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
News and events coverage to continue
The final edition of The Record will not spell the end of local news and events coverage, says Archdiocese of Perth communications and media manager James Parker. From early September, a new e-newsletter, together with a printed four-page newsletter, will deliver the latest news and events for the Archdiocese.
Notre Dame still excelling, 25 years on
In 2014, Australia’s first Catholic university celebrates its silver anniversary. On December 21, 1989, the dreams and visions of a committed group of Western Australians were realised with the passing of The University of Notre Dame Australia Act by the Parliament of Western Australia.
University forming teachers for today and tomorrow
The University of Notre Dame Australia has changed significantly since Professor Chris Hackett stepped through its doors as part of the inaugural cohort of postgraduate education students in the early 90s; however, he says it has remained true to its roots.
In neighboring African countries, U.S. bishop sees hope, despite trauma
Among almost a million people displaced from their homes through conflict in the Central African Republic are 9,000 people who have found refuge at a seminary in the capital, Bangui.
British faith leaders warn Parliament not to legalize assisted suicide
The leaders of Britain’s faith communities have united to warn Parliament against the “grave error” of legalizing assisted suicide.
Knights of Columbus pledges $1.4 million to Special Olympics
The Knights of Columbus has pledged $1.4 million to help cover costs for next year’s Special Olympics World Games in Los Angeles.
Iraqi nuns released; church leaders report mistreatment of minorities
Two Iraqi nuns and three orphans kidnapped in late June have been released safely, according to the Christian rights group Middle East Concern.
Only God can satisfy deepest desires of human heart, speaker says
Christopher West’s overarching message to attendees at the 2014 International Theology of the Body Congress was that man is created by God and for God, and thus only God can satisfy the deepest desires of the human heart.
Jesus would have been a great TV evangelist, papal preacher says
The Gospel is made for television and Jesus Christ would have been a perfect on-air evangelist, said the papal preacher.
Bishop John Jobst flies home to God
The diocese of Broome was saddened by the news that its first bishop passed away peacefully at home in Innsbruck, Austria, last week.
