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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
EXCLUSIVE – Archdiocese of Perth to launch new magazine: The start of a new era in how the Gospel is delivered is on its way
A new, bi-monthly magazine is set to be launched by the Archdiocese of Perth this Easter.
Catholic Health Australia welcomes new Chair of the Board
Catholic Health Australia (CHA) has welcomed newly appointed Chair of the Board, Mr Tony Howarth AO.
National project to investigate the public value of Aboriginal organisations
The University of Notre Dame Australia is leading a four-year national research project to investigate how Aboriginal organisations in the Kimberley region of Western Australia deliver value in their communities and to the wider public, whilst still remaining true to their cultural origins.
Perth Catholics called to unite in reconciliation for Year of Mercy
Catholics across the Archdiocese will next month be given a unique opportunity to experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation at a special liturgy for the Year of Mercy.
Archdiocese Plan Update: ‘A people walking together in the footsteps of the Good Shepherd’
We are delighted to report that there was a tremendous response to the Consultation Phase, officially launched by Archbishop Costelloe SDB in September of 2015.
More than 150 candidates respond to God’s call to faith
The beauty of Christian initiation came alive last month when 165 people responded to God’s call to faith at the Rite of Election ceremony at St Mary’s Cathedral.
YEAR OF MERCY SPECIAL FEATURE: Schoenstatt shrine enriched by opening of Holy Door
Having a Holy Door installed at their shrine has been described by WA’s Schoenstatt community as an honour reflecting the merciful nature of their founder Joseph Kentenich and the spiritual importance of the shrine itself.
Sod turns on Vinnies new home
The St Vincent de Paul Society in WA last month celebrated an exciting milestone with a sod turning ceremony marking the start of works on its new home in Canning Vale.
Stitches in waiting room ease patients’ anxiety
Patients waiting for surgery at St John of God Murdoch Hospital are enjoying the skills of three talented weavers who are interpreting an artwork by Perth artist Elizabeth Marruffo in a waiting room at the hospital.
On the threshold of a new beginning: five men to be ordained priests
As the Jubilee Year of Mercy enters its fourth month, the Catholic community of Perth continues to be presented with joyful occasions which reflect the mercy of God within this Archdiocese. Having served for a time as deacons, five more men will soon be ordained into the priesthood. In an interview with journalist Marco Ceccarelli, Deacons Matthew Hodgson, Truc Nguyen, Giovanni Raffaele, Rodrigo Da Costa Ponte and David Nieves recently spoke about their ministry.
