Dr Marco Ceccarelli completed his PhD research in History and European Studies at The University of Western Australia with a focus on Catholic journalism and its response to 21st century Islamic terrorism.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Western Australian MP shines spotlight on prostitution and human trafficking
Southern River MP Peter Abetz has this week delivered an insightful lecture entitled Human Trafficking and Prostitution in WA at the Dawson Society for Philosophy and Culture Speakers’ Forum.
Perth Easter celebrations breathe life into the mystery of the Resurrection
Parishes throughout the Archdiocese of Perth were filled to capacity over the Easter weekend as thousands of faithful concluded the Easter Triduum with the Holy Saturday Easter Vigil and Easter Sunday celebrations.
The central mystery of our Catholic faith, found in the wonder and joy of Christ’s Resurrection, was recalled in the numerous Easter liturgies and raised as a focal point for ...
Just Leadership Days set to educate leaders of the future – Caritas Australia
Just Leadership Days are more than information sessions about fundraising: they engage students with social justice issues and encourage them to be the just leaders of the future, says Global Education Advisor for Caritas WA, Janeen Murphy.
Hilton parishioners strike a fortune to celebrate 60 years of marriage
Edward and Patricia Fortune rekindled fond memories last month as they celebrated the day in which they were united in marriage 60 years ago.
New priests called to bear fruit that will last
The Archdiocese of Perth was once again gifted with the fruits of its seminaries last Friday with the priestly ordination of another four men.
Guided by the Lord towards the order of priesthood
If there is one thing that binds newly-ordained diocesan priests Carmine-John (CJ) Millen, Marlon Henao-Perez, Alexis Vega-Osorio and Noe Navarrete-Apaez, it is the sense that God has been a faithful guide throughout the years of their priestly formation.
Despite having arrived to last week’s ordination from very different walks of life, the four young men shared a deep sense of gratitud...
Perth celebrates the Apostle of Ireland, St Patrick’s Day
The extraordinary tenacity, fidelity and determination of Ireland’s most famous saint was praised by Archbishop Tim Costelloe this week at the annual St Patrick’s Day Mass, held on 17 March 2015 in St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth.
Faith in the public square: The Hon Tim Fischer inspires at Catholic breakfast
Former Deputy Prime Minister and Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, the Hon Tim Fischer AC, last week engaged in a discussion with more than 200 men on faith, politics, war and his 1,000 days as the first resident of Rome, Australian Ambassador to the Holy See.
Rite of Election – Photo story
The Rite of Election of Catechumens and Formal Recognition of Candidates Liturgy was celebrated by the Most Reverend Archbishop of Perth Timothy Costelloe at St Mary’s Cathedral on Thursday, 26 February 2015.
Dr Matthew Tan embarks on a theology of running away
One may wonder what U2’s famous song Where the streets have no name could possibly have in common with the Book of Exodus, or what connection could be made between rock/metal band Evanescence’ s Anywhere and St John of the Cross’ Dark Night of the Soul.
