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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
St Kieran’s Primary Marks Century of ‘Constant and Faithful’ Tradition
From humble beginnings 100 years ago as a small school with 16 students, St Kieran Catholic Primary School has grown into the heart of its community as an inner-city school of more than 475 students. By Matthew Lau.
Snakes, Self-Defence and Sacred Theology: An Unconventional Combination
Professor Ogilvie has been a lecturer in theology for 30 years. He has been a certified self-defence instructor since 2011 and a qualified venomous snake catcher since 2016.
It’s an unconventional combination.
Saint Teresa of Calcutta Church Dedicated and Blessed
Baldivis has gained a new church, with the Dedication of the St Teresa of Calcutta Church on Sunday, 16 May. Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB together with Archdiocesan priests were present along with hundreds who witnessed the momentous occasion. By Amanda Murthy
Making Jesus Real
Making Jesus Real is not a program nor an alternative to our RE units (this is a common misconception), it is meant to accompany the teaching of RE:
MJR is a Christian way of life and easily complements our RE units.
“You are Peter, and on this rock I will build my Church.” (Matthew 16:18)
Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB spoke these words in a recent homily for the opening of the Baldivis Parish St Teresa of Calcutta Church
Perth Catholic volunteers shine in 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours
Perth Catholic community members Danny Murphy AM and Dr Betsy Buchanan OAM were among the recipients of the Queens Birthday Honours announced on 13 June by Governor-General David Hurley.
Mercedes College kick goals by promoting inclusiveness in sport
Mercedes College is involved in a pilot programme through WA All Abilities Football, leading the way in promoting inclusiveness in sport.
Schoenstatt’s May Pilgrimage themed ‘Mary with St Joseph sanctify our Family’
The Schoenstatt Shrine community walked its May Pilgrimage themed “Mary with St Joseph sanctify our family!” on Sunday, 23 May.
Australian YCS launches a Catholic response to the pandemic
A five-session enquiry for students which explores the impact of the COVID-19 Pandemic and what can be done about the ongoing consequences has been launched by the Young Christian Students.
Centacare’s Peter Le named in 2021 Lawyers of the Year
Centacare board member Peter Le has last month been award a 2021 Lawyers of the Year accolade for his profound contribution to the profession and the community.
