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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
The Little Mermaid
Using technology not available in the waning days of the Cold War, director Rob Marshall and his team serve up a charming fresh take on the timeless story.
New Schoenstatt pilgrim co-ordinators commissioned
Despite the cold windy weather, some 135 people gathered at the Shrine with Deacon Errol Lobo from Armadale Parish, Hilbert leading the Rosary procession.
Abuse survivors cycle to Rome, deliver ‘broken heart,’ ask for action
“The victims of abuse and violence in the Archdiocese of Munich turn to you, Holy Father, with open and at the same time wounded hearts,” the group said in a letter hand delivered to the Holy Father at the end of his weekly general audience in St Peter’s Square, Wednesday May 17.
Draft Working Document for the Synod on Synodality approved
The Ordinary Council of the General Secretariat of the Synod has approved the Instrumentum Laboris’ (working document) for the first session of the Synod on Synodality, as well as the methodology of the Assembly.
Lifetimes of service caring for the poor celebrated at Lockridge
St Vincent De Paul Society Swan Region Conference President Vivian D’Almeida speaks about the recent commissioning’s and milestones held Sunday 19 March – the first celebration in two years.
Good Shepherd Sunday opens new doors at St Charles Seminary
Sunday 30 April marked Good Shepherd Sunday, where 13 men made enquiries at St Charles Seminary as part of the annual Vocations Open Day.
Big George Foreman
Raised amid hardscrabble circumstances, George Foreman, played by Khris Davis, is anxious to please his strong-willed mother Nancy (Sonja Sohn) by realising his potential. What may surprise viewers who haven’t followed the titular fighter’s career closely is the strong – indeed, transformative – role that faith has played in his biography.
From Holy Land to Holy Hearts: UNDA students transformed by immersive experience
UNDA theology lecturer Dr Lawrence Pang has this week spoken firsthand of his recent journey to Israel, together with Masters of Education students, highlighting how walking through Israel has provided greater ‘on the ground’ insights into the historical, geographical, and cultural nuances of the land.
SPECIAL FEATURE: THE VOICE: We must strive to listen, says Fr Frank Brennan
Jesuit Fr Frank Brennan SJ has recently talked about the impending decision and vote of the Voice; the referendum to decide to change the Australian constitution to recognise our First Nations People.
“We must strive to listen to community leaders who know what is good for their communities just as those of us who are not Indigenous know what is good for ourselves and our loved ones,” writes Fr Frank.
Jesus is the best life coach, Pope Francis tells Hungarian youths
Everyone has a talent, the Holy Father has last weekend told more than 10,000 young people gathered at Budapest Stadium, Hungary, but using it just to earn money or have fun will not bring happiness.
