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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Annual Mass acknowledging Volunteers in the Archdiocese of Perth
In his homily for the annual Mass for Volunteers, Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton expressed deep gratitude for the volunteers’ dedication and service. He began by sharing a personal anecdote from his high school science class, where the simple act of observing a candle flame revealed profound truths about observation and reflection.
Pay rise welcome but more needs to be done to address poverty
More than 2.6 million Australians have been granted a pay rise though this week’s decision by the Fair Work Commission (FWC) to raise the nation’s minimum wage. The approved increase of 3.75 per cent takes effect at the beginning of July. The minimum hourly rate will rise from $23.23 an hour to $24.10, or by $33 per week for a full-time worker.
St Mary’s Cathedral Vocal Ensemble: A Flourishing Young Choir Enriching Perth’s Catholic Soundscape
The members of the Vocal Ensemble come from varied backgrounds, including students and graduates from the Western Australian Academy of Performing Arts (WAAPA) and the University of Western Australia (UWA), as well as professional musicians and newcomers to the music profession.
St Mary’s Principal shares why Kimberley posting is a calling
Enriched by her personal journey, Coby said her hope for St Mary’s is for every child to receive a quality Catholic education which meets the needs of every student and family.
A Spirit of Togetherness: Embleton Parish celebrates 60 Years
Embleton Parish Priest Fr Patrick Toohey has reflected on the dual milestones being commemorated: “Last December we celebrated 50 years since we built the parish church; on May 19, we celebrated 60 years since our founding as a parish.”
New era of collaboration with Taiwanese university
The new Student Exchange Agreement commits each university to accepting exchange students for either an academic year or an academic semester, enhancing the educational experience and enriching the cultural understandings of students.
Corpus Christi procession is not sign of pride but invitation, says Pope Francis
When Catholics carry the Eucharist through the streets, “we are not doing this to show off or to flaunt our faith” but to invite others to share in the life that Jesus gives by making himself a gift, Pope Francis said.
HBF Run for a Reason 2024: A Record-Breaking Event with Catholic Youth Ministry
This year, among the diverse groups and individuals participating, a team from Catholic Youth Ministry in conjunction with Caritas Australia saw 16 enthusiastic entrants who ran and walked their way to the finish line.
Vocations Directors discuss challenges and opportunities at Perth gathering
The Archdiocese of Perth recently hosted a significant meeting of Vocations Directors from the Western and Central dioceses of Australia.
Coordinated by the Perth Vocations Office, the two-day gathering took place on 27 – 28 May 2024 at St Charles Seminary, thanks to the gracious invitation of the rector, Fr Francis Nguyen.
Reconciliation is an ongoing journey, says Bishop Gauci
“As we journey together, we must continue to heal from the past while also looking toward the future. We need to find effective ways to ensure the common good is shared by all people of this nation, especially our First Nations People,” said Chair of the Bishops Commission for Relations with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, Bishop Charles Gauci, as Australians marked National Reconciliation Week.
