By Bishop of Broome, Tim Norton Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ, May the grace and peace of Christ be with you. Bishop Norton said Easter invites us all to be guides, even imperfect ones, who invite people on this wonderful journey of life with the risen Jesus. Photo: ACBC. For the past two weeks we have been hosting an engaging, young, diocesan priest from the eastern states w...

As newly appointed Director of Vocations, Fr Joseph Laundy, and Redemptoris Mater Seminary Vice-Rector, Fr Josue Quej Moran step into their new roles, both leaders are committed to nurturing and supporting those called to serve.

Some 10 priests celebrated anniversaries of 25, 40, 50 and 60 years in 2023. They were honoured during the annual priests and clergy Mass on 29 November.

Originally from County Cavan, Ireland, Fr Stephen was ordained at Holy Trinity Abbey, Kilnacrott, on 2 July 1955, before being invited four years later by then Archbishop Redmond Prendiville to work in the growing Archdiocese of Perth.

Armadale Parish Priest Father Mark Baumgarten will next month host a live music event titled, “An Afternoon of Songs (and a few stories)”.

In a special obituary written by Fr Maurice Toop himself, Perth Catholics gain a special insight in the life of the Perth priest who will be remembered fondly for his dedication to the ministry to indigenous people and love for the many people to whom he ministered in Northbridge, Highgate, Maylands, Northam, Osborne Park and the Diocese of Geraldton. He passed away peacefully on 13 August 2022.

Perth priest Fr Milton Arias was recently farewelled during a funeral service in his home Diocese of Valledupar, Columbia. Fr Milton passed away on 8 August 2022.
In an interview with The Record for his ordination to the priesthood in 2003, Fr Milton said he felt very privileged that God has called him.

Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton greets the parish community of Port Kennedy, Sunday 24 April, which also saw the installation of new Parish Priest, Fr Giovanni Raffaele. Photo: Jamie O’Brien. The theme of keeping the flame alive in our hearts was reflected in last Sunday’s Gospel, said Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton, in his homily for Divine Mercy Sunday. Speaking at Port Kennedy Pari...

Parishes across Perth celebrated the various liturgies of Easter in a variety of ways this year, including the Vigil at Lynwood Langford St Jude’s Church, A contemplative Way of the Cross at Wanneroo and a Tableau style Stations of the Cross led by youth at Armadale Parish. Lynwood Langford Parishioners from St Jude’s Church Lynwood Langford parish came together for the Easter Vigil. ...

A prayer campaign in support of frontline healthcare workers has been launched by the University of Notre Dame, following inspiration from a Wollongong priest.