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Francis, ‘the Pope of tenderness,’ had ‘a heart operating’ on God’s frequency
Over the course of his 12 year pontificate, Pope Francis never relented in his ap-peals to world leaders and ordinary citizens to treat migrants humanely.
SPECIAL REPORT: “We Mourn and We Weep”: Archbishop Costelloe leads Perth Catholic community in farewell to Pope Francis
In the presence of some 1500 mourners, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB spoke about the deep pastoral heart of Pope Francis—someone who sought not to be an untouchable figurehead, but a fellow pilgrim. By Jamie O’Brien.
STATEMENT: Death of Pope Francis
Most Rev Timothy Costelloe SDB DDArchbishop of Perth
21 April 2025
In this unprecedented moment in time following the death of our Holy Father, Pope Francis, I wish to share with you my thoughts on his extraordinary life and ministry.
The Holy Father passed away at Casa Santa Marta at 7:35am local time in Rome on Monday, 21 April 2025. While it does not come as a surprise given th...
Christ’s resurrection is the ultimate testament to the triumph of hope over despair, of life over death, says Archbishop Costelloe
By Archbishop Timothy Costelloe
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
As we draw nearer once again to the celebration of Easter, I invite you to reflect with me, in this Jubilee Year of Hope, on the words of Saint Paul who assures us that "Hope is not deceptive because the love of God has been poured into our hearts by t...
Our world is in desperate need of the Gospel message, says Bishop Don Sproxton: 2025 Easter Message
By Bishop Don Sproxton
Bishop Don Sproxton blesses a child during the Mass for the Day of the Unborn Child, Saturday, 5 April at St Mary's Cathedral. Photo: Ron Tan.
As we come together to celebrate Easter, we are reminded of the central truth of our faith: Jesus Christ is risen! This moment, the Resurrection, is not simply an event of the past but a living reality that continues to tran...
‘The Chosen: Last Supper’ opens strong at Aussie Box Office ahead of Easter
Director Dallas Jenkins and Actor Jonathan Roumie, who plays Christ in the series "The Chosen," are pictured on the set from Season 5. Beginning March 27, the new season of the hit series, which focuses on the life of Jesus and his closest disciples, will hit theatres in the weeks leading up to Easter, which is 20 April. The season will debut later in 2025 on streaming services. Photo: OSV New...
Inaugural Reflection Day inspires students on the meaning of a vocation
Co-ordinated and led by the Vocations Office, the Reflection Day brought together clergy, religious sisters, Vocations Office staff and Catholic Youth Ministry (CYM) youth leaders to guide students through engaging discussions, interactive games, and personal testimonies.
Br Noel Hickey at 100: I always tried to give my best
Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB visited Br Noel at Little Sisters of the Poor Glendalough to mark the occasion with morning tea. Photo: Archdiocese of Perth.
Marist Brother Noel Hickey has last month celebrated his 100th birthday marking a century defined by unwavering dedication to education, faith, and service.
Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB visited Br Noel at Little Sis...
Notre Dame researchers tackle Indigenous energy poverty
Researchers from the University of Notre Dame Australia are exploring solutions to energy poverty in remote Indigenous communities – a problem that sees some of Australia’s most vulnerable left without power in extreme heat for days on end.
Catholics have vital role in shaping Australia’s future
Australian Catholic Bishops Conference President and Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, commended the statement to all people of good will.
