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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Identitywa enters innovative relationship
Identitywa has last month signed a collaborative agreement that will result in the construction of six residential homes for Identitywa participants.
Minari
Set in the 1980s, Minari (A24), a gentle mix of drama and comedy, explores the immigrant experience from a Korean American perspective.
Vatican says no blessing ‘illicit’ unions, no negative judgment on gay people
While homosexual men and women must be respected, any form of blessing a same-sex union is “illicit”, the Vatican Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith has this week affirmed. By Carol Glatz.
Upcoming national consultation recognises women’s contribution to and vision for the mission of the Church in Australia
Women of the Church in Australia will have the opportunity to have their voices heard, with their participation in a national consultation with two bishops on 27 March via media platform, Zoom.
Parish Pastoral Council Formation Program created to benefit parishes, agencies
About 50 clergymen and laypeople attended the first PPC consultation meeting, held in Bateman Parish’s function hall on Saturday 6 March.
Project Compassion 2021: Arsad’s story: Be more for a healthier community
Arsad, an Indonesian farmer, had no toilet at home and was often sick due to open defecation. Through Caritas Australia’s support, Arsad and his community improved hygiene and sanitation and funded their toilets.
Redemptorist Monastery sets to serve as venues for Fremantle Chamber Orchestra performance
The Fremantle Chamber Orchestra (FCO) will fill the resonant spaces of the Redemptorist Monastery in North Perth with the glorious sounds of symphonic music on Saturday 14 March, showcasing the extraordinary talent of WA musicians.
The Grizzlies
Director Miranda de Pencier’s drama The Grizzlies (Northwood Entertainment) tells the inspiring true story of a town that suffered the highest suicide rate in North America but found hope through the introduction of a lacrosse programme for its teens.
Pope in Iraq: Living the beatitudes can change the world, violence is ‘betrayal’ of religion
With sporadic violence continuing in Iraq, Pope Francis’ trip to Iraq from 5 to 8 March involved a massive security operation with the deployment of thousands of police and military officers. Even the Vatican police and Swiss Guards wore bulletproof vests under their dark suits, an unusual practice on a papal trip.
Melbourne Archbishop pens letter regarding COVID-19 vaccine development
Melbourne Archbishop Peter Comensoli provides clarity from the viewpoint of the Catholic Church in Australia regarding the development of a COVID-19 vaccine.
