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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Protective Behaviours workshop comes to Maylands parishes
Three parishes and several community groups in the suburb of Maylands have recently come together for a workshop on the Protective Behaviours Program, which aims to prevent and guide responses to child abuse.
INTERNATIONAL: Pope Francis says Christians without tenderness, respect are
The sin committed most frequently in Christian parishes and groups is bad-mouthing and backstabbing each other, which not only divides the community, but drives away people who come seeking God, Pope Francis said to parishioners in his homily during an evening Mass at a parish on the outskirts of Rome on 21 May.
Fr Kevin Cummins celebrates a decade of service in Mental Health
For people living with serious mental illness, the presence of God can become a source of hope, according to Archdiocesan Mental Health Chaplain, Father Kevin Cummins.
New director named for National Catholic Education Commission
Chair of the Bishops Commission for Catholic Education and Perth, Archbishop Timothy Costello SDB, has last week announced Mr Christian Zahra as the new Executive Director of the National Catholic Education Commission.
Notre Dame University Vice Chancellor awarded honorary degree
The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Vice Chancellor, Professor Celia Hammond has received an honorary degree from The University of Portland in the USA.
St John of God House demolition paves way for SJG Subiaco Hospital
Executive Director WA Hospitals of St John of God Health Care and Acting Chief Executive Officer of St John of God Subiaco Hospital, John Fogarty said the demolition is an exciting and significant milestone for the hospital, as it represents the first stage of the hospital’s redevelopment.
World Youth Day logo shows symbols for Virgin Mary and Panama
A logo depicting symbols for Mary, Panama and the Panama Canal was selected as the winning design to promote World Youth Day (WYD) 2019.
80th Anniversary Celebrations – a proud moment for Catholic Women’s League WA
Catholic Women’s League WA (CWL WA) celebrated its 80th Anniversary to remember and maintain focus on the importance of Catholic Women in parishes on Saturday, 20 May at Holy Rosary Church Nedlands with a special Mass and celebration later in the parish hall.
Pope Francis, English Church leaders offer prayers after Manchester Arena attack
Pope Francis decried the ‘barbaric attack’ on concertgoers in Manchester, adding his voice to Catholic leaders dismayed at what British officials said was the deadliest case of terrorism since 2005.
Newman College Year 11 Philippines Immersion students experience compassion and love
It was an experience of a lifetime for 13 Year 11 students from Newman College who participated in the Philippines Immersion Program in the months of November and December, last year.
