Pope Francis has this evening appointed Auxiliary Bishop of Brisbane, the Most Reverend Timothy Norton SVD, to be the third Bishop of Broome.
Category Archives: Press Releases
Bishop Mykola nominated for cardinal
Bishop Mykola Bychok CSsR has been nominated as one of the new cardinals to be created at the next consistory in Rome on December 7.
Australians to play role in major global event in Rome
Australian Catholics will play a key role in a month-long global event aimed at shaping the future of the Church.
Resources for World Day of Migrants and Refugees
Canberra, 2 September 2024 – In a heartfelt message for the 110th World Day of Migrants and Refugees, Pope Francis emphasises the Church’s commitment to walking alongside migrants and refugees. The message theme “God walks with His people,” draws parallels between the biblical Exodus and the journeys of modern-day migrants.
Bishops conference remembers Fr Gerald O’Collins SJ
The recent death of Fr Gerald O’Collins SJ brings to a conclusion a remarkable life, marked by faithful and faith-filled service to the Catholic Church in Australia and around the world and indeed, through his teaching and scholarship, to the wider Christian family in Australia and beyond.
Action required to achieve global peace
Australia’s Catholic bishops say peace is possible if people commit to speaking the truth and redouble efforts to end war.
New Bishop of Cairns ordained
Former Melbourne priest Joe Caddy has been ordained as the Bishop of Cairns in a ceremony at St Monica’s Cathedral on August 15.
Help for those accompanying Catholics facing end-of-life decisions
Australia’s Catholic bishops have released a new document to guide priests, chaplains and pastoral workers who are asked to provide pastoral support to Catholics who are considering accessing the Voluntary Assisted Dying (VAD) scheme.
National unity needed to address First Nations challenges
Chair of the Bishops Commission for Relations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Bishop Charles Gauci, has called for all Australians to unite in addressing the critical issues faced by the First Nations people.
Bishops welcome release of Instrumentum laboris
Australia’s Catholic bishops have welcomed the release of the working tool for members of the Second Session of the XVI Ordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops.