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RCIA 2020: Candidates patiently called to become one in the faith

This year’s Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults (RCIA) candidates, who were set to be received into the Catholic Church at Easter, have been rewarded for their patience after the COVID-19 pandemic delayed the process by more than four months.

Vatican: Laity have role, but most parishes must be led by priests

The Vatican’s Congregation for Clergy issued a new instruction on pastoral care that specifies the role of laypeople in the Church’s mission of evangelisation and offers guidance in parish reforms and restructuring.

Willetton parishioners stand with Perth Catholics in defending the seal of confession

A group of Willetton parishioners have been among the first to answer the invitation from Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB to make a submission to the Western Australian Parliamentary Inquiry into the Children and Community Services Amendment Bill 2019.

Blessings for Baldivis: Archbishop Tim visits new Mother Teresa Church

Church growth and parish renewal are two topics that should always inspire – and the recent announcement that the Mother Teresa Church in Baldivis has almost been completed and is open for service is an exciting and encouraging reminder that God and his Church are an active presence across the Archdiocese of Perth.

SPECIAL REPORT: Churches commence re-opening after two months of pandemic

As restrictions lifted to 20-people gatherings from Monday 18 May, Catholics across the Archdiocese eagerly awaited the return of the Mass.

OBITUARY: 105yo Sheelah opens door to new, better life

Cloverdale parishioner Sheelah Alice Rudman died peacefully in her sleep on 10 March 2020 at the age of 105.

South Perth Parish honouring St John Henry Newman during Lent 2020

At South Perth Parish St Columba’s Catholic Church, Stations of the Cross will be more significant during this year’s Lent.

Set apart to be a community that belongs to God: Mirrabooka Church celebrates 50th anniversary

We are set apart to be a people who will show, in a special way, the presence of God, Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton has last weekend told more than 650 parishioners of Mirrabooka.

Sisters put heart and soul into service for homeless and needy

Eileen Giles (seated) and Patricia “Patty” Powell were awarded Order of Australia medals for their outstanding service to the Rockingham community through the provision of services for the homeless. Photo: Supplied. By Eric Martin The Order of Australia Medal is the pre-eminent way that Australia recognises the achievements and service of their fellow citizens; for twin sisters Eileen Gi...