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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Most important sign should be the person of Jesus Christ, says new Cardinal-delegate
The visit of new Cardinal-designate Bishop Mykola Bychok and the Ukrainian clergy to Perth also included a meeting with 97-year-old Redemptorist priest Fr Thomas McFall, the oldest Redemptorist in Australia.
Lost on a Mountain in Maine
In the summer of 1939, the plight of a 12-year-old boy competed for headlines across the country with the European political crisis that would soon culminate in the outbreak of World War II. Young Donn Fendler was wandering on his own in the wilds of New England and was facing long odds against his survival.
Youth need to be reminded of the unique place that Jesus should hold in their lives, says CYM Director
“The Feast of Christ the King stands as a powerful reminder of the transformative power of Christ’s love – and our youth and young adults of today need this more than ever,” Mr Phillips said.
Holy Spirit is God’s gift to help faithful pray, persevere, says Pope Francis
Christian prayer is not a person at one end of the telephone, speaking to God on the other; no, it is God who prays in us! We pray to God through God,” Pope Francis has said.
SPECIAL REPORT: Only love will save humanity, says Pope Francis in new Encyclical on Sacred Heart
In his latest encyclical Dilexit Nos (He Loved Us) the Holy Father emphasised how only a deep and abiding love in the Lord can inspire and fuel Catholics to share the Gospel and God’s love with the world.
Synod calls for quick steps to involve more people in church life
Members voted on each of the 155 paragraphs of the document, which made suggestions and requests to Pope Francis that included long-term projects, such as the hope that more lay people would be involved in the selection of bishops.
NATIONAL: Committing to a sustainable future
In releasing the 2024 annual report, Group CEO Bryan Pyne acknowledged the difficulties facing the Australian private health care sector while anticipating a positive future.
Perth Vocations retreat supports journey of discernment and brotherhood
Over the course of the weekend, seven men were immersed in the life of the Seminary community, joining the seminarians in prayer, shared meals, and listening to a few speakers who explored a plurality of different ideas.
Legion of Mary to commemorate founder
All past and present Legion of Mary members are welcome to come together Saturday 9 November to commemorate the life of founder Frank Duff.
Salesian Brother Andrew inspires Australia on World Mission Sunday
One of the many lives changed through Br Andrew’s work is Chuluunbaatar, a man who found shelter at the House of Mercy, after a serious injury that left him facing homelessness.
