The Record is the weekly online publication and bi-monthly print magazine of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth. Established in 1874, The Record is one of the oldest publications in Australia, providing an insight into the weekly news and events from a local, national and international perspective via The eRecord and an in depth look at current issues happening among us today via The Record Magazine.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Mandorla Art Award winner evokes a sense of care, consideration and curiosity
In a statement announcing the winners, the Mandora Art Award Committee said the sheer span of mediums and artistic approaches covered in the 2024 Mandorla Art Award makes this an exciting year indeed.
Declining Mass attendance raises questions
In 2007, the ACBC commissioned a project, Catholics who have stopped attending Mass, which focused on once active Catholics who had ceased participating in Mass and their parish, and the interpersonal, cultural and societal factors that led to their disengagement with liturgy and ecclesial life.
Child Poverty Report sounds alarm bells for Australia’s future
The Australia Institute’s report found people were overwhelmingly supportive of government measures to reduce child poverty, with four-in-five (81 per cent) agreeing that household income support payments should be set at a rate that did not cause any child in Australia to live in poverty.
Caritas network confirms devastating attack on the Holy Family School in Gaza
The school, a property of the Latin Patriarchate of Jerusalem, was a place of refuge for hundreds of civilians whose homes were destroyed.
Women’s Conference to support women in their biological and spiritual motherhood
The theme of the Conference invites women to step into the journey with other like-minded Catholic women from all walks of life to be formed and equipped for the challenges of today’s world in the footsteps of Mary Magdalene.
Bishops welcome release of key Synod document
The Instrumentum laboris is not a magisterial document or a catechism, but a way to encourage prayer, dialogue, discernment and the “maturing of a consensus”, according to an explanatory paper.
Ann Cullity remembered for creating beauty and inspiring meaning in the world
Cottesloe parishioner Ann Cullity will be remembered for knowing the meaning cultivation- how to nurture, have purpose, pay attention, connect, transform, and, most importantly care.
In honour of Mrs Cullity, The Record is this week publishing a eulogy provided by her daughter Kate.
Sport can open the way to Christ
National Centre for Evangelisation Director Malcolm Hart said a range of resources were being developed to assist parishes in using sport to reach out to their communities.
Accessible homes transforming lives
Identitywa recognises the importance of accessibility and ageing in place and is addressing this with the inclusion of features such as master sized bedrooms with ensuites, spacious communal areas, wide doorways and corridors, as well as the integration of assistive technology and security features.
To the readers of The West Australian Catholic Record
A few words with our readers on Monday July 6,1874. The West Australian Catholic Record is, as its name indicates, intended for the scattered Catholics of West Australia. Its object is to supply, them with information on subjects affecting their religion and of current interest.
