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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Geraldton Bishop, WA Premier cut ribbon on new heritage centre
Bishop of Geraldton, Justin Bianchini, has joined the Hon. Premier Colin Barnett in opening the Monsignor Hawes Heritage Centre, describing John Cyril Hawes as a gift to the diocese and the region.
Melkites welcome new Syrian refugee families
Newly arrived Syrian refugee families had the opportunity to meet and network with members of the Perth Archdiocese on Sunday, 21 August, by participating in a Melkite Rite Catholic Mass, a shared meal and different social activities.
Tracing the history of Sister Ursula Frayne, 170 years on
Students from 14 Catholic schools in Perth could be seen greeting Sister Ursula Frayne on the morning of 31 August as they boarded buses from Perth City to Santa Maria College.
Faith discussions a source of support for young men
Finding time to talk about God with likeminded people can be difficult, particularly for young people, but a group of Perth-based young men have found a way around it, meeting up for a weekday Mass and then sharing a meal and having a discussion afterwards.
Poland opens its homes and parishes to pilgrims for WYD
Many of those who attended World Youth Day (WYD) this year reported that it was a life-changing experience and for Catholic Youth Ministry Perth Director Anita Parker, it was a chance to connect not only with her faith, but with the culture of Polish people who welcomed pilgrims into their homes and communities.
WYD was a revolution and learning experience for Liam Ryan
‘Revolution’ is not a term that is usually mentioned in relation to religion and the experience of it by young people, but for World Youth Day (WYD) pilgrim and Redemptoris Mater Seminarian Liam Ryan, what he witnessed and learned in Poland indeed suggested a ‘revolution’ in faith among the other people present.
Parliament right to ditch cuts to benefits for poor and disadvantaged communities
Plans to place the burden of budget repair on those who can least afford it were wrong morally and economically.
Understanding the Eucharist is at the centre of acolytes’ role, Archbishop says
Archbishop Timothy Costelloe has recently addressed more than 100 soon-to-be acolytes, emphasising the importance of understanding the Eucharist as a crucial and fundamental aspect of their roles.
Free laundry service for the homeless an opportunity for support and engagement
For most people, freshly-washed clothes are something that can often be taken for granted, but among more than 150 people who sleep rough in Perth every night, it may not be so simple.
St Teresa of Kolkata will always be ‘Mother’ Teresa, Pope says
With a large tapestry bearing the portrait of the woman known as the ‘Saint of the Gutters’ suspended above him, Pope Francis proclaimed the sainthood of Mother Teresa of Kolkata, hailing her courage and love for the poor.
