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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Lillian Wallace celebrates 100 years of faith, family and life
Much loved and spritely Greenwood parishioner, Lillian Fitzsimons turned 100 years young on January 22, this year.
MOVIE REVIEW: Logan a gory portrayal of anger against his enemies
Moviegoers unwise enough to take in a showing of “Logan” (Fox), the 10th installment of the Marvel Comics-based X-Men series, will discover that the very first word of the dialogue is a four-letter one beginning with “F” and the last image of the film is sacrilegious.
BOOK REVIEW: Pilgrims story offers powerful insight into prayer
How do you pray without ceasing? Do you discuss every little decision you face during the day? Do you give God status updates every minute? Do you shut yourself away from human society altogether, and interact only with God?
MOVIE REVIEW: Silence
Directed and co-written (with Jay Cocks) by Martin Scorsese, “Silence” (Paramount) is a dramatically powerful but theologically complex work best suited to viewers who come to the multiplex prepared to engage with serious issues.
Luke celebrates 25 years of inspirational service at the altar
There has been great excitement at the community of Sacred Heart Parish in Thornlie following the commemoration of Luke McLachlan’s 25 years as an altar server.
MOVIE REVIEW: Scorcsese’s Silence not for the poorly catechised
Directed and co-written by Martin Scorsese with Jay Cocks, Silence (Paramount) is a dramatically powerful but theologically complex work best suited to viewers who come to the multiplex prepared to engage with serious issues.
MOVIE REVIEW: A United Kingdom
No, not the United Kingdom, though its government and colonial officials play a significant role in this story. Rather, this is the story of a kingdom in southern Africa, Bechuanaland, and a crisis, beginning in 1947 that ultimately led to the establishing of the independent country, Botswana.
Papal Blessing the icing on the cake after 50 years of marriage
Floreat Wembley parishioners Ivan and Barbara Colgan last year celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary with a particular honour, receiving a Papal Blessing which was presented to them by Parish Priest, Father Andrew Albis.
Catholic Women’s League in Morley celebrates 30th anniversary
The Catholic Women’s League in Morley have celebrated their 30th anniversary at the end of 2016.
Fr Growney’s life of service and generosity remembered at memorial service
Following a priestly career which spanned 30 years including service to Catholic communities across Australia and the United Kingdom, Reverend Father Peter Growney has been remembered as a kind man who always had time for others.
