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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
English teachers split on legitimacy of digital games as a class text
Lead researcher and Australian Catholic University Senior Education Lecturer Dr Amanda Gutierrez said with digital games not listed as an example of a multimodal text in the Australian Curriculum for English, the lack of consensus among English teachers about the merit of using them in learning programs was understandable.
Catholics must not join Masonic groups, membership remains serious sin
The 1983 declaration states that Catholics enrolled in Masonic associations “are in a state of grave sin and may not receive Holy Communion.”
Plight of female migrant women highlighted in annual campaign
Australian Ambassador to the Holy See, Chiara Porro has this month joined with Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans Executive Officer Christine Carolan in promoting the launch of its 16 Days of Activism campaign, which focusses on women migrant workers vulnerable to exploitation.
Napoleon
Viewers out for sweeping spectacle will likely come away from director Ridley Scott’s latest historical epic – Napoleon – satisfied. But those seeking insight into the conquering French emperor’s personality will find there’s a hollow ring to star Joaquin Phoenix’s portrayal of him.
Celebrating 25 years of palliative care in the Murdoch community
The 2021 completion of a $5 million upgrade underscores the dedication of the St John of God Murdoch Hospice to providing exceptional facilities and high standards of care.
Former Senator emphasises importance of higher education, awarded Doctor of Laws
In being awarded with a Doctor of Laws from UNDA last Friday 24 November, OECD Secretary General the Hon Mathias Cormann spoke about the critical role universities play in building knowledge, skills, innovation and driving economic growth.
The overfunded ‘private’ school myth… again!
National Catholic Education Executive director Jacinta Collins has said there is also no ‘parity’ in school capital funding with Catholic school families and communities contributing nearly 90 per cent to build and maintain school facilities.
‘Poverty is a scandal,’ says Pope Francis; Christians must use gifts for charity
Among the 5,000 who filled the basilica for Mass were homeless persons and other people in need who were seated in the front rows near Pope Francis.
Advent reflection to shine spotlight on reality of modern slavery
The 2023 Advent Reflection on Modern Slavery on 2 December promises to be a beautiful and inspiring evening of readings and music featuring tenor Paul O’Neill, organist Andrew Brown and the St Elizabeth of the Trinity Choir conducted by Emma Oorschot.
St John of God Health Care unveils new model of maternity services
Under the new model, St John of God Mt Lawley Hospital maternity services will transfer to St John of God Subiaco Hospital to consolidate the group’s northern private services. There will be no changes to maternity services at St John of God Murdoch Hospital.
