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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
MOVIE REVIEW: A Father’s Legacy
An inspirational story of making the right decisions in life, taking responsibility, forgiveness, and the importance of both having and being a father. After years of searching for his father, a young man, on the run from the law, finds his way into the life of a secluded old man in the woods. As the days go by and secrets about their past are revealed, they realize they may not have been looking for each other but they were brought together for a reason. By Sister Hosea Rupprecht, CNS.
Ivy joins the Good Samaritans as an Oblates
Geraldton-born Ivy Dalgety has become a Good Samaritan Oblate on 23 April, in a “beautiful, spirit-filled” ceremony in Western Australia. A couple of years ago, Ivy was on a retreat when she was struck by the parable of the invalid man by the pool in Bethesda, which led her to discern her call to be associated with the religious order. By Contributor.
Pope Francis to grandparents, all elderly people: ‘You are needed’
Writing to vulnerable Catholics, Pope Francis said that God is close to them and still has plans for their lives. “I was called to become the bishop of Rome when I had reached, so to speak, retirement age, and thought I would not be doing anything new,” said the pope, in conjunction with World Day for Grandparents and the elderly. By Cindy Wooden, CNS
RECIPE: Burnt Butter Tortellini w Chicken & Sage
Burnt Butter Tortellini w Chicken & Sage (serves 3)
Musical Collaboration Celebrates Faith in the Future
Students from Sacred Heart College have led the way in promoting the bicentennial celebrations of Catholic Education, performing a song composed by Fr Rob Galea.
Care and Compassion in Crisis
St Mary’s Northampton Principal Ben Will spoke about the recent impact of Cyclone Seroja and the work undertaken by Catholic Education Western Australia in repairing the damage.
Demand for Catholic Schools Grows as Families Seek Values-Based Teaching and Learning
The contribution of Catholic schools in Western Australia is a story that goes well beyond the provision of quality direction in education and faith.
Making Jesus Real
Making Jesus Real is not a program nor an alternative to our RE units (this is a common misconception), it is meant to accompany the teaching of RE:
MJR is a Christian way of life and easily complements our RE units.
Pontifical academy: ‘People with disabilities faced more barriers during pandemic’
The Pontifical Academy for Life has released a new document on how the pandemic has impacted people with disabilities and their caregivers.
Mercedes College kick goals by promoting inclusiveness in sport
Mercedes College is involved in a pilot programme through WA All Abilities Football, leading the way in promoting inclusiveness in sport.
