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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Perth prepares blessings as Plenary Council members move to the next phase
Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB will bless Perth’s delegation to the Fifth Plenary Council in Australia this Pentecost, preparing them for the next phase of the historic meeting when council members will come together in Sydney.
Caritas Australia raises over $3.5 million for Ukraine Appeal
Since the start of the conflict, Caritas Australia has raised more than $3.5 million for its Ukraine Appeal.
Downton Abbey: A New Era
In this second film adaptation of Downton Abbey: A New Era, Julian Fellowes’ script affirms marital fidelity even in the face of neglect and celebrates the reconciliation of once antagonistic relatives.
Students challenged at LifeLink launch – Be the difference in our society
Catholic school students have celebrated LifeLink Day in virtual space, this year, asking Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB what he sees as the trends needing the Church’s social action.
Cardinal Zen charged with improperly registering fund, pleads not guilty
Cardinal Joseph Zen Ze-kiun and several others pleaded not guilty in a Hong Kong court to charges of failing to properly register a now-defunct fund to help anti-government protesters.
Fr Albert Saminedi Celebrates 30th Anniversary to the Priesthood
Fr Saminedi, who calls himself ‘Fr Sam’, celebrated his 30th anniversary as a priest in April surrounded by his parishioners at Our Lady of Mercy Church, Girrawheen. Having lived a full missionary life, this anniversary marks 20 years in Perth, after spending time studying and sacrificing to educate others around the globe.
Perth volunteers give flesh to the commandment ‘love as I have loved you’
Catholics have been challenged at a special Mass at the dawn of National Volunteer Week to embrace the fullness of the faith by loving others in concrete ways. The Mass, celebrated by Bishop Don Sproxton, also celebrated the good works of countless volunteers throughout the Archdiocese of Perth.
Catholic education commends the extension of the Sporting Schools Program
A re-elected Morrison Government’s commitment to provide more than $20 million to expand the Sporting Schools Program to Years 9 and 10 secondary students has been welcomed by Catholic Education.
Sonic the Hedgehog 2
Sonic the Hedgehog 2 follows up the screen franchise’s 2020 kick-off that featured a mix of animation and live action. The movie intersperses intense action chase sequences with wisecracks.
Beloved portrait of late MercyCare resident returned to family after nearly three decades
A Western Australian family have revealed their close family ties to MercyCare’s rich history after they were reunited with a painted portrait of their late loved one close to three decades after her passing.
