Her early life in Myanmar was marked by a close connection to her parish, where she discovered her love for music and service.

Former South Perth Parish Priest Fr Michael Casey will be remembered for his practical nature that always ensured no one’s time was wasted, in addition to his devotion to his parishioners, his humble spirit, and his unwavering commitment to serving God’s people.

A key leader of the development and workings of the Assembly, Fr Vincent spoke about the task of listening and discernment in the light of Lumen Gentium. Photo: Samuel Chan/Archdiocese of Perth. The church is on a journey and that journey is to proclaim God's love and to proclaim Christ to a world in 2024, Vicar General, the Very Rev Fr Vincent Glynn has said. More than 100 delegates fro...

Perth’s The Record Magazine makes history as recipients of 2024 Bishop Kennedy Award The judges’ comments were glowing for the already award-winning magazine, noting each edition of The Record Magazine is expertly designed and features high-quality content. The Record Magazine, together with its counterpart The eRecord, also has a significant readership nationally and internationally, particularly to the parishes and schools of fellow WA dioceses Broome, Bunbury and Geraldton. More than 50 Catholic media and communications professionals gathered for the annual awards night, recognising excellence in Catholic media across Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific. In 2024-25, the ACPA also has a new Executive, with Archdiocese of Perth Manager, Communications and Editor of The Record, Jamie O’Brien taking on the role as President.

The evening was further enriched by guest speaker Shirley Eldridge, who captivated the audience with insights from her newly launched book, Woman For Sale, shedding light on the realities of trafficking and exploitation.

Catholic Earthcare Coordinator, Alice Carwardine, for Caritas Australia, said as Catholics we are called by God, and the writings of Pope Francis, to show greater care for our common home.

It was during his time in Kalgoorlie that former Claremont Parish Priest Fr Wayne Davis received his calling to the priesthood, a moment that was no surprise to those who knew him well.

This year, students are learning about the work of mission in Mongolia and the reality of the people living there.

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.