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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Pray, do penance, everything possible for peace, says Pope Francis
In his prepared text, Pope Francis focused on the birth of Jesus, the messianic king, in a humble stable.
NATIONAL: Pope Francis appoints auxiliary bishop for Sydney
Fr Tony Percy is currently the parish priest in the Archdiocese of Canberra and Goulburn parish of St Gregory’s, Queanbeyan.
Michael and Pat mark 60 years of marriage with mission, ministry and family
Seven children, 20 grandchildren and one great-grand child later, long time mis-sionaries Michael and Pat Whitely have recently celebrated their 60th wedding anniversary
Back In Action
Two double lives provide the context for some good one-liners in the generally enjoyable espionage comedy “Back in Action” (Netflix). Unfortunately, however, the quality of the humor flags as the film’s plot progresses and some of the ma-terial viewers encounter along the way makes this production an apt choice for grown-ups only.
Dancing turns to friendship at Whitfords
A new line dancing group has formed at Whitfords Parish, with more than 30 people gathering for the first time just before Christmas.
Like Mary, respond to God’s love with action
Christians are called to follow Mary’s example by responding to God’s love with action, reaching out to others instead of withdrawing from the world, Pope Francis said.
Religious called to renew missionary commitment
Instituted by Saint John Paul II in 1997, the World Day for Consecrated Life invites the faithful to offer prayerful support for all those who have committed them-selves to consecrated life.
Catholic Education WA celebrates 2024 Year 12 high achievers
Award recipients included those students who achieved an Australian Tertiary Admission Ranking (ATAR) of 99 and above as well as students who received a Pinnacle Award from the School Curriculum and Standards Authority in ATAR and VET pathways.
Pope Francis is right when he says war is always a defeat for humanity, says Perth Archbishop
Speaking in an opinion column published in The Australian this week, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB highlighted that the fragile ceasefire of Israel and Hamas offers some hope that the worst of the violence might be behind us, but the repercussions from the horrors of 7 October will continue to play out for many years.
Archbishop Emeritus Hickey’s legacy recognised at Gala for Life 2025
Founded by Perth woman Bridget Pretty in 2015 with the aim of raising funds and awareness for pregnancy help centres around Australia, this year’s event was aimed, explained Mrs Pretty, at bringing into focus the work of Pregnancy Assistance Bunbury.
