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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
New Norcia Organ plays to the tune of 100th anniversary
Those present enjoyed a varied day of musical recitals, lectures on the history and special features of the instrument, and a fine lunch in New Norcia’s St Ildephonsus’ College.
Harmonious notes across borders: Perth’s young organists bring music to the Adelaide Hills
The musical journey took the young musicians from the Young Organists Programme based at St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth, across state borders to the enchanting landscapes of the Adelaide/Barossa Valley region. The pilgrimage was not merely a musical expedition but an odyssey into the history of the pipe organ.
CEWA group provide testimonials at completion of Spanish Camino
Catholic Education Commission of Western Australia Chair, Eva Skira AO, said she felt deeply encouraged by the positive attitudes of the eleven young Catholic teachers and staff who undertook this pilgrimage.
Child Protection Week 2023 to promote every child matters
Safeguarding Office Acting Director Barbara Blayney said as an Archdiocese and as individuals, we are faith-bound to offer children and their families any support and assistance they need to live in a safe and secure environment.
Online launch to celebrate the Season of Creation 2023
An ecumenical celebration, the Season of Creation is an opportunity for us all to express our shared commitment to the environment, with this year’s theme being ‘Let Justice and Peace Flow.’
2023 Orchestral Mass Fills Cathedral with heavenly melodies
This grand occasion brought together students from various schools, their dedicated teachers, forming a symphony orchestra and massed choir to harmoniously merge with the Cathedral choir, creating an awe-inspiring musical experience within the sacred precincts of the Cathedral.
Caviezel: ‘Sound of Freedom’ a ‘weapon of mass instruction’
In 2013, Tim Ballard and a team of former agents left the US Department of Homeland Security to form Operation Underground Railroad, a private foundation that assists international governments and US law enforcement in dismantling criminal trafficking organisations that target children.
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Perth pilgrims eager for a word of truth and encouragement during World Youth Day
Joining the 1.5 million youth were 104 pilgrims from the Neocatechumenal communities of the Archdiocese of Perth who attended the vigil and closing Mass during their 14-day pilgrimage; a time which will remain a memorial for many of the young people for the rest of their lives.
St John Bosco Relics to tour Perth
At the heart of these celebrations is a nationwide tour of the relics of St John Bosco, the 19th-century priest renowned for his commitment to the education and empowerment of underprivileged youth.
Bishops’ statement calls for ‘new engagement’ with First Peoples
This year’s statement, Listen, Learn, Love: A New Engagement with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Peoples, was launched in Western Sydney on Thursday morning by Bishop Vincent Long OFM Conv, Chair of the Bishops Commission for Social Justice, Mission and Service.
