23 Feb 2021 |
Staff
Catholic and other religious organisations who work with the marginalised have slammed the inadequacy of the federal government’s $50 a fortnight JobSeeker raise.
18 Feb 2021 |
Staff
Catholic Social Services Australia is part of an alliance of Christian community organisations that is committed to partnering government, individuals and communities as they face the challenges of a COVID-19 recovery.
14 Feb 2021 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
There are increasing calls to treat children who have committed offences through special children's programs, not through the justice system.
03 Feb 2021 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
The Anniversary of the National Apology to the Stolen Generations takes place very soon after Australia Day.
30 Jan 2021 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
Harmony doesn’t just happen; it requires work and commitment. This year’s World Interfaith Harmony Week includes the inaugural International Day of Human Fraternity on 4 February.
30 Jan 2021
We find ourselves pondering whether Australia will ever be the same after COVID-19? It might be more useful to ask whether it should be the same after the pandemic. Australia can continue to learn from the challenges of the virus and embrace the gifts of First Nation’s Culture to make it a better place for all.
20 Dec 2020 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
New Year's Day always seems awkward to celebrate. Doubly awkward, if we remember that for Catholics it is also the World Day of Peace.
13 Dec 2020 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
The test of a good society is how far solidarity reaches. Lack of solidarity breeds apathy or resentment, whereas solidarity brings people together to support others.
05 Dec 2020 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
Pope Francis’ intention for December – for a deeper relationship with Jesus nourished by the Word of God and prayer – describes perfectly a personal Christian faith.
28 Nov 2020 |
Fr Andrew Hamilton SJ
The International Day of People with Disability is a United Nations sanctioned day, celebrated internationally, that aims to promote public awareness, understanding and acceptance of people with disability.