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Federal Election Resources
The approaching Federal Election involves and affects us all. As Australians and as Christians, we are challenged to reflect on some of the values and issues we want our country to consider as we face this particular period in our history. Here are some resources that will hopefully…
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Why We Walk for Justice for Refugees on Palm Sunday
By Fr Andy Hamilton SJAs we imagine the scene of Palm Sunday, we can’t miss the disconnection between what we see with our eyes and the high meaning it proclaims. We see a man seated precariously on a barrel-like ass, accompanied by a raggle-taggle group of bystanders waving…
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Volunteer positions with CAPSA
CAPSA is advertising for two volunteering roles for a Media Volunteer and an Event Planning and Engagement Volunteer.We are seeking a passionate Media Volunteer to join the CAPSA team and help us promote the amazing stories happening within our communities. There are many positive stories from people who value a…
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Open letter to Prime Minister Scott Morrison and Minister for Home Affairs Mr Peter Dutton
Sr Maureen Elliott FMM has been involved in various countries including Australia, Papua New Guinea, Kenya and Ethiopia, serving for more than 50 years in the areas of education, pastoral care, integral human development, administration and finances. She recently sent an open letter to the Prime Minister and…
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2019 Palm Sunday Walks for Justice for Refugees
Palm Sunday is soon (14th April), and CAPSA is encouraging everyone to attend their local 2019 Palm Sunday Walk for Justice for Refugees. In light of the coming election, a clear message of compassion is important to send to our communities and prospective elected Government. Find and register your…
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Please print a poster(s) to place up in your school, parish or organisation and around your community!Melbourne Catholic Community 2019 pre-walk Prayer and Reflection FlyerMelbourne 2019 Palm Sunday Walk for Justice for Refugees FlyerHobart 2019 Palm Sunday Event FlyerSydney 2019 Palm Sunday Event FlyerPerth 2019 Palm Sunday Event…
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CAPSA Submission to the Plenary Council
In reviewing and planning the directions that it should take over coming years, the Catholic Church must reach beyond its internal life. Just as Jesus’ vision went beyond the Jewish world to the salvation of the whole world, so we Catholics must ask how we can engage with…
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CAPSA welcomes the ‘Urgent Medical Treatment’ Bill
The passing of the Bill amended in the Senate to facilitate bringing to Australia for medical treatment sick people from Manus Island and Nauru is an occasion for celebration. Even with further amendments following consultation and negotiation, the resultant bill will benefit seriously ill people. Australia was responsible…
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