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Published on 04:08 GMT

New Zealand to increase redress payments for victims of abuse in state care

By Renju Jose SYDNEY (Reuters) – The New Zealand government said on Friday it would spend NZ$774 million ($457 million) in its 2025 budget for redress and compensation for hundreds of thousands of children, young people and vulnerable adults who were …

Source: KFGO - North Dakota - Neutral
Published on 02:46 GMT

Pope Leo XIV makes moving tribute to his predecessor Pope Francis in first speech

The newly elected Pope Leo XIV has made a heartfelt tribute to his predecessor in his first speech as the leader of the Catholic Church. Robert Prevost, who will lead as Pope Leo XIV, is the first North American to be chosen to lead the Catholic church. …

Source: The Mirror - Left-wing
Published on 06:49 GMT

Statement From The Palestine Forum Of New Zealand: A Message To Pope Leo XIV

The Palestine Forum of New Zealand extends its heartfelt congratulations to His Holiness Pope Leo XIV on his election as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church. We recognize this moment as a significant chapter in the Church’s history, and we pray …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on 08:04 GMT

Pope Francis brought “deep pastoral insight” to bioethics

Pope Francis embraces Vincenzo Riva, a man with neurofibromatosis, at the end of his weekly general audience in this file photo from 6 November, 2013. Riva died 10 January, 2024, at the age of 58. (CNS photo/Vatican Media) At an audience not long after …

Source: The Catholic Weekly - Center-right
Published on May 8, 2025

Conclave review: Pope Francis’ Death sees Oscar film about papal election top charts

Following the death of Pope Francis, there has been renewed interest in the papal drama Conclave, which was released in January. Set in the aftermath of a Pope’s death, Conclave depicts the political manoeuvring and lobbying during the election of a new …

Source: PerthNow - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

New Zealand Survivors Of Catholic Clergy Abuse Respond To Papal Election Of Robert Prevost

Friday, 9 May 2025, 9:48 am Press Release: SNAP Survivors of sexual abuse by Catholic priests in New Zealand have responded to the papal election of Robert Prevost with grave concern. The survivors say Prevost’s election to the papacy is troublesome …

Source: Scoop - Indeterminate
Published on 00:19 GMT

Australian Catholics welcome ‘approachable’ new pope in hope he will pursue peace

Australian Catholics and politicians have embraced the appointment of the new pope, Leo XIV, with many hoping he will continue his predecessor’s emphasis on peace and social justice. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe, the president of the Australian Catholic …

Source: The Guardian - Center-left
Published on 06:12 GMT

Pope Leo XIV: 10 fun facts about newly appointed American pontiff Robert Prevost

Cardinal Robert Prevost has just been anointed as the 267th head of the Catholic Church, taking the name Pope Leo XIV. While the world seeks to learn more about the first American pontiff, we’ve listed 10 fun facts about him to get you up to speed. …

Source: The West Australian - Center-right
Published on 11:32 GMT

A pope, a polymath and plucky women: Books in brief

House of Huawei Eva Dou Abacus (2025) Oddly echoing persistent allegations that telecommunications systems made by Chinese company Huawei are used to spy on other governments, in 1865 China’s leaders rejected a foreign government’s attempt to install an …

Source: Nature - Neutral
Published on 02:59 GMT

Australian Catholics welcome Pope Leo XIV

Australian Catholic supremos are welcoming the election of American Robert Francis Prevost as the Pope, and say he will emphasise simplicity and community. Cardinal Prevost will be known by the name Leo XIV and is both the first American, and first native …

Source: The New Daily - Center-left
Published on 08:04 GMT

Australian leaders celebrate Pope Leo XIV

Archbishop Anthony Fisher OP speaks to reporters following Mass of thanksgiving for the election of Pope Leo XIV held at St Mary’s Cathedral 9 May, 2025. Photo: Giovanni Portelli/The Catholic Weekly Catholics around the world have celebrated and …

Source: The Catholic Weekly - Center-right
Published on 01:53 GMT

Albanese's invitation to Pope Leo XIV as Australian Catholics welcome new pontiff

Prime Minister Anthony Albanese has welcomed the election of Pope Leo XIV, formerly Cardinal Robert Prevost, calling it a "momentous day" for Catholics in Australia and around the world. "As the first North American Pope, Pope Leo XIV’s …

Source: SBS - Public Broadcaster
Published on 00:04 GMT

‘Very likely’ Pope Leo XIV will visit Australia, Sydney bishop says

Australian clergy members have welcomed the appointment of Pope Leo XIV, with the Archbishop of Sydney, Anthony Fisher saying it is “very likely” the newly elected Pope will visit Australia. Robert Prevost, 69, will be the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic …

Source: Sky News Australia - Right-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Australians hail Pope Leo as ‘own man’ and missionary

Newly elected Pope Leo XIV, Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost from the US, at Saint Peter’s Basilica, Vatican City, after his election on the second day of the conclave. Photo: Ettore Ferrari/EPA By Alex Mitchell and Allanah Sciberras in Sydney American …

Source: Canberra CityNews - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

Australian bishops welcome Pope Leo XIV

Pope Leo XIV waves to the crowd in St Peter’s Square at the Vatican after his election as pope (CNS/Vatican Media) The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has welcomed the election of Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost as the Pope, now known as Pope …

Source: Catholic News - Pending
Published on May 8, 2025

Australians welcome news of Pope Leo XIV

"He will be warmly welcomed by the Church in Latin America, as Pope Francis was, by the Church in the United States from where he comes, from the English-speaking world as a native English speaker, and from the whole Church as a man of God steeped in …

Source: The Courier - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

The Vatican financial mess Pope Francis couldn’t fix

For over a decade, Francis had struggled to bring some transparency to the Vatican’s shadowy balance sheet. Now, in the final weeks of his life, advisers were filtering in and out of his austere reception room, presenting the details of a microstate awash …

Source: Mint - Neutral
Published on May 8, 2025

The Next Pope: Cardinals Begin Sacred Conclave to Elect Successor to Pope Francis”

By Gloria Ogbonna VATICAN CITY — In a solemn and historic moment for the Roman Catholic Church, 133 cardinals from 66 nations around the world have begun the sacred conclave process to elect the next pope following the death of Pope Francis on April 21, …

Source: [your]NEWS - Right-wing
Published on May 8, 2025

Live: Australian Catholics celebrate election of Pope Leo XIV

10m agoFri 9 May 2025 at 2:28am What is Pope Leo's new stance on women in the clergy? By Religion and Ethics editor Scott Stephens What is the new pope’s stance on women in the clergy? - Amanda Hi Amanda! This is a trickier question, and an example of …

Source: ABC (Australian Broadcasting Corporation) - Neutral

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:42 GMT

President Cyril Ramaphosa welcomes election of Pope Leo XIV

President Cyril Ramaphosa offers his sincere congratulations to Cardinal Robert Prevost on his election as Pope Leo XIV, 267th Pope of the Catholic Church. President Ramaphosa said: “The election of Pope Leo XIV is a profound moment for the Catholic Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 13:05 GMT

Cardinals Continue Papal Voting Process to Select New Pope

(MENAFN) The assembly of cardinal electors entered its second day of deliberations on Thursday, continuing the process of voting to select the next leader of the Catholic Church. The day commenced with 133 cardinal electors participating in a morning mass …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 17:36 GMT

Trump receives backlash over pope AI picture

(MENAFN) United States Leader Donald Trump ignored backlash on a picture of himself as the next pope using AI that the white house decided to share, which made above 1.4 billion Catholics upset. Trump reported to reporters at the White house "The …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Trump reacts to AI pope illustration backlash

(MENAFN) Former President Donald Trump has brushed off criticism surrounding a viral AI-generated image showing him in papal attire, claiming that the backlash is fueled by the "fake news media" rather than the Catholic community. The image, …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 09:13 GMT

Vatican Cardinals Encounter Crucial Decision

(MENAFN) As the Catholic Church approaches its upcoming papal conclave scheduled for Wednesday, Vatican observers report that cardinals are feeling the weight of selecting a new leader who can mend the widening rift between progressive and traditionalist …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 10:44 GMT

D.C. Therapist Celebrates New Pope’s Call for Peace: 'Faith Is the Bedrock of Healing'

Pope’s emphasis on peace is a timely affirmation of what mental health professionals have long known: emotional and spiritual restoration go hand in hand. WASHINGTON DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Licensed therapist and …

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Published on May 9, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Atticus Publishing proudly present, 'Mercy Moments' by Brian Kinsey

Cultivating Daily Communion: Discovering Peace and Purpose in "Mercy Moments" FL, UNITED STATES, May 9, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Senior Pastor Brian Kinsey of First Pentecostal Church of Pensacola, Florida, is excited to announce the release …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 19:33 GMT

A Message of Blessing and Invitation to Pope Leo XIV from the Association of Roman Catholic Women Priests (ARCWP)

"Pope Leo XIV: Women Priests Urge Healing Dialogue and Shared Leadership from the Margins" SARASOTA, FL, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- "From the Margins to Communion: ARCWP Seeks Dialogue with Pope Leo XIV for a Church …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 10:00 GMT

Session to discuss the future of artificial intelligence and religious liberty

Leading figures from the two colliding worlds of AI and religious liberty discuss the rapid development of AI and its impacts on religious liberty today. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Leading figures from the two …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Christian Howard offers facts to support Einstein’s statement "reality is merely an illusion".

NEWPORT BEACH, CA, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- When asked to explain about the world being an illusion, Howard replies: “Like Einstein, millions of people believe the physical world is an illusion. Thousands of …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 05:10 GMT

New Book When in Doubt, Call 91:1 Explores Faith, Healing, and Redemption Through Life’s Deepest Struggles

WALDORF, MD, UNITED STATES, May 8, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In her deeply personal and inspiring new memoir, When in Doubt, Call 91:1, Rhonece Ford takes readers on an emotional journey of faith, loss, and healing. Through raw storytelling and powerful …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 17:13 GMT

The Providence, a Franciscan Community, Names Galen Heins Director of Sales and Marketing

ALBANY, NY, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Providence, a new Life Plan Community located in the Albany, NY area featuring Independent Living, Assisted Living and Memory Care is pleased to announce the addition of Galen Heins …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

300 Pastors, Rabbis, and Faith Leaders Forge Alliance for Israel Advocacy in the Nation’s Capital

Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress for stronger support for Israel. WASHINGTON, DC, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Influential rabbis and pastors met in Washington, D.C. to urge Congress …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:48 GMT

Faith at Work conference attracts major corporate and civil society sponsors

We are thrilled that the 6th National Faith@Work Fortune 500 Conference has a fantastic group of sponsors from corporations and civil society partners. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Dare to Overcome (DTO) is …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:37 GMT

AMMWEC President Anila Ali Delivers Historic Keynote at Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee Israel Independence Event

WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In a moving and historic keynote address at the Jewish Federation of Sarasota-Manatee’s Israel Independence Day celebration, Anila Ali, President of the American Muslim & …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 14:33 GMT

Twice GRAMMY-Nominated, Dove Award-Winning Sanctus Real Shares 'The Difference' Message Of Hope With Prison Inmates

Full-Length Concert at Grafton Correctional Facility Sponsored by Send Musicians to Prison; “The Difference” Hits Radio Stations Nationwide June 18 NASHVILLE, TN, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Two-time GRAMMY®-nominated, GMA …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 13:42 GMT

The National Church Black Initiative Asks the Supreme Court to Rule in Favor of Religious Liberty and the Parents

Without undermining the integrity of Gay parents' humanity WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The National Black Church Initiative (NBCI), a coalition of 150,000 African American churches representing 27.7 …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 08:00 GMT

Jon Albert’s Inspirational Book, 'Abundant Living: A Guide to a Rich Life with God and Others'

Discover True Fulfillment: Guides Readers to a Life Rooted in Faith and Purpose AZ, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jon Albert presents his book “Abundant Living” which serves as a heartfelt resource to help readers experience …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 07:39 GMT

Jerry and Glennis Butler Bring Proven PAIRS Relationship Tools to Florida Families

Former VA Chaplain AIMS to Serve Veterans, LGBTQ Couples and People Impacted by Trauma PALMETTO, FL, UNITED STATES, May 7, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jerry and Glennis Butler, a devoted couple known for their deep faith and commitment to helping …

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Published on May 7, 2025 - 00:00 GMT

'70s Playboy Bunny and "WHO'S WHO" Honoree Barbara Camp Writes Inspirational Book "Your Soul: Fixer-Upper or Tear-Down?"

Timeless Truth in Modern Metaphors - A Witty and Motivating Biblical Blueprint for Renovation and Rebuild! NEW YORK, NY, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Baby Boomer, Catholic schoolgirl (can readily identify any plaid ever used …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:53 GMT

Jase Adds 5 Essential Meds to Its Case Becoming the First Medication Supply Company With This Comprehensive Coverage

Jase, the leader in emergency preparedness and personal medical supply kits, has officially upgraded its flagship product—the Jase Case. SALT LAKE CITY, UT, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Jase, the leader in emergency …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:27 GMT

Heather M. Larribas’ The Voice of Faith: Based on a Life-Changing True Story

A Powerful Testament to Faith, Marriage, and Redemption CO, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Atticus Publishing proudly presents Author Heather M. Larribas, continues to inspire readers with her book, The Voice of Faith: Based on …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 23:24 GMT

Mitch Bakker's 'Resolve': A Memoir of Faith and Reconciliation Amidst Life's Trials

HOLLAND, MI, UNITED STATES, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Mitch Bakker, an entrepreneur, designer, and author, offers a profound journey through grief, loss, and redemption in his book, "Resolve." This book is a testament to the …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 20:53 GMT

Navah Turks & Caicos Breaks Ground - The First Luxury Kosher Resort In The Caribbean

Navah Turks & Caicos breaks ground, blending luxury living, nature, and community with beachfront villas, top-tier amenities, and unmatched coastal elegance. PROVIDENCIALES, TURKS AND CAICOS ISLANDS, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The …

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Published on May 6, 2025 - 14:13 GMT

G20 Interfaith Forum in Cape Town, South Africa on August 10-14

Ubuntu in Action: Focus on Vulnerable Communities CAPE TOWN, SOUTH AFRICA, May 6, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The G20 Interfaith Forum (IF20) will hold its major 2025 Forum event from August 10-14 in Cape Town, South Africa. The gathering will …

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