Despite the progress made over the past decade, the stigma associated with mental illness still exists in our community Bishop Sproxton wrote in his Pastoral Letter. Photo: Ron Tan. The theme of this year’s Mental Health Week speaks strongly of who we are called to be as Church – a living vibrant Christian community of people supporting and walking with each other on our earthly journey tog...

Sr Marie-Chrissie of the Trinity OCD (centre), made her Profession of First Vows to the Discalced Carmelite Order. Photo: Feby Plando. By Josh Low The Discalced Carmelite community were filled with joy last weekend as they welcomed Sr Marie-Chrissie of the Trinity OCD, who made her Profession of First Vows to the Order. Held at the Carmelite Monastery in Nedlands on 29 September, Mass ...

An Indonesian soldier carries an elderly woman during an evacuation on 1 October after an earthquake and tsunami on Sulawesi Island. Photo: Antara Foto/Reuters. The Caritas international network is responding with emergency assistance in the aftermath of a powerful earthquake that rocked central Sulawesi, Indonesia on Friday 28 September. More than 1400 people are confirmed dead and thous...

Emmaus Community Chairperson Doris Matias and Brother Al Archer in the chapel of the new Gathering Space. Photo: Matthew Lau. By Matthew Lau More than 180 friends, family and members of the Emmaus Community were present for the opening of a new ‘Gathering Place’ on 26 September. The Emmaus Community is home to 52 members who battle with mental health issues. Founder Br Alan Archer, ...

Volunteers Ross Prout and Mr Peter Fry who introduced Circle of Men method to Catholic Homes. Photo: Supplied. By Theresia Titus Catholic Homes has launched a book titled Circle of Men at its Castledare Village facility in Wilson on 22 August. Almost 80 residents of Catholic Homes and their families attended the launch. Featuring heartfelt stories of 16 Catholic Homes’ male resident...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=V7NzEsm2IaM In an interview with The eRecord, Belinda opens up about her unique experience in Israel over Holy Week this year, as a recipient of the BJ Hickey Biblical Foundation Scholarship for 2018. Video by Josh Low.

Former war survivor Loung Ung speaking to 500 attendees at the MercyCare Oration held at the Hyatt Regency Perth on Thursday, 27 September. Photo: MercyCare. By Amanda Murthy “As a former refugee, I am simply grateful. “For truly it is in places like MercyCare, supported by people like you with a family believe that every person matters, and deserves to be treated with dignity. That we...

Newly appointed Executive Director of CEWA Dr Debra Sayce says she is looking forward to building on and strengthening the values that Catholic education has presented over the many years in WA. Photo: Jamie O’Brien. Newly appointed Executive Director of Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) Dr Debra Sayce says she is looking forward to building on and strengthening the values that Ca...

Jupiter Justin (left) and his fellow seminarians deep in their studies at the Redemptoris Mater Seminary library. Photo: Matthew Lau. By Matthew Lau “It will not fill our hearts if we keep standing by the window with the excuse of waiting for the right time, without accepting this very day the risk of making a decision. Vocation is today! The Christian mission is now” – Pope Francis. N...

Happy faces all-round as parishioners gather for a day of sporting activity. Photo: Mary Teo. By Matthew Lau The closest “England” will come to winning a World Cup this year happened at Yangebup Parish earlier this month. It finally “came home” at the parish’s inaugural Walking Soccer World Cup tournament on 15 September at the Mater Christi Church oval grounds. Catholics from acros...