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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
EASTER 2016: Christ is present, close to us, say Archbishop Costelloe
There are two words which can help us as we seek to allow the mystery of the Easter Vigil to enter into our own daily lives, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe told the congregation who last weekend gathered at St Mary’s Cathedral for the Easter Vigil.
Blessing of oils and renewal of promises: Chrism Mass 2016
As in previous years, the Chrism Mass hosted at St Mary’s Cathedral drew hundreds of people this year as clergy and laity renewed their promises of commitment to holiness of life and to service of the Church and society.
New Catholics find support through RCIA and Girrawheen Parish community
Despite coming from different backgrounds and having diverse reasons for joining the Catholic Church, former Catechumens Ian Donaldson and Shirlene Caldow have both found the experience of conversion an enriching and joyful one.
Vocational support finds a new home in Perth Archdiocese
The Archdiocese of Perth has reinforced its dedication to vocations – particularly to the diocesan priesthood – with the creation of a new Vocations Office in Victoria Square.
Rice proves right at Our Lady of Fatima Palmyra
Children have learnt about the messages of Lent in an innovative new way at Our Lady of Fatima Primary School in Palmyra, which introduced ‘Rice Days’ to give students a taste of what it is like to go without.
Riverton parish youth reflect on Lent with 24-hour fast
With Lent being a season of reflection, one local parish found a way to encourage this, gathering young people together through an overnight 24-hour fast at the beginning of the season.
Inaugural winner of the SJGHC Jennifer Stratton Scholarship
St John of God Health Care (SJGHC) has introduced a new scholarship for staff that offers an opportunity to walk in the footsteps of the group’s founding Sisters and patron saint.
WASO – Life-long dedication to Church music behind tenor’s success
When English-born tenor Richard Butler joined the West Australian Symphony Orchestra (WASO) for its first performance of St John’s Passion on 23 March, he brought with him a unique knowledge and history of Church music, nurtured since childhood.
Annual mass focuses on St Patrick’s encounter with God
The annual St Patrick’s Day mass brought an array of green to St Mary’s Cathedral in Perth, but also an acknowledgement of how the saint contributed to the Catholic faith in Ireland, based on his close relationship with God.
Hearts of stone turn to flesh at communal reconciliation
Priests and parishioners from across the Archdiocese of Perth came together to submit themselves to the power of God’s mercy, during a special liturgy at St Mary’s Cathedral this month.
