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
Homeless inspire Mandorla’s 2021 winning artist
A talented young artist from Maylands, Britt Mikkelson, has won some $25,000, taking out the Acquisitive Prize (sponsored by St John of God Health Care) in this year’s Mandorla Art Awards with a sculptural work representing the volume of homeless people in Australia, 8200 Souls.
Identitywa community celebrates Easter together
The Identitywa community recently came together for Mass celebrated by Fr Nino Vinciguerra on Saturday 10 April for Easter.
ACN International calls for prayers for Myanmar
In the face of escalating violence in Myanmar, Aid to the Church in Need International is calling upon Christians all over the world to pray.
Plenary Council Member Profile: Fr Vincent Glynn
Plenary Member Fr Vincent Glynn is the Archdiocese of Perth’s Vicar for Education and Adult Faith Formation
The eldest of the six children, a young Vincent attended early primary school firstly at Our Lady of Lourdes Nollamara and then as a foundation student at the new parish of St Gerard Majella, Mirrabooka. He was ordained a priest in December 1982 by Archbishop Goody in St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth.
The Record Magazine Issue 30 (April 2021)
Welcome to the second issue of The Record Magazine for 2021.
On our front cover for this Easter issue, we have an image supplied by the Department of Fire and Emergency Services/Evan Collins of the recent fires.
We speak with one of our agency directors about his family’s experience, as well as Eagles Nest caretaker Geof Bedells.
In celebration of this special season, we also loo...
Catholic Education WA celebrates 50 years together as a state-wide system.
Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) celebrates its 50th Anniversary as a single, state-wide system this year, with staff and distinguished guests at last fortnight’s event acknowledging past contributions that have enabled such a strong foundation for Catholic Education Western Australia’s future growth and success. The evening featured addresses by current CECWA Chair, the Most Reverend Gerard Holohan DD, Bishop of Bunbury and Dr Peter Tannock AM, former CEWA Director, CECWA Chair and UNDA Vice-Chancellor, as well as the screening of a short film sharing stories from past Catholic educators, system leaders and current students.
Kaye steps aside after 18 years as Doubleview Parish Pastoral Associate
Doubleview Parish’s recently-retired stalwart Kaye Shervington filled the role of Pastoral Associate and Office Manager during the administration of four parish priests from 2003 to 2021.
CSSWA Symposium 2021 themed ‘Walking with his People’
The national conference for Catholic social services will this year be WA-centric as Catholic Social Services WA will host two days of seminars to tackle societal issues.
$42,000 Mandorla Art Award opening to the public 20 March
The Mandorla Award for contemporary religious art has attracted some of the nation’s finest artists since its inception in 1985 including previous winner Julie Dowling who was named the most collectible artist in Australia shortly after her win in 2000.
Identitywa enters innovative relationship
Identitywa has last month signed a collaborative agreement that will result in the construction of six residential homes for Identitywa participants.
