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
BOOK REVIEW: Pilgrims story offers powerful insight into prayer
How do you pray without ceasing? Do you discuss every little decision you face during the day? Do you give God status updates every minute? Do you shut yourself away from human society altogether, and interact only with God?
2017 CARITAS AUSTRALIA PROJECT COMPASSION – Dinia’s Story; Love your Neighbour
Dinia lost not just her husband, but the financial security that his job at the mines brought when he passed away unexpectedly, while she was pregnant with their fifth child.
Pope Francis: Bravely tackle hardship knowing God will never let you down
When life gets difficult, trust in God and don’t worry unnecessarily about tomorrow, Pope Francis said before praying the Angelus at St Peter’s Square on 26 February.
West Australian story Jasper Jones, makes leap from page to screen
Fremantle author Craig Silvey’s novel, Jasper Jones has amassed quite a following since its 2009 release.
Older Australians to have increased choice with control with their funding
Older Australians who access home care services will now be able to exercise greater choice and control with the commencement of new funding
Lectio Divina: Read, Meditate, Pray, Contemplate for Lent
Sister Shelley Barlow has this week talked about an upcoming course at the Centre for Faith Enrichment, entitled ‘Three Tuesday Mornings in Lent’, and what it means to take home the ancient practice of Lectio Divina, or divine reading.
East Cannington Church celebrates closure after 60 years
A community of Catholics created a spiritual home at the St Francis of Assisi Church, where they had their faith nourished, said Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton, at a recent closing Mass of the Church building, celebrated on Sunday 19 February.
ACBC President speaks on final Royal Commission hearings into the Catholic Church
Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President, Archbishop Denis Hart has last week acknowledged the cooperation of witnesses, agencies, religious institutions and dioceses across the Catholic Church at the conclusion of Case Study 50 of the Royal Commission into Institutional Responses to Child Sexual Abuse.
St John of God Raphael Services expands to reach more parents
More families suffering with perinatal illness in Western Australia are now able to access St John of God (SJG) Raphael Services as a result of the service’s growth in 2017.
PHOTO STORY: Cathedral volunteers thanked for their dedication
Non liturgical volunteers who work at St Mary’s Cathedral were recently thanked for their time and dedication at a special morning tea in the parish centre.
