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Live-action remake of animated classic adds a pinch of ‘ohana’

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

Lilo and Stitch, Disney’s latest live-action remake of a classic animated film, tells the story of a lonely Hawaiian girl who befriends a runaway alien. Source: Australian Catholics. Who are Lilo and Stitch? Stitch is introduced to us first. He is genetic experiment 626, produced by a mad scientist in a galaxy far, far away. The Council banishes him to Earth. Lilo is a young Hawaiian girl who lives with her sister, Nani, with whom she is always quarrelling.
Commission tells Pope universal safeguarding guidelines almost ready

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

The Pontifical Commission for the Protection of Minors hopes to deliver a “Universal Guidelines Framework for Safeguarding” to Pope Leo XIV later this year, the commission said. Source: CNS.
Champagnat Day a reminder of the importance of families

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

As Marist communities across Australia celebrate Champagnat Day today, Marist180 is highlighting the importance of partnerships between families, communities and government in preserving the sacred bond of family. Champagnat Day celebrates St Marcellin Champagnat, founder of the Marist Brothers, on the anniversary of his death 185 years ago. The celebration comes at a pivotal moment, following the New South Wales Government’s landmark $900 million investment in keeping families together.
Ambitious project launched to mark 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’ - CathNews

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

Catholic Religious Australia has launched “10,000 for 10”, a project to encourage members and their local communities to plant and/or protect 10,000 trees, to celebrate the 10th anniversary year of Pope Francis’ encyclical, Laudato Si’. ABC Gardening Australia’s Costa Georgiadis joined more than 60 CRA members and friends to lead the launch, lending his characteristic passion to the project as well as some sage ecological wisdom and pointed gardening tips.
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2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

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Sydney Catholics invited to help shape the church’s future - CathNews

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

Catholics across the Sydney Archdiocese are being called to take an active role in shaping the future of the Church through the upcoming Sydney Synod 2026. Source: The Catholic Weekly. A new video featuring Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP, Auxiliary Bishop Daniel Meagher, and voices from diverse communities within the archdiocese, offers a clear and heartfelt invitation to participate in a process of spiritual renewal and practical transformation.
Teenage animators use Lego as tool for evangelisation

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

Three teenage brothers from rural Limerick, Ireland, are using Lego as a tool for evangelisation, inspired by Blessed Carlo Acutis, who continues to inspire a new generation of digital evangelists. Source: OSV News. The boys have produced a professional and instructive stop-motion animation film about the millennial saint. “We wanted to reach people of our own age,” 16-year-old Louis Flynn said. “Carlo really inspired all three of us.
Benchmark in fight against domestic and family violence

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

An eye-catching purple bench which offers not just a seat but provides a powerful message has been unveiled in Mary MacKillop Plaza in Adelaide. Source: The Southern Cross. More than just a place to rest one’s weary legs, the vivid violet perch is part of the Purple Bench Project, a global memorial and awareness campaign dedicated to victims of domestic and family violence. The bench was unveiled and blessed by Adelaide Archbishop Patrick O’Regan at a moving ceremony on May 15.
NT parliamentary committee to issue VAD report in four months

2 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

The parliamentary committee tasked with inquiring into voluntary assisted dying in the Northern Territory has revealed details of its plan to deliver on the mammoth task set by the Country Liberal Government. Source: NT News. Last month, rising political pressure led the CLP to order the Legal and Constitutional Affairs Committee to hold an inquiry into a comprehensive VAD report prepared in 2024.
God wants to help people discover their worth, dignity: Pope Leo

3 days ago | cathnews.com | Rebecca Comini

God loves every person and wants to help everyone discover their inherent value and dignity, especially those who feel unworthy or unappreciated, Pope Leo XIV said. Source: CNS. “God wants to give his kingdom, that is, full, eternal and happy life, to everyone,” the Pope said yesterday as he held his weekly general audience in St Peter’s Square. “And this is what Jesus does with us: he does not establish rankings, he gives all of himself to those who open their hearts to him,” the Pope said.