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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
What does a slavery-proofed parish look like?
Three parish priests are examining what a ‘slavery-proofed’ parish would look like and how to implement slavery-free parish morning teas during 2022.
With the support of their parish community, they plan to start the project on February 8, which is the feast day of Saint Josephine Bakhita, Patron Saint of victims of modern slavery and human trafficking.
Identitywa commence new year with opening of new accommodation
The Identitywa community gathered for their annual Christmas Mass for the first time since the start of the COVID-19 pandemic and then on Tuesday, 20 January, the Archdiocesan agency also officially opened two new homes to meet the needs of the people they serve. By Amanda Murthy.
CSSWA Symposium highlights need for community to do more
The inaugural Catholic Social Services Western Australia Symposium ‘Walking with his people’ held on 24 and 25 November at Newman Siena attracted a wide range of speakers from leaders within the Catholic welfare service delivery.
Draw Near Project aids Council for Asylum Seekers, Refugees and Detainees
By Vivian D’Almeida
Close to the
end of June, Our Lady of Lourdes (Nollamara) Primary School and Parish were
invited by the West Australian Catholic Migrant & Refugee Office (WACMRO)
to join and participate in the Draw Near Project.
Deacon Greg Lowe ran a Draw Near Faith Retreat for staff and parish representatives. Photo: Supplied.WACMRO’s Draw Near Project was successful, and the ...
CSSWA Symposium emphasises more can be done to highlight the voices of women and children
The inaugural Catholic Social Services Western Australia (CSSWA) Symposium, ‘Walking with His people’ held on 24 and 25 November at Newman Siena Centre, attracted a wide range of speakers from leaders within the Catholic welfare service delivery. Two of those speakers, Archdiocese of Perth Safeguarding Office Director Andrea Musulin and Centrecare Inc Director Tony Pietropicollo AM.
Working towards an Individualised Living Option for Maeve
Parents of Identitywa recipient Maeve, Brian and Heather can plan their 22-year-old daughters future, thanks to the on-going support of Identitywa and their Individualised Living Option (ILO). The parents say, that without the support, they would not be able to manage Maeve’s transition to independent living.
Centre for Faith Enrichment announces New Pathway program partnership with UNDA
A Pathway Program developed by the University of Notre Dame (UNDA) and the Archdiocesan Centre of Faith Enrichment (CFE) will give those who want to learn the basics of theology, or who want to deepen their existing knowledge of theology, an opportunity to pursue an education leading to a possible career in pastoral ministry. Photo: Sourced.
The University of Notre Dame (UNDA) is partnering...
Pastoral response to Domestic Violence addressed in latest resource
Safeguarding Office Director Andrea Musulin launched the new resource “A Pastoral Response to Domestic Violence” at the Catholic Social Services Western Australia symposium on 25 November 2021. Photo: Sourced.
“On average,
every week one woman dies because of family violence; one of four children
experience the fear and distress of witnessing their mother being abused.”
These were
some o...
Families encouraged to pick up reflective journal this Advent
The Archdiocese’s Centre for Life Marriage & Family (CLMF) has recently introduced its latest resource – an Advent reflection journal – which aims to aid in spiritual enrichment among the faithful as Christmas draws near.
Lots to celebrate for the Identitywa Community
Identitywa’s 2021 Annual Review Night was an opportunity for staff and affiliates to connect, receive progress updates and award staff for their contribution and service to the community.
