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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
New icons speak of the face of the Father’s mercy
Speaking Sunday evening 30 April at the blessing of the new icons at Redemptoris Mater Seminary, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB reflected on the Gospel reading of Matthew 25: 31-46, emphasising the call to be the face of the Father’s mercy.
A Passage of Hope for Young Girls in Timor-Leste
Amidst the challenges of unemployment and a lack of qualified employees in rural areas like Venilale, the school offers hope to the younger generation, particularly for younger girls.
Salvado’s new facilities to enhance learning skills
The college community, Catholic Education Western Australia (CEWA) representatives, and guests gathered for the blessing and opening of stages 3, 3a and 3b of the college’s construction project on Thursday, 16 March.
Doubleview Parish to celebrate 50th anniversary
Members of Perth’s school and parish communities, especially any who have a past association with Doubleview, are warmly invited to attend any of the upcoming as part of the 50th anniversary celebrations.
Free mental health training for students at Notre Dame
The nationally accredited course will teach students how to respond to people who are experiencing a mental health crisis, giving them the confidence to start a conversation that could save a life.
Catholic Mission announces the theme for 2023: “Hearts on Fire, Feet on the Move”
Catholic Mission’s National Director, Fr Brian Lucas, expressed enthusiasm for this year’s theme, saying, “Pope Francis has given us a powerful and inspiring message. It is an invitation to walk together on the path of peace, hope and creation.”
Applecross Parish commits to combatting Modern Slavery
The faith formation and social education session at St Mary’s Cathedral saw 17 participants enjoy a morning tea while learning about the church response to modern slavery and what they could do as individuals to assist.
Parents called to maximise benefits and minimise risks in cyber safety workshop
“As the trusted adults in our children’s lives we can support them to maximise the benefits and
minimise the risks,” Perth Archdiocese Director of Safeguarding Barbara Blayney has said, ahead of a workshop for Cyber Safety and Digital Wellness.
Newly ordained Nicholas Diedler called to do the will of the One who sent him, says Archbishop Costelloe
In ordaining Perth born Deacon Nicholas Diedler to the Priesthood, Friday 24 March at St Mary’s Cathedral, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe explained that it is God who has given us the gift of the ordained ministry as an indispensable ministry of service to God’s holy people.
A Tiny Town Like No Other: New Norcia in final run for Top Tourism Town Award
As one of six finalists for the Tiny Tourism Town award, the vote is now put to the public to determine the winner.
