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
Pope calls attack on Nice act of ‘blind violence’
Pope Francis has this week condemned the attack on Bastille Day celebrations in France, calling it an act of “blind violence”.
Knit one, purl one: yarn bombing comes to Lathlain
Seniors at Mercy Place Lathlain have been busy unravelling the mysteries of yarn bombing - and adorning the home with their intricately knitted creations.
The seniors - all residents at the not-for-profit residential home - took up the hobby earlier this year, following in the footsteps of the thousands of people worldwide who have become involved with the global yarn bombing movement.
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MOVIE REVIEW: Ghostbusters revisited with all-female cast
Few films released over the last several decades have embedded themselves as firmly in the public consciousness as the 1984 comedy, Ghostbusters.
BOOK REVIEW: The Life of Don Angelo Confalonieri among the Aborigines of Australia
Between 1846 and 1848, Don Angelo Confalonieri undertook a mission to Aboriginal people at Port Essington, now part of Australia’s Northern Territory, where Britain established the Victoria settlement in 1838. Rome made the Victoria settlement a vicariate in 1845 and placed it under the Diocese of Perth led by Bishop John Brady. In 2016, a commemoration will mark the 170 years that have passed since Confalonieri arrived in Port Essington.
Follow the Australian Journey to World Youth Day with live web cast on Xt3.com
Many friends, family and parishioners will have the opportunity to follow Australia’s journey to the city of mercy as 2,500 World Youth Day pilgrims travelling to Poland with the live web cast of events from Krakow through the digital platform, Xt3.com.
Parish dinners bring community together in Baldivis
Building community spirit among the Catholic community – particularly in a new area – can be a challenge for many priests, but Baldivis Parish Priest, Father Geoff Aldous, has found an innovative way of doing so.
Academic lecture sheds new light on Jesus’ impact on society
Senior Fellow at Melbourne’s Catholic Theological College, Professor Francis Moloney SDB, captivated an attentive audience at the Centre for Faith Enrichment on 20 May, delivering a lecture on the message of John 13; in particular, the foot washing and the gift of the morsel.
Workers to enter tomb of Jesus for first time in 200 years
For the first time in 200 years, experts have begun a restoration of the Edicule of the Tomb in the Church of the Holy Sepulchre where, according to Christian tradition, Jesus was laid to rest after His crucifixion.
More than 20 years of disability advocacy prove an inspiration for Jocelyn
When Jocelyn Versace stepped down recently from her role as Senior Regional Coordinator with Personal Advocacy Service (PAS), she left a legacy of dedication and inspiration over more than two decades of service.
MOVIE REVIEW: Viewers invited to dream big with The BFG
Like its source material, Roald Dahl’s eponymous1982 children’s book, The BFG (Disney) comes packed with specialised terms for its own fantasy elements.
