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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
A search for freedom down under – Cali Nathan tells his story of survival
The year 1983 saw the eruption of a 25-year civil war in in the island country of Sri Lanka that claimed the lives of an estimated 100,000 people. Fought by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), an organisation which sought to create an independent Tamil state called Tamil Eelam in the north and the east of the island, and the Sri Lankan government, the war ended with the defeat of LTTE in 2009.
Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials
The forecast is bleak in Maze Runner: The Scorch Trials (Fox). This adaptation of the second novel in James Dashner’s sci-fi trilogy about teens running for their lives in a post-apocalyptic world calls for a permanently dusty atmosphere with an unwelcome windfall of predatory zombies.
Perth doctor reviews life of privilege and grace before slowing down – Part 2
Dr Lachlan Dunjey, well-renowned Perth medical practitioner, recently met with eRecord journalist Marco Ceccarelli to discuss the highlights of his career and the new journeys he feels called to embark on.
Everest considers the emotional repercussions of risk taking
On 10 May 1996, two climbing teams were poised to scale the summit of Mount Everest from the south. One was from the aptly named outfit, Mountain Madness.
Perth doctor reviews life of privilege and grace before slowing down – Part 1
Dr Lachlan Dunjey, well-renowned Perth medical practitioner, recently met with eRecord journalist Marco Ceccarelli to discuss the highlights of his career and the new journeys he feels called to embark on.
90 Minutes in Heaven
As its title suggests, a trip to the pearly gates and back is the highlight of 90 Minutes in Heaven. Writer-director Michael Polish’s drama is based on the true story of a Baptist minister and his near-death experience.
Movie Review: Southpaw more melodramatic and less compelling
In the visceral boxing drama Southpaw (Weinstein), a seasoned trainer tries to convince a broken-down fighter that boxing is more mental than physical.
Prayer the ultimate weapon in Christian drama
Prayer becomes the ultimate weapon to save a young family in crisis in War Room. This Christian-themed drama is the latest offering from Alex and Stephen Kendrick, the fraternal team behind 2008’s Fireproof and 2011’s Courageous.
Trainwreck is very much… a train wreck
The self-deprecation in the title of this raunchy romantic comedy, a vehicle for stand-up comedienne Amy Schumer, is warranted.
Fra ‘Paddy’ Boyle remembered as a foundation builder of faith
Crowds of parishioners from across the Archdiocese gathered at St Anthony’s Parish Wanneroo recently in celebration of the life of Servite Father, Fra Patrick Boyle, who was also affectionately known as Paddy.
