Michael Tate, a distinguished figure who served as an academic, politician, diplomat, and Catholic priest, was remembered at his funeral in Hobart. Known for his warmth and service, Tate held high offices, including justice minister and ambassador, and was a priest for 26 years. He passed away on June 5, aged 80.
Michael Tate, a distinguished figure who served as an academic, politician, diplomat, and Catholic priest, was remembered at his funeral in Hobart. Known for his service and warmth, Tate held high offices, including Justice Minister and Ambassador to the Holy See, before his ordination.
Monsignor John Cyril Hawes, a renowned architect and Catholic priest, is being considered for sainthood by the Diocese of Geraldton, 70 years after his death, for his remarkable life and contributions to Western Australia's religious architecture.
Former Tasmanian senator and Catholic priest Michael Tate has died aged 80, remembered for his compassion and generosity
A Louisiana church, St. Anthony of Padua, has drawn criticism for soliciting prayers for a convicted child molester, pastor Anthony Odiong, while omitting his victims. The Archdiocese of New Orleans stated prayers are for all hurt by his actions.
A British inquest has ruled that army soldiers 'lost control' and used unreasonable force in killing five unarmed civilians in west Belfast on 9 July 1972. Mr Justice Scoffield found that four victims - including a Catholic priest and two teenagers - posed no risk when shot. The soldiers violated 'yellow card' rules governing lethal force. The verdict comes 54 years after the killings, which occurred six months after Bloody Sunday.
