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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Family prayer group aims to foster a culture of communication with God in the home
Nurturing a culture of prayer in the home can be a great boost to Catholic families, and can help reinforce what children learn about God in school and the local parish, says Perth group, Family Prayer Ministry.
Radio personality Eoin Cameron farewelled at St Mary’s Cathedral
More than 500 family, friends, colleagues and fans gathered earlier this month at St Mary’s Cathedral to farewell ABC radio broadcaster, Eoin Cameron.
Family life and its challenges the focus of Focolare retreat
A recent two-day program in Rockingham brought together members of Perth’s Focolare Movement for discussion, workshops and other activities focusing on the family and some of the challenges posed to family life by circumstances such as illness and disability.
Knit one, purl one: yarn bombing comes to Lathlain
Seniors at Mercy Place Lathlain have been busy unravelling the mysteries of yarn bombing - and adorning the home with their intricately knitted creations.
The seniors - all residents at the not-for-profit residential home - took up the hobby earlier this year, following in the footsteps of the thousands of people worldwide who have become involved with the global yarn bombing movement.
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Parish dinners bring community together in Baldivis
Building community spirit among the Catholic community – particularly in a new area – can be a challenge for many priests, but Baldivis Parish Priest, Father Geoff Aldous, has found an innovative way of doing so.
New initiative sees Catholic Education WA forge new paths in teaching and learning
Innovation is ideas, plus implementing them.
Academic lecture sheds new light on Jesus’ impact on society
Senior Fellow at Melbourne’s Catholic Theological College, Professor Francis Moloney SDB, captivated an attentive audience at the Centre for Faith Enrichment on 20 May, delivering a lecture on the message of John 13; in particular, the foot washing and the gift of the morsel.
More than 20 years of disability advocacy prove an inspiration for Jocelyn
When Jocelyn Versace stepped down recently from her role as Senior Regional Coordinator with Personal Advocacy Service (PAS), she left a legacy of dedication and inspiration over more than two decades of service.
School pride reigns as Sacred Heart wins GoGospel Clash of the Choirs Competition
The Sacred Heart Thornlie Youth Choir had much to celebrate on 11 June after it was announced as the proud winner of the prestigious GoGospel Clash of the Choirs Competition.
Seton Catholic College opens door to Year of Mercy
Seton Catholic College has erected doors on the face of its chapel to remind students and staff to seek out a Holy Door and participate in the Jubilee Year of Mercy.
