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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Vision to relieve chronic pain takes step forward
The University of Notre Dame Australia’s bold vision to improve the quality of life for people experiencing chronic pain in the community through education and research has taken a step forward with the launch of a nation-wide search for a medical specialist to chair this initiative.
Requiem Mass for Father Pat Cunningham Celebrated at St Mary’s Cathedral
An atmosphere of dignified solemnity filled St Mary’s Cathedral this week as hundreds attended the Requiem Mass for Fr Pat Cunningham – a priest who played a significant role in the history of the Perth Archdiocese.
St Mary’s Carnarvon gets immersed in work for the poor
After a year of preparation, seven students and five adults from St Marys Star of the Sea Catholic School, Carnarvon, embarked on a journey earlier this year that would open their eyes and hearts.
CYM young adult’s retreat focuses on prayer
A retreat organised by Catholic Youth Ministry that focused on learning to pray and developing a better prayer life, proved successful for some 40 young adults.
St Charles’ prepares six seminarians for the Diaconate
The Archdiocese of Perth is anticipating a momentous occasion this week as six seminarians from St Charles’ Seminary, Guildford, will be ordained to the diaconate by Archbishop Timothy Costelloe on Friday, 7 November, at St Mary’s Cathedral.
New law society president to champion improved wellbeing of WA lawyers
Graduate of The University of Notre Dame Australia and current Senior Associate in the Herbert Smith Freehills Dispute group, Matthew Keogh has been elected President of The Law Society of Western Australia for 2015.
Rural placements open doors for nursing graduate
Nursing graduate Sasha Bailey appreciates the extensive hands-on experience she gained from her studies at The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Broome Campus which has seen her recently receive a graduate position at Royal Perth Hospital.
Typhoon affected students benefit from shoe box campaign
Thousands of shoeboxes filled with supplies to assist students with their education will be delivered to typhoon Hiayan affected youth and children in the Philipines, thanks to an initiative by Perth based charity organisation, Buckets for Jesus.
Organ Transplant at St Anne’s a Success
A concert commemorating the installation of one of Western Australia’s most historical organs took place at St Anne’s Church in Belmont on 5 October.
Young Talents Shine in Tournament of Minds
Our Lady of Grace School in North Beach has again outperformed and outsmarted its competitors in this year’s Tournament of Minds, a problem-solving competition for teams of students from both primary and secondary years.
