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The best in Catholic news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
The Imitation of Christ; Revisiting a spiritual classic at New Norcia
Humility, self-denial, finding joy and peace in Christ, and uniting oneself to Christ in times of suffering, were some of the themes explored at a three-day course titled The Imitation of Christ: A Spiritual Classic Revisited, which was held at New Norcia from 11 to 13 June. The course was led by Father Robert Nixon OSB. By Amanda Murthy.
Surgeon crafts and gifts crucifix to St John of God Murdoch Hospital
St John of God Murdoch Hospital orthopaedic surgeon Professor Piers Yates has ignited his passion for art, creating a large crucifix made from welded recycled metal tools, equipment and implants used in orthopaedic surgery. The crucifix was installed at the entrance of the hospital on 31 May. By Amanda Murthy.
Basilica in the Bush: Chittering parishioners called to be a community of disciples of Christ
In what was the third Dedication Mass in as many as six weeks, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has called on the parish community of GinGin Chittering to be a healer of people’s wounds and warmer of people’s hearts.
Archbishop Costelloe Dedicated the new Romanesque style Church of Divine Mercy in Lower Chittering in the presence of some 850 people.
Am I responding to Christ, asks Bishop Holohan on the Feast of Corpus Christi
Jesus taught that the Eucharist is essential for nourishing the divine life, says Bunbury Bishop Gerard Holohan, on the occasion of the Feast of Corpus Christi. Bishop Holohan released the Pastoral Letter, highlighting that Christ taught that, without the Eucharist, we suffer spiritual malnutrition, even bulimia.
Plenary Council Member Introduction: Fr Michael Moore SM
For our next Plenary Member, we are pleased for you to meet Redemptoris Mater Seminary Rector, Fr Michael Moore SM. Let’s hear Fr Michael Moore’s response to what he thinks the Holy Spirit is saying to the Church in Australia at this time. By The Record.
Worried about getting a COVID-19 vaccine? Ask your doctor these five questions first
Many Australians have been putting off getting their coronavirus vaccination for weeks but a sudden surge in COVID-19 in Victoria has pushed them to rethink their ‘wait and see’ approach on vaccines.
Pope Francis appoints Australian Apostolic Nuncio to the Holy Land
Pope Francis has last week appointed Australian Apostolic Nuncio Archbishop Tito Yllana as the new Apostolic Nuncio to Israel and Cyprus and Apostolic Delegate in Jerusalem and Palestine. By Vatican News.
LifeLink Day Primary Schools: Be a joyful, hope-filled, servant community, Archbishop Costelloe tells primary students
Catholic primary school students had the opportunity to interact with Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB, who encouraged the young people to find ways to be a joyful, hope-filled, servant community of God, at the launch of LifeLink Day for primary schools, held at Newman College on 2 June. By Amanda Murthy.
New resources give rare insight into rich history of New Norcia
Two new resources, New Norcia Studies Journal 27 and volume one of a new series ‘The Chronicles of New Norcia’ (1901 to 1906) were officially launched on Thursday, 27 May, at the Archdiocese of Perth. These two resources celebrate the rich memories of WA’s unique and iconic site for historical and cultural significance’. By Amanda Murthy.
Reconciliation week 2021 acknowledged by Catholic community
The 2021 National Reconciliation week held from 27 May to 3 June themed ‘More than a word. Reconciliation takes action,’ saw Catholic schools and affiliated organisations play its part to work towards a better relationships and human rights between the first peoples of this nation and those who now call Australia home. By Amanda Murthy.
