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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
SPECIAL REPORT: Archbishop Costelloe renews call to Perth Catholic to live fully and faithfully our vocation as disciples of Jesus
In a Pastoral Letter released this week Wednesday 27 July, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB highlighted that in the two formal Assemblies of the Plenary Council, and in the many years of preparation, there has been a recognition that, in spite of the many failures and limitations of individual Catholics and of Catholic communities, the Church remains a powerful force for good in our society.
Notre Dame University bringing former nurses back into WA hospitals
Notre Dame offers WA’s only re-entry to practice course for nurses (including those who gained their qualifications overseas), which enables them to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.
Australians most likely to go online or to friends and family for answers to questions of faith
A study by Alpha Australia which surveyed 1000 people has found that Australians are most likely to go to friends and family (52 per cent) or online (48 per cent) to find answers to the questions they have about faith, beliefs, and spirituality.
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank
Paws of Fury: The Legend of Hank (Paramount) is an animated martial-arts spoof with a most unlikely provenance.
Indigenous and Catholic: One can proudly be both, Pope says
“If we want to be reconciled with one another and with ourselves, to be reconciled with the past, our eyes must be lifted to the crucified Jesus,” Pope Francis said.
Fr Michael Gatt remembered for zeal and dedication
Former Osborne Park Parish Priest Fr Michael Gatt will be remembered for his annual hosting of the Gattline over Christmas, exemplifying his zeal and dedication. It was during these times that he would make himself available 24/7, listening to callers and encouraging them with his experience, especially with his experience of the goodness and mercy of God. He passed away on Thursday 19 May.
Archbishop Costelloe reflects on his new role, responsibility
Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President and Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has this week reflected on a pair of firsts – becoming the first bishop of a West Australian diocese elected President and the first member of a religious order.
In an interview with the Australian Catholic Bishops Communications platform, Media Blog, Team, Archbishop Costelloe admitted he was “surprised and somewhat daunted” when he was elected President of the Conference in May.
Firm friendships celebrated on International Day
Hamersley resident Alan Williams and Kingsley local George Wakelin visit Mercy Place Edgewater every Thursday where they socialise with residents, accompany them on walks in the garden and help with various activities, including morning exercises.
Elderly called to be ‘teachers of tenderness,’ says Pope Francis
Speaking ahead of World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly, to be celebrated Sunday 24 July, the Holy Father said elderly men and women often have “a special sensitivity for care, for reflection and affection” that is sorely needed in today’s war-torn world
Vatican investments must follow Catholic social teaching, new policy says
In a statement issued this week, the Vatican has issued new rules that will ensure that Vatican owned investments will contribute “to a more just and sustainable world” and protect “the real value of the Holy See’s net worth and generate a sufficient return to sustainably contribute to the financing of its activities”.
