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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
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.
Celebrating 125 years of hospitality, hope and healing
Speaking on the 125th anniversary of St John of God Subiaco Hospital Chief Executive Officer Tina Chinery said the Hospital is an iconic Western Australian organisation and one that many residents have a connection with.
“There are those who were born here or gave birth here, those who have been healed here, and those whose loved ones have been comforted here in their final hours,” Ms Chinery said.
Calling Single Men of Perth: What do you hear Jesus saying to you?
St Charles Seminary Rector Fr Francis Nguyen is inviting all single men from across the Archdiocese of Perth to a day of reflection to recognise the voice of Jesus in their life.
St John of God Health Care announces Bryan Pyne new Group CEO
Mr Pyne has extensive experience in health care, including more than 20 years at St John of God Health Care where he has held a range of senior executive positions within hospitals and at corporate head office.
SPECIAL REPORT: Archbishop Costelloe announces convening of Archdiocesan Assembly
Speaking in a Pastoral Letter released Tuesday 11 April, Archbishop Costelloe explained that the Assembly will consider the re-establishment of a Diocesan Pastoral Council.
Easter 2023: The precious gift of knowing and experiencing God’s love can set our hearts on fire, says Archbishop Costelloe
“God really is as close to us, and as compassionate and merciful towards us, and as loving, as Jesus proclaimed him to be,” Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has said, speaking during his homilies for Easter at St Mary’s Cathedral.
