
Catholic Religious Australia has urged the Albanese Government to reconsider its proposed environmental law reforms, saying the reforms fall short of what is needed to properly protect and restore Australia’s diverse plants, animals and ecosystems.
For the Prevention of Suicide
This month Pope Leo asks us to pray for those who are struggling with thoughts of suicide. He reminds us that all of us are vulnerable and that Christian communities must be welcoming, open to listening, and full of hope.