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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
PRAYING FOR A LASTING PEACE A statement from Australia’s Catholic Bishops
Remembering the long history that has led to the current violence in the Middle East is the first step to finding a way beyond the violence to a just end of the conflict.
‘This is the right moment’ to share Gospel joy, says Pope Francis
After almost a year of audience talks about “zeal for evangelisation” and highlighting the example of saints and other exemplary men and women from around the world, Pope Francis said his last talks in the series would focus on four points from his 2013 apostolic exhortation, The Joy of the Gospel.
Vocations Office Presents “We are all called by God” for Turrist Orationist Ministry
Turrist Orationist Ministry is an Indonesian Catholic Charismatic Youth Group and their name – Turrist Orationist Ministry – translates to Tower of Prayer in Latin. Based in the Archdiocese of Perth, the group currently minister to more than 150 active members and are growing.
WA Gov’t hands out rent relief for Western Australians in need
The $24.4 million Program will help financially vulnerable WA tenants remain in their private rental homes.
Under the Program, community service organisations like St Vincent De Paul Society WA will identify tenants in need through their existing services and networks and will assist those tenants in applying for relief.
New appointments for ‘passionate’ advocates of Catholic education
Catholic Education Western Australia Ltd Executive Director, Dr Debra Sayce has this week been appointed to the role of Head of Mission Enhancement for the Archdiocese of Perth, while current Deputy Executive Director Wayne Bull will become the new Executive Director of CEWA Ltd for 2024.
SPECIAL REPORT: Poor and disadvantaged remembered at annual LifeLink Christmas Appeal launch
Speaking at the 2023 Archbishop Annual Christmas Appeal launch, Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton has drawn on the message of Pope Francis who reminded Catholics around the world,
‘Do not turn your face away from anyone who is poor’.
Strengthening Life-Giving Work Globally: World Mission Month Celebration
At the heart of this World Mission Month appeal was the story of Sr Carolina and the Venilale community in rural Timor-Leste, as they face many health challenges such as tuberculosis and malnutrition.
Journey to Bethlehem
Swedish producer Adam Anders script, which he co-wrote with Peter Barsocchini, chronicles Mary (Fiona Palomo) and Joseph’s (Milo Manheim) effort to add personal commitment to their arranged betrothal.
Pope Francis encourages children to speak up, work for peace
In a celebration of life, peace, joy and harmony, thousands of children representing young people on every continent greeted Pope Francis during an afternoon event in the Vatican’s Paul VI hall.
$1 Million Endowment for Sir Frank Ledger Business Scholarship
UNDA Chancellor Hon Chris Ellison said The Sir Frank Ledger Trust Business Scholarship will ensure that Sir Frank Ledgers commitment to recognition, excellence and equity for Western Australian youth is fulfilled for generations to come.
