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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Knowledge of Scripture is Knowledge of Christ! BJ Hickey Scholarship Applications to Open Once again
Applicants need not be academics or have an academic background – they do need to have a passion to know and further their understanding of the scriptures and to help others with that knowledge.
DIOCESAN ASSEMBLY: New logo a reminder to pray and discern
The 2023-2024 Perth Archdiocesan Assembly, continued Fr Vincent, is the first of its kind for the Archdiocese and was announced Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB in April 2023, and launched on Trinity Sunday 4 June 2023 at St Mary’s Cathedral.
SPECIAL REPORT: Life of Don Bosco to become focus at Perth parishes
Perth parishes are set to become host to the relics of one of the world’s most revered saints.
Among the revered sites to host the statue are St Mary’s Cathedral Perth, Kelmscott Parish Good Shepherd Church, Fremantle Parish St Patrick’s Basilica, Lockridge Parish Good Shepherd Church, and Banksia Grove Parish John Paul II Church.
Fr Joseph Angelo leaves indelible mark on Leederville parish
On Sunday, 6 August, 2023, the parish community gathered to celebrate a significant milestone in Fr Angelo’s journey as he presided over his final Mass as the beloved parish priest.
Forgiveness and unity in Marriage reflects God’s enduring love for us
More than 180 married couples and families gathered at St Mary’s Cathedral on Saturday 10 August for the annual Marriage Day Mass. The Mass reinforces that marriage is a journey worth celebrating and a commitment worth preserving.
Bateman parishioners lead the way with care program
Bateman parishioners have recently participated in a three-part workshop looking at mental health and wellbeing as part of the Parish Pastoral Council’s outreach to those in need.
Mary MacKillop inspires students in LifeLink Day initiative
As part of Archbishop Costelloe’s 2023 LifeLink Day for Primary Schools initiative, students were invited to create a collage that visually expressed their learning and educational experience resulting from LifeLink Day.
Palmyra parishioners reminded to keep faith alive for future generations at 100th anniversary
Established in 1923 by then Perth Bishop Matthew Gibney, the parish of Palmyra has last month celebrated its 100th anniversary, with Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB encouraging parishioners to pray in remembrance and guidance for all those in the parish during the past 100 years who have strived to be faithful with mercy and compassion. By Jamie O’Brien.
Hilton parishioners celebrate World Day of Grandparents and the Elderly
Commencing with the 9am Mass, Sunday 16 July, the celebrations continued with a celebratory cutting of the cake by long-time parishioners, including 84-year-old Marian Randall, 84, Portio Curton, 83 and Rose Pearce, 83.
Jesus challenges our normal way of thinking, Archbishop Costelloe tells Archdiocesan staff
Jesus challenges our normal way of thinking, Archbishop Costelloe tells Archdiocesan staff
