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
Fr Irdi and Fr Baumgarten clock up two years as priests
Perth priests, Father Christian Irdi and Father Mark Baumgarten, have this week reflected on the highs and lows of their journey to the priesthood on the second anniversary of their ordination.
Pope asks WYD pilgrims to accompany him with prayers during visit
With his visit to World Youth Day only a few days away, Pope Francis asked young pilgrims to accompany his visit to Krakow, Poland, with prayers.
Dedicated MercyCare volunteer leaves lasting legacy
A committed MercyCare volunteer has called time on 23 years of selfless service, which has included publication of a heritage trail guide and a special music program for elderly folk with dementia.
MOVIE REVIEW: Ida embarks on an emotional journey into history and self-discovery
The starkly beautiful minimalist masterpiece that is Ida (Music Box) adroitly navigates two horrific eras of Polish history as an aspiring nun discovers her true identity.
NCEC launches Partners in Australia’s Future campaign
National Catholic Education Commission (NCEC) Executive Director, Ross Fox, says a new campaign in support of Catholic schools reflects the important place of the country’s 1,731 schools in shaping Australia’s future.
PhD candidate wins inaugural Australian-French business challenge
Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) candidate from The University of Notre Dame Australia, Linda Khong, is part of a team heading on a sponsored trip to France after winning the inaugural Australian-French 24-hour Entrepreneurship Challenge on 2 to 3 June 2016.
BOOK REVIEW: Chaplain opens the door to prisoners’ stories
Having worked for ten years as Senior Chaplain for Prisons in Western Australia, Paul Gill was in a good position upon retirement to write about the experiences facing chaplains and the people they encounter – be they prisoners, their families or even victims of crime.
Collaborative research leads to better patient care
Patient-focused research was recently celebrated at St John of God (SJOG) Murdoch Hospital for its contribution to ensuring high standards of safety and quality in health care at a research symposium.
YEAR OF MERCY SPECIAL FEATURE: Whitford parishioner tells of his experience of Holy Door in Amsterdam
Moving overseas can provide a great opportunity to explore new sights in different countries, and this was certainly the case for accountant, Mark Currell – who discovered among the intricate features of a Basilica in Amsterdam, a Holy Door similar to the one at his former parish in Whitford.
Perth seminarian receives welcome to the jungle
Seminarian Joseph Laundy has described how he swapped Perth’s familiar Mediterranean climate for the steamy jungles of Borneo during a recent pastoral assignment to Malaysia.
