The collaboration aims to enhance Catholic education in Western Australia by leveraging the strengths of both institutions in providing Catholic-based education and formation.

The appointment of new Vocations Committee Members Adam Phillips and Catherine Nguyen recognises the need to support the Office’s ongoing work in advancing its Vocations promotions, partnerships and assistance for anyone discerning to answer God’s call to love.

The heart of the Mercy Exchange lay in the open, engaging, discerning, and fruitful table conversations centred around the Mercy Charism and legacy.

Growing up, Ronita’s family faced many challenges. She grew up with her mum, who worked three jobs because Ronita’s father left their family.

Some 10 priests celebrated anniversaries of 25, 40, 50 and 60 years in 2023. They were honoured during the annual priests and clergy Mass on 29 November.

Embleton Parish Historian Jackie Marrapodi explained to The Record that the parish came into being on 1 March 1964, in an area which had been part of the Parishes of Bayswater, Bedford and Morley.

St Vincent De Paul Society National President Mark Gaetani has said the annual report by the AIHW is further confirmation that the country’s homelessness situation is exceedingly bleak and shows few if any signs of improving.

Jacob was partway through his final year exams at the Fremantle campus when an internship opportunity came up that would change the course of his life.

Cathedral Dean, Rev Dr Sean Fernandez distributes ashes, Wednesday 14 February at the 12.10pm Mass at St Mary's Cathedral, marking the start of the season of Lent. Photo: Ron Tan. Vicar General, the Very Rev Fr Peter Whitely, distributes ashes on Wednesday 14 February. Photo: Ron Tan. Cathedral Sacristan Frances Dennis distributes ashes on Wednesday 14 February. Photo: Ron Tan. Rev De...

In Perth, the launch of Project Compassion was held Tuesday 13 February at St Brigid’s Catholic College in Lesmurdie, with representatives from 65 schools across the state joining in online.