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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
NATIONAL: Census 2016 paints picture of Australian Catholic population
There were fewer Catholics in Australia in 2016 than in 2011, but they were more likely to have a higher education and more likely to have been born overseas than five years earlier.
MOVIE REVIEW: Unplanned places abortion issue in question
The hard-hitting, fact-based drama Unplanned (Pure Flix) dares its viewers to confront the reality of what happens when a baby is aborted.
2019 Easter Message
Once again as a Christian community, a community that is of disciples of Jesus, we have travelled the journey of Lent, with its call to conversion of heart, re-living once more the terrible story of the betrayal, suffering and death of Jesus, and now we have arrived at the moment of joy which burst forth in the rising of Jesus from the dead.
Mater Dei celebrates Indigenous history with Whadjuk Gift Day
In a collaboration of solidarity, northern suburbs schools celebrated Whadjuk Gift Day at Mater Dei College by coming together to recognise Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander culture, history and traditions.
PHOTO STORY: Faith in Padre Pio strengthens Balcatta Prayer group
For some 30 years, the prayer group at Balcatta Parish St Lawrence Church has been an active force among the local community, gathering on the first Tuesday of every month to pray.
Changing lives through healing hands
The annual Blessing of Hands ceremony, which recognises the importance of hands in the relief of pain, the prevention of disease and as a symbol of peace and solidarity was celebrated for the 28th year on Wednesday 20 March.
Knights of the Southern Cross members and friends celebrate Founders
The Order of the Knights of the Southern Cross is a national organisation who operate with the support of the Australian Bishops to give support those in need and serve the wider community.
Servite Village Ruby Anniversary: 40 years of service
Family, friends and residents at Servite Village were delighted with a crowded reception as the celebrations for the facility’s 40th anniversary kicked off on Wednesday 27 March.
Renewal of faith and blessing of oils: Chrism Mass 2019
The pews at St Mary’s Cathedral are set to be filled with people from across the Archdiocese who will participate in the blessing of the three Holy Oils at Chrism Mass on Tuesday 16 April.
PLENARY 2020: Plenary Council listening to 222,000 voices
Perth Archbishop and Plenary Council 2020 President Timothy Costelloe SDB has last week announced that he and his fellow bishops are “amazed” by the engagement of people across Australia in the Council’s opening stage.
