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mentors. Meeting three times during the year for a meal, they discuss particular themes such as forgiveness, planning for life and dealing with big changes. Ministry to the Newly Married hopes to help couples build their marriage to be fulfilling and rewarding. Registration is open to any couple in their first two years of marriage or any couple marrying before 31 March 2012. Ministry to the Newly Married is coordinated by Jacqueline and Simon Anthony and Karen and Derek Boylen. They can be contacted for more information or to register on 08 9405 4465 (Karen) or 0414 285 884 (Jacqueline).

Newly marrieds and mentor couples gathered for dinner at the beginning of 2011.

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POPE FRANCIS’ first encyclical, Lumen Fidei (“The Light of Faith”), is a celebration of Christian faith as the guiding light of a “successful and fruitful life”, inspiring social action as well as devotion to God, and illuminating “every aspect of human existence”, including philosophy and the natural sciences. The document, released on July 5, completes a papal trilogy on the three “theological virtues” following Pope Benedict XVI’s encyclicals Deus Caritas Est (2005) on charity and Spe Salvi (2007) on hope. Publication of the encyclical was one of the most awaited events of the Year of Faith which began in October 2012. Pope Benedict “had almost completed a first draft of an encyclical on faith” before his retirement in

is organized in such a way that it cannot offer people an opportunity to work, “there is something wrong with that society: It is not right!” “It goes against God himself, who wanted our dignity to begin with (work).” “Power, money, culture do not give us dignity,” he said.Archbishop “Work, Barry Hickey shows Archbishop-designate Timothy Costelloe the inside of St Mary’s Cathedral in East Perth on 20 February, the day Pope Benedict XVI announced the Melbourne Auxiliary Bishop’s PHOTO: MICHAEL CONNELLY honest work, gives us dignity. ” appointment as the new Archbishop of Perth. However, he said, “today many social, political and economic sysBy RoBeRt Hiini Victoria, Bishop Costelloe has of the faith of the Catholic peo- and cooperation”. Bishop Costelloe Farewell Mass tems have chosen to exploit the served as Auxiliary Bishop of ple of the Archdiocese,” he said. will take possession of the archdio-

February 2013, Pope Francis writes, adding that “I have taken up his fine work and added a few contributions of my own”. Commentators will likely differ in attributing specific passages, but the document clearly recalls the writings of Pope Benedict in its extensive treatment of the dialogue between faith and reason and its

many citations of St Augustine, not to mention references to Friedrich Nietzsche and Fyodor Dostoyevsky. On the other hand, warnings of the dangers of idolatry, Gnosticism and Pharisaism, a closing prayer to Mary as the “perfect icon of faith”, and an entire section on the relevance of faith to earthly justice and peace echo themes that Pope

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Francis has already made signatures of his young pontificate. Lumen Fidei begins with a brief survey of the biblical history of faith, starting with God’s call to Abraham to leave his land – “the beginning of an exodus which points him to an uncertain future” – and God’s promise that Abraham will be “father of a great nation”. The Bible also illustrates how men and women break faith with God by worshipping substitutes for him. “Idols exist, we begin to see, as a pretext for setting ourselves at the centre of reality and worshipping the work of our own hands,” the Pope writes. “Once man has lost the fundamental orientation which unifies his existence, he breaks down into the multiplicity of his desires ... Idolatry, then, is Continued - Pages 10-11

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UPCOMING retreats to be held on July 20 and August 25 in the idyllic surrounds of the Schoenstatt t houtside erecor d . c o m . awill u the World. Armadale shrine just offer women aged 17-30 a unique opportunity to seek life’s purpose. The most recent Grace and Silence retreat day was held at the Shrine for single young women on Sunday June 30. So far, 19 women have participated in the event since it began in May. The days offer single young women the relatively rare opportunity to immerse themselves in prayerful silence to contemplate their life’s vocation; the retreats are experience positivean proving to be aduring After preaching and leading the congregation evening service at Good Shepherd Parish in Lockridge, Fr Michael Nguyen, a Vietnamese-born Redemptorist based in Rome, prays over participants. for those who attend. Hundreds attended his talks in three parishes in Perth and came PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI are forward to receive prayers for a myriad of intentions. See Robert Hiini’s interview - Page 6 organisers and Silence Grace delighted with the echoes which the participants have shared with them. “I didn’t realise how much I needed it until I was there. It really in things helped me clarify a few my mind and to make a few decisions regarding my vocation and fulfil it,” wrote to do toFrancis what I need“Pope UNDERSCORING growing interwill lead a Prayer and many of our parish and other of the birth of Mary, Queen of respond to violence, to conflict and one participant. national concern at the worsening Vigil in St Peter’s Square, Vatican communities will already be pray- Peace. to war, with the power of dialogue, are scheddays retreat Two final on July situation in Syria, Pope Francis at 7.00pm on20 Saturday. He ing for peace in Syria, I would ask “On 7 September, in Saint Peter’s reconciliation and love. She is our 9.30am-4.30pm uled for City 25. The and August called on individual Catholics, “felinvites the retreats whole cost you to invite your people to pray Square, here, from 19:00 until 24:00, mother: may she help us to find refreshlunch andand $20 including low Christians, followers of other Church, in a special way on Saturday and we will gather in prayer and in a peace; all of us are her children! ments. Registration is essential and religions and all men of good will” indeed Sunday with and for those who spirit of penance, invoking God’s Help us, Mary, to overcome this limited.all people places are of good will, toconare suffering. You may choose to great gift of peace upon the belovedforthcoming everywhere to enter into a day ofFor more most one-day difficult moment to dediinformation, 20 and on Julyand retreats Armadale. Two outside 090 or 306 in 0415him in the foothills Shrine SUPPLIED use the Prayers the of the Faithful orlocated fasting and penance for peace tact in Hanna uniteonwith nation of Syriajustand upon each situa- cate ourselves each PHOTO: day to building Schoenstatt to A young woman reads in the grounds of chance to escape the business of everyday life to focus on hearing God’s call to them. visit www.schoenstattw 17-30 a agedopportunity other for prayer tion of conflict and violence around in every situation an authentic culthe war-torn nation this coming prayer and a.org.au fastwomen August 25 will offerany download a registration form.

Saturday September 7. His call came during his Angelus homily last Sunday. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB this week supported Pope Francis’s call to the whole Church in a statement issued to priests, deacons, staff and friends.

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to encourage those in public office to spare no effort to give new impetus to employment,” he said. “This means caring for the dignity of the person.” The Pope touched on the same theme during the homily at his early morning Mass, before a congregation of unwed teenage mothers and their children in the chapel of the Domus Sanctae Marthae, where he lives. In his homily, the Pope said

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efforts to create dignified work for more people. Pope Francis called for an end to slave labour and human trafficking as well as greater efforts to create dignified work for more people on May 1, feast of St Joseph the worker. The problem of unemployment is “very often caused by a purely economic view of society, which seeks self-centered profit, outside the bounds of social justice,” the Pope said.

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John Falzon, the chief executive screening tool would also encourdle determinant.” During regular consultations, Canadian patients are officer of the St Vincent de Paul age GPs to form better relationT de Paul Society asked if they had difficulty making Society, told The Record the idea ships with social services and refer upport behind ends meet at the end of the month, was a good one. patients on where appropriate.” We d n Mr e s dLaverty a y, 1 8said. January 2012 t h e diseases a r i brought s h t h eMeanwhile, a t ion o October N th ustralia’s (CHA) “Preventable 16,ethe reening tests to “As patients, we are asked ques- about by poverty are a huge burden Society launched a report on poverandard doctor’s tions about family history, diet and on our health care system, and lead ty in Australia to mark anti-poverty risk-taking behaviours when we to unnecessary suffering for those week. The report provides several CHA chief exec- visit the doctor,” he said. who are afflicted by them,” he said. recommendations for the governin Laverty told ment, in light of the facts on poverty in Australia. inistry summit hronic diseases GPs will be able to identify risk factors by talking “We are calling on the new govand treated earernment to revisit the recommensocioeconomic with patients about their social circumstances. dations of the McClure Report commissioned by the Howard governian Medical “By encouraging GPs to talk with ment in 2000,” the Society’s national “By assessing for poverty alonguly report said side these other risk factors, doctors patients about their social and eco- president Anthony Thornton said. as its first prior- will better determine if a person nomic circumstances, they will be “It’s time we got serious about he said. has a chronic disease and treat it better able to identify important poverty and mustered the politiare now screen- accordingly.” risk factors and encourage preven- cal will as a nation to broaden our doctors’ surgerCHA hopes the plan will be con- tion and early treatment where revenue base so that we can systemuld follow suit, sidered and utilised by all State and problems are identified. atically reverse the slide into two rty as a health Territory governments. “We hope that a socio-economic Australias.”

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to reflect the life of a Catholic prelate well-known for his concern for society’s downtrodden and marginalised. The moment when an Aboriginal man came forward onto the sanctuary of the cathedral and played the didgeridoo during the preparation of the gifts seemed to evoke Archbishop Hickey’s lifelong sense of empathy and concern for Australia’s indigenous people, many of whom he has buried well before their time over his more-than 53 years of life as a priest, a bishop and an archbishop. Mass, as it has been celebrated on every occasion since he was

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The Origins of The following information was complied by GD Wiley in approximately 1962 as part of a thesis on the history of The Record. In this final edition of The Record as a weekly newspaper, Mr Wiley’s thesis is presented telling the story of the newspaper until the start of the 20th century. Chapter One: The Morning Herald THE HISTORY of The Record would not be complete without first discussing, in brief, the history of its predecessor in the field of Catholic journalism, The Morning Herald. Although The Morning Herald was not the official organ of the Catholic Church in Western Australia, it is apparently common knowledge that it was founded and run by the Church as a business enterprise. Its purpose was not to propound doctrines of faith and morals, but simply to make money. The first edition appeared on May 2, 1867. Its price was 6d. It was a weekly publication, printed and published at first by Pearce and Bereford at the office of The Morning Herald, Cliff Street, Fremantle. For 40 years it struggled on being more of a financial burden than a success until, in 1908, it went out of circulation. By this time the paper had increased in size to eight pages (four sheets) but the price has dropped to 1d. The last edition appeared on September 29, 1908. The Catholic Church, having profited by the experience gained from The Morning Herald, decided in 1874, seven years after the establishment of the then-struggling Herald, to found another paper but this one was not a business enterprise, and was to be based on religious lines. The paper was far more successful than the first attempt of the Catholic Church in Western Australia to plunge into the world of journalism. It was to be the official paper of the Church in Western Australia and was to be established as shall be seen in the following chapter, by Fr Matthew Gibney and to bear the title of The West Australian Catholic Record.

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The Early History of The West Australian Catholic Record: 18741900 NINETY-NINE years ago there came to Western Australia from his native Ireland a newly ordained priest who was destined to do mighty work for the Catholic Church in Western Australia. He was Fr Matthew Gibney, later the third Bishop of Perth. It was thought that Fr Gibney was the main person behind The Morning Herald. He is believed to be the man who conceived the idea in order to raise money for the Church, who was in very great need of finance at that period and who put the idea into operation. However, as there is no mention of the Church or anyone connected with the Church on the administrative staff of the Herald, there is no verification of Fr Gibney’s part in it. Eleven years after his arrival, Fr Gibney (in 1874) founded, edited and published a newspaper that was designed to be the official organ of the Catholic Church in this state. It was called The West Australian Catholic Record. The reasons for establishing this paper were the prejudice in the colony against the Catholic body and, in particular, “the annoying and partial manner in which the newspapers of the colony were conducted”.

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1874 The undertaking was a serious one because of the financial position of the Church in the colony at that time. “If progress was to be made and the political and religious rights and freedom of the Catholics were to be maintained, aid of the Press was necessary.” This paper was a far more successful venture than The Morning Herald, probably because of its objectives. The Very Reverend Fr Griver, who was administrator of the Catholic body in the colony at the time, and who was extremely cooperative and progressive, gave consent to the purchase of a press and printing plant. JT Reilly, who is author of Reminiscences of Fifty Years Residence in Western Australia and who later (in 1893) was founder of The Northern Advertiser, was commissioned to make the purchase. He was extremely fortunate in that he

managed to buy a very good press and plant for the cost of £120. Prior to the purchase it has been decided to house the equipment at Subicao in St Joseph’s Orphanage for boys of which Fr Gibney was manager at the time. In 1872, the Orphanage has been taken over from the Dominican Fathers by the Christian Brothers. It was later (in 1887) given into the charge of the Sisters of Mercy. The reasons for the equipment being housed at the Orphanage were to reduce the costs of production to a minimum, by having the boys at this Orphanage operate it, and also to give the boys an opportunity to learn the printing trade. An upper room in the building was set aside for the purpose and was made into a fully equipped office and printing workshop. The press and plant were transported, with great difficulty, by Mr James

Corbett, over the sandy track from Perth to Subiaco. The first issue appeared on Monday, July 6, 1874, the price being 6d. By today’s standards it was a poorish production. The paper was of poor quality, the layout was anything but exciting, for the front page, instead of being packed with the most important news, was filled with advertisements and public notices. Small, unsightly type was used for numerous paragraphs which were spaced in the middle of the paper. Nonetheless, it compared favourably enough with the secular newspaper of the day, and it was regarded within the colony with considerable interest. The main contributors to it during the first five years were Fr Gibney, Fr O’Reily and JT Reilly. Contributions were also accepted from people outside the paper’s staff and in every edition, every country parish had a special column

set aside for its news. For a while editions come out every fourth Thursday. An article in the first edition written by JT Reilly nearly brought the whole project to ruin. This contribution was about the inadequate

1920 The leading article in the first issue has the somehow frightening title of ‘Caesarism and Ultra Montanism’. It was not quite the front page one would expect to find in what was intended to be a popular periodical. It was, however, despite its title, a

‘Be indefatigable in your purpose and with undaunted spirit resist iniquity and try to conquer evil with good and having before your eyes the reward purchased for those who combat for Christ’. aid grant by the Government to Orphanages. It was written in a very outspoken style, which incensed the Governor who at that time was Governor Weld. However, he was eventually appeased and the ultimate result was an increase in the Government grant to Orphanages.

first class contribution, as was to be expected since it was a condensation of a lecture given by the Archbishop of Westminster, the late Henry Edward Cardinal Manning. The masthead carried a quotation from the reigning Pontiff, Pius IX: ‘Be indefatigable in your purpose

Bishop Matthew Gibney founded The West Australian Catholic Record in 1874 after the failure of The Morning Herald.

and with undaunted spirit resist iniquity and try to conquer evil with good and having before your eyes the reward purchased for those who combat for Christ’. This quotation was to appear in many other editions and continued to appear even up to the year 1940. An editorial notice read: “Correspondence on any topic of local or general contributions from persons resident in the country districts are invited. All correspondence for publication in The Record must be addressed to the Very Reverend M Gibney, Episcopal Residence, Perth”. Another editorial in the first issue, written presumably by Fr Gibney, put clearly the aims of the new publication. In it, he stated that The West Australian Catholic Record was intended for the scattered Catholics of West Australia and that its object

was to supply them with information on subjects affecting their religion and of current interest. He went on to say: “With three well-edited political and commercial papers in the colony there can be no dearth of secular news. The supply of Catholic news is by no means what it should be. Our papers afford to local transactions with our Church and as a rule, are moderate in their comments upon us and upon our movements”. He then said that since their columns were devoted mainly to commercial and political news, and to those they represent, there is very little space allotted to the Catholic body. He pointed out also that no matter how impartial they may be in many controversies concerning the Catholic Church, their opinion must be one-sided and unfair as the writers are mostly of religious convictions opposed to those of the

Roman Catholic Church. So this lengthy article states quite plainly the reasons for establishing The Record. There was an article in the secular paper The Enquire and Commercial News dated May 5, 1875 regarding the circulation of the papers of the colony. It stated that the other secular papers in the colony, The Government Gazette and The Perth Gazette and WA Times had a circulation of 450 and 500 respectively and that The West Australian Catholic Record which was, by design, more limited in its appeal, has a circulation of 400. So in that year, and apparently in subsequent years, this paper was quite successful and popular. Reilly contributed to The Record for several years, until he left the colony in 1879. In the same year, Fr Gibney left The Record as managing editor, although he continued occasionally to send in contributions.

As previously mentioned, The Record started off as a monthly paper. In 1875, however, its publication was increased to a fortnightly scale. This increase in production was because of the demands of its readers. It was during this year also that JF O’Callaghan was appointed business manager of the paper. Next to occupy the editorial chair was Fr J O’Reily who had been a frequent contributor since its foundation. Fr O’Reily was probably succeeded as editor by Fr William Bernard Kelly, a native of Newcastle (Toodyay, WA) who was elected first Bishop of Geraldton in 1898. The subject most often dealt with in The Record pages in its early years were the Catholic Orphanages, the education question, the Aborigines and Ireland. The frequency of appearance of the last of these topics – Ireland – can be quite easily explained by the fact that most of the priests in the diocese at the time were Irish. The Sisters of Mercy in Perth were often mentioned and praised. The explorations of John Forrest (later Lord Forrest) were also reported from time to time. Freemasonry came in for fairly frequent comment, and even Ned Kelly got his share of publicity. In 1887, The Record office and printing works were transferred from the Subicao Orphanage to the carriage shed of the Bishop’s Palace. This transpired when the Sisters of Mercy took charge of the Orphanage. The carriage shed was no better than a double garage. It had a cold cement floor and bare rafters. For the occasion, new equipment was bought and the first edition to come from this press was printed on silk. This edition was yellow in colour with blue edges and red printing. In the St Mary’s Cathedral Archives, Perth, there is a rough draft of an agreement which reads in part: “Article of Agreement made the… day of April 1889, between the Right Reverend Matthew Gibney of Perth, in the Colony of Western Australia, Bishop of Western Australia, hereinafter called the Vendor, and Reverend WM Bernard Kelly and the Reverend James Duff both of Perth aforesaid, Catholic Clergymen hereinafter called the Tenants in Common of the other part...” It has to do with the transfer of the ownership of The Record into the hands of the person who holds the Archbishopric of the Perth Archdiocese. There is no verification that this agreement was entered into, but for many years The Record has been the property of the cleric who occupies the See of the Archdiocese of Perth. After the administrative period of Fr WB Kelly until 1928, there are no records to provide the names of any individual priests who occupied the position of managing editor of the paper. However, during that period it is believed that a committee of diocesan priests was appointed by Bishop Gibney to manage and control the affair and publication of the Catholic newspaper. After a quarter of a century of its existence, the turn of the century found it a going concern. The Record was popular amongst readers, whether Catholic or Protestant.

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Malaysian youths gather in Petaling Jaya, Malaysia, on July 18 for a candlelight vigil for passengers and crew of the Malaysian Airlines flight MH17. In his homily at St Mary’s Cathedral on July 20, Perth Archbishop Timothy Costelloe last weekend spoke of the terrible act of violence in Ukraine which has cost so many lives and horrified the world. PHOTO: NS / AZHAR RAHIM, EPA

IN HIS SERMON delivered to Mass-goers at St Mary’s Cathedral in Perth on July 20, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB spoke of the “terrible act of violence in Ukraine which has cost so many lives and horrified the world”, as answers are sought to questions about flight MH17. The Archbishop talked about “the world [being] in mourning”, and referred to Edel Mahady, who worked at Good Shepherd Primary School in Kelmscott, and was related to Tom and Angela Mahady, long-time sacristans in the Cathedral until their retirement earlier this year.

The Archbishop went on to talk of how 298 people “have had their lives suddenly, cruelly and completely unjustifiably cut off ”. “Who knows what unique and precious contribution each of them may have made in the future to their families, to their friends and to the communities in which they lived?” he said. “We are all diminished by their loss.” He invited those present to join him “in praying for each of these people, that the Lord will receive them into his kingdom”. He asked that people pray too for the deceased’s families and friends “who in these days must endure the

agony not only of their loss but of all the uncertainty that surrounds it”. “The God we believe in, the God who is at the heart of our lives, is a God of peace,” Archbishop

Christ in the midst of the storm which engulfed them on the lake of Galilee. He calmed the wind and waves and restored peace to them. May he do the same for those who are now in so much pain.”

“It is hard to make sense of this violence, this hatred and this contempt for the sacredness of human life.” Costelloe assured those present. “May all those who have lost loved ones in this terrible incident experience the presence of the Lord in the midst of their pain and their confusion, just as the disciples of Jesus experienced the presence of

The Archbishop added that 100 years after the beginning of World War One, we might despair as we ask ourselves if humanity has learnt anything from what has been perhaps the “most violent and destructive century in human history”.

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“It is hard to make sense of this violence, this hatred and this contempt for the sacredness of human life,” he said. “How can God allow such things to happen? Why does God not intervene to prevent these tragedies?” He then spoke of how Jesus, as a “victim of hatred”, asked this same question on the cross: “My God, my God, why have you forsaken me?” Reminding those present that “it was not God who had forsaken Jesus” but rather “his fellow human beings who had forsaken him. And they had forsaken him because they had forsaken themselves”. Continued on Page 4

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Wheatbelt school impacting community Seven children from Sacred Heart Catholic School in Goomalling will receive the Sacrament of Baptism on August 10. “This is extraordinary as we only have a school population of 72 students, of whom only 21 are currently Catholic,” school principal Therese Hussey told The Record. “Evangelisation is happening in ways that are quite wonderful here in this small Wheatbelt town.” Working closely with the parish priest, Fr Ken D’Souza, the children are in pre-kindergarten, kindergarten, pre-primary, Year 1, Year 3 and Year 6. “The children being baptised are all aged between three and 11,” Mrs Hussey said. “The little ones are not preparing, as such, as they are very young, but the two older children have covered the baptism unit of work at school and have a very informed understanding of the implications of receiving the sacrament.” In addition to receiving support from the parish and school communities, the children’s parents have taken an active role in their baptism, beginning with a meeting with Fr D’Souza. “The parents initially talked to me about the possibility of baptism as they have witnessed the strength of the community present here at Sacred Heart for the support of the school children involved in the various sacramental programs this year,” Mrs Hussey said. Sacred Heart has a large number of non-Catholic enrolments but Mrs Hussey said the school is proud of the fact that they are Catholic. “We never shy away from this within the community,” she said. “We are focused on developing and explaining our core Catholic philosophy. This has had a positive

Chapel and Mass will be celebrated by Fr Brian. For more information or to attend the event, contact Betty Peaker on 9755 6212.

Fourteen students from Lumen Christi Catholic College in Gosnells travelled to Japan for two weeks recently to encounter a different culture as part of their school program. PHOTO: SUPPLIED impact and we have had a recent increase in enrolments by families, who, although not Catholic, have expressed that they are attracted to the values that are promoted and evident at the school. In turn, this has developed an interest in parents for desiring Catholic baptism for their children.” As a small community, the school is seen as the face of the Church and it works hard to maintain a close relationship with the parish. “Our recent confirmation was testament to this with most parishioners joining in with the celebratory morning tea and helping out with decorations and flowers; it was essentially a community event,”

Mrs Hussey said. “We hope that the story of the baptism of our students will be one of hope for all country communities.”

Mass to celebrate Mother Eugenia’s life The Fatherhood of God’s second celebration will be held at God’s Farm on August 3 from 10.30am until 3.30pm. Located in Wilyabrup, about 256km from Perth, the event will celebrate the life of Mother Eugenia Ravasio and the mission entrusted to her from God. Born in Italy in

1907, Eugenia Elisabetta Ravasio was a nun who performed significant amounts of social work including establishing a leper colony in the Ivory Coast, as well as opening up 70 centres in remote areas of Africa, Asia and Europe. Mother Eugenia is best known for the messages she claimed to have received from God, which were approved by Bishop Alexander Caillot of Grenoble after 10 years of examination. Mother Eugenia died in 1990 and left behind a legacy of kindness, compassion and faith, which the Fatherhood of God organisation and parishioners in Wilyabrup will celebrate. The celebrations will start at the Stone

In association with the Knights of the Southern Cross, the Australian Family Association will celebrate the 10th annual National Marriage Day on August 12. The celebrations will begin with a Mass celebrated by Bishop Don Sproxton at St Mary’s Cathedral followed by light refreshments. “For a gold coin donation you can buy gold or ruby rosettes,” John Barich, state president of the Australian Family Association told The Record. The rosettes are made by wives all over Australia, while praying for couples about to be married, and symbolise love, hope, affection and loyalty - words that can be used to describe a good marriage. “National Marriage Day started with the Howard government legislating for a marriage between a man and woman in 2004,” Mr Barich said. “The government made it a statute law and we have been celebrating it ever since and we want the Church to endorse sacramental marriage more.” Towards the end of August Mr Barich will travel to Canberra to talk to politicians about the importance of marriage. “I was reading a book and it said that when two people are not married but have children, the danger of child abuse is 20 times greater,”he said. “We consider marriage to be very important.” To register, please call 9277 1644 or email wa@family.org.au.

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Born in northeastern Italy, Peter was a deacon before Emperor Valentinian III named him archbishop of Ravenna, capital of the Western empire, about 425. The empress heard his first sermon as bishop and became a patron regarding building projects and church reforms. Many of his sermons survive; they reveal good preparation, pastoral warmth and many details of Christian life in fifth-century Ravenna. Peter supported Pope Leo the Great’s teaching on the Incarnation and counseled Eutyches of Constantinople to accept Rome’s authority. He may later have been dubbed “chrysologus” (Greek for golden-worded) to give the Western church a preacher equal to John Chrysostom (golden-tongued) in the East. Peter was declared a doctor of the church in 1729.

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News and events coverage to continue THE FINAL EDITION of The Record will not spell the end of local news and events coverage, says Archdiocese of Perth communications and media manager James Parker. From early September, a new e-newsletter, together with a printed four-page newsletter, will deliver the latest news and events for the Archdiocese. The printed newsletter will be emailed directly to parishes for printing and distribution, while the e-newsletter, which will include similar content, can be sent directly to a recipient’s email inbox. Mr Parker said the everincreasing digital age does not mean a decrease in the quality or quantity of content. “The Archdiocese of Perth has seen that there are many ways to deliver on our urgent mission of spreading the good news of the Gospel,” Mr Parker said. “With the integration of news reporting and design staff from The Record into a new media and communications division for the Archdiocese, we will only deepen the engagement with society at large. “This will take time, however, so we appreciate the support of parishioners, clergy and organisations in working with us during the transition.” In his statement announcing changes to The Record last week, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB said we must be courageous in seeking new avenues for this vital work of evangelisation. “This has meant making difficult decisions about how we can best use our limited resources to achieve this aim,” the Archbishop said. “With the change from a weekly newspaper to a monthly magazine, the Archdiocese will be able to re-direct and devote its resources to improving our online presence.” The Archbishop also mentioned that the communications and media team for the Archdiocese is working hard to make the Archdiocesan website more attractive to a wider group of people, including the young, many of whom he says are far more likely to use the internet to access news and information generally than they are to read a weekly newspaper. “If our goal is to use the media to share the message of Jesus, we must try new methods and set out in new directions,” the Archbishop said.

From early September, a new e-newsletter and a printed four-page newsletter will deliver the latest news and events for the Archdiocese. .

Mr Parker also emphasised the point made by Archbishop Costelloe in his statement last week when he said that not everyone has access to the internet, nor is everyone comfortable with using this kind of technology. “It is for this reason each week that a copy of the e-newsletter will be sent to parishes and made available to those who would still like to receive a hard copy of the weekly news to take home with them,” he said. Those interested in receiving the e-newsletter direct to their email inbox are encouraged to sign up, either by sending an email to subscribe@perthcatholic.org.au or by filling in the form (right) and faxing it to (08) 9325 4580 or posting it to PO Box 3075, Adelaide Tce, Perth WA 6832. All data gathered will be kept private and confidential and will be used for distribution of news and information for the Archdiocese of Perth only. It will not be distributed to any third parties.

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Notre Dame still excelling, 25 years on IN 2014, Australia’s first Catholic university celebrates its silver anniversary. On December 21, 1989, the dreams and visions of a committed group of Western Australians were realised with the passing of The University of Notre Dame Australia Act by the Parliament of Western Australia. From humble beginnings in Fremantle’s historic West End, Notre Dame has grown to become a national university with one of the highest graduate employment rates in Australia. With 11,000 students enrolled across the country, Notre Dame’s nine colleges provide an excellent standard of university education across three campuses in Fremantle, Broome and Sydney, along with seven clinical schools in New South Wales and Victoria. Renowned for its commitment to the pastoral care of students, the university’s operations are underpinned by its Objects, which centre on providing a university education within a context of Catholic faith and values. “At Notre Dame, we strive to provide each student with an excellent education that enriches the whole person. We look forward to continuing our mission to help every student reach their full and unique potential and go on to make a positive contribution to society,” Notre Dame Vice Chancellor Professor Celia Hammond, said. To celebrate, Notre Dame will open its doors to the community for its 25th Anniversary Open Day Festival on August 17, from 10am to 3pm.

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In 2014, the University of Notre Dame Australia celebrates its 25th anniversary.

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UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME AUSTRALIA HISTORICAL TIMELINE 1989 – Passing of The University of Notre Dame Australia Act by the Western Australian Parliament. 1991 – Issuing of the Canonical Statute on July 2, 1991 at the Basilica of St Patrick, Fremantle. 1992 – The first cohort of about 50 postgraduate Education students and 25 Study Abroad students start their studies at the Fremantle campus. 1994 – Opening of the Broome campus, providing tertiary education for the Kimberley region. 1994-2000 – Establishment of foundation col-

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Reflecting on flight MH17, Archbishop Costelloe said that “human beings, no matter who they are, are never inconvenient or unimportant factors to be set aside when it suits us”. “Every single person is loved and cherished by God. Every single person is given the opportunity, through the gift of life, to make the world in which we live a better, more humane place,” he said. “None of this” he reiterated, “could possibly have been in the minds of those who callously fired on Malaysian flight MH17, causing so much death, so much anguish, so much despair.” The Archbishop then spoke of “a disease rampant... in so many parts of the world”. “It is the disease of hardness of heart,” he said. “It is the disease of ignorance of and forgetfulness of the love of God who created all of us and who loves each of his children with a passionate love.” Finally, Archbishop Costelloe called upon people to “pray with urgency and with faith, that the hard hearts of those responsible for this terrible event might somehow be touched by the wave of mourning and sorrow which has been unleashed” in order that “a deep sense of humanity might prevail in all who must now try to lead us forward out of this tragedy”.

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THE UNIVERSITY of Notre Dame Australia has changed significantly since Professor Chris Hackett stepped through its doors as part of the inaugural cohort of postgraduate education students in the early 90s; however, he says it has remained true to its roots. In 1992, Notre Dame’s College of Education opened its doors to about 50 postgraduate students who sought further skills and qualifications attuned to the Catholic school system. Since then, hundreds of education graduates have gone on to seek meaningful employment in Catholic, independent and government schools throughout Australia and internationally. “I was excited by the prospect of studying at a Catholic university that could provide postgraduate studies in my specific area of teaching – religious education,”

Professor Hackett said. “I felt that Notre Dame would be the place that reflected my experiences of teaching in a Catholic school – a place that would take a keen interest in its students, people who supported and promoted a Catholic ethos and provided a high quality of tertiary education.” Education and Arts student Sophie Monisse said she enjoys the ‘town university’ experience of Notre Dame with classes in some of the most historically significant buildings in Fremante. “I chose to study teaching at Notre Dame for the community feel of learning in Fremantle and the university’s strong emphasis on practicum,” she said. “Being able to go to a school and experience life as an educator is really rewarding and will benefit me greatly in my future career.”

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Personal Advocacy celebrates Silver Jubilee PERSONAL ADVOCACY Service (PAS), the Archdiocese’s outreach agency which provides one-to-one friendships and support within many parishes for people with intellectual disabilities, has spent the month of July celebrating its 25th anniversary in the company of past and present families and friends. Celebrations began with a Silver Jubilee cabaret at the Morley Recreation Centre in the company of Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB and Sylvan Albert, the mayor of the City of Bayswater. Other special guests included Sr Eileen Casey, founder of PAS who travelled from Melbourne to be present, and previous director Leonie Reid. Addressing those present, Archbishop Costelloe spoke of PAS being made up of “an extraordinary group of people doing extraordinary things”. “Pope Francis is reminding us that if we don’t know how to meet with each other, to show care and support for each other, then we are not the kind of disciples the Lord would like us to be,” he went on to say. A special inclusive liturgy at Infant Jesus Church in Morley then took place with Bishop Don Sproxton as main celebrant and Fr Sunny Abraham, Fr Vincent Glynn and Fr Michael Moore SM also concelebrating. The liturgical celebration was specifically chosen so as to permit fuller engagement of people with intellectual disabilities. It began with a procession, which included symbols of a candle, fresh flowers and a bird’s nest, each symbolising

God’s life-giving presence within each person. This was followed by sacred gesture and movement to God’s word. Many people present with intellectual disabilities actively

Special visitors attended the liturgy from other Christian churches, as well as WA parliamentarian Alannah MacTiernan, Archdiocesan priests and reli-

“This organisation is... a wonderful testimony to the spirit of faith and communion here in Perth.” participated in differing aspects of the liturgy from the welcome, to reading the Liturgy of the Word, leading the prayers of the faithful, preparing the altar and bringing up the gifts in procession.

gious, members of PAS’ board, and members of the Catholic Education Office of WA. As the Mass concluded, Bishop Sproxton recognised that people had come from many parishes.

He encouraged everyone present to find ways to invite people with disabilities to contribute to the life of PAS and to the wider Church community. “I am really very grateful to be in an Archdiocese that has something as valuable as PAS,” Archbishop Costelloe said. “This organisation is unique in the Church throughout Australia and is a wonderful testimony to the spirit of faith and communion here in Perth and across WA.” For more information about PAS, visit www.paswa.org.au.

Families and friends involved with PAS have been celebrating its 25th anniversary this month. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

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Historic organ gets new home By Matthew Biddle ONE OF THE STATE’S most historic musical instruments has been acquired by the Archdiocese of Perth, and will soon make St Anne’s Church in Belmont its new home. Built by the Swan River Colony’s first organ builder, Robert Clifton, between 1895 and 1908, the organ was recently donated to the parish by St Alban’s Anglican Church in Highgate, after it was deemed to be surplus to the parish’s needs. The organ was originally built for Clifton’s home in Perth, and is the biggest and most intact of his six instruments to survive until today. St Anne’s is now fundraising to cover the cost of the organ’s installation and restoration, but parish priest Fr Michael Rowe told The Record the cost is far less than what the organ is worth, making its donation a “generous gift”. Fr Rowe said he first learnt that St Alban’s Anglican Parish was no longer in need of the organ last year. “I rang the rector there, the Reverend Trevor Goodman-Jones, and he said... they were looking for a new home for the organ,” he said. Along with several other interested parties, St Anne’s made an application for the organ, and Fr Rowe was informed that the application had been successful in December 2013. St Alban’s decided St Anne’s met all the criteria it had for the organ’s new home – that it be used regularly, that it belong to a church, that it stay in WA, and that the new owner pay for all costs associated with its removal. The organ has already been moved out of Highgate and has been disassembled for restoration. It is hoped it will be installed and in use at St Anne’s next month. Fr Rowe said the organ, which is roughly as old as the St Anne’s church building, would be an excellent addition to the parish. “It will help the Church’s liturgy because the organ can play the pieces of music that couldn’t be played on the old organ, specifically pieces written by Bach and so forth,” he said. “We always needed a good pipe organ to enhance the liturgy at St Anne’s because the one we had... didn’t have sufficient range to play the Church’s music.” Dr Andrew Cichy, the organ consultant for the project, said the

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The Clifton pipe organ, which was recently donated to St Anne’s Parish in Belmont.

Clifton organ’s tone can be described as “bright, clear and warm”. “The scaling of the pipework is perfect for St Anne’s church, so that while providing good support for singing as well as solo repertoire, the sound will never be oppressively loud or shrill,” he said. Dr Cichy said the new instrument would be better equipped than the previous parish organ to train future organists and to produce a better musical repertoire. “It’s my hope that it will become not just a liturgical instrument for Belmont but also a high-quality teaching instrument for the Archdiocese,” he said. “It is a significant project for Catholics in Perth, as it is the first

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time in more than 25 years that a pipe organ with mechanical action has been installed in a Catholic church in the Archdiocese. “Mechanical action is the type of action that was employed for centuries before electricity was invented. [Organs with mechanical action] can play much more expressively than with an electrical action.” The last mechanical pipe organ to find a home at a Catholic church in Perth was installed at St Cecilia’s Parish in Floreat in 1988. Trinity College Chapel, the Benedictine Monastery of New Norcia and St Francis Xavier Cathedral in Geraldton are the only other Catholic churches in the State with a mechanical action organ.

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Mr Cichy said St Anne’s had done “extremely well” to secure such a valuable and historic instrument. “One thing I do a lot of is consulting for parishes wanting to install a second-hand organ, and they are often an attractive and financially viable option,” he said. “There are often very beautiful instruments that need new homes. The organ at Our Lady Queen of Peace, Willagee, is a very exciting project and is another example of a high-quality instrument being given a new home in the Archdiocese.” The cost of refurbishing and installing the organ is $9,540. To aid the fundraising effort, contact Fr Michael Rowe on 9444 9604.

VICAR GENERAL of the Bunbury diocese Fr Tony Chiera welcomed an enthusiastic group of 45 men who gathered in the parish centre at Bunbury on May 17 to kick off the first menALIVE weekend in the diocese. The weekend followed the tried and tested menALIVE format, which provides space for men to reflect on their journey as God’s sons in the company of other men, but the results were far from ordinary. Saturday afternoon provided a dedicated time for personal prayer and reconciliation, and most took the opportunity for reconciliation - some for the first time in many years. Saturday evening began with drinks and a barbeque, followed by a talk on how we are redeemed, restored and released through Jesus, and the men had an opportunity to make a response to God’s invitation. The Sunday morning sessions covered the importance of prayer, and the practical aspects of what it means to be a Christian man, husband and father. Attendee Simon Healy said that for him, the menALIVE weekend was a life-changer. “I know what to do, and how to move forward,” he said. Fellow participant Nathan Barrie said the menALIVE weekend reignited the fire of the Holy Spirit in his life. The weekend culminated with Mass celebrated by Fr Pierre Repuyan with music led by the Maher brothers. Twenty-seven men from the weekend have formed a men’s choir that debuted at the 10am Mass at the Bunbury Cathedral on June 29. Three journalling groups have also begun since the weekend where the men meet once a week to read, reflect and share on the daily Mass readings. The next menALIVE weekend in the diocese will be in Mandurah from September 13-14.

Physios get a welcome boost thanks to UNDA lecturer SCHOOL OF Physiotherapy Lecturer at the University of Notre Dame’s Fremantle campus Jennifer Persaud has made a significant contribution towards a process which has resulted in the delivery of greater professional rewards and workplace entitlements for Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapists (APP). Ms Persaud, also an Advanced Practitioner Physiotherapist, said this was a monumental outcome for professional and pre-service physiotherapists who aspire to develop their clinical career in the WA public health service. “The outcome has introduced a positive change to the career pathway possibilities for physiotherapists employed in WA health. This will have a knock-on effect for physiotherapy students as they are the future of the physiotherapy profession,” Ms Persaud said. “I am pleased to know that as the students graduate and enter the workforce, they now have a new potential career option and rewards

available to them as they progress through their career.” An extensive work assessment process was completed in early 2014 which formally evaluated the worth of the APP roles.

“As the students graduate and enter the workforce, they now have a new potential career option and rewards available to them as they progress.” Ms Persaud, along with her fellow APP colleagues and other key stakeholders, were engaged to provide evidence to support their recommendation for a new and higher clinical grade to be created within the WA health pay award to fairly reflect the work of the APPs.

On April 29, as a result of the evaluation process, an official decision was made to classify the APP posts at a higher level than had previously existed in the pay award structure. “APP roles were originally implemented as an alternate model of care to assist health care organisations to meet with the growing global trend for increased demands upon health services,” Ms Persaud said. “APPs work in collaboration with medical practitioners to carry out high level and complex duties that have traditionally been performed by doctors. “The reported benefits of these roles include: cost effectiveness, high patient satisfaction, improved patient flow and reduced wait lists. Ms Persaud and her fellow APPs said they were delighted with the outcome and have thanked those who assisted in seeing the proposed changes actually being realised.

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Navy chaplain grateful for 25 years in Australia By Matthew Biddle WHEN Fr Paul Raj was ordained in 1982 in Chennai, India, he never imagined he would spend the majority of his priesthood in Perth. But this year marks 25 years since Fr Raj first arrived in Australia, eventually being incardinated into the Archdiocese of Perth in 1995. Fr Raj told The Record his journey to Perth started when he migrated to Melbourne at the invitation of his brother in 1989. “Mgr Michael Keating, who was Vicar General at the time, invited me to visit Perth, and I never returned to Melbourne,” he said. He was accepted into the Archdiocese by then-Archbishop William Foley, taking up postings at parishes south of Perth. Over the years, Fr Raj has served as parish priest at Willetton, Gingin-Chittering, Spearwood, Kwinana, Kalamunda and Hilton, where he is based today.

The 59-year-old has also served as a part-time chaplain for the Australian Defence Force-Navy for the past 18 years, something he describes as a “privilege”. “Accepting the sailors and officers as they are, recognising their lifestyle in ships, subs and warzones, and

“Among all the struggles and challenges, I learnt to listen to the Holy Spirit, who was my guide and inner strength.” offering them support is part of our ministry,” he said. “I have learnt a lot, and my time in the navy has helped me to work in the parish.” Aside from his role with the navy, Fr Raj said he was most passionate about building parish communities.

“Once the community is built, the leaders will carry out their duties even after the priest has left the parish,” he said. “Hospitality, spirituality and stewardship are the key elements to build a vibrant community. These core values have helped me and I have always tried to promote and implement them in a parish situation.” Fr Raj said his priestly ministry has not been without its challenges. “No doubt there have been struggles I’ve had to face,” he said. “But among all the struggles and challenges, I learnt to listen to the power of the Holy Spirit, who was my guide and inner strength.” The Our Lady of Mount Carmel parish priest said he was looking forward to continuing his ministry in the navy for as long as possible. “I encourage the priests of the Archdiocese particularly the young ones to consider joining the Defence Force as a chaplain,” he said.

Fr Paul Raj has been a part-time chaplain for the Australian Defence Force-Navy for the past 18 years, a role he has enjoyed immensely. PHOTO: PAUL BUI

Marriage ministry crucial for society By Matthew Biddle WOR L DW I DE Marriage Encounter (WWME), a ministry formed to proclaim the value of marriage and holy orders, will celebrate 40 years of work in Australia on August 17. Founded in Spain in 1952, WWME spread to Sydney in 1974, and then to other parts of Australia, New Zealand and the Pacific Islands. The work of WWME revolves around a ‘Marriage Encounter Weekend’, in which married couples and priests learn skills to communicate better, coordinator Max Mayes told The Record. “I don’t like to think of it as a one-off, all-fix weekend, but the weekend is pivotal in having that process of dialogue start,” he said. There are usually three Marriage Encounter Weekends held in Perth every year, each attracting about 10 couples. Mr Mayes said the weekend involved very little spontaneous individual sharing, but followed a more structured format. “There are three married couples that are experienced in the process that present and there’s a marriage encounter priest,” he said. “All of them share from their own lives... the people attending the weekend reflect on what they’ve heard and the couples dialogue individually in privacy. “In that way they gradually come to understand more about themselves and about each other and learning the value of dialogue.” As the new WWME ecclesial team for Perth, Mr Mayes, his wife Annie, and Fr Emil Ciecierega SDS recently met Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB. “We were delighted to meet him,” Mr Mayes said. “We had some discussion about problems we’re facing and the kind of things we’ve achieved and Archbishop Costelloe gave us quite a bit of advice and encouragement. “ The Church and the Archdiocese are very interested in the family unit, as being crucial to

Fr Emil Ciecierega SDS, far left, together with Max and Annie Mayes, met Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB recently.

the basis of the Church and our society.” With marriage breakdown common even among Catholics, Mr Mayes said WWME aim to help marriages to succeed and families stay together. “The ongoing cycle that broken marriages sets off is terrible,” he said. “We talk about youth ministry and all that kind of thing, but really, in the first place, if marriages are strong and healthy, everything looks after itself.” Mr Mayes said WWME has helped thousands of people in

Australia, Catholics and nonCatholics, over the years. “It was really big, in terms of the number of people that were coming through, some years ago, but we’ve gone through a bit of a lull in the

participants, as well as anyone interested in the work of WWME. Archbishop Emeritus Barry Hickey will celebrate Mass at St Thomas More Parish in Bateman at 11am to mark the occasion, fol-

“We’ve really got a deeper and more fully expressed relationship and I’d just love that for everyone.” last five years, but we’re starting to see a bit of a kick up again,” he said. It is hoped the ministry’s 40th anniversary celebrations on August 17 will attract many previous Marriage Encounter Weekend

lowed by a shared lunch and presentations from several couples. Mr Mayes said his and his wife’s experience at a Marriage Encounter Weekend had inspired them to want others to also gain the ben-

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efits of the program. “Ours was a perfunctory kind of marriage in many ways when I look back, we were just sort of going through the motions,” he said. “We did the weekend first in October 2008 and it was lifechanging, but it was the beginning of big changes in our relationship, because of the tools and structures made available to us. “Through WWME we’ve really got a deeper and more fully expressed relationship and I’d just love that for everyone here in Western Australia and indeed in the world.”

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Altar servers join forces for Somascan-led camp By Mathew De Sousa THIRTY CHILDREN from St Jerome’s Parish in Munster and Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Rockingham took part in an alter server’s camp at Lake Leschenaultia in Chidlow from July 14-16. The camp involved faith formation, daily Mass and recitation of the Rosary and Divine Mercy Chaplet, coupled with outdoor activities and games such as canoeing, bush walking and camp-fire fellowship. The camp was organised by RE coordinator John Fernandez and supported by parent volunteers, members of the Somascan Young Adults group, Somascan Frs Mathew Velliyamkandathil, Johnson Malayil, Pierluigi Vajra, and Johnson D’Souza and Br Chris De Sousa. The camp was also conducted as a means to further unite the two parishes, which are under the care of the Somascan Fathers. The children who took part experienced a time of bonding with their fellow altar servers, which fostered unity and a greater sense of community. Our Lady of Lourdes Parish recently welcomed its new parish priest, Fr Pierluigi Vajra CRS and assistant priest, Fr Johnson D’Souza CRS. Fr Johnson Malayil CRS, who has been acting parish priest in Rockingham since early this year, will return to St Jerome’s Parish.

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New book a practical handbook on evangelisation By Bishop Peter Elliott

The annual Catholic Youth Ministry Ball was held at the Claremont Yacht Club on July 19. Titled ‘Exuberant Joy’, the night was a truly joyful event with great food, dancing and young adults gathered from a range of parishes, youth groups and communities and movements from around Perth. PHOTOS: SUPPLIED

WHAT IF your parish was to set up a stall in the shopping mall offering people information about the Catholic faith? What if we went out and knocked on people’s doors to explain our faith? What if we really penetrated the social media to proclaim Christ’s Gospel and the faith? These are just a few of the strategies proposed by Archbishop Julian Porteous of Hobart in New Evangelisation: Pastoral Strategy for the Church at the Beginning of the Third Millennium. In a clearly written book, he does not merely talk about the “new evangelisation”. Surely we have had enough of that. He gets down to strategy and action - what then is to be done? But first he tackles basic questions, what do we mean by “evangelisation” and what is different about this “new evangelisation” promoted by St Pope John Paul II and Popes Benedict and Francis? Here, the Archbishop gives a compact history of Christian evangelisation and Church teachings as a factual background. Then he moves on to explore the challenges of proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus Christ in secularised societies today. In New Evangelisation, Archbishop Porteous does not reinvent the evangelistic wheel; rather, he directs us to work in communities that are Christian bases for a new evangelisation: family, parish, the Catholic school, university, youth mission. If your parish, school, prayer group or movement really wants to break out of a cosy Catholic comfort zone and evangelise, this is the practical and inspiring handbook for you. But the issue is crucial. Christians in a secularised society dare not evade the tough option – evangelise or vanish.

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The necessity of good priestly ministry Dr Andrew Kania writes about the culture of priestly clericalism and its connection with Pope St Gregory the Great.

NE OF THE MOST famous of mediaeval pilgrimage sites was the murder scene of Archbishop Thomas Becket in Canterbury Cathedral. After the English Reformation led by Henry the Eighth, and the subsequent desecration of Becket’s tomb and relics, St Thomas’ memory, in the English psyche at least, lost its glimmer. However, the Becket story was once more stimulated in the 20th century, on the wave of TS Eliot’s Murder in the Cathedral, and the critically acclaimed and Academy Award winning 1964 motion picture, Becket, starring Richard Burton in the title role and Peter O’Toole as Henry II. However, the gruesome nature of Becket’s martyrdom has overshadowed the original cause of the dispute between his once good friend, the King, and himself. Professor Frank Barlow in his biography, Thomas Becket, details what brought Church and State to the point of murder. To Barlow, the answer is not as simple as the desire of the King to acquire wealth from the Church; the King did indeed have very real grievances that pre-existed Becket’s speedy and politically motivated enthroning as Archbishop. According to Barlow, Henry the Second’s chief dispute with Becket was how the law in England had become, in recent times, increasingly dualistic, the laity and clergy being tried differently for the same crimes. Soon after Becket had been installed as Archbishop, Henry had attempted to confront this issue, head on, believing that his good friend would acquiesce. What Henry discovered was a friend who had decided to take on his new vocation as Archbishop with a mettle and dedication that the King had not perceived would be the case when he thought up the ‘expedient’ appointment. Becket did not wish to harbour criminals within the ranks of the clergy but he refused to be a prelate who readily handed over their judgement to a secular authority. Barlow writes: “The problem of how to treat criminous clerks, that is to say priests and clerks defamed or accused of committing a serious secular crime, a felony, for which, in the case of the laity, the penalty was death or mutilation as well as confiscation of their land and chattels, was becoming tricky. Two contentious issues were emerging: how should they be tried and how punished? In the past, bishops had not exerted themselves unduly to protect clerical malefactors hailed before a secular tribunal. Of many cases, they would have heard nothing: to some, they may have turned a blind eye. When necessary, they stripped the criminal of his clerical orders and left him to his fate as a layman. Sometimes, especially when it was an ecclesiastical crime, such as heresy or rebellion against ecclesiastical authority, they actually invited or required the lay power to inflict a corporal punishment. By the second half of the 12th century, however, some of these attitudes were less easy to maintain. The clergy was becoming more distinct as a separate order in society; theologians were inclining towards the view that holy orders were indelible; knowledge of canon law was spreading; and there was greater administrative efficiency. But, as soon as ‘benefit of clergy’ emerged as a useful plea for clerical criminals, it not only frustrated and irritated royal and other secular justiciars but also created the impression that the number of criminous clerks was growing fast” (Barlow, 1986, p 92). Barlow goes on to write that what precipitated the great stand-

Above: A stained glass window of Pope Saint Gregory the Great from St Mary parish in Gloucester, NJ, USA.

off between Becket and Henry was one such case; that of a cleric of Worcester who had killed an honourable lay-man in order to defile the dead man’s daughter. Both the Archbishop and the King wanted to see the cleric (and other such miscreants) tried; however, the dispute was whether Church or State had the greater right to do so. In any event, Becket’s eventual murder in the Cathedral highlighted one man’s preparedness to die for the Church but it also gave rise to the entrenched, cancerous growth of clericalism; for a powerful king had attempted to challenge ecclesiastical authority in his realm, and was now doing penance in a sackcloth at the fresh-laid tomb of his adversary. It would take a few hundred years for Henry the Eighth to set the ledger squarely in favour of the State. One of the key findings of the 2009 Murphy Report in Ireland was that a culture of clericalism assisted in the perpetration of the crimes that took place within the Church of that nation. Clericalism, or the phenomenon where the ordained ministry moves over time from a Sacrament of Service to a Sacrament of self-Service, is, by no stretch of the imagination, a modern occurrence, evidently seen in the Thomas Becket and King Henry II, scenario. No less of an authority than Pope St Gregory the Great in the sixth century spoke at length in his The Book of Pastoral Rule, of the dangers of the ordained ministry, being left on its own, from constant

vigilance and scrutiny. A master of Pastoral Care, Pope St Gregory the Great (540-604), is embraced by both the Catholic Churches of the East and West for his endeavours to set out clearly a template by which pride within priestly ranks can be tempered, so that the priest, because of his ordained status, does not become so elevated in his mind that his private and public actions begin to take on an air of being beyond reproach. Implicit

his actions over the teachings of the Church if he believed that God was vigilantly present. So important was the necessity for good priestly ministry that in his second Chapter of Part One, of The Book of Pastoral Rule, Pope St Gregory the Great points out that: “Indeed, pastors drink the clearest water” when, with an accurate understanding, they imbibe the streams of truth. But the same “disturb the water with their feet”

One of the key findings of the 2009 Murphy Report in Ireland was that a culture of clericalism assisted in the perpetration of the crimes that took place within the Church of that nation. in Pope St Gregory the Great’s guidelines is his acknowledgement that when pride begins to become endemic throughout a community, or diocese of priests, the laity not only suffer but they are at very real moral, and perhaps physical, danger. St Gregory the Great clearly states that the priesthood should have a respect afforded to it - because of the charism granted to it by the Holy Spirit - but similarly, the priest must be worthy of this respect - worthy as he is a humble servant of Christ. Clericalism is fostered when the priest or group of priests begin to perceive themselves as being above reproach - this is caused by the death of God in their hearts; for no priest would elevate

when they corrupt the study of holy meditation with an evil life. Obviously, the sheep drink that which was muddled by feet when, as subjects, they do not attend to the words that they hear but imitate only the depraved examples that they observe. While the laity thirst for what is said, they are perverted by the pastor’s works as if they were to drink mud from a polluted fountain. Consequently, it is written: “[Bad] prophets are a snare of ruin.” Likewise, the Lord speaks again of [evil] priests through the prophet: “They were a stumbling block of iniquity to the house of Israel” (Pope St Gregory the Great, 2007, pp 31 and 32). St Gregory the Great concludes

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his chapter with powerful words aimed at all the clerics of the Church - words of warning, that they risk damning not only their soul, but the souls of those they lead if their actions become perverse. This perversity need not be of a sexual nature, although this has become in recent times the most scandalous result of clericalism - a conspiracy of silence within the priesthood. Graft, simony, lies, nepotism, hypocrisy, are all crimes against the priesthood. St Gregory the Great’s ancient warning speaks over 1,400 years - yet speaks with an immediacy that belies its Age; for sinfulness is sadly perennial; and wantonness has a place in the heart irrespective of technological advance and educational progress. St Gregory the Great concludes with words instructive as they are words of dire warning: “No one does more harm in the Church than he who has the title or rank of holiness and acts perversely… Moreover, because such a sinner is honoured by the dignity of his rank, his offences spread considerably by way of example… Whoever, therefore, gives off the appearance of sanctity but destroys another by his word or example, it would be better for him that his earthly acts, demonstrated by worldly habits, would bind him to death than for his sacred office to be a source for the imitation of vice in another. Indeed, his punishment in hell would be less terrible if he fell alone” (Pope St Gregory the Great, 2007, p 32).

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BIBIANA KWARAMBA Admin Officer and Bookshop Manager, 2008-present I liked the way we used to pray together as one family; it kept me in the presence of God. I’ve also met some amazing people working in the bookshop and sometimes it has been challenging dealing with some of the colourful people who have come in. Prayer has always helped me in my work and, together with my faith, this has been the foundation of The Record; it is what connects us. There was a sincerity and genuine goodness in the people who worked at The Record, which I will never forget.

In this final edition of The Record as a weekly newspaper, we take a look at some of the editors, journalists, production and administration staff who have dedicated their lives to producing The Record. We take this opportunity to thank everyone who has worked so hard in announcing the good news.

It has been a wonderful experience and an opportunity to learn about the Catholic Church and the amazing individuals within it. I will always remember my trip to the leper colony and aids facility with Rob Hiini; I also went to Lourdes, the place of miracles, and wrote articles for The Record from there and I visited the Tiwi Islands, a remote Aboriginal community run by the Missionaries of the Sacred Heart. I have worked with fantastic people over the past ten years and I’ve seen a few changes. I’m really appreciative to Peter Rosengren for giving me this opportunity and, while I am sad to see one era go, I look forward to the new changes ahead.

Having read The Record throughout most of my childhood, it was only natural that my first story as a young journalist should be published in The Record during my studies at Edith Cowan University. I was in regular contact with former Editor David Kehoe who was a great mentor, teacher, friend and source of encouragement. I took on a temporary role at The Record in May 2001 while then journalists Peter Rosengren and Glynnis Grainger were on annual leave. It was an eye-opening experience and I was able to see firsthand how a newspaper works. It was my first paid role as a journalist and the start of a great career. Following a period of time interstate and overseas, I started as a journalist and photographer at The Record in June 2004. During that time I covered events around Western Australia, including the work of the Catholic Church in Broome and China as well as World Youth Day in Germany 2005.

MATTHEW BIDDLE

ANTHONY BARICH

PETER ROSENGREN

Journalist, 2013-2014

Journalist, 2006-2011

Editor, 2001-2013

When I was a journalism student we had to write a news article approximately 300 words in length. I wrote my story about a football game that happened between St Mary’s Cathedral and St John’s Pro-Cathedral and former Editor Peter Rosengren published my story. It was the start of my association with The Record. I will always remember it for the work environment that was friendly, comfortable and nice. Matthew Biddle finishes at The Record in July 2014 to take on a new role with the Archdiocese of Canberra & Goulburn.

Journalist, 2004-present

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PRESENT AND PAST STAFF AT THE RECORD

MARK REIDY

JAMIE O'BRIEN

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EUGEN MATTES Former Production Co-ordinator, now Volunteer Proofreader, 1981-present I worked ten years full time with layouts and advertising from 1994 till 2004 and after I retired I went back to proofreading, which I have now done for several years. I worked at Vanguard Press with Fr Cunningham for ten years producing The Record, before I worked at the paper and I was in charge of pre-press. I have been involved with The Record since 1981. I believe that it is still necessary to spread God’s message through the print media, I think it’s most important for people to find God. My most favourite memory: when Peter was a journalist he rang me up and asked me whether I wanted to come and work at The Record - that was definitely one of my favourite memories. If the magazine helps people in their Catholic faith, that will be a good thing.

I did work experience then casual work, including writing and sub-editing, while studying Bachelor of Arts (English) at Curtin University in 1998-99, under then-editor David Kehoe, who was a great mentor; a true professional. Then, having worked in the NT and South Australia for several years for News Limited as a sports writer, I returned to The Record in October 2006 as a part-time journo and quickly moved into the role of senior journalist, standing in occasionally as editor for Peter Rosengren. As Peter's vision of The Record and mine started taking shape, my role morphed into a 'national editor' of sorts, until I left The Record mid-2011, by which time I was writing and laying out much of the newspaper, under my good friend, Peter Rosengren. I loved working there. As much as we achieved at The Record, my greatest memory will always be my friendships gained. It was an extraordinary situation where the person you work for is a true friend and we could carry forward a vision of The Record to be a truly national paper, insofar as it can be as a 'diocesan' newspaper. We went far beyond the stereotype of Catholic papers, which I could best sum up by a Catholic mate's response when I told him work was a bit quiet at one point: "It must be a priest's birthday somewhere!"

After 18 years at The Record, including the last 13 as Editor, Peter Rosengren left The Record in October 2013 to take up the role of Editor of The Catholic Weekly in Sydney. From the beginning he took a different approach to the job. Whether it was introducing John Paul II’s Theology of the Body to sell-out WA audiences or breaking developments on the new Personal Ordinariate for former Anglicans around the globe, he introduced a new mentality and style of journalism to the Catholic media, championing a professional standard. A few years ago, he received an email from a priest working under the auspices of the Congregation for the Doctrine of the Faith congratulating him for one of his characteristically direct editorials. “That was quite a surprise,” Mr Rosengren admitted. “But after that I thought ‘well, who needs awards?’” As Editor, he sent journalists on two occasions to China to report on the then little-known work of Macau-based Jesuit Fr Luis Ruiz, throughout the Chinese interior. The Record readers responded by donating tens of thousands of dollars to Fr Ruiz’s work for the poorest of the poor - lepers cast out of their own homes and children suffering from HIV-AIDS. Undeterred by opposition, his editorial campaign in 2007 played its role in preventing the legalisation of prostitution under then Attorney General Jim McGinty. “It was relatively straightforward,” he said. “Our argument was that no-one has the right to sell women and girls - period. We faced opposition from unusual quarters but we pushed on. It worked."

HUGH RYAN Communications Officer to former Archbishop of Perth, Barry Hickey, 2001-2009 I worked for Archbishop Hickey and during that time I worked quite a bit with The Record; I was acting editor several times when Peter wasn’t there. I’ve been a journalist and government press secretary for premiers and worked at The West Australian for nearly eight years. I enjoyed The Record and working for the Archbishop more than any other work that I’ve done; I really enjoyed my time there. There were many things that The Record did very well; it did a very good job of communicating a lot of things to not only Catholics but to the world. It was a happy time and it was very enjoyable; I’ll be sorry to see it go. I hope that the new process works out very well.

ROBERT HIINI Journalist and Acting Editor, 2009-2014 I remember the great goodness of my colleagues and the sense we all had of working for God in serving His people. Their sincerity in searching after and communing with God, their manifest kindness, is something I will always remember.

GLYNNIS GRAINGER Journalist, 1999-2001

SYLVIA DEFENDI CHRIS JAQUES

Journalist, 2006 to 2008

Proofreader, 2009-present

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JUANITA SHEPHERD

Working at The Record has been a blessing for me, personally, professionally and spiritually. We have a very close-knit team and I value their friendship which means it’s always hard to say farewells and welcome change. It’s good to know that as we move towards a new venture, at least Bibiana, Mat, Mark and I will remain as part of the old guard, at least for now! I have been proud to work on this paper and in this office and wish God’s blessings on all who have been associated with our wonderful newspaper.

Production Manager, 2010-present

Journalist, 2012-2014

I have worked at The Record for the past three and a half years and the thing that stands out for me is working with a team who have been the most dedicated and genuine people working towards spreading the Gospel.

Words fail to express how much The Record team means to me; not only have I learnt to become a better journalist under the guidance of Peter Rosengren and Robert Hiini but, more importantly, I have had the privilege of befriending the nicest group of people that make The Record so much more than just a newspaper.

I have a couple of great memories working at The Record, the first being that it was my first 'real' job after university and my time at The Record became the foundation for my future career. Secondly, I had the good fortune of working for The Record when the renovation and completion of St Mary's Cathedral began. I was granted access to the work site and was able to see, photograph and document the catacombs discovered when the floor boards were removed.

I started working at The Record in 1999 as a full time journalist. In 2001, I worked every day except Fridays and, after 2002, I became a contributor. I really enjoyed working at The Record; I blossomed at work. I used to work for The West Australian for 17 years, then I got a job at The Record and I was thrilled to bits to contribute my skills. My fondest memory is getting front-page stories and working with the nuns and priests and doing the Alzheimer story. I feel that it was good that I got a job in my early 50s; I had breast cancer in 2011 and I kept on working, as it was an incentive to do something other than worrying about myself. I was really pleased to be working at such a traumatic time. My husband George has done a number of photographs and has also had his by-line in The Record. I enjoyed working at The Record and I hope the magazine will be successful. I really enjoyed working with David Kehoe when he was the editor and Peter Rosengren; they were very kind to me and all the staff was so helpful and they were really lovely.

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Going into the prisons to meet Christ

For John McCarthy, prison chaplaincy isn’t just about taking Christ to those behind bars, as Mark Reidy explains...

OHN MCCARTHY has met men guilty of heinous crimes such as murder, rape and paedophilia, but says he has yet to discover one who doesn’t have some good in him. John, who is retiring from his role as a Catholic prison chaplain next month, recently shared his experiences of the past 11 years reaching out to those forgotten by society. At 65, when most people would have been planning a life of rest and retirement, John found himself wandering within the razor-wired walls of Hakea Prison in Canning Vale. With no formal training in this particular ministry and unsure how to approach the incarcerated population surrounding him, John recalls the pivotal moment that would set the foundation for the next decade of ministry. He remembers the first time he walked into a section alone and found himself in the presence of three tattooed and very tough looking bikies. His first instinct was one of fear, and he began to make a hasty exit, but then something within him halted the retreat. “I soon realised the Holy Spirit was at work, letting me know these were exactly the people I was here for. I stepped forward instead of back and introduced myself. They were friendly guys, we had a great chat, and I knew from that moment what approach I had to take,” John says. It was an attitude that guided him in his interaction with thousands of prisoners, of all faiths and none, including teenage boys whom he also visits each week at Banksia Hill Juvenile Detention Centre. John is one of a team of chaplains and volunteers entering into our prisons to offer a listening ear, practical help and advice, and to hold weekly church services, bringing Holy Communion to those inside, as well as offering memorial services for prisoners, officers and their families. John’s main role, he says, is to be a listener and, with his genial and easy-going nature, it’s easy to see why men hardened by life’s circumstances would open up to him. “Prisoners initially come seeking advice”, he reflects. “But as they are talking they often arrive at the solution themselves – a sort of a light bulb moment – where they realise ‘Oh, it’s me that has to change’.” John understands that he and other chaplains play an important role for those serving time because they often provide the only avenue where men and youth can discuss personal issues with someone outside the official jail system. “In a prison environment it can be detrimental to share certain information with other inmates because that information can easily be used in the wrong way and make life pretty miserable,” John says. “There’s a need to have an outsider to provide a listening ear and often we can provide them with the opportunity to vocalise a concern for the first time.” John acknowledges that due to the nature of the environments in Hakea and Banksia Hill, there is always an element of risk involved, but he says he has never felt threatened or intimidated in any way and has always been treated with respect by prisoners and officers alike. He also emphasises that the preparation and training for new chaplains is more organised and professional than when he began. John’s personal journey to this ministry is an interesting story in itself and his desire to reach out to those on the periphery of society has been a common thread throughout it. Born in Perth in 1939, John is a self-described “square peg

John McCarthy says he has thoroughly enjoyed the 11 years he has spent as a Catholic prison chaplain in WA.

in a round hole”. He studied at St Charles’ Seminary in Guildford and then Adelaide and was ordained a priest at the age of 23. Soon after, he found himself visiting isolated ‘fettlers’ (railway repair men) along the Trans Australia Railway between Kalgoorlie and the South Australian border, travelling in the once famous ‘Tea and Sugar’ train. He discovered his rapport with other “square pegs”, men and their families, isolated in the middle of a desert.

“There’s a need to have an outsider to provide a listening ear and often we can provide them with the opportunity to vocalise a concern for the first time.” Experiencing personal difficulties, John spent six months on Thursday Island and then several years as a parish priest on an island on the north coast of Papua New Guinea. In 1972, after nine years as a priest, John applied and received laicisation. He found himself in Sydney teaching in schools and it was here he would meet his wife Angela with whom, he announces proudly, he will soon celebrate their 40th anniversary. John and Angela returned

to Perth and had a son before unexpectedly finding themselves adopting the three young daughters of a neighbour who had passed away. It was a blessing and a challenge both he and Angela embraced, reflecting, once again, the desire to reach out in love to those experiencing trauma. “We felt we had been blessed and wanted to pass on that blessing to others,” he says. After receiving a degree from Edith Cowan University in Computer Education, John taught at various schools around Perth, but by 2000 his “inner square peg” had become restless and he found himself travelling to East Timor for several weeks at a time, initially with a group from Notre Dame University. It was a time of great political and humanitarian crisis and John tried to plant seeds for future stability through education – setting up computers and programs to assist locals who were experiencing traumatic personal and social upheaval. By 2002 John was approaching retirement age and looking for a future direction. Angela, he said, was also praying for the right doors to open in his life, but when he had an accident on his pushbike that led to six months’ rehabilitation, he laughed that he would be hesitant to ask for her prayers again. It was an enforced sabbatical, however, that eventually led to his “post-retirement” chaplaincy career.

The past 11 years have provided John with precious and unique opportunities to spend time with people who never felt they belonged and he will always be grateful. He would love to continue in the role but says his body is less willing than his spirit and he knows it is time to pass the mantle onto others. Despite John’s Catholic identity, the role of all prison chaplains is not to proselytise, but to support the prisoners in their own quest for God, while at the same time accepting opportunities to introduce faith to those who are actively seeking it. He is often handing out crosses or prayer, feast day and saint cards,

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as well as discussing issues such as sexual morality and personal responsibility, especially with adolescents who are trying to discover their identity within a hostile environment. But John is under no illusions about his place in the spiritual scheme of things. “In my time as a chaplain I have always lived by one philosophy,” he says with a smile. “It was not so much about bringing Christ into the prisons, as it was about going into the prisons to meet Christ.” It was confirmation that the square peg had finally found the right hole.

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Fr Anscar defies the odds to reach Golden Jubilee By Matthew Biddle IN 1964, a young seminarian preparing for ordination to the priesthood was told to prepare for death and forget about becoming a priest. Suffering from systemic lupus, the young man was hoping to make it through the final six months before his ordination. But with the help of God, he didn’t just make it to his ordination, he went much further. Fr Anscar McPhee celebrated his Golden Jubilee of ordination to the priesthood on July 16 at New Norcia, an incredible effort for someone who would have been happy just to be able to celebrate one Mass. “Nothing, absolutely nothing, thrills my very soul as to be able to say one more Mass,” he says. “Everything else gives way, even the most favoured images stored up and treasured in the mind, before the living reality of doing this in memory of him.” Fr Anscar said the celebrations to mark the occasion were “extraordinary”. “Roughly 150 people turned up, all faces that I knew, some of them since my very ordination itself in 1964, all people immeasurably special in my life, all of them greatly loved,” he said. The 75-year-old will now travel to Melbourne for another celebration with his family in the parish church where he first served as an altar boy. Fr Anscar was born in 1939 in Victoria, and was one of 12 children, three of whom became priests. He began his novitiate at New Norcia in 1957 as an 18-year-old, and was professed the following year. After his ordination in 1964, Fr Anscar was placed in charge of the Benedictine Oblates, and later filled the role of novice master. In 1984, he began ministering in the remote Aboriginal community in Kalumburu, where he stayed until returning to New Norcia in 2012. Fr Anscar, who is now writing his memoirs, said the celebrations in honour of his Golden Jubilee were reminders of God’s grace

Fr Anscar McPhee celebrated his Golden Jubilee at New Norcia with friends and family on July 16.

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and help over the years. “I can’t say how grateful to God I am for all his goodness to me all through the years of my priesthood and even for organising these parties,”

“Nothing, absolutely nothing, thrills my very soul as to be able to say one more Mass.” he told The Record. “The priesthood may today be under fire, but sharing in the priesthood of Christ remains beyond all imagination something most beautiful.”

Artists impress again for Mandorla By Matthew Biddle THE VERY BEST of Christian artwork was on show again in Perth last week during the exhibition of submissions for the Mandorla Art Award. Paul Kaptein’s untitled sculptural artwork was judged the winner of this year’s award, with the judges describing the piece as “technically very refined”. The laminated timber sculpture was hand-carved out of Paulownia wood, and secured the $25,000 prize ahead of more than 160 other entries. Other winners included Julian Poon, Stephen Fearnley and Aaron Moore. The biennial award, which was first presented in 1985, is centred on the continuing development and patronage of Christian art, according to its chairperson Angela McCarthy. “In the 20th century, Christian art sadly diminished and with the rise of secularism we need to nurture it in a serious and defined way,” she told The Record. Artists making submissions for the Mandorla Art Award were asked to interpret a scriptural theme in a contemporary way. This year’s theme was ‘Elijah meets God’, taken from the first book of Kings.

Julian Poon’s acrylic paint and texta on canvas entry, titled ‘Elijah Hears God’, won the $5,000 prize for emerging artists, sponsored by St John of God Health Care. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

“Elijah is running away from a dangerous situation after he had come into conflict with the wor-

shippers of Baal. He does not find God in the earthquake, storm or fire, but in the “sheer silence”,” Mrs

McCarthy explained. This year’s exhibition included artworks from two previous winners of the youth

award section, an encouraging sign for the future. “This means that these young people are continuing to work in the area of Christian art which is very important for our future,” Mrs McCarthy said. She added that this year’s finalists have created many “rich and challenging” artworks. “Once again, the number and quality of entries submitted has grown this year, with 16 international artists contributing artworks,” Mrs McCarthy said. “Our efforts to encourage the production of Christian art is extending beyond Australia and we see this as being important to our mission.” Works are selected for exhibition based on their visual and aesthetic impact, creativity, and technical skills. Winners received $42,000 between them, with $25,000 going to the first prize, $5,000 going to two highly commended winners, $5,000 to the People’s Choice Award winner, and $5,000 for the youth award. The prizes were sponsored by St John of God Health Care, the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth, the Uniting Church in Perth, and the Benedictine Community of New Norcia.

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6.30pm 6.00pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.00pm 6.30pm (Polish) 8.00am, 6.00pm 6.30pm 6.00pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.30pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm 6.00pm

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SUNDAY 7.30am, 9.30am, 11.30am (Indonesian), 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.00am, 6.30pm (Santa Maria College Chapel during term 7me) 8.30am, 10.00am (Italian), 12.00pm (Croa7an), 6.00pm 9.30am 9.00am 8.00am, 9.30am, 5.00pm 7.00am, 9.00am 8.00am, 9.30am, 11.00am, 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am 8.30am, 10.00am, 7.00pm 8.30am, 10.00am 7.30am (La7n Rite), 9.30am (La7n Rite), 11.15am (La7n Rite) 7.30am, 9.30am 7.15am, 9.00am, 5.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am 7.30am 8.00am, 9.30am, 5.30pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 5.30pm 8.00am, 10.00am, 6.00pm 8.30am, 10.00am, 4.00pm (Chinese) 10.00am, 5.00pm 5.30pm 7.30am, 9.30am 8.00am, 10.00am 10.00am 9.00am 9.30am (suitable for deaf/hard of hearing with interpreter), 11.00am 7.30am, 9.30am 8.00am, 9.30am 9.00am 9.30am 7.00am, 8.30am, 9.45am (Italian), 11.00am, 12.15pm (1st Sunday -‐ Polish), 5.00pm 6.00pm (no January Mass) 11.15am 9.30am 8.00am, 9.30am 9.00am, 7.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am (1st Sunday) 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am (Polish), 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am, 5.00pm 8.00am 7.30am, 9.30am 11.30am 8.00am (Portuguese), 9.30am 8.00am 9.00am, 10.15am (Italian) 7.30am, 9.00am 5.45pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am 7.30am, 9.00am, 11.00am (last Sunday -‐ Italian) 8.00am 8.00am 8.30am (La7n), 10.00am, 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am 9.45am 7.30am, 9.00am, 5.00pm 8.00am, 9.15am, 10.30am 8.00am, 9.30am, 5.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 5.00pm 9.00am, 5.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am 8.00am, 9.30am, 7.00pm 9.30am 9.30am, 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am (Polish), 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am (Ukrainian), 11.30am (Italian), 6.00pm 8.30am (Triden7ne Mass), 11.30am (Spanish) 8.00am, 9.30am 9.15am 7.30am, 9.30am, 11.30am (Korean), 5.00pm (Indonesian) 8.45am 9.00am 7.30am, 9.30am, 5.30pm 8.15am (Croa7an), 10.00am (Croa7an) 7.00am, 9.00am, 10.30am, 6.00pm 8.30am, 10.15am (Italian), 11.30am (Polish) 8.00am, 10.00am, 5.00pm 8.30am, 10.00am (Italian) 7.30am, 9.45am, 12.00pm (La7n Rite), 6.30pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 11.00am, 5.00pm 8.30am 7.30am, 9.00am 8.30am, 5.30pm (Vespers) 7.30am, 9.00am, 7.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 7.00pm 9.00am 9.00am 7.30am, 9.30am

Lynwood St Our Jude Lady Church, angford 6.30pm Palmyra of FLa\ma Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.45am, 12.00pm (La7n Rite), 6.30pm Maddington Holy Family 6.30pm 9.00am, 5.00pm Perth St M ary's CChurch athedral 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 11.00am, 5.00pm Maida V ale St F rancis o f A ssisi C hurch 6.30pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 6.00pm Pickering Brook Our Lady of Grace Church 8.30am Manning Pius X Church Church 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am .com.auSt St Port Kennedy BernadeBe 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am July 23, 2014 Maylands Our L ady Q ueen o f P oland C hurch 6.30pm ( Polish) 8.00am, 9.30am, 7.00pm Queens Park St Joseph Church 6.30pm 8.30am, 5.30pm (Vespers) Maylands Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church 8.00am, 6.00pm 9.30am Riverton Our Lady Queen of Apostles Church 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 7.00pm Midland St Brigid Church 9.30am, 6.00pm ARCHDIOCESE O6.30pm F PERTH Rivervale St Augus\ne Church 6.00pm~ METROPOLITAN WEEKEND MASSES Mirrabooka St Gerard Majella Church, Westminster 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am (Polish), 6.00pm Rockingham Our Lady of Lourdes Church 7.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 7.00pm Morley Infant Jesus Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.30am (Ukrainian), 11.30am (Italian), 6.00pm Rossmoyne St V incent P alloa C hapel 7.00pm LOCATION CHURCH/CHAPEL Mosman Park Corpus Chris\ Mass Centre 6.30pm SATURDAY VIGIL 9.00am 8.30am (Triden7ne Mass), 11.30am SUNDAY (Spanish) RoBnest TCrinity 9.00am Mt LawleyIsland St Holy PSt aul hurch CChurch 6.30pm6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am Applecross Benedict hurch, Ardross 7.30am, 9.30am, 11.30am (Indonesian), 6.00pm Scarborough Immaculate Heart Cohurch, f Mary HCilbert hurch 6.00pm 7.30am, 99.30am Mundaring Sacred Heart CXhurch 6.30pm 9.15am Armadale St Francis avier 6.30pm 7.30am, .30am, 6.00pm Serpen\ne St K evin M ass C entre 9.00am Myaree Pater oster CPhurch 6.00pm6.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 11.30am (Korean), 5.00pm ABadale St JNoseph ignatelli Church 8.00am, 9.00am, 6.30pm (Santa Maria C ollege (CIndonesian) hapel during term 7me) Shenton St Church 6.00pm 9.30am Nedlands Holy osary Church 6.00pm 8.45am BalcaBaPark St ARLloysius awrence and Mary Immaculate Church 6.00pm 8.30am, 10.00am (Italian), 12.00pm (Croa7an), 6.00pm South Perth St olumba Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.30am Nollamara Our LCady of TLheresa ourdes Church 6.00pm 9.00am Baldivis Mother C atholic School 9.30am North Beach Our LJady of GCrace Church 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 5.30pm Spearwood St erome hurch 6.00pm 8.00am, 6.00pm Balga Majella Mass Centre 9.00am 10.00am, North Fremantle St St Anne Church Laboure Mass Centre 6.00pm 8.15am (Croa7an), 10.00am (Croa7an) Subiaco C atherine 8.30am Ballajura Blessed Mary MacKillop Church 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 5.00pm North Perth Church of Sts Peter and Paul 7.00am, 9.00am, 10.30am, 6.00pm Subiaco St 6.00pm 8.00am, Bassendean St Joseph Joseph CChurch hurch 6.00pm 7.00am, 190.00am, .00am 6.00pm (Youth Mass) Northbridge St B rigid C hurch 8.30am, 1 0.15am (Italian), 11.30am (Polish) Thornlie Sacred Heart Core hurch 6.00pm 8.00am, 190.00am Bateman St Thomas M Church 6.30pm 8.00am, .30am, 11.00am, 6.00pm Ocean R eef St S imon P eter C hurch 6.00pm 8.00am, 1 0.00am, 5.00pm Victoria Park St Joachim Church 8.00am, 99.30am, 6.00pm Bayswater St Columba Church 6.00pm 7.30am, .30am Osborne P ark St K ieran C hurch 6.30pm 8.30am, 1 0.00am ( Italian) Wanneroo St Anthony Koing f Padua Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 91.00am (Vietnamese), 6.00pm Beaconsﬁeld Christ 8.30am, 0.00am, 7.00pm Palmyra Our Lady othe f Fa\ma CChurch hurch 6.30pm6.30pm 7.30am, 9.45am, 12.00pm (La7n Rite), 6.30pm Wembley Our L ady o f V ictories M ass C entre 7.30am Bedford St ary's Peter the Apostle Church 8.30am, 10.00am Perth St M Cathedral 6.00pm6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am, 11.00am, 5.00pm Westminster Vietnamese Catholic Community 9.00am, 5(La7n .30pm (Vietnamese) Belmont St A nne C hurch 7.30am Pickering Brook Our Lady of Grace Church 8.30am Rite), 9.30am (La7n Rite), 11.15am (La7n Rite) Whibord Our Lady of tChe Mission Church, Craigie 6.30pm 8.00am (Italian), 9.30am, 11.00am, 5.45pm Bentley Clara hurch 7.30am, 9.30am Port Kennedy St BSanta ernadeBe Church 6.00pm6.30pm 7.30am, 9.00am Willagee Our L ady Q ueen o f P eace C hurch 6.30pm 9.30am, 5 .00pm Canning Vale Emiliar de Vialar Church 7.15am, 9.00am, 5.00pm Queens Park St JSt oseph Church 6.30pm6.30pm 8.30am, 5.30pm (Vespers) WilleBon St ohn aueen nd SCt hurch Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 99.00am, 10.30am Riverton Our LJady oPf aul Apostles Church 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 7.00pm Carlisle Holy NQame 6.30pm 8.00am, .30am Wilson LLady of CPouncil eace CM hurch 6.00pm 9.30am Rivervale St Our AOur ugus\ne Cueen hurch 6.00pm Chidlow ady Qo f Good ass Centre 7.30am Woodvale St uke 6.00pm 8.00am, 99.30am Rockingham Our LLady oCf hurch Lourdes Church 7.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am, 7.00pm City Beach Holy Spirit Church 6.00pm 8.00am, .30am, 5.30pm Yanchep St J ames A nglican C hurch 6.00pm Rossmoyne St V incent P alloa C hapel 7.00pm 9.00am Claremont St Thomas the Apostle Church 7.30am, 9.30am, 6.30pm Yangebup Mater Chris\ Church 6.00pm 8.00am, 190.00am, .00pm RoBnest Island Holy Church 9.00am Clarkson St TArinity ndrew Church 6.00pm 7.30am, .00am, 55.30pm Scarborough Immaculate Heart of Mary Church 6.00pm6.30pm 7.30am, 9.30am Cloverdale Notre Dame Church 8.00am, 10.00am, 6.00pm Serpen\ne St Kevin Mass Centre 9.00am Como Holy Family Church 6.00pm 8.30am, 10.00am, 4.00pm (Chinese) Shenton Park St Aloysius Church 6.00pm 9.30am ARCHDIOCESE OF PERTH ~ COUNTRY W EEKEND MASSES CoBesloe St Mary Star of the Sea Church, Peppermint Grove 10.00am, 5.00pm South Perth St Columba Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.30am Crawley St Thomas More College 5.30pm Spearwood St Jerome Church 6.00pm 8.00am, 10.00am, 6.00pm Dianella Our Lady's Assump\on Church 6.00pm 7.30am, 9.30am LOCATION SATURDAY SUNDAY Subiaco St CHURCH/CHAPEL Catherine Laboure Mass Centre 8.30am Doubleview Our L ady o f t he R osary C hurch, W oodlands 6.00pm 8.00am, 10.00am Badgingarra Hall 8.00am (1st, 31rd) Subiaco St Community Joseph Church 6.00pm 8.00am, 0.00am, 6.00pm (Youth Mass) East Cannington St Francis f Assisi Mass Centre 10.00am Thornlie Sacred H eart Cohurch 6.00pm 8.00am, 0.00am Bakers Hill Holy Family 9.30am (1st, 31rd, 5th) East F remantle Immaculate C oncep\on C hurch 6.00pm 9.00am Victoria P ark St J oachim C hurch 8.00am, 9.30am, 6.00pm Ballidu Holy Family Church 11.00am East Perth Francis M ass Centre 9.30am (suitable for (dVietnamese), eaf/hard of h6earing Wanneroo St Sacred ASt nthony of XPavier adua Church 6.30pm 7.30am, 9.00am .00pm with interpreter), 11.00am Beverley Heart Church 8.00am East V ictoria P ark Our L ady H elp o f C hris\ans C hurch 6.00pm 7.30am, 9 .30am Wembley Our L ady o f V ictories M ass C entre 7.30am Bindoon St Anne Church 7.30am Ellenbrook St Joseph Helena CCM ass CCentre 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am Westminster Vietnamese atholic ommunity 9.00am, 54.30pm Bolgart St hurch 8.00am (2nd, th) (Vietnamese) Whibord Our LH ady of the ission Church, Craigie 6.30pm6.00pm 8.00am (Italian), 9.30am, 11.00am, 5.45pm Embleton Holy Trinity CMhurch 9.00am Boulder All allows Church 8.00am, 5.30pm Willagee Our Queen of Peace Church 6.30pm6.00pm 9.30am, 5.00pm Floreat St Lady CLecilia 9.30am Our ady oCf hurch the Rosary Church 6.00pm (eve of 2nd/4th Sun winter) Brookton WilleBon St JSt ohn and St BPasilica aul Church 6.30pm6.00pm 7.30am, 9.00am, 10.30am Fremantle P atrick 7.00am, 8.30am, 9.45am (Italian), 11.00am, 12.15pm (1st Sunday -‐ Polish), 5.00pm Our Lady of the Rosary Church 6.30pm (eve of 2nd/4th Sun summer) Wilson Our Lady Queen of Peace ChurchNotre Dame University 6.00pm 9.30am Fremantle Holy S pirit C atholic C hapel, 6.00pm ( no J anuary M ass) Bruce Rock St uke Mary Church 8.00am (3rd, 4th, 5th), 10.00am (1st, 2nd) Woodvale St LFremantle Church Hospital 6.00pm 8.00am, 9.30am Fremantle 11.15am Bullsbrook Our L ady's S hrine C hurch 9.30am Yanchep St JGidgegannup ames Anglican CCommunity hurch 6.00pm Gidgegannup 9.30am (2nd) Cervantes St John Ambulance Hall Church 10.30am Yangebup Mater C hris\ C hurch 6.00pm6.00pm 8.00am, 10.00am, 5.00pm Girrawheen Our Lady of Mercy Church 8.00am, 9.30am

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Christ’s story does not end in the tomb BRITISH PRIME MINISTER Harold Wilson is remembered for saying that “a week is a long time in politics”. This is not true only of politics but also of the media. The shooting down of civilian passenger plane MH17 over the Eastern Ukraine conflict zone this past week in which all 298 innocents on board were killed has dominated cabinet offices, television screens, front pages, Facebook pages and Twitter feeds globally. The world remains in shock and Western Australia is still coming to grips with the loss of nine of its own residents. All of this is in the shadow of flight MH370 and its 239 passengers and crew that went missing over four months ago and which to date has still not been found. Stories of this kind would never have crossed the minds of the men and women who worked on the earliest editions of this paper. Even when The Record began as a monthly paper back in 1874, it is likely that people would never have conceived that twenty years later Sir Hiram Maxim would make a successful take-off in a biplane test rig. Who would have imagined then the aeronautical advances that would transpire? When permitted, time brings with it ingenuity. Many editorials have been written for this newspaper over its 140year history, seeking to raise reflection, criticism and encouragement on a myriad of matters that affect the Church and humanity at large. Authenticity and originality have always sought to underpin the paper’s content. As we move into what is possibly the most dramatic change in the way the Archdiocese of Perth communicates among its people and also with wider society, we hold on to the responsibilities passed down to us by the Second Vatican Council which spoke of the Church’s responsibility to monitor the use of social communications and media and to ensure the spiritual well-being of the Church community at large. It also talked of the responsibility of us as individuals to ensure our own well-being and to safeguard causing ourselves “spiritual harm”. Those of us serving on the communications and media team take these responsibilities seriously. In an era where the term “spin” is closely associated with public relations, we wish to PO Box 3075 acknowledge our obligation Adelaide Terrace “to provide correct, honest, PERTH WA 6832 and accurate news, as the Council believes that access office@therecord.com.au to information, in relation Tel: (08) 9220 5900 to their circumstances, is a Fax: (08) 9325 4580 human right” (Inter Mirifica, §7). A weekly newspaper alone is no longer affecting all those the Church desires to reach. Saint John Paul II spoke back in 1988 of not only newspapers but also “periodicals, as well as films and radio and television broadcasts” to be “more and more imbued with a human and Christian spirit” (Pastor Bonus, §170). Our desire in the months and years ahead is not merely to report on what transpires within and outside of the Church, but to begin to explain and break open to Catholics, fellow Christian believers, people of faith and of none why it is that the Church’s teaching remains relevant and life-giving today. There are many key issues with which we need to grapple further and to boldly yet graciously dialogue with wider society. These include upholding the dignity of life from conception to natural death, the debate over the use of renewable energies against uranium and nuclear energy as the fuel of the future, the attitude towards and treatment of refugees and asylum seekers internationally but, in particular, on our own doorstep on Christmas Island, Manus Island and Nauru. Then there is the threatened status of marriage, the urgent need to reduce suicide among our young people, the delicate nature of relationships between Christians, Jews and Muslims and, of course, the continued healing of relationships between all Australians, Indigenous and settler alike. In this final editorial of Perth’s weekly Catholic newspaper, we want to thank you, the readers, for turning to The Record for news and insights into Catholic life. We also wish to acknowledge with immense gratitude and deep respect the professionalism, industry and great tenacity of editors, journalists, invited contributors and all other personnel who have served The Record as a newspaper since its conception to the present day. As the Archdiocese of Perth moves towards broader, more accessible means of communication for a greater number of people, further words of Harold Wilson might well be recalled, namely that “he who rejects change is the architect of decay. The only human institution which rejects progress is the cemetery”. Christ’s story did not end in the tomb, and neither does The Record’s. Now, as much as at any point in history, is the time for us as God’s family to renew our commitment to following the Good Shepherd who lays down his life so as to bring life to the full, not only to ourselves but to all those around us (cf John 10:10-11) and to being his witnesses to the ends of the earth (Acts 1:8).

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LETTERS

Our God is a God of love and mercy, not cruelty WHAT BOTHERS me are the intermittent attacks against God by letter writers in the secular press, quoting passages from the Old Testament to prove that our God is so cruel, that they do not want to have anything to do with him. I believe that before the second person of the Trinity became man, the Trinity, being pure spirit, had no way of knowing that the perfectly formed human body felt pain, yet I have never come across this explanation for the apparent difference between the God of the Old and New Testaments. This would explain why God the Father allowed Christ to suffer such an extended excruciating death, as described by the Venerable Catherine Emerich, until his desperate cry, “Why have you forsaken me!” finally released him. It also demonstrates that there is no contradiction between the statements, “God is love”, and God the Son’s declaration that he is “gentle and meek of heart”, and exonerates God of being cruel. It also explains why the perfectly designed balance between the species in the animal world is so cruel, with each type of creature hunting and devouring another. G Aquilina LYNWOOD, WA

Safe Schools Coalition concerning for all THANK YOU Matthew Biddle for your articles (The Record, February 12 and July 9) and those who contributed to those articles: Frank Lindsey, of the National Civic Council, Ros Phillips of Family Voice Australia, Fr Joseph Parkinson of the LJ Goody Bioethics Centre, and concerned parent David Lowe. The articles are tops and should set alarm bells ringing for both Catholic schools and parents, regarding the influence of the Safe School Coalition and their drive to have their plan implemented in every school in Australia. Among the reasons for concern, it has been stated by Frank Lindsey that non-government schools who do not comply fully could have government funding reduced, or, as many would have it, withdrawn. As has been presented in the two articles referred to, there is a much bigger picture than first meets the eye. So “we must stay awake, for it is not known when the thief may strike”. Vince Heaton YANCHEP, WA

Mexican motorists protected by Our Lady FATHER FLADER’S interesting story about Our Lady of Guadalupe (The Record, July 16) reminded me of a visit to Mexico City in August, 1963. I quickly realised that motorists in Mexico City each drove according to the Grand Prix formula of fast and furious. However, despite the almost total disregard for the rules of the road, I also observed that there were few accidents or dented vehicles. When I made this observation to my hotel concierge, he replied that drivers in Mexico City were protected by Our Lady of Guadalupe. “Is that so?” I said. “But there are a few dented cars driving around.” “Well, there are some Protestants, señor,” was his quick reply. Noel Bourke HEATHRIDGE, WA

Christian view of world events a necessity I HAVE lived in several different parts of the State, not all in the metropolitan area, and at present I am in Esperance. It is with dismay I read that you are closing down the weekly printing of The Record. While, naturally, I do not like everything The Record prints, it is a refreshing breath of sanity in a mad world, giving a Christian view of world events that is not driven by the desire to make money; a view that, if biased, is biased towards the love of God. With the daily press disseminating biased and often untrue intimations of various public opinions, it is very necessary that somewhere a realistic distribution of the truth and differing opinions, especially Catholic viewpoints, is available closer to the events. In addition, the reporting and advertising of weekly activities is an absolute necessity. I ask that The Record be continued as a weekly newspaper. David Thomas ESPERANCE, WA

Record an irreplaceable source of information I WOULD like to express my thanks and appreciation for The Record over many years; however, it was disappointing to read of the changes to the publication. It has been a great source of information and irreplaceable. We don’t have the Internet so it will be sadly missed. Win Bowman GERALDTON, WA

Elderly mother will sorely miss The Record MY MOTHER Maria Elma lives in an aged care home; due to dementia and related ailments she retains little interest in world events and newspapers. Strangely, the exception is The Record and Church matters. Your paper will be sorely missed by her. I ask that your readers pray for her. Roland Jude Fernandez NEDLANDS, WA

New publication should challenge opinions MY COMMENTS are not directed to any person, or for that matter the body of directors that have voted to close the office of The Record. I may have missed the survey or the debate on the merits of a “Good News” publication. Therefore, like a law-abiding Catholic, I accept that The Record and the editorial staff are now to be pensioned off and the premises that they have occupied for some years be recycled. So what takes its place? A shorter, even less relevant, hard-cover copy to be distributed to certain parishes (I am informed). The rather short-sighted group of individuals that came up with this outcome should have voted themselves out of existence. Taking the lead from my esteemed fellow student of the late 60s at the University of Western Australia, I do not believe he would agree with their decision. My firm opinion is that the recently retired Archbishop Hickey would have suggested a somewhat different approach. Did anyone think to consult the visionary who completed St Mary’s Cathedral? My respectful and humble thoughts: (1) A Catholic monthly. (2) Membership. (3) Distribution by a national

advertising agency. (4) Global issues. (5) The voice of many respected and at times opinions that may challenge.So there you have it. Thomas McHenry NORTH PERTH, WA

Newspaper a bright spark among others IT WAS with great sadness that last week’s Record indicated that The Record newspaper was closing down. I have found this newspaper to be the most informative newspaper of happenings in the Perth Archdiocese. I have looked forward to a good read on Sundays as a relief from the daily types from other daily newspapers who have a grip on the advertising of alcohol that is rapidly destroying our culture. As you have probably guessed my age (85 years), I enjoy a Catholic newspaper with some substance. Farewell and God Bless those who have worked to make The Record a newspaper of some substance. Ron Chandler NEDLANDS, WA

Hand delivery days a great memory I REMEMBER the days when The Record office was in Newcastle Street and Fr Cunningham was editor. He would drive around on a Friday afternoon delivering The Record. That was a great memory of The Record. Wendy McLeod SUBURB AND STATE UNKNOWN

Farewell to Australia’s best Catholic newspaper WE WERE SORRY to hear that The Record will soon cease to be produced as a weekly hard-copy newspaper. Despite not having lived in the Perth Archdiocese for over 15 years, we have been regular subscribers to The Record as we really appreciate the national and international news and articles which The Record has published. In recent times, we have very much appreciated The Record’s reporting on the inspiring and accessible speeches and words of our current Holy Father. This is news which is largely unavailable in the secular media or other news sources, and we shall certainly miss it. We shall also miss the columns from Bernard Toutounji, Fr Flader and your other writers. As parents of young children, we often find it difficult to find time to get online and read religious articles or material. The Record has been a godsend for us, since it is portable and something we can easily pick up and read in small segments in between doing household and childminding tasks. As a couple, we often discuss Record articles, and regularly find material to enrich and deepen our marriage and spiritual life. We would like to take this opportunity to express our thanks and gratitude to you and the other past and present journalists and staff who have done such a wonderful job in preparing the best Australian Catholic weekly newspaper over the years. If there is any chance that The Record will resume as a weekly hardcopy newspaper in the future, please let us know as we would definitely like to sign up again as subscribers. Suryan and Therese Chandrasegaran JINDERA, NSW

OPINION

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Knowledge of our faith requires Bible and tradition I have a born-again Christian workmate who is trying to convince me that the Bible alone is sufficient to ground our faith and that we don’t need tradition or the Church. How do I answer him?

HIS view is one of the fundamental pillars of Protestant thought and it goes by the Latin name of sola scriptura: Scripture alone. Those who hold to it, like your workmate, say we don’t need the Church or tradition to teach us – the Bible is sufficient. There are several problems with this. The first is that without tradition and the Church we would not even have the Bible. For the first 20 years of the Church, as far as we know, there were no written texts that today make up the New Testament. The apostles went out and preached the faith, the people heard their preaching and came to believe it and in turn pass it on to others, and this preaching gradually became concretised in such practices as the Mass, Baptism, Confirmation, the ordination of sacred ministers, funeral rites, prayers for the dead, etc. This handing on of the faith by word of mouth and the customs that grew out of it, are what we know as tradition. Indeed, the word tradition comes from the Latin traditio, meaning handing on. For those first years

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there simply was no Bible and, in a sense, the Church did not need one. The Church functioned perfectly well without it. Then, mainly in the 50s and 60s of the first century, the apostles and others began to write down some of their preaching in the Gospels, as well as the history of the early Church in the Acts of the Apostles, and letters addressed to different communities and individuals. So gradually there appeared a number of early Christian writings which were faithfully copied and passed around among the various communities, and which were read in the Mass. But at the same time there were numerous other writings which were also highly revered, copied and passed around, writings such as the Didache, the Shepherd of Hermas, the letter of Barnabas, etc. Who decided which writings were to be regarded as divinely

inspired and hence part of the Bible and to be read in Mass, and which were not? The Catechism of the Catholic Church answers: “It was by the Apostolic Tradition that the Church discerned which writings are to be included in the list of the sacred books” (CCC 120). That is, the Holy Spirit guided the early Christian communities to discern which writings were to be considered inspired by God and

13:55, Mk 3:31-35; 6:3). If we take the Bible on its own, we could conclude that Jesus indeed had brothers and sisters and therefore Mary was not a virgin after his birth. But the early Christian communities knew Mary, Joseph and Jesus and they knew Jesus was the only child. This tradition was handed on down the ages and so the Church has always professed that Mary was

Many of the things that Jesus said and did which are not recorded in the Bible have been handed on by word of mouth in the tradition. which were not. So it was the tradition of the Church that gave us the Bible. Thus, it is foolish to say that the Bible alone is sufficient, when without the tradition we wouldn’t even have the Bible. But the tradition of the Church is needed for a second reason: to interpret the Bible authentically. For example, some Christians today say that Jesus was not the only child of Mary because the Bible says he had brothers and sisters (cf Mt

“ever Virgin”. Thirdly, the tradition of the Church has given us a number of beliefs which are not found explicitly in the Bible at all, beliefs such as the existence of purgatory, the assumption of Mary into heaven, Mary’s Immaculate Conception, etc. Because the tradition of the Church was so firm and constant in affirming these beliefs, the Church has defined them as dogmas of faith. So it is simply not true

that the Bible alone is sufficient to ground our faith. Finally, people who believe that Scripture alone is the sole source of our knowledge about the faith should be able to point to a passage in the Bible which says this. But no such passage exists. On the contrary, St Paul makes explicit mention of the importance of oral tradition: “So then, brethren, stand firm and hold to the traditions which you were taught by us, either by word of mouth or by letter” (2 Thess 2:15). And St John writes: “But there are many other things which Jesus did; were every one of them to be written, I suppose that the world itself could not contain the books that would be written” (Jn 21:25). Many of these things that Jesus said and did which are not recorded in the Bible have been handed on by word of mouth in the tradition, and these too are a source of knowledge of our faith. So no, the Bible alone is not sufficient to ground our faith. For more, go to fatherfladerblog. wordpress.com or contact Fr Flader on frjflader@gmail.com.

Beware the movement of social norms In a world lacking morality, what seems extreme today could quite possibly become society’s next step on the slippery slope.

Foolish Wisdom BERNARD TOUTOUNJI

HE BIZARRE nature of modern logic was on display once again when an Australian judge recently compared incest to homosexuality. In dealing with a criminal case of incest between siblings, Judge Garry Neilson said that just as gay sex had once been socially unacceptable, “a jury might find nothing untoward in the advance of a brother towards his sister once she had sexually matured”. The bizarreness I am referring to, though, is not on the part of the judge, but rather the response to the comments by politicians and media. First to clarify; the case that was being tried was against a 58-yearold man who was accused of raping his sister in their family home in 1981 when he was 25 and she was 18. The man had already pleaded guilty to sexually assaulting his sister some years earlier when she was only 10 years old. The judge did not allow the prosecution to admit the evidence of the earlier assault, stating that the two events occurred in different contexts, and by the time of the incident in question, when the woman was 18, she had already been in sexual relationships with two men and had a young child. The judge went on to say to the jury that the “only reason” incest is still a criminal offence is because of the high risk of genetic abnormalities from consanguineous relationships, but “even that falls away to an extent [because] there is such ease of contraception and ready access to abortion”. The day after this story reached the media, the State AttorneyGeneral, Brad Hazzard, took the rare step of involving himself in a criminal trial, referring Judge Neilson to the Judicial Commission for review, and moving to prevent the judge from sitting on any further criminal trials until the matter had been investigated. Mr Hazzard

Jamaicans hold a demonstration against the local lesbian, gay, bisexual and transgender community on June 29. In the 1950s, Bernard Toutounji says, homosexuality was considered completely reprehensible. PHOTO: ONLINE

was “extremely concerned” and “appalled” at the judge’s comments and made the somewhat definitive statement that, “incest is completely reprehensible, unacceptable, disgusting and criminal”. Media agencies reported on the judge’s remarks as “ill-informed”, “disgraceful” and an insult to every gay and lesbian person in Australia. While it is necessary to state unequivocally that offences around rape and sexual assault are always serious criminal and moral offences, and must be prosecuted as such, the response to the underlying principles of this case and the judge’s central comments were, in my opinion, completely hypocritical. The judge, for the most part, is correct. In the 1950s, it was homo-

sexuality that would have been described in no uncertain terms as completely ‘reprehensible, unacceptable, disgusting and criminal’. Yet, just a few decades later, Sydney turns on one of the world’s largest annual Gay and Lesbian Mardi Gras parades which more than 300,000 Australians attend

union would be not only quietly accepted, but in addition, exulted, ‘married’ and entrusted with the sole care of children. Incest may still sit on the criminal code across Australia, but it was included at a time when any sexual relationships outside of marriage would be frowned upon.

We live in an era that has become so morally bankrupt, with so little understanding of sex or marriage. to celebrate fornication, sodomy, unbridled lust and, most recently, polygamy. No self-respecting individual, in the vast bulk of modern history, would have thought for a moment that two men attempting some sort of unnatural sexual

It exists in the code to protect marriage (which is currently at risk of being destroyed by a growing number desiring same-sex ‘marriage’). If we were to consider the hypothetical example of two consenting adult siblings engaging in

a sexual relationship, then I have to say that this is far less reprehensible than two men or two women (or a group) attempting some sort of perverted sexual union. In reality, we can’t even speak about homosexual actions being akin to genuine sexual union, it’s just physically impossible. In all of the Abrahamic religions, homosexual actions are intrinsically morally wrong because they distort the meaning of the sexual union. The same cannot be definitively said of incest, though. Whereas sexual union between a parent and a child (of any age) would be considered an offence against Divine Law; sexual union (and by this I mean marriage), between siblings or cousins etc is a case of ecclesial law - most often reflected in civil law - and can thus be dispensed with. That is not to say there is not much wisdom in a law against family members marrying but, unlike homosexual unions, consanguineous marriages (apart from parent/ child combinations) are not objectively morally wrong. In fact, there are a number of instances of sibling marriages in the Scriptures, including the necessary intermarrying of the children of the first man and woman. If we are going to speak so boldly about which actions are more reprehensible, the prize goes every time to homosexuality. While I don’t condone incestuous relationships any more than most other people out there, we need to be able to look at the words of Judge Neilson for what they were, a fairly logical assumption, based on past practice, of where social norms could move. Now, I hope that social norms don’t shift that way, but we live in an era that has become so morally bankrupt, with so little understanding of sex or marriage, that it won’t surprise me when the voices start crying out in the wilderness. In the meantime, though, there are those who would prefer to hang out Judge Neilson to dry, and sanctimoniously preach to the rest of us about what an authentic sexual relationship should look like. www.foolishwisdom.com

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FRIDAY, JULY 25 Fellowship Day Service The Australian Church Women 10.30am at St Peter and Emmaus, 56 Green St, Joondanna. Come and enjoy sharing in fellowship with other Christian women. Theme is Building up the Body of Christ. The guest speaker will be Mr Morris from LINC. A collection will be taken for the Winifred Kick Scholarship. Light lunch served. Enq: Meryon 6311 8007. Catholic Charismatic Renewal 7pm at Holy Family Parish, Como. You are invited by CCR Perth to ‘CCR Together’ event. Beginning with Rosary followed by Prayer and Praise. Evening includes teaching and fellowship, with Prayer Ministry available. Admission free. Collection will be taken up. Enq: Dan 9398 4973; Frank 0400 885 635 or daniel.hewitt5@bigpond.com. FRIDAY, JULY 25 TO SUNDAY, JULY 27 Retreat – Marian Movement WA Redemptorist Retreat House, North Perth. To register and for further information, contact Yolanda 0413 707 707 or ynardizzi@choicewa. com. SUNDAY, JULY 27 Centenary Celebrations First Church 1914 8.30am at St Kieran’s Parish, 120 Waterloo St, Tuart Hill. Solemn concelebrated Mass by Bishop Donald Sproxton followed by brunch in the parish centre. Parishioners, former parishioners, visitors and friends are all most welcome. For those who like history, please do not miss out to see the beautiful blend between the old and the new. You will be amazed! Enq: Fr Gatt 9444 1334. SATURDAY, AUGUST 2 Day With Mary 9am at Sacred Heart Church, 50 Ovens Rd, Thornlie. Day of prayer and instruction based on the Fatima message. Video; 10.10am Holy Mass, Reconciliation, Procession of the Blessed Sacrament, Eucharistic Adoration, two talks, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet and Stations of the Cross. Finish approx 5pm. BYO lunch. Enq: Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate 9437 2792. SUNDAY, AUGUST 3 Divine Mercy 1.30pm at St Francis Xavier Church, 25 Windsor St, Perth. Homily on St John Vianney by Fr Doug Harris followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy. Concluding with Benediction and Veneration of first class relic of St Faustina Kowalska. Reconciliation will be available and refreshments later. Enq: John 9457 7771. SUNDAY, AUGUST 10 The World Apostolate of Fatima 3pm at St Joseph Pignatelli Parish, Davidson Rd, Attadale. All are invited to Eucharistic Holy Hour. Enq: 9339 2614. The Secular Franciscan Order 5.30pm at Edel Quinn Centre, 36 Windsor St, East Perth. Ceremony of The Transitus of St Clare at Benediction (not a Mass). Please bring a plate for refreshments afterwards. All welcome. Enq: Angela 9275 5658 or angelmich@bigpond.com. Youth Rally 5pm at Ballajura parish. Mass followed by Youth Rally from 6.30pm to celebrate the feast of St Mary Mackillop with guest speaker Paul Kelly. All youths and young adults are invited to join the celebration. There will be live music and a sausage sizzle; an evening you would not want to miss! Enq: CYM 9422 7912 or admin@cym.com.au. SATURDAY, AUGUST 16 Youth Healing Retreat (ages 15–35) 9am-1.30pm at Holy Family Parish, 34 Alcock St, Maddington. Led by Fr Michael Payyapilly VC (Director of Sydney Retreat Centre). Morning tea and lunch provided. Enq: 9493 1703 or email vincentiansperth@yahoo.com or visit website www.vpvp.org.au. SUNDAY, AUGUST 17 Prayer in Style of Taizé Celebrating St Mary MacKillop’s Feast Day 7-8pm at Sisters of St Joseph’s Chapel, 16 York St, South Perth. Chapel doors open 6.30pm. Includes prayer, song, and silence in candlelit chapel. Bring a friend and a torch. Everyone welcome. Enq: Sr Maree Riddler 0414 683 926. Worldwide Marriage Encounter Anniversary A celebration to mark Worldwide Marriage Encounter’s 40th anniversary in Australia will be held at Bateman parish, commencing at 11am with Mass celebrated by Archbishop Emeritus Barry Hickey, followed by a shared lunch in the parish hall. Past and present members of

the WWME movement will then share their experiences, as photos, videos and memorabilia will be displayed. Afternoon tea concludes the day. Enq: Max 9312 2300. SATURDAY, AUGUST 30 TO MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8 31st Novena to Our Lady of Good Health Vailankanni 6pm at Holy Trinity Parish, Embleton. Every day there will be a different priest to celebrate the Novena, Homily and Benediction. First day - Flag Hosting. During the week there will be blessing for the children and anointing of the sick. Last day - Bishop Mass followed by procession. Enq: Church Office 9271 5528 or Gordon 9377 4472, 0417 185 203. FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5 TO SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7 Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat Abortion Hope and Healing Rachel’s Vineyard Ministries WA offers small group, residential weekend retreats to renew, rebuild and redeem hearts broken by abortion. Sponsored by the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth and held in Catholic and interdenominational settings, each Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat facilitates a beautiful, supportive, confidential and non-judgemental healing experience. Enq: Jenny 9445 7464 or rachelsvineyardwa@gmail.com

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LAST MONDAY Be Still in His Presence – Ecumenical Christian Program 7.30-8.45pm at St Swithun Anglican Church, 195 Lesmurdie St, Lesmurdie (hall behind church). Begins with songs of praise and worship, silent time, lectio divina, small group sharing and cuppa. Enq: Lynne 9293 3848 or 0435 252 941. EVERY TUESDAY Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal 6pm at Pater Noster Church, Marmion and Evershed Sts, Myaree. Mass at 5.30pm followed by Benediction. Enq: John 0408 952 194. Mercy Heritage Centre Perth Open Day Tours Free guided tours start at 10.30am and 12.30pm at the 1871 Convent. Other times by appointment with the Curator. Enter via the main entrance on 86 Victoria Sq. Enq: 08 9325 4155. Novena to God the Father 7.30pm at St Joachim’s parish hall, Vic Park. Novena followed by reflection and discussions on forthcoming Sunday Gospel. Enq: Jan 9284 1662. EVERY FIRST TUESDAY Short MMP Cenacle for Priests 2pm at Edel Quinn Centre, 36 Windsor St, East Perth. Enq: Fr Watt 9376 1734. EVERY WEDNESDAY Holy Hour - Catholic Youth Ministry 5.30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre, 40A Mary St, Highgate. Mass followed at 6.30pm with Holy Hour. Supper $5 and fellowship later. Enq: 9422 7912 or admin@cym.com.au. Subiaco Ladies Prayer Meeting 10am in the upper room at St Joseph’s Parish, 3 Salvado Rd, Subiaco. We welcome you to join us for prayer, praise and fellowship. Phone Win 9387 2808, Colleen 9245 3277 or Noreen 9298 9938. Evangelising with Catholic DVDs 10.30-11.30am at St Joseph’s Church, 20 Hamilton St, Bassendean Library. No price too high. Enq: Catherine 9379 2691 or Merle 0414 794 224. EVERY FIRST WEDNESDAY Novena to St Mary of the Cross MacKillop 7-7.45pm at Blessed Mary MacKillop Parish, cnr Cassowary Dr and Pelican Pde, Ballajura. Begins with Mass, Novena prayers and Benediction. Followed by healing prayers and anointing of the sick. Enq: Madi 9249 9093 or Gerry 0417 187 240. EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY Chaplets of Divine Mercy 7.30pm at St Thomas More Parish, Dean Rd, Bateman. Accompanied by Exposition, then Benediction. Enq: George 9310 9493 or 6242 0702 (w). Miracle Prayers 7.30pm at 67 Howe St, Osborne Park. An opportunity to receive prayers for healing of mind, body and soul. Enq: miracleprayers@disciplesofjesus. org or Michelle 0404 028 298. EVERY THURSDAY Divine Mercy 11am at Sts John and Paul Church, Pinetree Gully Rd, Willetton. Pray Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy and for consecrated life, especially in our parish. Concludes with veneration of the first class relic of St Faustina. Enq: John 9457 7771. St Mary’s Cathedral Praise Meeting 7.45pm at the Legion of Mary’s Edel Quinn Centre, 36 Windsor St, East Perth. Includes praise, song and healing ministry. Enq: Kay 9382 3668 or fmi@ flameministries.org. Group Fifty - Charismatic Renewal Group 7.30pm at Redemptorist Monastery, 150 Vincent St, North Perth. Includes prayer, praise and Mass. Enq: Elaine 9440 3661. EVERY FIRST THURSDAY Holy Hour Prayer for Priests 7-8pm at Holy Spirit Parish, 2 Keaney Pl, City Beach. All welcome. Enq: Linda 9341 3079. Prayer in Style of Taizé 7.30-8.30pm at Our Lady of Grace Parish, 3 Kitchener St, North Beach. Includes prayer, song and silence in candlelight – symbol of Christ the light of the world. Taizé info: www.taize.fr. Enq: secretary 9448 4888 or 9448 4457. FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY Social Dinner (Young Adults aged up to 35) and Rosary Cenacle 6.30pm at St Bernadette’s Church, 49 Jugan St, Mt Hawthorn. Begins at 6.30pm with dinner at a local restaurant, followed at 8pm by a Rosary Cenacle, short talk and refreshments at the church. Great way to meet new people, pray and socialise! Enq: 9444 6131 or st.bernadettesyouth@gmail.com. EVERY FRIDAY Eucharistic Adoration at Schoenstatt Shrine 10am at Schoenstatt Shrine, 9 Talus Dr, Mt Richon. Includes holy Mass, Exposition of Blessed Sacrament, silent Adoration till 8.15pm. Join us in prayer at a place of grace. Enq: Sisters of Schoenstatt 9399 2349. Healing Mass 6pm at Holy Family Parish, Lot 375, Alcock St, Maddington. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, Stations of the Cross, Healing Mass followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Enq: admin 9493 1703/www.vpcp.org.au. Eucharistic Adoration Voice of the Voiceless Ministry 7.30-9pm at St Brigid’s Parish, 211 Aberdeen St, Northbridge. Eucharistic Adoration, beginning with praise and worship and reflection on the

scriptures. All welcome. Enq: adrianluke1999@ yahoo.com.au. EVERY FIRST FRIDAY Mass and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 11am-4pm at Little Sisters of the Poor Chapel, 2 Rawlins St, Glendalough. Exposition of Blessed Sacrament after Mass until 4pm, finishing with Rosary. Enq: Sr Marie MS.Perth@lsp.org.au. Healing and Anointing Mass 8.45am Pater Noster Church, Evershed St, Myaree. Begins with Reconciliation, then 9am Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, anointing of the sick and prayers to St Peregrine. Enq: Joy 9337 7189. Pro-life Witness – Mass and Procession 9.30am at St Brigid’s Parish, cnr Great Northern Hwy and Morrison Rd, Midland. Begins with Mass followed by Rosary procession and prayer vigil at nearby abortion clinic led by the Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate. Please join us to pray for an end to abortion and the conversion of hearts. Enq: Helen 9402 0349. Catholic Faith Renewal Evening 7.30pm at Sts John and Paul Parish, Pinetree Gully Rd, Willetton. Songs of praise, prayer, sharing by a priest, then thanksgiving Mass and light refreshments. Enq: Ivan 0428 898 833 or Ann 0412 166 164 or catholicfaithrenewal@gmail.com. Communion of Reparation All Night Vigils 7pm-1.30am at Corpus Christi Church, Loch St, Mosman Park or St Gerard Majella Church, cnr Ravenswood Dr/Majella Rd, Mirrabooka. Vigils are two Masses, Adoration, Benediction, prayers, Confession in reparation for outrages committed against the United Hearts of Jesus and Mary. Enq: Vicky 0400 282 357, Fr Giosue 9349 2315, John/ Joy 9344 2609. Holy Hour 7.30pm at St Bernadette’s Parish, cnr Jugan and Leeder Sts, Glendalough. Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, music and chants, silence, readings and meditative decades of the holy Rosary. Tea/ coffee and cake to follow. Enq: Sean Tobin of Bl Elisabeth of the Trinity Choir 0439 720 066. EVERY SECOND FRIDAY Discover Spirituality of St Francis of Assisi 12pm at St Brigid’s parish centre. The Secular Franciscans of Midland Fraternity have lunch, then 1-3pm meeting. Enq: Antoinette 9297 2314. EVERY SATURDAY Our Lady of Sorrows Rosary 9am at St Denis Parish Church, cnr Roberts Rd and Osborne St, Joondanna. A warm invitation to those interested in praying Our Lady of Sorrows Rosary with us. Enq: parish office 9242 2812. Meditation on Jesus for Healing 4-5.30pm at St Bernadette parish hall, 49 Jugan St, Mt Hawthorn, Glendalough. Enq: Fr Gilbert at parish office. EVERY FIRST SATURDAY Vigil for Life – Mass and Procession 8.30am at St Augustine Parish, Gladstone St, Rivervale. Begins with Mass celebrated by Fr Carey, followed by Rosary procession and prayer vigil at nearby abortion clinic. Please join us to pray for the conversion of hearts and an end to abortion. Enq: Helen 9402 0349. Mission Rosary Making at the Legion of Mary 9.30am-2pm at 36 Windsor St, East Perth. All materials supplied. The Rosaries made are distributed to schools, missions and those who ask for a Rosary. Please join us and learn the art of Rosary making on rope and chain. Enq: 0478 598 860. Half-Day Retreat 9am-1.30pm at Holy Family Parish, 34 Alcock St, Maddington. Led by Fr Parackal VC and Vincentian Fathers. Morning tea and lunch provided. Enq: 9493 1703 or email vincentiansperth@yahoo.com or visit www.vpcp.org.au. EVERY FIRST AND THIRD SATURDAY The Feast - Praise and Worship, Inspiring Talk, Fellowship 4-6pm St Jude Parish Centre, 20 Prendiville Way, Langford. Afternoon tea and coffee provided. Enq: Grace 0420 921 268 or Fema 0415 144 971. EVERY SECOND SATURDAY Novena to Our Lady of Perpetual Help (Succour) and Divine Mercy Chaplet (Chant) 8.30am at Our Lady of the Mission Parish, Whitford, 270 Camberwarra Dr, Craigie. Holy Mass at 8.30am followed by Novena. Enq: Margaret 9307 2776. EVERY SECOND AND FOURTH SATURDAY The Feast - Praise and Worship, Inspiring Talk and Fellowship 3-5pm at St Mary’s Cathedral, Meeting Room 1. Afternoon tea and coffee provided. Enq: Grace 0420 921 268 or Fema 0415 144 971. EVERY FOURTH SATURDAY Voice of the Voiceless Healing Mass 11.30am at St Brigid’s Parish, 211 Aberdeen St, Northbridge. Bring a plate to share after Mass. Enq: Frank 9296 7591 or 0408 183 325.

Free Divine Mercy Image for Parishes High quality oil painting and glossy print – Divine Mercy Promotions. Images of very high quality. For any parish willing to accept and place inside the church. Oil paintings: 160 x 90cm; glossy print - 100 x 60cm. Enq: Irene 9417 3267 (w). Sacred Heart Pioneers Would anyone like to know about the Sacred Heart pioneers? If so, please contact Spiritual Director Fr Doug Harris 9444 6131 or John 9457 7771. St Philomena’s Chapel 3/24 Juna Dr, Malaga. Mass of the day: Mon 6.45am. Vigil Masses: Mon-Fri 4.45pm. Enq: Fr David 9376 1734. Mary MacKillop Merchandise Available for sale from Mary MacKillop Centre. Enq: Sr Maree 0414 683 926 or 08 9334 0933. Financially Disadvantaged People Requiring Low Care Aged Care Placement The Little Sisters of the Poor community is set in the beautiful gardens in Glendalough. “Making the elderly happy, that is everything!” St Jeanne Jugan (foundress). Reg and enq: Sr Marie 9443 3155. AA Alcoholics Anonymous Is alcohol costing you more than just money? Enq: AA 9325 3566. Abortion Grief Association Inc A not-for-profit association is looking for premises to establish a Trauma Recovery Centre (pref SOR) in response to increasing demand for services (ref www.abortiongrief.asn.au). Enq: Julie (08) 9313 1784. Free Rosaries For The Missions If you or anybody you know are going to the missions and would like to send or take Rosaries to spread the faith locally or overseas or for school or First Holy Communion, please contact Felicia 0429 173 541 or Hiep 0409 128 638. Saints and Sacred Relics Apostolate Invite SSRA Perth invites interested parties, parish priests, leaders of religious communities, lay associations to organise relic visitations to parishes, communities, etc. We have available authenticated relics, mostly first class, of Catholic saints and blesseds including Sts Mary MacKillop, Padre Pio, Anthony of Padua, Therese of Lisieux, Maximilian Kolbe, Simon Stock and Blessed Pope John Paul II. Free of charge and all welcome. Enq: Giovanny 0478 201 092 or ssra-perth@catholic.org. PERPETUAL ADORATION Perpetual Adoration - Kelmscott Perpetual Adoration is coming to Kelmscott soon. Come and spend an hour with Our Lord in the Blessed Sacrament in the little side Chapel of Good Shepherd Church, Streich Ave. Adorers are needed. Please contact Tim 0413 785 680 or Fr Andrew 9495 1204. Adoration - St Jerome’s, Spearwood Adorers are needed. Please contact the office on 9418 1229. Holy Hour Slots at St Bernadette’s, Glendalough “Every Holy Hour we make so pleases the Heart of Jesus that it will be recorded in heaven and retold for all eternity” ~ Blessed Mother Teresa. Adorers needed for: Monday midnight-1am; Tuesday 10-11am; Wednesday midnight-2am; Friday 2-4am; and Sunday 1-2am. If you would like one of these hours or more information, please call the parish office. Enquiries: 9444 6131. Emmanuel Centre Volunteer needed Emmanuel Centre is looking for a volunteer approximately every six weeks to drive a trailer and ute to Canning Vale to drop off newspaper for recycling. The trailer is a self-tipper and the papers on the ute can be simply pushed over the edge. The days would be Mondays, Tuesdays or Thursdays. Please contact Fr Paul 9328 8113 (voice); 9328 9571 (TTY) or Mob 0401 016 399. Resource Centre For Personal Development 2014 Courses 197 High St, Fremantle. RCPD2 ‘Successful Relationships, Emotional Intelligence/ Communication Skills’; RCPD3 Part1 ‘Health – Mental, Physical and Spiritual’ ‘Understanding and Healing the Consequences of Emotional and Sexual Abuse’ Lecture and Discussion; RCPD11 ‘Therapeutic Workshop’; RCPD7 Part1 ‘Psychology and Christian Spirituality’; RCPD7 Part2 ‘Exorcists and Psychiatrists’. Volunteers required for Op/Shop Drop-In Centre. Enq: 9418 1439, 0409 405 585 www.rcpd.net.au. Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation: Term Three enrolments at the Maranatha Centre are now open. Maranatha offers daytime and evening courses and Sunday sessions at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. Courses run for 3,6 or 8 weeks and range in cost from $20 to $50. Deepen your understanding of your faith in a friendly, interactive environment with no exams or assignments! Enq: or to register www. maranathacentre.org.au or 9241 5221.

GENERAL Divine Mercy Church, Lower Chittering Come join the “$500 club” by donating that amount towards completion of the Divine Mercy Church in Lower Chittering. Your name will be included in a plaque and you will share in Masses offered for benefactors. Donate online: www. ginginchitteringparish.org.au or send cheque to DM Church Building Fund, PO Box 8, Bullsbrook WA 6084. May God bless you!

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TREASURES OF THE PROMISED LAND Nov 14-26, 2014. Call Alternative Events (TA Lic: 9TA1573) at 0433 77 1979 /0421 835 408 or email: info@alternative-events.net for above pilgrimages. (20 DAYS) HOLY LAND AND TURKEY (St Paul’s Footsteps, 7 Churches of Revelation, Ephesus, and Gallipoli) from Nov 17-Dec 6, 2014. Fr Emmanuel-tv (Spiritual Director). Contact us ASAP: fremmanueltv@hotmail. com; 0417 999 553, 9622 5411. PILGRIMAGE TO MEDJUGORJE, ROME - ITALY Departs Perth Oct 7-25, 8 nights Italy inclusive. Rome, San Giovanni Rotondo, Assisi, Corato and more. Medjugorje 7 days 1 night Split. Cost $4,999 includes all flights, transfers, accommodation, airport hotel stay on departure and return to rest and shower. Bed/breakfast evening meals, excellent accommodation all with ensuite facilities, taxes, tipping,

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IN MEMORIAM KIRKWOOD (Arthur) In loving memory of my dear father, who died on August 11, 1991. With the passing years you remain forever in my heart and prayers, O my Pappa. May God be with you always, and with Darling wonderful Mother. I love you both so much. Moira May perpetual light shine upon them! May they rest in peace.

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