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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Parish Columbarium and grotto to Our Lady of Fatima come to St Luke’s
After a number of busy bee clean-ups and several months of construction, St Luke’s Parish in Woodvale has welcomed a new Columbarium and grotto dedicated to Our Lady of Fatima.
Economy of exclusion, inequality caused growth of poverty, Pope says
An economic vision geared solely toward profit and material well-being has led to an economy of exclusion and inequality that has increased poverty and the number of people discarded “as unproductive and useless”, Pope Francis said.
Mum’s the word for caring Mercedes College students
Compassionate Mercedes College students made Mother’s Day luxury gifts a reality for young mums at risk of homelessness living at MercyCare’s Coolock Units.
Movie Review: Last Days in the Desert falls short of capturing Jesus’ true nature
“Who do you say that I am?” As has often been pointed out, this question – originally posed by Jesus to the 12 Apostles – is, in fact, a decisive inquiry directed by the Saviour at each and every human being.
Voice for the voiceless: A statement by the Catholic Bishops of Australia on the election
Australia’s Catholic Bishops have this week called for the voices of the thrown-away people to be heard in the long federal election campaign. The Bishops issued a statement on the 2016 Federal Election, addressed to Catholics and all people of goodwill.
Australian Bishops welcome appointment of Ambassador to the Holy See
The Bishops of Australia have welcomed the appointment of Ms Melissa Hitchman as Australia’s next Ambassador to the Holy See in Rome.
Humanitarian lawyer tells reality of situation facing refugees
The reality of the situation facing asylum seekers and refugees was front and centre at a recent forum co-ordinated by the Archdiocesan Catholic Alliance for Refugees.
Exploring Freo’s fascinating stories during annual Heritage Festival
A series of thought-provoking lectures and interactive walking tours will celebrate Fremantle’s West End’s history as part of the City’s 2016 Fremantle Heritage Festival program at The University of Notre Dame Australia from 27 May to 5 June.
North Beach remembers diggers on Anzac Day
North Beach parishioners recently pitched in their talents to remember Australians who have served and died in war and operational service at their annual Anzac Day Mass on 25 April.
Flores de Mayo celebration comes to Maida Vale parish
Maida Vale’s St Francis of Assisi Parish recently hosted its inaugural Flores de Mayo – with a large crowd turning out on Saturday, 7 May to join in the special Filipino celebration which honours the Virgin Mary.
