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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Church marks International Day of People with Disability
The Catholic Church in Australia is committed to upholding and protecting the dignity and wellbeing of all people with disabilities.
Christ the King triumphs over evil with the power of love, says Pope Francis
“Those who destroy people, who make wars, what will their faces look like when they come before the Lord? ‘Why did you make that war? Why did you kill?’” God will ask, ” the Holy Father said on 24 November, the feast of Christ the King.
Catholic Health Australia Welcomes Passage of Aged Care Act
Catholic Health Australia had long called for aged care funding reforms that would allow providers to operate sustainably and keep serving their communities.
Rosary by candlelight brings faithful together at Schoenstatt
Each person placing a glowing candle on a large Rosary in front of the Shrine created a visual symbol of prayer and hope, then reading their intentions aloud and led the community in prayer, invoking the intercession and guidance of Our Mother Thrice Admirable.
Fellowship, gratitude, wraps up 2024 for Perth seminarians
Perth seminarians and aspirants have this month come together for fellowship to wrap up the 2024 year.
Christian Brother Br Olly Pickett Honoured as Senior Australian of the Year
For more than two decades, Br Pickett has served as the driving force behind Wheelchairs for Kids, the Perth-based organisation that manufactures and distributes custom-made wheelchairs to children in need across 90 countries.
SPECIAL REPORT: Perth clergy jubilarians celebrate more than 450 years of service
The Jubilarians cut the cake, led by Fr Christopher Ross OSM. Photo: Jamie O’Brien.
Twelve Perth clergy have last week celebrated their anniversary in 2024 with a combined total of more than 450 years of priestly service.
Leading the jubilarians was Servite priest Fr Chris Ross OSM, who marked his Platinum 70th anniversary.
Joining Fr Chris Ross in celebrating their priestly jubilee w...
New website a one-stop hub to educate and safeguard children
Lead researcher Prof Suzy Edwards said the new website is a go-to hub for early learning services and educators wanting to help children aged birth to eight years and their families be safe and active in the digital world.
Pope Francis to canonise Acutis, Frassati, host meeting on child’s rights
The Holy Father will canonise Blessed Acutis on 27 April, during the Jubilee for Adolescents in Rome to be held from 25 to 27 April and Blessed Frassati during the Jubilee of Young People in Rome to be held from 28 July to 3 August.
Australian Ambassador to Holy See role “a great privilege”, says Chiara Porro
Reflecting on her term, Ms Porro described her role in the Eternal City as a “great privilege,” highlighting her efforts to address critical global issues such as climate change, women’s empowerment, and equality.
