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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Church leaders in Australia welcome Synod working document
ACBC President and Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB and a member of the Synod’s preparatory commission, said it had been an extraordinary process to get to this point, with Catholics across the world helping shape the working document.
The courage to flee war-torn Ukraine
It’s been one year and four months for Anastasiia and her son who remain in Romania who have been warmly welcomed by JRS Romania and the local community, while the process of integrating into the new country has been a difficult journey.
New Edmund Rice Education National Executive Director looking forward to reconnecting
In an effort to bolster its ability to deliver best practice Catholic education, Edumund Rice Education Australia has last week appointed Dr Liam Smith as National Executive Director.
Hundreds gather for ordination of second Syro-Malabar Eparchy Bishop
Major Archbishop of the Syro-Malabar Church, Cardinal George Alencherry has thanked the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference for advocating for the establishment of the Syro-Malabar Eparchy almost a decade ago, and for their ongoing assistance.
New guide supports local reflection on Plenary Council outcomes
Plenary Council Vice President and Sandhurst Bishop Shane Mackinlay said the guide will be particularly relevant for those who participated in the Plenary Council process and those who have been involved with preparing for the Synod of Bishops for a Synodal Church, but also for people who are new to the path of synodality.
Catholic Church Insurance enters into voluntary ‘run off’
Despite every effort, CCI has been unable to secure sufficient capital contributions from shareholders to enable its business to continue operations in line with regulatory requirements.
Fr Chris de Souza named General Secretary of Bishops Conference
In addition to many parish appointments over the past four decades, Fr de Souza has also served as episcopal vicar for formation, episcopal vicar for education, director of prison chaplains, director of deacons and students, and vice rector of the diocesan seminary.
Maronite Eparchy welcomes bishops during jubilee year
More than 30 bishops concelebrated Mass at Our Lady of Lebanon Co-Cathedral on Sunday 7 May, taking part in ongoing celebrations for the 50th jubilee of the Maronite Eparchy in Australia.
St Joseph the Worker message urges action against sexual harassment
The message addresses the prevalence of sexual harassment in the workplace, mindful that the Catholic Church employs more than 220,000 people in Australia.
Catholic Mission Conference engaging together, taking action
The Conference provided a unique opportunity for people who have mission at heart to gather from all around the country to share their passion by opening their hearts and minds.
