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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.

Griver biographer presents slice of Perth history to Ambassador in Ireland

Perth author and biographer of Unearthed – Martin Griver, Odhran O’Brien, this month met with Australia’s Ambassador to Ireland, Dr Ruth Adler, to present her with a copy of the recently biographies showcasing the life of Archbishop Patrick Clune and Bishop Martin Griver.

Perth author Odhran O’Brien this month met with Australia’s Ambassador to Ireland, Dr Ruth Adler, to present her with a copy of the recently released books by the Archdiocese of Perth, showcasing the life of Archbishop Patrick Clune and Bishop Martin Griver. PHOTO: Supplied

Youth called to find real happiness in relationship with God at Veritas

Real happiness lies in a deep relationship with God and not through material possessions, money or power, said Ryan Shelton, keynote speaker at the recent Veritas Youth Festival.

The Disciples of Jesus 24/7 music ministry perform at the opening of the inaugural Veritas Youth Festival, which was held from 10 to 12 July 2015 as an initiative of the Catholic Youth Network, which is a collection of youth agencies, communities and movements from across the Archdiocese. PHOTO: Supplied

Fr Cabraja celebrates 40 years of priestly service

As far as priestly milestones go, they don’t get much bigger. The Fremantle Herald reported last week on North Fremantle priest and pastor to the Croatian diaspora in WA, Father Nikola Cabraja, who celebrated 40 years in the priesthood.

Father Nikola Cabraja celebrated 40 years in the priesthood last month. PHOTO: Steve Grant, The Fremantle Herald

Close to home, Pope highlights need for cooperation for common good

Pope Francis was as close to home as he has been since becoming Pope in March 2013 when he celebrated Mass at Paraguay’s popular shrine of Our Lady of Miracles of Caacupe.

Pope Francis greets an elderly woman as he meets with people of Banado Norte, a poor neighbourhood in Asuncion, Paraguay, on 12 July. PHOTO: CNS /Paul Haring

NAIDOC WEEK 2015 – Mercy College works towards building a caring community

A new whole-school focus group centred on building relationships and creating a welcoming, open, inclusive and respectful environment has been introduced at Mercy College Koondoola.

NAIDOC Week is an annual event celebrating the history, culture and achievements of Australian Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, while also being an opportunity to recognise the contributions that Indigenous Australians make to our country and our society. PHOTO: UNDA

Working together bonds Mercyville Mother-Daughter Duo

A love of walking, talking and even the odd kickboxing class is what bonds Mercy Health’s Gill Chambers and Elise Hayward, who have spent the past 20 years working alongside each other.

Mother and daughter duo, Gill Chambers and Elise Hayward, has worked for Mercyville residential home together for the last 20 years. PHOTO: Mercy Health

MOVIE REVIEW: Self/less explores meaning of life

The gunfire and car crashes that dominate the second hour of the soul-swapping thriller Self/less (Focus) are sure signs that this ponderous property has run out of ideas.

Ryan Reynolds, foreground, and Ben Kingsley star in a scene from the movie "Self/less." PHOTO: CNS/Focus

Australian Catholic agencies to release analysis on new Encyclical

Catholic Earthcare, Catholic Religious Australia and Catholic Mission will soon release the second book in The Francis Effect series.

Copies of Pope Francis' encyclical on the environment, "Laudato Si', on Care for Our Common Home," are stacked on a table prior to a presentation on the encyclical June 30 at U.N. headquarters in New York City. PHOTO: CNS/Gregory A. Shemitz

Tania conducting vital research for better NFL standards at UNDA

Tania Spiteri, Lecturer in Health Sciences at The University of Notre Dame Australia, is this month conducting vital research with the National Football League (NFL) in Dallas, USA to improve the performance standards, on-field decision making and fitness capacity of 160 officials.

Tania Spiteri will work with a team of researchers at Purdue University to track the movement of NFL officials using state-of-the-art GPS technology. PHOTO: UNDA

SJGHC appoints Sr Anne Derwin as new Trustee

The Members of St John of God Australia Limited have announced the appointment of Sister Anne Derwin as a Trustee of St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) and a Director of St John of God Limited.

Sister Anne Derwin, who hashas previously served as a SJGHC Board member from 2004 until 2009, has been appointed as a Trustee of St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) and a Director of St John of God Limited. PHOTO: St John of God Health Care

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