World Health Day: Healthcare is an important part of the Church’s mission
Just as Jesus healed people during his earthly mission, care for the sick is a mission the entire Church is called to take part in. This is a message Pope Francis made clear ahead of World Health Day, observed globally on April 7.
World Health Day: the Catholic church and health care
The Roman Catholic Church is the largest non-government provider of health care services in the world. It has around 18,000 clinics, 16,000 homes for the elderly and those with special needs, and 5,500 hospitals – with 65% of them located in developing countries. In 2010, The Pontifical Council for the Pastoral Care of Health Care Workers said that the Church manages 26% of the world’s health care facilities.
What is a Vicar General?
A vicar general is a priest who is appointed by the diocesan bishop to assist in the governance of the whole diocese.
St John’s Richmond: the oldest Catholic Church in Australia
Found on the banks of the Coal River and nestled next to Australia’s oldest bridge is St John’s Catholic Church, the oldest still-functioning Catholic Church in Australia.
Pope Francis makes young boy’s dream come true
When Peter Lombardi was diagnosed with leukaemia in 2015, his wish was to get a kiss from Pope Francis.
Pope Francis tells young people: Keep shouting, don't become anesthetised
Pope Francis started Holy Week services with an urgent command to young people to keep shouting - and to not let the older generation silence their voices or squelch their idealism.
Earth Hour: What is the Australian Religious Response to Climate Change?
The Australian Religious Response to Climate Change (ARRCC) is a movement that encourages regular people of faith to step up and make a difference.
Pope Benedict rejects criticism of Pope Francis
Pope Benedict XVI says the comments made against Pope Francis by conservatives is ‘stupid prejudice’.