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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Innaloo-Karrinyup Parish renewal retreat highlights the importance of faith
More than 90 people attended a Parish Renewal Retreat held at Innaloo-Karrinyup Parish on 12 September, which was facilitated by Vicar General of Bunbury Diocese Father Tony Chiera.
Thirty-year milestone for Seton Catholic College, patron Saint honoured
Upholding its motto to “Seek Christ”, the proud community of Seton Catholic College celebrated its 30-year anniversary on 4 September.
New foundation stone for new Jurien Bay church building
Moora parishioners at Jurien Bay have this month gathered for the blessing and burying of its foundation stone, which marks the location of the much-anticipated church, on 6 September.
Identitywa’s Drew ticks off a life goal
Working towards independent living has been a major goal for 28-year-old Drew, supported by his parents Michelle and Vic.
Two adjacent Bateman Catholic schools explore process of amalgamation
At its August 2020 meeting, the Catholic Education Commission of Western Australia (CECWA) gave its approval for the beginning of a consultation process to explore the amalgamation of Corpus Christi College and Yidarra Catholic Primary School from two separate (adjacent) schools into one K-12 college.
The Shopfront opens new premises, delivering services with fairness and equity to everybody
The Shopfront, the Archdiocese’s social welfare service that started 20 years ago in Maylands, has new premises that were officially launched and blessed on 18 September.
Bishop Sproxton covers moral issues of assisted suicide to Iona students
Speaking on an issue vexing enough for experienced Christians to comprehend, let alone teenagers and students, Auxiliary Bishop Donald Sproxton visited Iona Presentation College last Thursday, 17 September, to give a presentation to Year 12 Religion and Life ATAR pupils on the topic of Voluntary Assisted Dying.
Catholic Performing Arts showcases gifts with prayer, song and dance
Catholic Performing Arts Festival participants and educators gathered on Thursday 17 September at St Mary’s Cathedral for a joyful celebration of the Liturgy of the Word.
State-wide commitment to zero per cent fee increases for 2021
Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) Executive Director Dr Debra Sayce has confirmed there will be no increase in tuition fees at CEWA-owned schools throughout the State for the 2021 year.
Hakea multifaith centre provides prison ministry to inmates of all beliefs
The Archdiocesan Catholic Prison Ministry, in conjuction with the Department of Justice, has opened a new multi-faith worship centre at Hakea Prison, Perth’s maximum-security jail in Canning Vale, WA.
