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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Sculptor inspired by family background and life of contrast
In many cases, art works say something about the people who make them, and the statue of St Joseph the Worker in Perth’s St Mary’s Cathedral is no exception.
Finding the true meaning of masculine strength
For a man who doesn’t speak a word in the Bible, much has been written about St Joseph, a humble carpenter whose incredible faith in God led him to marry the Virgin Mary and raise Jesus as his son.
Miracles from Heaven recounts captivating story of faith and survival
Starring Jennifer Garner, Kylie Rogers, Martin Henderson, Queen Latifah, Eugenio Derbez, John Carroll Lynch. Directed by Patricia Riggen. 109 minutes. Rated PG (Mild themes. Some upsetting scenes)
BOOK REVIEW: Searching for mercy in the face of Christ: Pope Francis launches new book at start of Jubilee Year
The warmth and candour that Pope Francis has demonstrated since his election to the papacy in 2013 has had a sweeping effect over so many within, and outside, the Catholic Church.
Former President of East Timor visits St Mary’s Cathedral
Former President of East Timor, His Excellency Xanana Gusmão, last weekend, on Sunday, 24 April, visited St Mary’s Cathedral, much to the delight of Cathedral Dean Monsignor Michael Keating and those who attended the morning Mass.
Lasallian Educators Conference held at La Salle College, Middle Swan
The Superior General of the De La Salle Brothers, Robert Schieler last week delivered an powerful address to a major educational conference in Perth, reflecting upon the changing nature of religious education in a multicultural and multifaith society.
National nursing appointee to foster culture of enquiry at St John of God Health Care
St John of God Health Care (SJOGHC) has recently appointed a director to guide the development of its nursing workforce across 23 facilities in Australia, New Zealand and the Asia Pacific region.
Anzac Day remembered at Domus Australia in Rome
As Australians gathered across the country, along with those in ANZAC Cove, to commemorate ANZAC Day 2016, a small group of expatriate Australians and New Zealanders continued the tradition at a special Mass at Domus Australia in Rome.
Movie Review: Eye in the Sky confronts morality of modern warfare
The suspenseful military drama Eye in the Sky (Bleecker Street) examines a sprawling topic, the war on terrorism, by focusing on the consequences a single drone operation may have on an individual life.
When it comes to happiness, there’s no app for that, Pope tells teens
Happiness “is not an app that you can download on your phones, nor will the latest update help you become free and great in loving,” Pope Francis told thousands of teenagers.
