Jamie O'Brien is the Archdiocese of Perth Communications Manager and Editor for The Record, incorporating The eRecord and The Record Magazine.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
“Volunteers are truly signs of hope in action,” says Bishop Don at Cathedral Mass
Speaking at the Mass to celebrate National Volunteering Week, Bishop Sproxton recalled his visit to Chisholm Catholic College for the blessing of its new Flexi Learning Centre, reflecting on the deep spirit of community that shaped his early education there.
Three Journeys, One Faith: Meet Perth’s New Catholic Priests
Gionata Pagani, Marco Farraioli, and Jupiter Bin Justin, each deeply influenced by their faith communities and personal experiences share with The Record Editor Jamie O’Brien their stories of faith, challenge, and vocation.
SPECIAL REPORT: “Do not be afraid to preach the Gospel and teach the Catholic faith,” Bishop Sproxton tells new priests
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton has encouraged new priests, from left, Jupiter Bin Justin, Marco Ferraioli and Gionata Pagani to embrace their calling with humility and courage at St Mary’s Cathedral on Friday 23 May 2025. Photo: Ron Tan/Archdiocese of Perth.
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton has encouraged three newly ordained priests to embrace their calling with humility and courag...
New Executive Director for Catholic Education announced
Annette Morey began her career serving as a leader at St Norbert College, before moving to Prendiville Catholic College and then Mater Dei College, where she was widely praised for her commitment to faith formation and academic excellence.
Rottnest Island Church to mark anniversary with Golden Plaque
The Golden Jubilee celebration will take place on Sunday 15 June 2025, with a special Thanksgiving Mass at 10.00am, to be celebrated by Vicar General, the Very Rev Vincent Glynn, and concelebrated by several visiting clergy. Photo: The Record.
The Archdiocese of Perth will mark a significant milestone in 2025 as Holy Trinity Catholic Church on Rottnest Island celebrates its 50th anniversar...
Preserving sacred beauty: Geraldton Diocese embarks on major conservation works
The Diocese of Geraldton has launched a significant conservation initiative in 2025, focusing on the restoration and preservation of two of its most cherished heritage sites.
“Be the Eucharist in Memory of Me”: Brother John De Agnel ordained to the Priesthood
Newly ordained Norbertine priest Fr John De Agnel Anthoni Samy O Praem will be a living sign of Christ among us as the one who gives everything for His peo-ple, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB said.
“He gazes on each one of us with love”: Archbishop Costelloe’s Palm Sunday and Chrism Mass messages call for renewal and courage
“He gazes on each one of us tonight – he looks deeply into our eyes and searches our hearts – and with love and hope he says to each of us, ‘Come, follow me, walk in my footsteps, do not be afraid, for I have called you by your name – you are mine.’” This was the message of Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB to the people of the Archdiocese of Perth across the first major liturgies of Holy Week 2025.
Mother of Hope: A Sacred Music Concert to Honour Motherhood and Support Mothers in Need
On Sunday 11 May, Catholic Mission will host Mother of Hope, a special sacred music concert for the Jubilee Year of Hope, to be held at St Columba’s Church, South Perth, from 2.30pm to 3.30pm. Artwork: Supplied.
This Mother’s Day, the Perth Catholic community is invited to celebrate the beauty and sacredness of motherhood through the universal language of music.
On Sunday 11 May, Catholi...
“What can bring us happiness?”: Archbishop Costelloe’s Easter message points to the light of Christ
Archbishop Costelloe baptises a catechumen during the Easter Vigil, Saturday 19 April. Photo: Ron Tan/Archdiocese of Perth.
“What can bring us happiness?” many people say. “Let the light of your face shine on us, O Lord.”
Quoting from one of the ancient Psalms, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB began his homily for Easter 2025 with a question that he said lies at the heart of every ...
