Speaking at the Mass to celebrate National Volunteering Week, Bishop Sproxton recalled his visit to Chisholm Catholic College for the blessing of its new Flexi Learning Centre, reflecting on the deep spirit of community that shaped his early education there.

On the morning of 31 July 31, the tranquil setting of St Mary’s Cathedral was filled with an air of reverence and celebration as Catholic Social Services Western Australia (CSSWA) gathered to honour the outstanding contributions of two remarkable women—Belinda Bowden and Rosa Pasquale—at the annual Employee and Volunteer of the Year Awards.

If you are interested in sharing your skills with a requesting overseas community, come along to the Palms Discovery Information Session to hear more about John and Annette’s experience and see if there is something for you.

The Catholic Diocese of Broome is looking for people to support its ministry and outreach in Kalumburu and Kimberley Retreat (Warmun).

Applecross parishioner Giuseppe Cinanni was announced as one of 1190 Australians to receive a 2021 Queen’s Birthday Honours for Australia. He was honoured for his involvement in Catholic-based and community support initiatives, where he co-ordinated, volunteered, and organised various fundraising projects through collaboration with strong networks, which he built over the years. By Amanda Murthy.