8 October 2015
Your news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Edition #52
Multiculturalism a sign of fruitfulness By Jamie O’Brien THE VARIOUS cultures in which the Gospel is proclaimed - and in which it finds a home - are a powerful sign of the rich creativity and fruitfulness of the Spirit of God, said Archbishop Timothy Costelloe last week, in celebration of the inaugural Multicultural Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral. In the presence of some 200 people from across the Archdiocese, cultures from all over the globe were celebrated and embraced at the ceremony that took place on 1 October, in what will now be an annual tradition. The Archbishop was joined by concelebrants Father Peter Whitely, Vicar General; Monsignor Michael Keating, Dean of St Mary’s Cathedral; Deacon Truc and Fr Brennan Sia as MC for the occasion; and chaplains from the Perth migrant communities of Korea, Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore, China, Vietnam, Croatia, Poland, Africa, Myanmar (Burma) and Malta. The Archbishop went on to say that the many languages, traditions, musical styles, forms of dress, varieties of food and so on are an invitation to all of us. “To wonder at the mystery and variety of humanity created in the image of God and a challenge to us to recognise that there is more than one way to give expression to our deepest feelings and dreams, our deepest joys and sorrows.” 1 | EDITION #52 | 8 OCTOBER 2015
The various cultures in which the Gospel is proclaimed - and in which it finds a home - are a powerful sign of the rich creativity and fruitfulness of the Spirit of God, said Archbishop Timothy Costelloe last week, in celebration of the inaugural Multicultural Mass. PHOTO: JAMIE O’BRIEN
The Mass commenced with the procession of a number of African dancers, in addition to the native chants by members of the African community. The Archbishop went on to open the Mass, praising the work of Sister Phyllis
missed,” the Archbishop said. The first reading was then proclaimed in Chinese Mandarin, the responsorial psalm in Maltese and the second reading in Indonesian by native tongue speakers. Deacon Truc then processed in with the Gospel,
The variety of humanity challenges us to recognise that there is more than one way to give expression. Robertson PBVM who, sadly, passed away recently in Ireland. Sr Phyllis had an extensive ministry within the migrant communities of Perth and was a valued member of the Migrant Chaplains Committee. “Her love, care and expertise will be sadly
accompanied by the African dancers. The congregation was also gifted with the singing of the Burmese (Myanmar) Catholic Choir and the African Choir at various parts of the Mass. The celebration continued with further dancing by
members of the African community during the offertory procession, which included two baskets of fresh fruit accompanied by the bread and wine. Vicar for Migrants for the Archdiocese of Perth, Fr Benedict Lee, said the celebration of multiculturalism has, in past years, been generally held at a parish level around Perth, so it was a blessing to finally celebrate together. “We hope and pray that, in 2016, the news will go across all migrant communities so that the celebration will be a strong sign of the beautiful gift of various cultures here in our Archdiocese,” Fr Benedict said. Full Text available at
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A search for freedom - Cali Nathan tells his story of survival By Marco Ceccarelli THE YEAR 1983 saw the eruption of a 25-year civil war in in the island country of Sri Lanka that claimed the lives of an estimated 100,000 people. Fought by the Liberation Tigers of Tamil Eelam (LTTE), an organisation which sought to create an independent Tamil state called Tamil Eelam in the north and the east of the island, and the Sri Lankan government, the war ended with the defeat of LTTE in 2009. Forced to escape the horrors of this war, former refugee Caliyugan (Cali) Nathan, who grew up in an island village in northern Sri Lanka, recently spoke to the eRecord about his story of escape, survival, adaptation and current work within community life. • • • “The year in which the civil war began in my country, my father was tortured, almost killed and had his business burned to the ground,” said 30-year-old Cali, speaking of an incident that predated his birth, but remains a significant mark on his family. “He was not involved with the Tamil Tigers; his crime was to imply being a Tamil, as was our family’s.” Aside from this event and the constant sound of war planes flying above his residence, Cali had a relatively happy childhood, growing rice, tobacco and vegetables with his family and spending recreational time with his cousins. This period of peace and stability was, however, short lived. The situation of conflict near his village took a turn for the worst and one morning, without warning, he was forced to flee with his family, 2 | EDITION #52 | 8 OCTOBER 2015
Caliyugan (Cali) Nathan’s story of escape, survival, adaptation and current work within community life demonstrates the important economic, civil and social contributions refugees can make to Australian society. PHOTO: MARCO CECCARELLI
taking nothing but the clothes on his back. “I remember my dad was pushing me on a bicycle and every time we heard a shell close by, he would push me to the ground. The parents used real force to keep their kids safe, and it was only when we stopped at a temple to rest that I saw my knees were covered in blood. “There were fires by the side of the road, random fires with thick black smoke. It was dead bodies being burned,” Cali recounted, still in disbelief at the brutality of what he witnessed as a small child. After reaching the Sri Lankan capital, Colombo, and settling there for a time, Cali’s father waited for the first opportunity to move his family to Europe and, in 1995, he took it. It was not long before Cali was in a primary school in Holland, learning Dutch and playing table tennis and soccer with new friends. Unfortunately, due to their
asylum claims being rejected, this period of peace was also short lived and Cali and his family were forced to return to Colombo, Sri Lanka. Adaptation was once again fundamental to Cali, who was now a teenager, in order to survive within a familiar yet changed environment. Rules were much stricter in Sri Lanka than in Holland and cultural differences were more pronounced. Despite ongoing peace talks between rebels and the government, the situation deteriorated and local bombings were once again the order of the day. “On top of the bombings, there were kidnappings and arrests. Under the Prevention of Terrorism Act, the police and military had the right to detain anyone, without reason or evidence, for up to 18 months. “You didn’t have to do anything wrong to get arrested if you were Tamil - and they
could tell by the name on your ID - they could arrest you for nothing. And if you’re in a Sri Lankan prison, it’s not like a prison. It’s more like a torture house,” Cali said. At this point, struggling with the desire to join the Tamil Tigers and seek justice against what he believed was an oppressive government, Cali left Sri Lanka and eventually decided to seek refuge in Australia. As with many of those wanting to undertake the journey to Australia by boat, Cali went through four to five different countries before boarding a boat in Indonesia. His traumatic experience of the trip has remained as impressed on his mind as the violence he witnessed back home. “Once I boarded the boat, I was told we would have to go in small groups of about ten people towards a bigger ship Continued onto next Page
New name, new term for Adult Faith Centre By Jamie O’Brien ADULT FAITH formation in the Archdiocese of Perth has a new name, just in time for the new term. Formerly known as the Maranatha Centre, the Archdiocesan agency for adult faith development will now be known as the Centre for Faith Enrichment (CFE), continuing under the leadership of Director Dr Michelle Jones. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe made the formal announcement following the 2015 Annual Commissioning Mass at the Cathedral Parish Centre on September 18. The gift of developing our adult faith in connection with our life, said Dr Jones, is a journey that can lead us to a knowledge of Christ and His Church from a perspective we
Centre for Faith Enrichment Director Dr Michelle Jones receives the new Mandate from Archbishop Timothy Costelloe on 18 September. PHOTO: MAT DE SOUSA
might never have otherwise known. “Growing in faith can take place in many different ways and, here at the Centre for Faith Enrichment, we try to provide well researched and stimulating mind food which is ultimately oriented to enlivening participants’ faith.”
“We are the Archdiocesan agency for adult faith formation,” she said. “We were looking for a name that expressed clearly that we are at the heart of the Archdiocese and for all people of the Archdiocese – and beyond.” Some Term Four courses commence this week, with
that was waiting eight hours away. We reached the ship and waited for other groups to arrive. Days turned into weeks. “One night, after about three weeks of waiting, I was sitting on the top deck at around 3am and I saw a vessel approaching our boat. We didn’t signal to other boats in case it was the police, so I just sat and watched the small boat in the distance. “The next morning, we discovered that the boat had been heading towards us carrying 13 people. They couldn’t see us in the dark, the conditions were not good, and they decided to turn back. The sea was too rough and the boat too heavy. “It sank and nobody survived. Many people on our boat, including myself, were inconsolable.” Cali’s boat eventually set off
and reached Christmas Island under harrowing weather conditions. After spending seven months in detention, Cali was transferred to the Perth Immigration Detention Centre, where he stayed another seven months. Cali was finally moved to Curtin Detention Centre, where he began feeling “moved around like an animal or a criminal, in shabby clothes.” In the middle of 2011, after 17 months in detention, he was finally released into the community. “It was so overwhelming being free. I walked around the city for hours, touching, looking and smelling. I’d relied on other people for so long to tell me what to do. “I know I am lucky, there have been so many people who haven’t made it. Immigration policies are
much harsher now, so I’m one of the fortunate ones. I try to feel lucky and I try to feel happy, but sometimes all I feel is an overwhelming sense of guilt that I’m safe and so many aren’t. “My dream is to go home to my family. The sense of feeling at home is so unique, a unique and significant feeling that you can never buy and you can never fake. The love for your country is like the love for your mother; it can’t ever be replaced. “To be back on the farm where I grew up, running through the rice fields; that would be freedom for me,” Cali said. Cali has since managed to obtain a secure job in IT and has been involved with refugee rights activism as well as cultural and sports programs. One such program is named Tamil Eelam Cricket.
others commencing in the weeks to come. Courses are held at various locations across Perth, including Ocean Reef, Doubleview, Salter Point and Yangebup. Dr Jones went on to mention that a number of online courses are also available in Term Four. “For those who prefer a home learning environment, or for those in rural parts of the Archdiocese, you now have even more reason to embrace the chance to learn more about faith and what it means for your life,” Dr Jones said. For more information, contact 08 9241 5221 or email cfe@perthcatholic.org. au or visit www.cfe.org.au. Full Text available at
www.therecord.com.au This volunteer-run initiative was set up by Cali with the aim of providing common ground for Tamils to come together with their new neighbours and close the gap between new and existing Tamil communities in Perth. “With a common interest such as cricket, there is an added bonus that it is easier for Tamils to integrate into a new culture without, of course, losing their own culture,” said Cali. “It can promote a sense of belonging and pride within the world Tamil Family, and represent Tamil Eelam on a global platform promoting Tamil culture and identity,” he concluded. To find out more about this initiative and how you can be involved, visit www.tecricket. com. With the support of Georgina Gregory EDITION #52 | 8 OCTOBER 2015 |
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Archdiocese of Perth continues work to safeguard parishes By Jamie O’Brien The training of some 30 lay men and women in the area of child protection has last month brought the number of Safeguarding Officers for the Archdiocese of Perth to more than 50. The men and women from all walks of life are being trained in all facets of child protection for the role as Safeguarding Officers in their parishes. The Safeguarding Officers – as they will be known - act as a conduit between parishioners and the Archdiocese’s Safeguarding Officer, Andrea Musulin, in bringing forward reports of child abuse by members of the Church. The training looks at a multitude of areas the Safeguarding Officers will come across, including Working with Children legislation, responding to child abuse concerns and suspicions, as well as the role of the Royal Commission. Ms Musulin also highlighted the role of parents in the Safeguarding Project, emphasising that “having parental support of any program like this is vital”. “Children look to their parents for guidance and for reassurance. We all teach children about stranger danger and we all beat to the same drum. We have the same message and sit on the same page. “When we talk about child sexual abuse prevention, we are not all beating the same drum simply because these issues (about childhood sexual abuse prevention) were not addressed when we were children.
Some 30 lay men and women have last month brought to a total of more than 50 new Safeguarding Officers for the Archdiocese of Perth. PHOTO: JAMIE O’BRIEN
“So, we need to get parents on board and we need parents to be quite aware of how, what, when, and why child sexual abuse is perpetrated because it is then that we can actually work with children with parental support and that will make the program all the better.” In officially launching the project at St Mary’s Cathedral
be required to attend training and then we will look at ways in which, together, we can develop local projects that parents and children can attend. “It is about making sure officers are au fait with the policies and procedures that I have written for the Safeguarding Project and that guiding principles are put into
The people chosen will be required to attend training and look at ways in which, together, we can develop local projects that parents and children can attend. earlier this year, Ms Musulin, a police officer and expert in child protection, spoke about how the project works in the Archdiocese. “I will be the overarching Safeguarding Officer, with two local officers appointed to every parish,” Ms Musulin said. “The people chosen will
place and are being followed in parishes.” A plethora of additional training will also be provided each year to further develop and strengthen the role of the Safeguarding Officers in the parishes. Ms Musulin joined the Archdiocese of Perth with
a background of 28 years of experience as a police officer, specialising in child protection. She has provided services to children in metropolitan, rural and remote areas of Western Australia and has developed the first and only Child Protection Program for Rural and Remote Children. Ms Musulin went on to make clear that the Safeguarding Officers are not the judge and jury. “They are not the police providing the investigation. They are the people who receive the concern that then comes directly to me.” More information about the Safeguarding Project can be obtained by contacting the WA Professional Standards Office on 08 9221 7762 or via safeguarding@perthcatholic. org.au. Full Text available at
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What’s happening around the Archdiocese FRIDAY, 9 - SATURDAY, 10 OCTOBER Marty Haugen visit to Perth Performer and composer, Marty Haugen will be visiting Perth from 9-10 October. Marty is from the US and previously visited Perth in 1995. Composer of over 450 pieces, including Mass of Creation, Gather Us In and We Remember. Every Catholic has sung his music at some stage! FRIDAY, 9 – SUNDAY, 11 OCTOBER Reading Weekend at New Norcia Reading Weekend: The Soil of Human Thinking and the Emerging Christian – Retreat guide, Robert Nixon OSB, will share on the principal philosophical schools in the Mediterranean world at the time of Christ. Recommended cost: $300. The text for this reading weekend is: What is Ancient Philosophy? by Pierre Hadot. Further info: Dr Carmel Posa SGS, 08 9654 8371, carmel.posa@ newnorcia.wa.edu.au. SATURDAY, 10 OCTOBER Mental Health Awareness Day 2015 As part of Mental Health Week, Emmanuel Centre will hold a day of reflection followed by Mass at St Francis Xavier Church, Windsor St, Perth from 9.30am-2.30pm. An Auslan interpreter, audio-induction loop and PowerPoint will be available. Two sessions will be presented by Tasha Broomhall from Blooming Minds on ‘Bouncing Back From Stress and Looking After Yourself in Times of Change’ and ‘Let’s Talk About It - how to have tricky conversations about mental health with someone we are concerned about’. Please bring a plate of food to share for lunch. RSVP: by 1 October. Further info: Barbara 08 9328 8113, emmanuelcentre@ westnet.com.au. End of an Era Boarding Farewell/ Reunion A reunion will be held to commemorate the history and closure of Catholic boarding in Geraldton at St Patrick’s College, Stella Maris College and Nagle Catholic College Geraldton. From 10am–6pm. An invitation is open to all past and present boarders and boarding staff from 1891–2015. Cost: $25. RSVP 19 September. Further info and registration: boardersreunion@ncc.wa.edu.au, Nagle Catholic College, 08 9920 0500. SUNDAY, 11 OCTOBER Requiem Fundraising Performance This Requiem performance by Karl Jenkins is a reflection on the loss of life among displaced people in our world as they seek asylum. It combines the prayers of a Requiem with Japanese EDITION #52 | 8 OCTOBER 2015
Haiku poetry, Japanese flute and drum. On Sunday, 11 October, at St Mary’s Cathedral, Victoria Sq, Perth at 2.30pm. Featuruing Lux et Veritas & Camerata 1685 with Conductor Jangoo Chapkhana. Cost $35 ($25 conc). Profits will go to MercyCare and the Humanitarian Group supporting asylum seekers. Further info and bookings: 08 6488 2440 (124pm), info@ticketswa.com, http:// ticketswa.com/event/requiem-karljenkins. World Apostolate of Fatima A Holy Hour of Eucharistic Reparation will be held at Holy Family Parish, 34 Alcock St, Maddington at 3pm. All welcome. Further info: Diana Fox 08 9339 2614. TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER The Inaugural David Malcolm Memorial Lecture Former Justice of the Supreme Court of Western Australia, The Honourable Professor Neville Owen, will deliver the inaugural The Honourable David Malcolm Annual Memorial Lecture at The University of Notre Dame Michael Keating Room (ND42), cnr High and Cliff Sts, Fremantle. Professor Owen, also an Adjunct Professor in the School of Law, will deliver his lecture on the topic: ‘Surviving Sisyphus: Justice, Judges and Jaundice’. Further info and to register: www.nd.edu.au/events. TUESDAY, 13 OCTOBER - TUESDAY, 3 NOVEMBER Theology of the Human Person This four-week course will explore some aspects of being human considering: Scripture and Christian theology; cultural beliefs and how they influence us; the psychological dimensions of being human; and Christian growth and maturity. Presented by Dr Pina Ford. Provides Full Unit in Theology Accreditation. Held every Tuesday, from 13 October to 3 November, 7-9.30pm at Infant Jesus Parish centre, 47 Wellington Rd, Morley. Cost: $20. Further info and to register by 5 October: Mildred 08 6380 5335, rego.mildred@ceo. wa.edu.au. WEDNESDAY, 14 OCTOBER Miracle Prayers The next Miracle Prayers healing service will be held at 67 Howe St, Osborne Park, 7.30pm. David Osman will be speaking about Perseverance. Personal prayer for healing and the Sacrament of Reconciliation will be available on the night. All welcome. Further info: 08 9202 6868; www. Facebook.com/miracleprayersperth. THURSDAY, 15 OCTOBER Meeting for “The Way Forward” at Emmanuel Centre
The Emmanuel Centre has been asked to host a meeting so that people with disability, their families and their friends can respond to Archbishop Costelloe’s request for feedback to the recent launch of his “The Way Forward” proposal. Two meetings have been organised for Thursday, 15 October at 12noon or Thursday, 15 October at 7pm. The meetings will be held at Emmanuel Centre, 25 Windsor St, Perth. People will be available to assist you in answering the Archbishop’s questionnaire and/ or listen to your thoughts. This is an opportunity to tell the Archbishop what you think is important for the Catholic Church in Perth for the future. If you have any comments please phone 08 9328 8113, 08 9328 9571 (TTY), 08 9227 0720 (Fax), or email: emmanuelcentre@westnet.com.au. All welcome. Auslan interpreter will be available. Solemnity of St Teresa A solemn concelebrated Mass will be offered at the Carmelite Monastery, 100 Adelma Road, Nedlands, at 10am with Bishop Don Sproxton as the main Celebrant. This Mass will conclude the special 5th Centenary celebrations for St Teresa’s birth. All are welcome to the Mass and morning tea afterwards. SATURDAY, 17 OCTOBER Developing Prayer Life RCIA Workshop ‘Being Held in the Life of God’ is a workshop on developing prayer life in the RCIA process. The dynamic of spirituality involves each of us being different instruments in an orchestra playing for God. Topics include: ‘what prayer is’ and the ‘growth and change of our prayer life’. Presented by Dr Pina Ford at the Newman-Siena Centre, 33 Williamstown Rd, Doubleview, from 9.30am-12.30pm. Cost: donation. RSVP essential: by 14 October. Further info and to register: Centre for Liturgy, Karen 08 9207 3350. St Columba’s Primary School Reunion St Columba’s Primary School, South Perth, will be celebrating the 60-year Reunion of Sr Marguerita’s Grade 1 Class 1955 on Saturday, 17 October, 2pm. Contact details sought for Bletchynden, Ryan, Meese, Ritchie, Russo, Newman and Arkless. Further info: Chris Fitzhardinge 0408 450 071. Christian Mental Health Professionals Seminar This seminar provides an opportunity for professionals working in the area of mental health to discuss the anthropology that informs their work and also to connect with others working in a similar field. Held at the Catholic Pastoral Centre, 40a Mary St, Highgate, 9am-2pm
(lunch provided). Further info and to register by 12 October: Respect Life Office 08 9422 7999, respectlife@ perthcatholic.org.au. SUNDAY, 18 OCTOBER The Walker Trio Mission Concert All are invited to attend this Mission Concert with an exciting fusion of classical, jazz and popular music. The Walker Trio is a family group of very accomplished professional musicians with Ray Walker, jazz guitarist, Jessica Gethin, violinist and Sophie Curtis, celloist. Held at Infant Jesus Parish, 47 Wellington Rd, Morley, at 3pm. Proceeds go to Catholic Mission supporting girls’ education in Bangalore. Cost: $25 adults, $15 conc. Tickets can be purchased at http:// www.trybooking.com/JAHF; Catholic Mission, 08 9422 7933 or at the door. SUNDAY, 18 - SUNDAY, 25 OCTOBER Writer’s Workshop In collaboration with the Benedictine Union of Australia and New Zealand, the Institute for Benedictine Studies will host its second “Writers’ Workshop” to facilitate those who wish to hone their skills in academic writing, particularly in relation to publication in Tjurunga: An Australasian Benedictine Review. Facilitated by Michael Casey OCSO. Recommended donation for the week: $500. Further info and bookings: Dr Carmel Posa SGS 08 9654 8371, carmel.posa@newnorcia. wa.edu.au, jill.obrien@newnorcia. wa.edu.au. TUESDAY, 20 AND WEDENSDAY, 21 OCTOBER Jesus and the Church: The two great Sacraments of love Dr Margaret Scharf, OP, from the Centre for Faith Enrichment, is an internationally recognised sacramental theologian, composer and retreat director and her course offers a wonderful opportunity for participants to enrich their understanding of the Sacraments. Held in two locations: Yangebup Parish, 340 Yangebup Road, Yangebup: Tuesdays, 20 October – 10 November, 7pm-9pm and Ocean Reef Parish, Constellation Drive, Ocean Reef: Wednesdays, 21 October – 11 November, 7pm-9pm. All are welcome. Further info and to register: Centre for Faith Enrichment, 08 9241 5221, cfe@perthcatholic.org.au, www.cfe.org.au. THURSDAY, 22 - SATURDAY, 24 OCTOBER ‘Why be Catholic?’ Faith Conference with Tim Staples Rediscover the reasons for our hope in Jesus Christ and His Church.
Visiting from the US, Tim Staples is the Director of Apologetics and Evangelisation at Catholic Answers. Eight talks presented by Tim will address questions such as, How do you answer non-Catholics when asked why you are Catholic? This Faith Conference will be held at St Thomas More Parish, 100 Dean Rd, Bateman. Cost $30. Further info: 08 9310 1747, stthomasmore.faith@ gmail.com, www.batemancatholic. org/conference2015. SUNDAY, 25 OCTOBER Mercedes/OLC Class of 1965 Reunion Past students of Our Lady’s College who graduated with Leaving in 1965 or Junior in 1963 are invited to attend a 50th Reunion on the afternoon of Sunday, 25 October. If you are a student of that year or know of someone, please contact Mary Ballantine (Noonan) mary. ballantine@hotmail.com or Coralie Deshon (White) cadeshon@iinet.net. au. TUESDAY, 27 OCTOBER Cathedral Concert Series The final concert is themed ‘Music for Wind and Brass’. Presented jointly with the UWA School of Music and will feature the UWA Symphonic Chorus, UWA Vocal Consort and the Cathedral choir in an explosion of music from the Renaissance to the present day. 7.30pm. Tickets: $28-$35 from the Cathedral piety stall or Click here for online bookings. WEDNESDAY, 21 - FRIDAY, 31 OCTOBER “In the Footsteps of Mary Mackillop” This 10-day pilgrimage has been prepared by the Sisters of St Joseph and designed to help you enter more deeply into Mary Mackillop’s story. Further info: contact Laura 08 9334 0999, laura.mccarthy@sosj.org.au. FRIDAY, 6 - SUNDAY, 8 NOVEMBER Thomas Merton and Contemplative Prayer To celebrate 100 years since Thomas Merton’s birth, the Institute for Benedictine Studies is offering a retreat reflecting on and praying with Merton’s wisdom. Merton’s writings on contemplative prayer appealed to people of all walks of life when they first appeared back in the 1950s and 60s. With their distinctive insistence on the melding of prayer with action in the world, Merton’s words still resonant with the issues of our times and our desires to journey deeply into God. This weekend will be led by Dr Carmel Posa SGS. Recommended cost: $260. Further info: Dr Carmel Posa SGS, 08 9654 8371, carmel.posa@ newnorcia.wa.edu.au. SATURDAY, 7 NOVEMBER Quiz Night Fundraiser A Fundraising Quiz Night for the Embrace the Grace Youth Conference EDITION #52 | 8 OCTOBER 2015
will be held at 67 Howe St, Osborne Park at 7pm. Come along for a night of trivia, entertainment and the chance to win great prizes. Tickets $20. Proceeds will subsidise registration fees to enable young people to attend Embrace the Grace. Further info or to register: admin@cym.com.au, 08 9422 7912. Installation Mass of Relics of three Saints The parish of St Anthony at 96 Innamincka Rd, Greenmount, will receive the installation of relics of St Anthony of Padua, St John Paul II and St Mary of the Cross MacKillop on Saturday, 7 November at 6pm by Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB. Spiritual preparation, led by Bishop Justin Bianchini, will begin in the parish with Masses over the weekend of 24/25 October and evening Masses on Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday 26, 27 and 28 October, commencing at 7pm followed by a video story of each saint’s life. SUNDAY, 14 NOVEMBER Sisters of the Good Samaritan Rural Outeach Fundraiser A fundraiser afternoon tea will be held at Pater Noster Parish Hall, 460 Marmion St, Myaree, from 2-4.30pm. Entry is by donation to raise funds for this important outreach to rural and remote people. Please come along and bring a friend and enjoy the entertainment, Christmas gifts table, raffles, lucky door prizes and much more and you will be supporting: Boarding and education of Aboriginal Students at Nagle College Geraldton; Motivation programs for primary school attendance; Retreats and programs for rural and remote women and communities. Further info: Penny Carroll 0419 709 437, the. penny.carroll@gmail.com. THURSDAY, 3 - SATURDAY, 5 DECEMBER Australian Catholic Youth Festival 2015 The Australian Catholic Youth Festival is a national gathering of Catholic young people established by the ACBC. Join thousands of young people in Adelaide to experience a deeper relationship with Jesus and be empowered to be disciples in the world today. Young people from Year 9 to young adults 25 years of age are invited. Further info: www. youthfestival.catholic.org.au. EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY OF THE MONTH Chaplets of the Divine Mercy A powerful, prayerful, sung devotion held at St Thomas More Catholic Church, Dean Road Bateman, on the second Wednesday of each month commencing at 7.30 pm. z It will be accompanied by Exposition and followed by Benediction and Annointing. If you have not been before, why don’t you come along and be uplifted? Enquiries to George
Lopez on 9310 9493(h) or 6242 0702(w). EVERY FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY OF THE MONTH Young Adults Cenacle Group The Young Adults Cenacle Group invites young people aged 18-40 to St Bernadette’s Church, Jugan St, Glendalough on the 1st & 3rd Thursday of each month at 8pm. The evening includes a cenacle rosary, followed by a reflection by a visiting priest and fellowship. Any queries phone Viviana on 0413 432 025. EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Catholic Faith Renewal 7.30pm at St John and Paul’s Parish, Pinetree Gully Road, Willetton. Songs of Praise, sharing by a Priest, Thanksgiving Mass and light refreshments after Mass. All welcome to attend and we encourage you to bring your family and friends. Enq: Ann 0412 166 164, Ivan 0428 898 833. EVERY SATURDAY Commencing February 28 at 9am, The Instinct to Heal’ Holistic Health (24 sessions). From 10.30am -1pm, Internalize principles of successful relationships and use emotional intelligence and communication skills. For couples, singles, parents and families. Prayer meetings held every 2nd Thursday. Enq: Eva 0409 405 585 or 9418 1439; rcpd.net.au
GENERAL CENTRE FOR LITURGY ADVENT PROGRAM The 2015 Advent Program for the Archdiocese of Perth will be released in September 2015. And God said, “This is the sign of the covenant I am making between me and you and every living creature with you, a covenant for all generations to come: I have set my rainbow in the clouds, and it will be the sign of the covenant between me and the earth. (Gen 9:12-14). Cost: $35 via post or $30 via email. This provides copyright permission to photocopy and distribute any or all of the program for non-profit purposes. Further info and to order: Centre for Liturgy, 08 9207 3350, registrations. cfl@perthcatholic.org.au. NEW CATHEDRAL CHOIR CD Titled Laudate Dominum – Songs of joy and hope, a live recording of faith-filled sacred music sung by the St Mary’s Cathedral Choir and the Cathedral’s Principal Cantor, Carly Power. Includes favourite hymns, chants, organ solos, including Schubert’s Ave Maria and Mozart’s Laudate Dominum. Features solos sung by our young boy sopranos and the beautifully inspiring voice of Carly Power in solos from Messiah and Vivaldi’s Gloria. $20. On sale at the Cathedral piety stall.
REGIONAL MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR POSITION VACANCY The St Vincent de Paul Society is seeking a highly motivated and committed individual with experience in community engagement, preferably in the context of a volunteer setting. This full-time role will facilitate opportunities that aim to develop the capacity of our volunteer members when responding to those who seek financial assistance and emotional support. Location: Belmont. Applications close: Monday, 28 September. Further info: Click here for job advertisement. ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT AND BOOKKEEPER POSITION VACANCY The Redemptorists, together with the monastery and Church communities, seek a full-time Adminstrative Assistant with bookkeeping and secretarial skills. Previous experience in a parish office or a mission organisation required. Location: North Perth. Applications close: 11 October. Further info: Click here for job advertisement. MINISTER OF MUSIC POSITION VACANCY The Redemptorist Monastery and Church community seeks a Minister of Music to direct, guide and lead musicians/choirs at Mass and celebrations. 19 hours per week (flexible hours with weekend work each week. More hours possible). Location: North Perth. Applications Close: 11 October. Further info: Click here for job advertisement and description. PARISH SECRETARY - PART-TIME POSITION VACANCY St Luke’s Parish, Woodvale has a vacancy for a part-time Parish Secretary, 3 days per week (15 hours). Applicants must be mature with excellent administration and communication skills and a demonstrated ability to use Microsoft Office, MYOB, Excel and Outlook. Applications to be received by Friday, 9 October and submitted by email to Julie Fuge, Manager Corporate Services: julief@archdiocese-perth. org.au. PRODUCTION OFFICER – FULLTIME POSITION VACANCY The Communications Office of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth is seeking to employ a full-time Production Officer to provide graphic design and production services for its online and print publications. An appropriate degree in graphic design, industrial design, marketing or an equivalent qualification is required together with a sound knowledge of newspaper design and principles. Demonstrated expertise in the use of computer applications, including publication-type software, databases, spreadsheets, websites, internal and email will be required. Applications and enquiries to julief@archdioceseperth.org.au by Monday, 12 October.