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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Two men answer call to serve as Ordinariate ordains new deacons
"These two men are that future. They are the next generation."
With those words from his homily, Ordinariate of Our Lady of the Southern Cross, (now former) Administrator Archbishop Anthony Randazzo, captured the significance of a solemn evening at the Parish of St Ninian and St Chad in Mt Lawley, as Nigel McBain and Andrew Iswahyudi were ordained to the Diaconate on Tuesday 21 April ...
The call to priesthood experiencing encouraging upward trend
The recent Open Day at St Charles Seminary attracted more than 40 participants Photo: Supplied.
In recent years, the Perth Archdiocese has experienced an upswing in interest from young men considering a vocation to the priesthood. This encouraging trend continued this year with the recent Open Day at St Charles Seminary attracting more than 40 participants.
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St Charles and Vocations Office collaborate to support those discerning
The Vocations Afternoon Tea is part of a series of ongoing engagement aimed to support those who are discovering how to answer God’s call to serve others, through ordained ministry.
St Charles Seminary Enquiry Day blessed with full attendance
The day saw Rector Fr Francis Nguyen and Vice-Rector Fr Joseph Laundy and the St Charles seminarians hosting their guests starting with Holy Hour and Mass before a delicious brunch was served and enjoyed at the seminary’s communal dining area, accompanied by conversations and laughter.
Seminarians and Brothers Gather with our Bishops to Inspire Their 2024 Year
Organised by the Vocations Office and Committee, the event forms part of the Archdiocese’s commitment to supporting the wellbeing of seminarians through initiatives that foster connections with the Catholic and wider community and support their personal and social development.
Fr Francis returns to St Charles Seminary as Rector
Hailing from a family of seven children, newly appointed St Charles Seminary Rector Fr Francis Huy Nguyen speaks about his journey from a young boy in Vietnam to a new life in Perth.
Good Shepherd Sunday opens new doors at St Charles Seminary
Sunday 30 April marked Good Shepherd Sunday, where 13 men made enquiries at St Charles Seminary as part of the annual Vocations Open Day.
Calling Single Men of Perth: What do you hear Jesus saying to you?
St Charles Seminary Rector Fr Francis Nguyen is inviting all single men from across the Archdiocese of Perth to a day of reflection to recognise the voice of Jesus in their life.
SPECIAL REPORT: St Charles Seminary marks 80 years of service to Christ and his Church
The doors of St Charles Seminary were opened in 1942, following the purchase of block of land known as Garden Hill in Guildford.
The Seminary has this month celebrated it’s 80th anniversary, with past and present students, rectors, and special guests coming together to mark the occasion.
Deacon Nathan called to serve the people of God and be an instrument of peace
29-year-old Nathan Barrie has been ordained a Deacon at St Patrick’s Cathedral, Bunbury with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Gerard Holohan and clergy from both the Bunbury Diocese and Archdiocese of Perth.
