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.

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.

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.

The University of Notre Dame Australia (UNDA) continues its research in medical cannabis for eligible patients with dementia despite the many issues around borders, importing medical supplies, lock downs, and the obstacles of getting into aged care facilities to reach patients.

The Archdiocese of Perth presented ten people with the 2021 BJ Hickey Biblical Foundation scholarship on Friday, 26 February, at Saint Mary’s Cathedral. The scholars will use the award to fund their various biblical courses locally, nationally, and online. By Amanda Murthy.

Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has last week welcomed and supported the conversion journey of 43 catechumens and 35 candidates from various parishes from across the Perth Archdiocese, who seek to be fully initiated into the Catholic Church in 2021.

Baldivis Parish is set to hold a five-day Parish Mission from 17 to 21 March at Mother Teresa Church, celebrating Saint Teresa of Calcutta’s life and spirit.

Caritas Australia’s Social & Ecological Justice Animator WA/SA Deacon Paul Reid shares some insight about what it is like to be a Caritas Australia leader, how Project Compassion affects the wider community and why it is important to be more. By Theresia Titus and Amanda Murthy.

Oliva, 22, could not read, write or count, and her business was losing money. Then she attended Caritas Australia-supported literacy and numeracy classes and set up a home classroom to teach her neighbours.

The Academy is
about to launch for another year, and applications are closing soon. For five years,
the academy has provided formation and training for aspiring young leaders,
impacting over 60 schools and parishes across the Archdiocese of Perth.