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.
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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
WA Governor launches Vinnies Christmas Appeal
WA’s newly appointed Governor, Her Excellency the Honourable Kerry Sanderson AO, officially launched the St Vincent de Paul Society’s 2014 Christmas Appeal at Government House on Thursday, 4 December 2014.
Historic Visit by Archbishop Dominique Mamberti
Foreign Affairs Minister Julie Bishop last week welcomed to Canberra the Holy See’s Secretary for Relations with States, His Excellency Archbishop Dominique Mamberti.
Caritas: 50 years of love and compassion
“Our story is your story.” This was the theme of Caritas’s 50th anniversary celebration which took place recently in the Archdiocese of Perth.
New Men’s Group a cure for solitude
The changing demographics in residential aged care at MercyCare in Wembley have prompted staff to establish a new men’s group in which male residents get together to battle the solitude which can accompany old age.
Australian Bishops call for Solidarity with the Middle East
Sunday, 7 December 2014 has been designated a Day of Solidarity with the Christians of the Middle East by the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference (ACBC).
GST reform necessary to bridge gender gap
The Australian Government should reconsider how it imposes tax on foods in light of changing consumption patterns and improve the tax system’s gender equity, according to research conducted by a Senior Lecturer at the University of Notre Dame Australia’s School of Law, Fremantle.
Teachers awarded for service to sports in schools
At a recent breakfast at the University Club of Western Australia, principals and sports teachers from 67 schools were honoured for their dedication to supporting young people across a wide range of sporting disciplines.
Students remember Christ at Christmas with nativity play
Junior students at St Gerard’s Primary School, Westminster last week performed a stellar nativity story in front of family and friends ahead of the Christmas and Advent season.
Son of God Mini-series, now on DVD
The Son of God mini-series has been edited for cinema release around the world from the 2013 mini-series, The Bible.
Mary MacKillop Legacy – Christmas Appeal
The Sisters of St Joseph have recently launched their 2014 Christmas Appeal, stating that donations make a genuine difference in the lives of real people.
