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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
2016 RCIA National Conference, Fr Chiera delves into multidimensional aspects of journey to Christ
It was a captivating and informative keynote presentation by Bunbury Diocese Vicar General, Father Tony Chiera, which officially set this year’s Christian Initiation Australia Network National conference in motion.
Catholic Mission steps up campaign against human trafficking
The powerful message that every person can make a difference in the fight against human trafficking has inspired more than 70 attendees at the second Is She Safe? gathering hosted by the Catholic Mission Perth Office.
The Duty to Disagree: Religion and Ethics website Editor speaks at Dawson Society
Editor of the Religion and Ethics website for the ABC, Scott Stephens, recently proposed for “recovering the art of moral disagreement” at the latest Dawson Society’s Speakers Forum.
Fr Peter Nguyen OP celebrates 25 year anniversary
Parish Priest of Our Lady of the Rosary in Doubleview, Father Peter Nguyen OP, recently celebrated the 25th anniversary of his ordination to the priesthood.
Digital technologies demand new approaches to education
Developments in information technology have given teachers and students the opportunity to learn in many different ways – and this is something the education system needs to harness, says Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) Head of Digital Transformation Aidan McCarthy.
MercyCare welcomes its newest aged care residents, staff and volunteers
Leading not-for-profit provider MercyCare recently welcomed its newest aged care residents, staff members and volunteers to the organisation, following the acquisition of four Belrose Care facilities.
Padre Pio a true servant of mercy, Pope Francis
Saint Padre Pio is a key example of someone who has given their entire life in the service of God’s mercy Pope Francis has said, but cautioned that there is only one reason he was able to do so: prayer.
Teens embark on adventure of Christianity at Catholic Youth Ministry camp
A record number of young people were called to rediscover Saint Pope John Paul II’s immortal words, “Life with Christ is a wonderful adventure”, at Catholic Youth Ministry’s annual Teens Camp last weekend.
From Perth convict to American Catholic media mogul: the story of the John O’Reilly
Born in County Meath, Ireland, in 1844, John Boyle O’Reilly joined the British army as a young man. This would’ve been fine with Her Majesty, except that O’Reilly also joined the Irish Republican Brotherhood.
Pallottine priest celebrates platinum jubilee of ordination to the priesthood
The 95 year old recently celebrated the 70 year ‘Platinum’ anniversary of his ordination with a Mass at Our Lady Queen of Apostles in Shelley and was officially congratulated by Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe for so many years of loyal and dedicated priestly ministry.
