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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
St Mary’s Cathedral to turn red next week
This November, thousands of people will be taking a moment to remember, pray for and support Christians suffering persecution around the world.
Family centred approach to faith celebrates 50 years in WA
The movement originally commenced in WA at City Beach Parish, where founders Brian and Denise Mills hosted the first gatherings after their inspiring experience at the 1973 National Eucharistic Congress in Melbourne.
Most important sign should be the person of Jesus Christ, says new Cardinal-delegate
The visit of new Cardinal-designate Bishop Mykola Bychok and the Ukrainian clergy to Perth also included a meeting with 97-year-old Redemptorist priest Fr Thomas McFall, the oldest Redemptorist in Australia.
New agency to enable a deeper faith and liturgical formation
A new agency has this week been announced to enable priests and parishes to be supported in worship in addition to the ongoing provision of initial and ongoing formation of people.
Relics of Italian teenager take centre stage at St Mary’s Cathedral
The first-class relics – strands of hair – were housed in a gold reliquary and placed on the sanctuary in front of the altar.
Why Be Catholic Conference: Building a lasting community
Key organiser Michael Chong said beyond a journey of prayer and discovery, this recent Why Be Catholic conference by Evangelisation Australia is about building a lasting community.
Discernment as the key to holiness: A reflection on WBC24
Speaking about the recent Why Be Catholic Conference, Scarborough Parish Priest Fr Christian Irdi emphasised that discernment, far from being a mere decision-making process, must be rooted in a deep awareness of God’s love.
New Mosaic and commemorative book mark 100th anniversary of Mullewa Church
A crowd of 300 people, joined by the Choir of St Mary’s Cathedral Perth to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the Laying of the Foundation Stone at Our Lady of Mt Carmel Church Mullewa on Saturday 14 September.
Memorable milestones marks one year at St Charbels
The past year at St Charbel’s Maronite Church East Cannington has been marked by memorable milestones, including the church’s first parish Christmas party on December 16, and the celebration of Holy Week, especially Good Friday and Easter Sunday masses.
Celebrating faith in action: CSSWA honours Belinda Bowden and Rosa Pasquale
On the morning of 31 July 31, the tranquil setting of St Mary’s Cathedral was filled with an air of reverence and celebration as Catholic Social Services Western Australia (CSSWA) gathered to honour the outstanding contributions of two remarkable women—Belinda Bowden and Rosa Pasquale—at the annual Employee and Volunteer of the Year Awards.
