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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Kalgoorlie marks Easter with priestly anniversary
On 19 April, the Catholic community of Kalgoorlie gathered at St John Vianney Church in Kambalda for a deeply symbolic Easter Vigil, marking the climax of the Sacred Paschal Triduum. Presided over by Fr Errol Lobo — who was also celebrating the first anniversary of his priesthood — the liturgy centred on the Resurrection of Christ.
St Jude’s Church Celebrates Easter with Joy and Peace
St Jude’s Church joyfully celebrated Easter with heartfelt liturgies, reflections, and community prayer. Led by Fr Terry Raj, parishioners marked Christ’s resurrection with hope and peace in this Jubilee Year of Pilgrims of Hope.
End the ‘lesson lottery’
NCEC Executive Director Jacinta Collins said there are long-standing concerns from schools and teachers tired of the so-called “lesson lottery” — where learning suffers due to inconsistent curriculum delivery and insufficient support.
Budget stress will continue for millions of households
Inequality in Australia, highlighted Mr Gaetani, is at a 20-year high, with single parents hit the hardest.
Inaugural Reflection Day inspires students on the meaning of a vocation
Co-ordinated and led by the Vocations Office, the Reflection Day brought together clergy, religious sisters, Vocations Office staff and Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM) youth leaders to guide students through engaging discussions, interactive games, and personal testimonies.
Notre Dame researchers tackle Indigenous energy poverty
Researchers from the University of Notre Dame Australia are exploring solutions to energy poverty in remote Indigenous communities – a problem that sees some of Australia’s most vulnerable left without power in extreme heat for days on end.
Holy Spirit is source of peace, harmony, fraternity says Pope Francis
“The Spirit can grant true peace to human hearts, which is necessary for overcoming conflicts in our families, in society and among nations,” the Holy Father said in a written message to the Catholic Charismatic Renewal International Service, also known as “Charis.”
Catholics have vital role in shaping Australia’s future
Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President and Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, commended the statement to all people of good will.
New voice for Church in the Kimberley is born
The new Kimberly Aboriginal Catholic Pastoral Council members were commissioned to be witnesses to the Gospel, to nurture and be of service to all and to encourage people to strengthen their relationship with God and each other.
Minimum wage rise needed to keep Australians out of poverty
Speaking on behalf of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, Maitland-Newcastle Bishop Michael Kennedy said workers have a right to wages that will provide themselves and their families with a dignified standard of living.
