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Pope says his appeals for peace were not aimed at Trump
Pope Leo XIV pushed back against interpretations that his recent calls for peace during his trip to Africa were directed specifically at United States President Donald Trump, saying his remarks were part of a broader message. Source: CNS.
Pope tells Angolans to look to the future with hope
On his second day in Angola, Pope Leo urged the impoverished population not to give in to despair, but to build hope and make a social commitment to helping those in need. Source: Crux.
Opposition moves to close legal ‘loophole’ on paedophiles
Queensland’s Labor opposition will introduce a private member’s bill to parliament seeking to close a “loophole” and expand the liability of churches, sporting groups and other organisations to include the actions of paedophiles. Source: ABC News.
‘I never want to leave it’: Architect reflects on his love for cathedral
Love is etched into every part of St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne, says the architect tasked with its renewal. Source: Melbourne Catholic.
New book celebrates 60 years of congregation in Victoria
Presentation Sisters Victoria have launched a new book detailing the history of their congregation in Victoria since the Second Vatican Council.
Diocese prepares to send young people to Seoul 2027
Bunbury Diocese is preparing to send its youth to South Korea next year, with Bishop George Kolodziej SDS officially launching the diocesan youth pilgrimage to World Youth Day in Seoul in 2027.
Argentinians mark first anniversary of Pope’s death
Catholics marched in a caravan through the Barrio Flores section of Buenos Aires – where Pope Francis was born – to commemorate the first anniversary of the Argentine pontiff’s death. Source: OSV News.
More young men say religion ‘very important’ in their lives
An increasing number of young men in the United States say religion is “very important” in their lives, edging them ahead of young women on the issue, according to Gallup. Source: Catholic Review.
Pope named in list of ‘100 Most Influential People of 2026’
Time magazine has named Pope Leo XIV in its list of the “100 Most Influential People of 2026”. Source: OSV News.