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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Marist Brothers Bicentenary prompts reflection on St Marcellin’s mission
More than 150 people recently gathered at St Joseph’s Church in Subiaco to celebrate the Bicentenary of the Marist Brothers and their continuing dedication to “making Jesus Christ known and loved”.
2016-17 SOCIAL JUSTICE STATEMENT: ‘We who are growing old’ is all of us, says JEDO Director
Despite focusing on the opportunities and challenges posed by our ageing population, the message of the 2016-17 Social Justice Statement is just as relevant for young people as it is for the elderly, according to the Director of the Archdiocese of Perth’s Justice, Ecology and Development Office (JEDO), Carol Mitchell.
Sacred Heart Parish gathers for Advent Mission
The three Advent themes of preparing, waiting and receiving were recently thrust into the limelight by parishioners of Sacred Heart Church in Highgate as their Advent Mission event once again gained widespread popularity.
Misa de Gallo provides prayerful preparation for Christmas
The Misa de Gallo continues to grow in popularity within the Archdiocese of Perth, with several parishes celebrating the Filipino Catholic tradition in the lead-up to Christmas.
Fremantle Basilica hosts night of song and reflection in lead-up to Christmas
St Patrick’s Basilica in Fremantle welcomed 220 people to an inaugural evening of carols, sacred music and readings reflecting on the compassionate message of Christmas on 15 December 2016.
CHRISTMAS 2016: God offers Himself to us through the birth of Jesus, Archbishop Costelloe says
The choice of our mighty creator to appear to us as a vulnerable baby reveals God’s loving nature, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe has told thousands of worshippers who recently attended Christmas Masses at St Mary’s Cathedral.
Cribs – a creative way to tell the Christmas story
One of the more enduring traditions of the Christmas season which helps people reflect on the story of Jesus’ birth is the setting up of cribs, or nativity scenes, in the home or local Church.
Kolbe students welcome Christmas with carols and open-air Mass
Students from Kolbe Catholic College in Rockingham joined with Our Lady of Lourdes parish and Star of the Sea Catholic Primary School to present two vibrant events over Christmas to the local community.
Manning parishioners led into Christmas by Gospel dramatisation
St Pius X in Manning had a brief yet very significant addition to its recent Christmas Eve Mass which helped the congregation enter more deeply into the Christmas season. Celebrated by Parish Priest Fr Blasco Fonseca, the Mass featured a re-enactment of the Gospel by talented young parishioners of St Pius X and local school children.
Notre Dame graduates set to lead, contribute and prosper
The gifts, talents and hopes of more than 1000 Notre Dame graduates were celebrated at the University’s Graduation Mass and Ceremonies in Perth and Fremantle (12-14 December 2016).
