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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
INTERNATIONAL: Mission success isn’t measured by numbers: Pope Francis
The Christian mission is not about numbers of converts, but about changing people and the world by being witnesses of God’s mercy and love, Pope Francis has told missionaries in Morocco.
INTERNATIONAL: Mary inspires, assists those seeking their vocation, says Pope Francis
Signing his document dedicated to young people, faith and discernment, Pope Francis said Mary, the mother of God, is a source of inspiration and strength for everyone who seeks to understand their vocation and remain faithful to it.
SPECIAL REPORT: Pope appoints new head of Personal Ordinariate in Australia
Pope Francis has last night Tuesday 26 March announced the appointment of Canadian priest Fr Carl Reid as the new Ordinary of the Personal Ordinariate of Our Lady of the Southern Cross.
SPECIAL FEATURE: Worn marble steps of Holy Stairs to be uncovered for public to climb
For the first time in 300 years, the marble steps of the Holy Stairs will be free from the thick wooden panels installed in 1723 to protect the stairs and left uncovered for the public.
Perth Catholic community prays for New Zealand following terrorist attack
Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has on Sunday 18 March prayed with special intentions for the victims, their families and friends of the New Zealand terrorist attack.
INTERNATIONAL: Pope Francis leads pilgrims in prayer for victims of New Zealand mosque attack
Pope Francis called on Christians to unite in prayer for the victims of two mosque attacks in Christchurch, New Zealand, that left 50 people dead and dozens wounded in one of the worst mass shootings in the country’s history.
INTERNATIONAL: Don’t waste time talking to the devil, says Pope Francis
When facing temptation, Christians should follow Jesus’ example by not engaging in fruitless talk with the father of lies, Pope Francis said.
Lent is time to let go of ‘destructive’ selfishness, says Pope Francis
The Lenten season is a reminder for Catholics that overindulgence ruptures communion with God, with others and with creation, Pope Francis said.
VATICAN SUMMIT: ‘Not just another meeting in Rome’
Thursday 21 February marks the beginning of the four-day Vatican summit regarding sex abuse, held at the Aula Nuova del Sinodo, which will focus on the themes of responsibility, accountability, and transparency.
INTERNATIONAL – Theodore McCarrick removed from the priesthood
By Cindy Wooden
Pope Francis has last weekend confirmed the removal from the priesthood of Theodore McCarrick, the 88-year-old former Cardinal and Archbishop of Washington.
The Vatican announced the decision on 16 February, saying he was found guilty of "solicitation in the sacrament of confession and sins against the Sixth Commandment with minors and with adults, with the aggravating facto...
