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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
$42,000 Mandorla Art Award opening to the public 20 March
The Mandorla Award for contemporary religious art has attracted some of the nation’s finest artists since its inception in 1985 including previous winner Julie Dowling who was named the most collectible artist in Australia shortly after her win in 2000.
Identitywa enters innovative relationship
Identitywa has last month signed a collaborative agreement that will result in the construction of six residential homes for Identitywa participants.
Reopening of Cathedral House Gardens, a gesture to welcome community
The Cathedral House completed in 1856, functions as a residence for the Archbishop’s and Cathedral clergy’s residence, and Cathedral office. Its’ garden will now serve as a place the public can come and relax, reflect and enjoy the gift of nature in this historic space. By Amanda Murthy.
Perth Irish Catholics honour St Patrick, tribute dearly departed
Unable to return to their homeland over the past 12 months to pay their respects, this year’s St Patrick’s Day Mass was an opportunity for Perth Irish Catholics to pray for their departed loved ones in Ireland.
Project Compassion 2021: Independent living for Halima
Halima is raising two children under seven in Bangladesh’s sprawling Cox’s Bazar refugee camp, while caring for her mother who has a disability. Widowed at just 21, she fled escalating violence in Myanmar’s Rakhine State in 2017 and arrived at the camp with nothing.
Parish Pastoral Council Formation Program created to benefit parishes, agencies
About 50 clergymen and laypeople attended the first PPC consultation meeting, held in Bateman Parish’s function hall on Saturday 6 March.
Redemptorist Monastery sets to serve as venues for Fremantle Chamber Orchestra performance
The Fremantle Chamber Orchestra (FCO) will fill the resonant spaces of the Redemptorist Monastery in North Perth with the glorious sounds of symphonic music on Saturday 14 March, showcasing the extraordinary talent of WA musicians.
Faith knowledge is power, ten lay faithful accept 2021 BJ Hickey Scholarship
2021 BJ Hickey Biblical Foundation scholarship award winners Isiah Boylen, Indigo Hurleigh-Craig, and Judy Castellino speak candidly with The Record on how they intend to use their knowledge and skills gained from their biblical studies to minister to the people of God. By Amanda Murthy.
Perth Archdiocese recognises and celebrates women of the Church
The role of women in the Church’s history and now, was celebrated by the Archdiocese of Perth – recognising the endless contributions of those serving within the context of Catholic Churches, parishes, schools, hospitals and religious sisters who play a significant role in living out their vocation, in Australia and around the world. By Amanda Murthy.
Mercedes College: First college founded by Mercy Sisters in Australia celebrates 175 years
The Mercedes College community gathered on 9 March to commemorate 175 years since the college was founded by Mercy Sisters on 2 February 1846. The celebrations began with a Mass, followed by a range of art and fun activities throughout the day. By Amanda Murthy.
