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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Pope Francis proposes Lenten resolution: Keep your eyes on Jesus
Reflecting on the day’s Gospel reading from St Mark, Pope Francis said that Jesus’ transfiguration – when he radiated before his disciples in a dazzling white light – “reveals to them the meaning of what they had experienced together up to that moment.”
Notre Dame and the Catholic Institute of Western Australia announce historic partnership
The collaboration aims to enhance Catholic education in Western Australia by leveraging the strengths of both institutions in providing Catholic-based education and formation.
Vocations Office welcomes two new and passionate committee members
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.
Embracing the Legacy: The Inaugural Mercy Exchange of 2024
The heart of the Mercy Exchange lay in the open, engaging, discerning, and fruitful table conversations centred around the Mercy Charism and legacy.
Caritas Australia helps a young mother in the Philippines finish her education
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.
Hundreds of years of dedication honoured at annual priests and clergy celebration
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 celebrates 50th anniversary of Holy Trinity Church
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.
New Homeless Report is another Wake Up on Housing Crises
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 taking his chances on the basketball big stage
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.
Ash Wednesday marks start of Lent for 2024
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.
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