Caritas Australia CEO Kirsty Robertson has said that the famine in Ethopia, Kenya and Somalia are some of the worst in this lifetime.

The international humanitarian organisation is taking its Make Hunger History campaign to parishes and schools across Australia to raise funds for its Africa Food Crisis Appeal.

Cathedral Director of Music Jacinta Jakovcevic has this week highlighted that despite the challenges presented by COVID and with only six week preparation, more than 60 students and teachers participated in the annual Orchestral Mass.

Former Deputy Director of Catholic Education and Mercy Sister Joan Buckham RSM will be remembered for her dedication and commitment to education, serving as Principal at numerous schools and colleges, including Our Lady of Lourdes Nollamara, Ursula Frayne College and Aranmore College.

Australian Ambassador to the Vatican Her Excellency Chiara Porro has this week met with Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB.

Ambassador Porro is currently visiting Australian Bishops and their diocese, following her appointment to the role in August 2020.

In a Pastoral Letter released this week Wednesday 27 July, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB highlighted that in the two formal Assemblies of the Plenary Council, and in the many years of preparation, there has been a recognition that, in spite of the many failures and limitations of individual Catholics and of Catholic communities, the Church remains a powerful force for good in our society.

Notre Dame offers WA’s only re-entry to practice course for nurses (including those who gained their qualifications overseas), which enables them to register with the Nursing and Midwifery Board of Australia.

Vicar for Education and Faith Formation Fr Vincent Glynn has last week encouraged those in attendance at the opening Praise and Worship celebration for the 33rd Spirit of the Arts Festival at St Mary’s Cathedral, Thursday 21 July, to always “put on Christ” in all their undertakings.

Former Osborne Park Parish Priest Fr Michael Gatt will be remembered for his annual hosting of the Gattline over Christmas, exemplifying his zeal and dedication. It was during these times that he would make himself available 24/7, listening to callers and encouraging them with his experience, especially with his experience of the goodness and mercy of God. He passed away on Thursday 19 May.

In anticipation of the 70th anniversary of Applecross Parish this weekend, Parish Priest Fr Nelson Po highlighted the strength and unity of the community, while emphasising the occasion as an opportunity to remember parish members of the past.

Hamersley resident Alan Williams and Kingsley local George Wakelin visit Mercy Place Edgewater every Thursday where they socialise with residents, accompany them on walks in the garden and help with various activities, including morning exercises.