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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Marriage at the heart of God’s creative intention for humanity, says Archbishop
At a time when the whole meaning of marriage seems to be under question, it is important for us to remind ourselves that marriage is a deeply religious, deeply spiritual and profoundly sacramental reality, said Archbishop Costelloe this week at the celebration of the 2015 Annual Marriage Day Mass.
Help is at hand for aspiring uni students at Notre Dame’s Open Day Festival
Prospective university students will be able to get the advice they need as they consider their future course and career path options at The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Open Day Festival on Sunday, 16 August 2015.
Orchestral Mass highlights work of Australian composer George Palmer
The Archdiocese was last month honoured with a performance of Missa Benedictus Qui Venit from internationally acclaimed Australian composer, George Palmer, at a special Orchestral Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral.
Attendance at Cathedral Concert rises to musical heights
More than 150 people braved the weekend’s bad weather on Sunday evening, 9 August to be treated to a heartwarming musical performance at St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth.
Archbishop addresses questions from youth at Thornlie parish
Youth from Thornlie parish were last month given the opportunity to meet Archbishop Timothy Costelloe, in addition to presenting him with questions about current issues and topics.
St Mary’s Cathedral set to undergo repairs
The moisture issues that have been affecting St Mary’s Cathedral narthex and Baptismal areas will soon be addressed with renovation works beginning on Monday 10 August 2015.
Children encouraged to explore faith through catechesis
A religious formation program for three to six year olds recently implemented at Our Lady of Grace Parish in North Beach has proven so successful, organisers are now planning for the next stages of development.
True friendship the key to long marriage for Peter and Barbara
True friendship and remaining loyal to each other has been the key element for a long and lasting marriage for Peter and Barbara Boggon, who this month celebrate their 45th wedding anniversary.
Speaker series seeks to inspire more Catholic action
In a series of presentations beginning on 19 August, the Knights of the Southern Cross Western Australia (KSCWA) want to showcase the broad and inspiring outreach existing within the Catholic Church and to provide men with the opportunity to contribute positively to the community.
Camino de Merced a powerful spiritual and physical journey
A priority for Catholic Schools in Western Australia is to help awaken a sense of the sacred in their students. The concept of pilgrimage has long been a significant practice of Christians seeking to deepen their faith and sense of the sacred.
