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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
SPECIAL REPORT: “We Mourn and We Weep”: Archbishop Costelloe leads Perth Catholic community in farewell to Pope Francis
In the presence of some 1500 mourners, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB spoke about the deep pastoral heart of Pope Francis—someone who sought not to be an untouchable figurehead, but a fellow pilgrim. By Jamie O’Brien.
SPECIAL REPORT: Christmas 2024: The way of Jesus, is not the way of power or control, says Archbishop Costelloe
Speaking at the Christmas Eve Midnight Mass and 11am Christmas Day, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe explained that the most fundamental of all Chris-tian teachings is that God should so love and esteem humanity that he becomes one of us in Jesus Christ – so as to reveal to us the very reason why God created us.
Relics of Italian teenager take centre stage at St Mary’s Cathedral
The first-class relics – strands of hair – were housed in a gold reliquary and placed on the sanctuary in front of the altar.
His lifelong dream was to be a saint, says mother of Blessed Carlo Acutis
For Antonia Salzano, the approval of the miracle “was a big sign of hope because through Carlo’s example, he gave witness to values that are for everybody.”
Christ the King Festival an opportunity to put Christ first, says Youth Director
The special day not only commemorates the Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe but is also an annual diocesan celebration, instigated by Pope Francis for World Youth Day around the world.
Harmonious notes across borders: Perth’s young organists bring music to the Adelaide Hills
The musical journey took the young musicians from the Young Organists Programme based at St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth, across state borders to the enchanting landscapes of the Adelaide/Barossa Valley region. The pilgrimage was not merely a musical expedition but an odyssey into the history of the pipe organ.
2023 Orchestral Mass Fills Cathedral with heavenly melodies
This grand occasion brought together students from various schools, their dedicated teachers, forming a symphony orchestra and massed choir to harmoniously merge with the Cathedral choir, creating an awe-inspiring musical experience within the sacred precincts of the Cathedral.
Assumption of Mary is God’s promise that nothing of faith and service will be lost
Catholics congregate on 15 August to celebrate the feast of the Assumption of Mary. St Mary’s Cathedral’s mid-day Mass was celebrated by Cathedral Dean, the Very Rev Dr Sean Fernandez, who reflected that the Blessed Mother’s life of faith and service is a role model for Catholics.
Time and service of volunteers a testament of the spirit of Christ, says Fr Sean
Cathedral Dean Rev Dr Sean Fernandez said he is humbled by the generosity of the volunteers, following a special function, Saturday 19 November.
“I am always so very grateful, for the love, the care and the great enthusiasm of our volunteers, each one of them who bring their own unique gifts and charisms,” Fr Fernandez said.
The answer is Jesus Christ, says Archbishop Costelloe, at launch of World Youth Day 2023
The answer to the question of who is at the heart of the Church is not Archbishop Tim or Pope Francis, or the Cardinals or anybody else,” Archbishop Costelloe said speaking to more than 800 people Sunday 20 November for the launch of World Youth Day 2023 on the Feast of Christ the King at St Mary’s Cathedral.
