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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
His Grace the Archbishop at Leederville – Sixteen Postulants Received
The spacious new Convent of St. Brigid, Leederville, was the scene of a touching ceremony on July 2, the Feast of the Visitation, when His Grace the Archbishop, Most Rev. Dr. Clune, and His Grace the Coadjutor, Most Rev. Dr. Prendiville, were present at the reception of sixteen Postulants into the Order.
For Steve and Michelle Johnson the move from Perth suburban living to New Norcia is a change of pace
When Steve Johnson began thinking about taking on a new challenge, he never realised that it would lead him to New Norcia. The accountant at the Catholic Education Office for more than 10 years, Steve is now the accountant at the Church Office in New Norcia.
Call to support the Peter’s Pence appeal in 2024
Peter’s Pence also aims to support a range of charities which bring aid and comfort to the poor, children, families, the elderly, the marginalised, victims of war and natural disasters, refugees and migrants.
Vatican norms for Jubilee indulgence include pilgrimage, penance, service
Pope Francis said he will open the Holy Year at the Vatican on 24 December this year and close it 6 January 2026, on the feast of Epiphany.
Despicable Me 4
It’s an agreeable piece of fun that’s suitable for all but the very youngest.
Safeguarding Office highlights need to protect all members of the church community
The session helped to raise awareness of Elder Abuse and the Care Finders Program Initiative.
Perth Archdiocesan Assembly: The Journey so far
The Perth Catholic community is being invited to dedicate the weekend of Saturday 6 and Sunday 7 July to prayer for the upcoming Archdiocesan Assembly.
Canning Vale Corpus Christ procession celebrates seventh year
The procession is now in its seventh year – with skies clearing at the end of morning Mass providing a 45minute window free from rain.
Pope Francis praises role of archives, libraries, in tech-oriented world
Scholars overseeing archives and managing libraries must have “a great openness to discussion and dialogue,” Pope Francis told professors and students from the Vatican’s archival and library sciences schools on 13 May.
Girrawheen celebrates Safeguarding excellence
The award sets a benchmark for other church communities, showcasing how a dedicated team can create a safe environment.
