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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
PERMANENT DEACONS 10TH ANNIVERSARY: A decade on, diaconal role continues to inspire in different settings
In 2006, 14 men were ordained to the Permanent Diaconate for the Archdiocese of Perth. A decade on, the Deacons talk to The eRecord about how their work as Deacons has inspired them.
Decades of community contribution honoured with Order of Australia medal
Two members of the Perth Archdiocese have been honoured for their long-standing dedication to community groups and initiatives, receiving the Order of Australia medal (OAM).
Santa Maria ‘privileged’ to work with Punmu Community
Santa Maria College has proudly celebrated a decade since it began its Punmu Immersion trip to the heart of the Pilbara.
A small group of staff and Year 11 students travel each year to the remote Aboriginal community of Punmu, 650km east of Port Hedland, where they spend a week interacting with the Martu people and working closely with the Rawa Community School.
Local CEOs work together to tackle homelessness
Homelessness is a growing issue in Western Australia, with more than 10,000 people around the state left without shelter, but St Vincent de Paul Society is aiming to alleviate this, with its recent Vinnies CEO Sleepout raising $675,000.
Catholic universities have a large role to play in 21st century education, says visiting scholar to Notre Dame
Catholic universities should be distinguished by their faith in God and care for others, their sense of purpose and their capacity to be authoritative without being authoritarian in order to be significant in today’s society, according to Sisters of St John of God Visiting Scholar for 2016, Monsignor Roderick Strange.
Parents encouraged to empower children with new protective behaviours workshops
Parents are being encouraged to empower their children to learn about their own protection and safety in a series of free workshops and a new video.
Mandorla Art Award 2016 winners offer insight into depth and beauty of religious art
Of the 44 artworks shortlisted for this year’s Mandorla Art Award, it was Megan Robert’s The Bread Basket at Emmaus – the Flesh returned to Word which was chosen as the worthy recipient of the St John of God Health Care Prize.
Archdiocesan leaders urged to promote Gospel values in wake of Royal Commission
The Chair of the Truth, Justice and Healing Council (TJHC), Neville Owen, has warned leaders in the Archdiocese of Perth that they face an “uncomfortable time” ahead as the Royal Commission prepares its wrap-up hearing on the Catholic Church.
2016 ANNUAL MARRIAGE DAY MASS: Lifelong Christian Marriage not just an ideal for a select few
Having a lifelong Christian marriage is not just an ideal for a select few, but something that can be possible for all, Pope Francis has said.
PERMANENT DEACONS’ 10TH ANNIVERSARY: Deacons guide parishioners through all stages of life with a caring and sympathetic approach
In 2006, 14 men were ordained to the Permanent Diaconate for the Archdiocese of Perth. A decade on, the Deacons talk to The eRecord about how their work as deacons has inspired them.
