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
Turnbull Government school funding policy deeply concerning
The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, through the Bishops Commission for Catholic Education, has expressed its grave concerns over the impact of the Turnbull Government’s school funding announcement on Catholic schools across Australia.
Pope Francis urges Portuguese Pontifical College to turn to ‘Our Lady’ ahead of Fatima Trip
Pope Francis has this week urged Rome’s Portuguese Pontifical College to turn to Our Lady, ahead of his Apostolic Visit to Fatima on 12 and 13 May
National Volunteer Week at MercyCare: Music for the soul
National Volunteer Week at MercyCare has kicked off to a great start with music and entertainment from volunteer musician, Cedric Collars who will serenade senior citizens with fortnightly sing-a-longs accompanied by his keyboard from 8 May to 14 May.
Midland Parish bringing parishioners together for Easter
Midland Parish St Brigid’s Church welcomed many parishioners during this year’s Easter celebration. The celebrations held special significance this year for old and new parishioners. Priest-in-Charge Fr Benny Calanza sent in photos for readers of The eRecord.
MOVIE REVIEW: Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2 unites father and son in epic adventure
Sound fundamental values underlie the spirited sci-fi follow-up Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 2.
But thematic elements demanding discernment, together with some less than family-friendly dialogue, make this return to the stars best for grown-ups.
Bishops launch new norms and guidelines for the permanent diaconate
The Australian Bishops have this week officially launched new norms and guidelines for the permanent diaconate during their plenary meeting in Sydney on 8 May.
Alexandra Toussaint-Jackson joins internationally renowned Trinity Choir
Alexandra Toussaint-Jackson is living her dream, learning from some of the most gifted and passionate musicians in Australia and singing with the internationally renowned Trinity Choir.
Federal Budget locks in raw deal for Catholic School students
National Catholic Education Commission Acting Executive Director Danielle Cronin has this week said the 2017 Federal Budget has confirmed that funding for Catholic school students will increase more slowly than their peers in other schools – and funding will decrease in ACT Catholic schools.
2017 Heritage Festival Events kicks off at Notre Dame Fremantle
The University of Notre Dame Australia Fremantle Campus’ famous walking tours of the historic West End are back.
Commonwealth announces funding for child sexual abuse redress scheme
An initial $33.4 million in this year’s budget to kick-start the setting up of a national redress scheme for survivors of child sexual abuse has been welcomed by the Catholic Church’s Truth Justice and Healing Council.
