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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
LIFELINK WINTER APPEAL 2020: An opportunity to be a disciple of Christ
Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB officially launched his 2020 Winter Appeal for LifeLink on 4 May, amidst the Coronavirus pandemic, reminding the faithful that although it would be easy to give up, the temptation to panic must not lead to an “abandonment of our Christian hope, and for our trusting faith” in the providence of God.
Friendships flourish during social restrictions at Mercyville
Strong friendships are flourishing at Mercy Health’s Mercyville aged care facility with young students from a local school, despite the current restrictions of the COVID-19 pandemic
ASCENSION SUNDAY: Archbishop Costelloe: ‘Always have one eye fixed on Heaven’
The Solemnity of the Ascension, celebrated by Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB on 24 May, served as “a great reminder of the precious gift of life and the reward of eternal life, offered by Jesus to His people”.
SPECIAL REPORT: Yusliana finds assurance in Church, faith, during uncertain times
With baptisms and other sacraments postponed across the Archdiocese, Indonesian Catholic Community Perth (ICCP) member Yusliana has not felt discouraged
Story Time with Safeguarding: I’ve got a Feeling
Archdiocesan Safeguarding Office Director Andrea Musulin has this week released the second video in her new video series, Story Time.
Shelter Me: a song for the soul
Singing, that joyful release of the emotion overflowing from a soul just bursting with praise, is probably one of the furthest things from most people’s minds as they came to grips with COVID-19, yet for Father Michael Joncas, the need for praise and worship during this time seemed vital.
International outreach across the Atlantic: Prayer and Liturgy in isolation
No corner of the world has gone untouched by COVID-19 and it was the spiritual fallout of the virus, the result of Churches being closed and communal gatherings banned, that was the focus of the recent webinar – “Prayer and Liturgy in Isolation” – targetting what Catholics can do to keep their faith alive and vibrant at home.
SPECIAL REPORT: Australia to be entrusted to the care of Mary Help of Christians
As the COVID-19 pandemic continues to affect Australians’ lives, including their worship, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB will this weekend join with with Bishops from across Australia in entrusting the country to the care of Mary Help of Christians on her feast day.
SPECIAL REPORT: New dates set for 2020 Plenary Council Assemblies
The two assemblies for the Fifth Plenary Council of Australia will now take place in October 2021 and April 2022, following the disruption of the original schedule due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Sixth Sunday of Easter: ‘Have courage and embrace the gift of the Holy Spirit’, says Archbishop Costelloe
Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has encouraged Perth Catholics across the Archdiocese to bravely follow the Lord’s commandments and welcome the gifts of the Holy Spirit during the Mass for the Sixth Sunday of Easter.
