In excess of 200 submissions were received from Catholic people responding to the key question,
How is the Holy Spirit calling us to be more open-hearted to the challenges of mission in our diocese today?

The project includes a $7.5 million contribution from the Cook Government to fund 28 new social homes on the site, providing long term housing for people exiting homelessness in the form of self-contained apartments.

As newly appointed Director of Vocations, Fr Joseph Laundy, and Redemptoris Mater Seminary Vice-Rector, Fr Josue Quej Moran step into their new roles, both leaders are committed to nurturing and supporting those called to serve.

Fr Vincent closed his address with a heartfelt thank you to all women for their pivotal role in the lives of all Archdiocesan parishes, especially in the transmission of the faith in sacramental programs and formation groups.

Born in Kolkata, India, to Eva and Gerald Henry, (Fr) Lionel was one of five children, with three sisters and a brother. His early years were marked by spirited adventures, such as skipping classes at St John Berchmans School to play marbles.

Leading up to a historical first Assembly of a Synod for the Diocese of Geraldton, listening sessions have been held which has given rise to a working document that will form the basis of the Assembly.

Recalling the inauguration of Redemptoris Mater Perth, Rector Fr Michael Moore said today all of us, filled with wonder and awe, reap and enjoy the fruits of a small seed sown, in one of the most isolated cities of the world, on the night of 15 August 1994.

Catholic Mission Director Francis Leong reflected on how as a sign of the times, grandparents are called upon more often to look after their grandchildren and even great grandchildren.

The majority of Australia’s homeless are not sleeping in doorways or tents in parks, but in less conspicuous settings, such as cars, couch-surfing or low-cost boarding houses or motels.

It’s a STEMsation! St Joseph’s School hosts young scientists for National Science Week