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
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.
The Record heads in new direction
Since 1840, The Record has served the Catholic community in Western Australia extraordinarily well. Now the time has come for The Record to take a new direction.
Teens revel in fun, faith and fellowship weekend
The Gospel of John took centre stage at the recent Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM) annual ‘Stronger’ teens camp held earlier this month.
Parenting study results lack credibility
An Australian study claiming children of same-sex parents enjoy higher levels of health and social wellbeing has captured attention across the globe, but advocates of traditional family structures have urged caution.
