Sydney expecting Pope Leo in 2028
Pope Leo XIV will visit Sydney in the spring of 2028 to preside over the International Eucharistic Congress (IEC).
Pope Leo XIV will visit Sydney in the spring of 2028 to preside over the International Eucharistic Congress (IEC).
As Catholics flock to Ash Wednesday Masses around the country on Wednesday, Caritas Australia will launch Project Compassion 2026, its Lenten fundraising and awareness appeal.<br />
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The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has welcomed the appointment of Fr Mark William Freeman as the ninth bishop of Ballarat.
A groundbreaking national study into Catholic clergy health and wellbeing has revealed that an overwhelming majority of priests value their work and have positive relationships with their parish communities.
A national gathering that drew about 6000 young people from Australia and Oceania earlier this month has been hailed as a time of listening, deepening of faith and friendship.
Caritas Australia’s diocesan directors met in Sydney last week for their annual gathering, a three-day event focused on strengthening local partnerships, discussing humanitarian action and preparing for Project Compassion 2026.
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