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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Father Daughter duo bring joy to Easter celebrations at Bedford Parish
It was a special Easter for parishioners of St Peter the Apostle Parish in Bedford as a father daughter team took on a project for the most important part of the Liturgical calendar – Easter.
Risen Christ calls all to follow him on path to life: Pope Francis
Jesus is the risen shepherd who takes upon his shoulders “our brothers and sisters crushed by evil in all its varied forms,” Pope Francis said before giving his solemn Easter blessing on 16 April at St Peter’s Square.
Notre Dame University community reflects ahead of Easter
Staff and students from the University of Notre Dame Australia Fremantle campus have last week reflected on the death and resurrection of Jesus Christ in the lead up to Easter with a special Holy Hour on Wednesday 12 April 2017.
VALE FR JIM PETRY: Fitting tribute for Father Jim Petry’s life for God and Parish
It was a day of sadness for everyone who knew Fr Jim Petry who passed away on 29 March at his Castledare VIllage in Wilson where he spent the last few years of his life.
Part 1: Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton recalls Tantur journey live from Israel
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton, who is currently in Israel visiting the Tantur Ecumenical Institute, wrote to The eRecord just before Easter to speak about his experience.
Leaders asked to turn a light on homelessness
The St Vincent de Paul Society has this month officially launched the 2017 Vinnies CEO Sleepout to be held on June 22 at the WACA, asking the WA community to help turn a light on homelessness.
Palm Sunday Walk encourages compassion for refugees
Jesus’ message of compassion and welcoming was brought to the forefront at the recent Palm Sunday Walk for Refugees, where nearly 1000 people came out to support people seeking asylum in Australia and around the world.
Kathleen Thompson: Turning 100 years is God’s will in my life
A Papal Blessing from Pope Francis, a special birthday greeting from Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, a letter of congratulations from HRH Queen Elizabeth, and celebrations with family and friends was the icing on the cake for Kathleen Thompson who turned 100 years young on 13 April this year.
Evangelist brings message of everyday reflection to Gosnells parish
The importance of connecting with God and the Holy Spirit each day was a key message for attendees at a recent healing event by Catholic evangelist, Alan Ames.
Bishop Justin Bianchini 2017 Easter Message: Heart and Mind; Giving Life to Others
You may have read in The West Australian newspaper earlier this year, a special story of a little two year old called Jasmine who received the gift of a heart transplant in 2016.
