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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Pope Francis urges the prideful not to judge
In the main speech read by Msgr Pierluigi Giroli, Pope Francis said that “the prideful (person) is one who thinks he or she is much more than he or she really is.
Banksia Grove honours St John Paul II devotion with new statues
Banksia Grove parishioners have recently celebrated the first anniversary of the opening of St John Paul II Church with the blessing and opening of a new presbytery, several statues and a rose garden.
Pope Francis proposes Lenten resolution: Keep your eyes on Jesus
Reflecting on the day’s Gospel reading from St Mark, Pope Francis said that Jesus’ transfiguration – when he radiated before his disciples in a dazzling white light – “reveals to them the meaning of what they had experienced together up to that moment.”
As war enters third year, Ukrainians helped by church number in the millions
As Russia’s war against Ukraine enters its third year, several church institutions recapped their aid effort over two years of conflict, showing millions of people have been saved thanks to the Catholic Church.
Notre Dame and the Catholic Institute of Western Australia announce historic partnership
The collaboration aims to enhance Catholic education in Western Australia by leveraging the strengths of both institutions in providing Catholic-based education and formation.
Vocations Office welcomes two new and passionate committee members
The appointment of new Vocations Committee Members Adam Phillips and Catherine Nguyen recognises the need to support the Office’s ongoing work in advancing its Vocations promotions, partnerships and assistance for anyone discerning to answer God’s call to love.
New podcast series explores the power of prayer
Fr Hore believes whether you’re a person of faith, or simply someone at a ‘crossroads in life’, the podcasts can offer a deep reflection on how prayer can lead us to more “responsive and fulfilling lives, embodying the notion that prayer is life”.
Subject of a new film, Mother Cabrini left native Italy to serve US immigrants
Francesca Cabrini was born 15 July 1850, in Sant’Angelo Lodigiano, youngest of 13 children in a well-off farming family. A pious child – the “little saint,” neighbours called her – she longed to be a missionary and played at sailing paper boats filled with violets representing the sisters she meant to send all over the world.
Embracing the Legacy: The Inaugural Mercy Exchange of 2024
The heart of the Mercy Exchange lay in the open, engaging, discerning, and fruitful table conversations centred around the Mercy Charism and legacy.
Caritas Australia helps a young mother in the Philippines finish her education
Growing up, Ronita’s family faced many challenges. She grew up with her mum, who worked three jobs because Ronita’s father left their family.
