October 9, 2014
Your news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Edition #2
Cultural food night fosters diversity A COMMUNITY food night proved to be an exciting demonstration of the benefits of the diversity of Perth recently. On Friday September 26, Personal Advocacy Service partnered with Infant Jesus Parish Morley and local community members to hold “Hoppers Night” – a fundraising night bringing together people of all ages and abilities to experience cultural diversity through food and dance. Hoppers are a Sri Lankan-Indian speciality that consist of a bowl shaped rice pancake eaten with curry. Personal Advocacy Service Director Anabelle May said people of all abilities joined in the fun, food and entertainment. “The event brought
A classical Indian dancer, above, entertained those who attended the “Hoppers Night”, while Bollywood dancers helped with crowd participation. PHOTO: SUPLLIED
about a deeper awareness of peoples willingness to taste food of traditional Sri Lankan and Indian origin. “Many of those that attended also got into the mood by dressing in dif-
ferent ethnic clothes and were well entertained by an accomplished classical Indian dancer,” Ms May said. Bollywood dancers were also part of the event and
helped the crowd to join in the dancing. “Many who attended wanted to know when the next Hopper night was being held and were eager for a little more spice,” Ms May said. Personal Advocacy Service, an agency of the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth, was established in 1989 in response to parents who were seeking ways to enrich the lives of their sons and daughters with intellectual disabilities. They wanted opportunities for their sons and daughters to be included in community life and valued for the contribution they could make to the local community. To find out more about Personal Advocacy Service visit www.paswa.org.au.
Irene McCormack students win IT competition IRENE MCCORMACK Catholic College Just Start IT Team are the winners of the inaugural Curtin University Just Start IT Competition. Competing against 16 other schools, IMCC’s team were awarded with the best start-up business proposal. The Year 10 student team consisting of computer programmers, web graphic designers and analytical market researchers, designed ‘Penny Pledging’, EDITION #2 | OCTOBER 9, 2014
a web application that combines social networking and saving money to create the ultimate ‘kickstarter’ for saving towards financial goals. The judging panel included investors from Bankwest, Microsoft and Informed Technology. The students were mentored by teachers Rob Blair and Lauren Lerace. The team were delighted to be presented with the Just Start IT Trophy and a $5,000 cheque.
L-R – Jessica Jacob, Mr Rob Blair (Head of IT), Ryan Delaney, Ciaran Engelbrecht, Cohen Dennis, Tyler Walsh, Sarah Ayres, Miss Lauren Ierace and Steve Weiser. PHOTO: SUPLLIED
Nuturing the vineyard of our families EDITORIAL THIS WEEK commenced the opening of the Third Extraordinary General Assembly of the Synod of Bishops, which looks at the theme “The pastoral challenges of the family in the context of evangelisation.” The Synod on the Family will take place over the next two weeks and will end on October 19th with the beatification of its main promoter, Pope Paul VI. At a time when the concept of family is being greatly challenged, and even threatened, it is vital that we take note of the ‘catechesis’ that is being announced by the world, and seek the guidance that is being offered to us through the Synod. This catechesis of the world that is nothing short of
destructive and misinformed - often presents an unfortunately attractive and exciting view. However, it also provides a valuable lesson. As mentioned at the Synod this week, if the Church does not listen to the world, the world will not listen to the Church. Synod Assemblies, said Pope Francis, are not meant to discuss beautiful and clever ideas, or to see who is more intelligent. “They are meant to better nuture and tend the Lord’s vineyard, to help realise his dream, his loving plan for his people.” Many of us realise that family life – in its many shapes and sizes – can be difficult, making the catechesis of the world even more attractive as an easier alternative for those strug-
gling to follow a Christian way of life. As Christians we need to realise those challenges and remember that, as Pope Francis continued, the Lord is asking us persist in our care for the family, which has been from the beginning “an integral part of his loving plan for humanity.” Each one of us is called to live the Gospel in our daily lives – not as an explanation but as an action, so that we can be fruitful servants of the Good News of Christ. In closing, I bring to mind the words of Pope Francis who in his opening statement for the Synod, calls us to nuture the vineyard of the Lord with freedom, creativity, and hard work. “My brothers, to do a good job of nurturing and tending the vineyard, our hearts and our minds must
be kept in Jesus Christ, as Saint Paul says, by “the peace of God which passes all understanding.” For more information on the Third Extraordinary General Assembly of the Synod, go to www.zenit. org. I also take this opportunity to extend a warm welcome to all our new readers, as well as a thankyou to all past readers. Don’t forget to send us your stories and photos to editor@therecord.com.au. I also encourage you to send your copy of the e-Record to family and friends, and invite them to subscribe by following this link: https:// confirmsubscription.com/ h/d/9FB753E94D1DD217.
Jamie O’Brien is the Senior Communications Officer for the Archdiocese of Perth.
Spring has sprung - New courses planned for Maranatha Centre for adult faith formation NEW LIFE abounds at the Maranatha Centre for adult faith formation with term four courses about to commence in addition to a new director – Dr Michelle Jones. Dr Jones has been a presenter at Maranatha since 2009, after leaving her position as an associate lecturer at the University of Notre Dame Australia in order to pursue her doctorate in theology. In August, she was appointed by Archbishop Costelloe as the Director of Maranatha, EDITION #2 | OCTOBER 9, 2014
following the resignation of Sr Philomena Burrell. “Sr Philomena poured so much of herself into Maranatha, so I feel privileged to be following in the wake of such generosity of spirit,” Dr Jones commented. Dr Jones says she is looking forward to building on what has gone before her at Maranatha by offering new courses and developing the ways in which courses are delivered. “There is much scope to develop our online pres-
ence, and to develop the opportunities for adult faith education for people in rural parts of the Archdiocese. “We would also like to make our courses more accessible to people in parishes throughout Perth,” she said. Dr Jones added that she is witnessing an increasing number of people who are hungry for faith enrichment and spiritual renewal, “We want to make what Maranatha has to offer as accessible as possible,”
she said. For Term Four, Maranatha has evening, twilight, weekend and daytime courses on offer ranging in length from three weeks to eight weeks. Course topics include Jesus and the Church, ecological conversion (just in time for the Pope’s new encyclical on this topic), Dorothy Day, the Infancy Narratives, Jewish festivals (with a Rabbi) and more. To see what’s on offer or to register for a course, visit www.maranathacentre.org. au or call 08 9241 5221.
Fr Fitzsimons celebrates 60 years of priesthood THE PARISHES of Harvey and Brunswick recently helped Fr Noel Fitzsimons celebrate his 60th anniversary of priestly ordination. Bishop of Bunbury Gerard Holohan celebrated Mass which was followed by celebration at the Kinsella Parish Centre with more than 300 family and friends from across the state. In his speech for the occasion, Fr Noel thanked the parishes of Harvey and Brunswick parishes for a super demonstration of country hospitality. Full Text available at
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Fr Noel Fitzsimons celebrated his 60th anniversary of priestly ordination with more than 300 family and friends from across the state. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
UNDA to inform prospective students THE POSTGRADUATE and Research Information Evening, to be held at The University of Notre Dame Australia’s Fremantle Campus on Tuesday 21 October 2014, will allow prospective students to discuss postgraduate and research opportunities with staff and students, as well as find out more information on the University’s personalised admissions process. With a range of postgraduate courses on offer in 2015, as well as innovative research opportunities lead by academics who are leaders in their fields, Notre Dame’s higher degree students are equipped with the latest industry insights suited to their chosen profession. “The Postgraduate and Research Information Evening is an opportunity for prospective students to meet postgraduate and
Master of Teaching (Primary) student, Fiona Whiteway, says Notre Dame offers an ideal university learning community not experienced anywhere else. PHOTO: UNDA
research staff from our nine Schools and discuss their options for further study,” said Deputy Director, Admissions and Student Services Liz Beal. “Notre Dame is committed to providing support
for students to expand their knowledge, build their skills sets and make a difference in their profession.” With an ethical approach to education in a friendly and flexible learning environment, Notre Dame’s
postgraduate students are given every opportunity to enhance their skills, knowledge and career opportunities essential for today’s vibrant business culture. Master of Teaching (Primary) student, Fiona Whiteway, says Notre Dame offers an ideal university learning community not experienced anywhere else. “All my lecturers and tutors selflessly take the time to offer encouragement and expertise beyond their job description,” Fiona said. The Postgraduate and Research Information Evening takes place at Notre Dame’s Fremantle Campus on Tuesday 21 October 2014 from 5.30pm. To register your interest, please visit http://www.nd.edu.au/ events/fremantle Applications are now open for 2015. Apply direct – www.notredame.edu.au. EDITION #2 | OCTOBER 9, 2014
St Gerard’s new grotto a sign for all By Mark Reidy A NEW GROTTO at St Gerard Majella parish in Mirrabooka has already had a positive and unifying effect for both the parish and the wider community, according to Assistant Parish Priest Fr Antonio Scala. The new grotto, which replaced the original grotto built in 1986, was borne from a sketch produced by Fr Scala, inspired by grottos found in Italy. The concept of moving the original one from the side of the church to the front was enthusiastically embraced by parishioners who offered money to make the project possible, Fr Scala shared. “The new location near the entrance provides people with the opportunity to stop and pray as they enter the church and also as they leave, which was not possible before”, he said. Once Fr Scala had
Parishioners carry the statue of Our Lady to the new grotto at St Gerard Majella parish was opened on August 3. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
completed his sketch, he approached builder Angelo Bongiascia from the Kelmscott parish and together they completed building the new structure within three weeks. The new structure and location not only provides easier access and a sacred place where families and individuals can come to pray, but also features
undercover benches which allows shelter and rest for those who gather, Fr Scala said. The statue of Our Lady of Lourdes from the original grotto has been transferred to the new site, but not before receiving restoration from a parishioner who also provided a new coat of paint to cover the damage caused by smog
and candle smoke over the past 28 years. The new grotto was officially opened on August 3 by Archbishop Emeritus Barry James Hickey, after the statue had been carried in a procession through the local streets while the Rosary was recited. Full Text available at
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Award shows promising future for Destiny IONA PRESENTATION College Class of 2013 graduate, Destiny Boyd was recently announced as the national winner of the Prime Minister’s Award for Skills Excellence in School. In announcing the award, Federal Assistant Minister for Education, the Hon Sussan Ley MP said that although Destiny missed a significant amount of primary school
due to difficult family circumstances at the time her quiet determination and perseverance has more
Certificate III in Education Support,” Ms Ley said. “During the time she was working towards that
Her ‘never-say-die’ attitude was shown in her study for her Certificate III. than made up for lost time. “Her ‘never-say-die’ attitude was also evident too in her refusal to any interference with her study for her
Certificate, Destiny also achieved more than fourteen A-grade achievement levels during Years 11 and 12 at school, for which she
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was awarded a Certificate of Commendation. “At the same time she engaged in a range of cocurricular activities, including representing her school in athletics, soccer, softball and volleyball, as well as being an active member of the Peter Beneson Human Rights service group. Full Text available at
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What’s happening around the Archdiocese SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 9 Council of Christians and Jews WA inc. Commemoration of Kristallnaght 3pm at Temple David, 34 Clifton Crescent, Mount Lawley. “The Night of Broken Glass”. Come, recall, reflect, and respond. Occasional address by Martin Moen, “The Righteous among Nations, ¬ A Dutch Holocaust Story”. All welcome. Enq: ccjwa@aol.com. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 – SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 Believers on trial: god’s spies, stories of martyrs. You don’t have to leave home to be ‘on trial’ Dom Michael Tunney osb will speak about the martyrdom of Christians, very much a feature of our contemporary world between Friday 10th-Sunday 12th October at the Benedictine Monastery Guesthouse, New Norcia. The martyrs’ stories are about where power is recognised, the power that bestows life, a new depth of truthful living, a new and deeper centre to the self relocated in the life of Jesus or standing in the place where Jesus stands; not a power that simply commands. What is this power Christian martyrs of today can still see? Is it worth the cost of everything; even life? Cost is $250. Further info and enquiries: P) 9654 8002 or visit www.newnorcia.wa.edu.au. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 10 – FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 Silent directed retreat Led by Sr Bridget Kayser rsj between Friday 10th- Friday 24th October at St John of God Retreat Centre, 47 Gloucester Cres, Shoalwater at the cost of $1,500 per person. Further info: enquiries/bookings to Upper Room, Sr Bridget Kayser rsj P) 9593 4918, or www.upperroomperth.com. SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11 Mental health week 2014 On Saturday 11th October at St Francis Xavier Church, 23 Windsor St, Perth Archbishop Emeritus Barry Hickey will lead a journey of Reconciliation, Eucharist and Hope beginning with an opportunity for individual Reconciliation at 11am followed by a Mass of Forgiveness and Healing to conclude at 2:30pm. A light lunch will be provided. Notification of attendance will assist with catering. Auslan Interpreter, PowerPoint and Audio Loop provided. This is a free event. Further info: Barbara Harris at Emmanuel Centre P) 9328 8113 or E) emmanuelcentre@westnet.com.au. SUNDAY, OCTOBER 12 Celebrating the 5th Centenary of the birth of St Teresa of Avila The launch of the 500th anniversary of the birth of St Teresa of Avila will EDITION #2 | OCTOBER 9, 2014
take place on Sunday 12th October from 3:30pm-5:45pm with Mass celebrated at 6:00pm with Bishop Don Sproxton at Infant Jesus Parish, Morley, beginning with afternoon tea and featuring a talk on Teresa’s spirituality by Sr Jennifer Jones, O.C.D. (via Skype from her monastery), and a Teresa-focussed prayer experience. Further info or to register: P) 9276 8500, E) ijparish@carmelite. com. (The Teresa 5th Centenary Celebrations in the Archdiocese of Perth are a collaboration between the Discalced Carmelite Parish of Morley and the Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation.) National day of prayer for mental illness A National Day of Prayer for Mental Illness Awareness Recovery and Understanding has been widely supported since it began in America in 2004. This year it is planned to happen on Sunday 12th October. Parishes and individuals are encouraged to participate in whatever manner best suits them. A range of appropriate Worship & Prayer Resources can be downloaded for free from a number of websites, links to which can be found at the Nouwen Network website - www. nouwen-network.com. TUESDAY, OCTOBER 14 Quiet Day A quiet day of prayer and reflection will take place on Tuesday 14th October from 09:30am-3:30pm at Nathaniel’s Rest, 800 Gill St, Mundaring. Cost is $20; BYO lunch. Further info: Dayspring Centre P) 9376 1400, or www.dayspring.org. au. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 15 Prayer Day A prayer day presented by Sr Dora Maquire rsj will take place on Wednesday 15th October between 10:00am-3:30pm focusing on “There was a passionate generosity in Jesus, an ache to be joined at his table, by the lost and the desperate.” (D. O’Leary “ Man’s hungry heart”). Further info re venue and enquiries: Sr Kathleen Dawe P) 9527 2517 or E) jdawe@perthcatholic.org.au. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 16 Catholic man breakfast series The next breakfast will be on Thursday 16th October from 7:009:00am sharp, hosted by Bishop Don Sproxton, Auxiliary Bishop of Perth, with keynote speaker James McMahon, the current Commissioner for the Department of Corrective Services in Western Australia and Deputy Chairman of the West Coast Eagles. The breakfast will take place
at the Duxton Hotel, 1 St. Georges Tce, Perth. Further info: Kim Metcalf M) 0414 537 023, E) cmbs@menalive. org.au. ACRATH (Australian Catholic Religious Against Trafficking in Humans) Hear about human trafficking and modern day slavery; reflect on how we contribute to human trafficking in our lives; explore actions you can take to counteract trafficking on Thursday 16th October from 1:003:00pm in the Ruah Training Room, Suite 67 Plaistowe Mews, West Perth (opposite City West station and Scitech. 2 hours free parking with ticket cnr Sutherland/Railway St) Cost: $5.00 for ACRATH. Further info and to RSVP by 10th October: Lucy van Kessel E) lucy@preswa.com.au, P) 9384 5433. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 17 Medjugorje evening of prayer 7pm at St Lawrence and Mary Immaculate Parish, 394 Albert Street, Balcatta. Holy Mass It is reported Our Blessed Mother has been appearing daily in Medjugorje. In thanksgiving our prayer group meet monthly at a different parish within our diocese. All warmly invited. Newsflash Pilgrimage May 2015 Fatima, Garabandal, Lourdes, Rome and Medjugorje - bargain price. Enq: Eileen on 0407471256 or medjugorje1947@gmail.com. THURSDAY, OCTOBER 23 Human face to asylum seekers – a community awareness session Come and hear Afsoun Mohammadkhani share first- hand, personal experience of what it entails to seek asylum followed by an information session with MercyCare presenters Sandra Bartlett and Brenda Lee. This takes place on Thursday 23rd October between 2:00– 4:30pm at South Perth Library Function Room, Cnr Sandgate St/South Terrace, South Perth. Further info and to RSVP by 16th October: Brenda P) 9442 3415 (Thursdays & Fridays) and E) blee@ mercycare.com.au. FRIDAY, OCTOBER 24 – MONDAY, OCTOBER 27 4-day retreat for seniors Presenter Sr Anna Warlow sgs invites you to come and rest a while by the sea between Friday 24th Monday 27th October to consider the spirituality of ageing. This is limited to 12 retreatants at the cost of $240 each. Further info: Sr Kathleen Dawe P) 9527 2517 or E) jdawe@ perthcatholic.org.au. MONTH OF NOVEMBER Ways of Telling – Insight into
19th Century life New Norcia’s Dom Rosendo Salvado’s recording of Aboriginal achievement has been recognised as the ‘single success’ in 19th century Australia mission history, possibly because it was also one of the most photographed. Salvado, while leading the mission for 54 years, used photographs widely for reporting and fundraising purposes among his supporters in Europe. This November, New Norcia’s large photographic collection will be the subject of Ways of Telling, a unique symposium to be held at the State Library of Western Australia. Photos date from 1867, and show how in the 1880s New Norcia was home to around 150 Aboriginal people and 70 monks. Ways of Telling is the final public event of the Benedictines’ bicentenary year celebrations. Numbers are limited so please register as soon as possible. Further info and registration: Peter Hocking E) archivist@newnorcia.wa.edu.au or P) 9654 8018; or Michelle Ebbs E) michelle.ebbs@outlook.com or P) 0419 401335; W) www.newnorcia. wa.edu.au/bicentenary/symposium. SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1 Save the date: put on your dancing shoes! Support the Archdiocese’s Personal Advocacy Service at a Fundraising Dance to be held at the Herb Graham Centre, Mirrabooka at 7:00pm on Saturday 1st November. Entry $20/ pp. All proceeds to Personal Advocacy Service. Further info and to purchase tickets: Greg D’Souza M) 0438 107178 and www.paswa.org.au/news/. MONTH OF NOVEMBER Ways of Telling – Insight into 19th Century life New Norcia’s Dom Rosendo Salvado’s recording of Aboriginal achievement has been recognised as the ‘single success’ in 19th century Australia mission history, possibly because it was also one of the most photographed. Salvado, while leading the mission for 54 years, used photographs widely for reporting and fundraising purposes among his supporters in Europe. This November, New Norcia’s large photographic collection will be the subject of Ways of Telling, a unique symposium to be held at the State Library of Western Australia. Photos date from 1867, and show how in the 1880s New Norcia was home to around 150 Aboriginal people and 70 monks. Ways of Telling is the final public event of the Benedictines’ bicentenary year celebrations. Numbers are limited so please register as soon as possible. Further info and registration: Peter Hocking
E) archivist@newnorcia.wa.edu.au or P) 9654 8018; or Michelle Ebbs E) michelle.ebbs@outlook.com or P) 0419 401335; W) www.newnorcia. wa.edu.au/bicentenary/symposium. SATURDAY NOVEMBER 1 Save the date: put on your dancing shoes! Support the Archdiocese’s Personal Advocacy Service at a Fundraising Dance to be held at the Herb Graham Centre, Mirrabooka at 7:00pm on Saturday 1st November. Entry $20/ pp. All proceeds to Personal Advocacy Service. Further info and to purchase tickets: Greg D’Souza M) 0438 107178 and www.paswa.org.au/news/. THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 6 Mass for deceased priests of the Archdiocese Archbishop Costelloe will celebrate Mass in St Mary’s Cathedral at 12:10pm on Thursday 6th November for the repose of the souls of deceased priests from the Archdiocese of Perth. Everyone is welcome to attend. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 8 Women’s Retreat Day This retreat is an opportunity to deepen your relationship with God and to live a more spiritually orientated life. The day is an opportunity for quiet reflection in the company of other women. Come alone, with friends or family. Retreat director: Celia Joyce MPS. Dates: Saturday 8th November (9:30am 4:00pm). Bring your own lunch. Cost: $60.00 Click here to download the brochure for the retreat. Click here to register on-line. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 12 Final lecture - 2014 lecture series of WAVN The final of 4 lectures to be given in the 2014 Lecture Series of WAVN (Western Australia Vocations Network) will be given by Sr Margaret Scharf OP (Director, Dominican Institute for Spirituality) on Wednesday 12th November between 5:30—8:30pm at the Newman Siena Centre, 33 Williamstown Road, Doubleview on the theme of The Vocation of the Child. Further info and to register: P) 9241 5226, E) wavnsm@gmail. com. (CEO Accreditation Approved ‘Knowledge’ component) THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 13 – FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 14 Controversies and dilemmas in couples therapy Couples therapy, on the surface of it, looks like a straightforward endeavour. However, it can often be easy to be drawn into a series of confusing engagements and hidden agendas that challenge the counsellor in a profound way. This two-day workshop given by Dr Paul Gibney is suitable for anyone engaging in counselling or therapy with couples and will address some of the frequent controversies and dilemmas of EDITION #2 | OCTOBER 9, 2014
couples’ therapy including: successful therapeutic strategy, working with implicit and explicit contracts, desire and belonging - the politics of longterm unions, addressing recurring relational trauma, helping clients leave abusive relationships. The aim of the workshop is to promote new levels of understanding, intervention and healing for all those who undertake this demanding and rewarding work. It takes place on 13th-14th November (9:00am-4:00pm) at Technology Park, 2 Brodie Hall Drive, Bentley. Cost is $570. Further info: Vanessa Seebeck P) 9263 2122, E) Vanessa.Seebeck@ anglicarewa.org.au. SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 22 Save the Date: Archdiocesan Day to celebrate life Archbishop Timothy Costelloe will be the main celebrant at a Mass in St Mary’s Cathedral to celebrate the dignity and wonder of human life on Saturday 22nd November at 10:00am. The Mass will be followed by a festival in the cathedral locality where groups involved in raising the dignity of human life will display and share the important work they do. Put the date in your diary. Clergy are invited to come and concelebrate. Please consider bringing your family, friends or a parish group along with you. More info to follow at a later date. Life is a gift to be celebrated! SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 23 150th Anniversary Augustine’s church
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St Augustine’s Church, Myers Flat, is the oldest church in the Diocese of Sandhurst and celebrates its 150th anniversary on Sunday 23rd November. Built in 1864 on the Bendigo goldfields in central Victoria it served the huge influx of people from all nations with miners dispersing into other areas and states once the rush finished. The anniversary organising committee hopes to reach descendants of the first settlers to the Myers Flat area. Further info: Mrs Aylene Kirkwood A) 40 Napier Street, Eaglehawk, Vic 3556, P) 03 5446 9528. THIRD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Auslan Cafe 9.30am at the Emmanuel Centre, 25 Windsor Street, Perth. Mass next door at St. Francis Xavier Parish with PowerPoint and Auslan Interpreter. Followed by classes at 10.30am, classes and lunch are free. You will learn the language to help communicate with profoundly deaf
people. Enq: Barbara 9328 8113 or emmanuelcentre@westnet.com.au
GENERAL SAVE THE DATE: GALLIPOLI PILGRIMAGE 2015 Join Mgr Michael Keating on a pilgrimage to Gallipoli on the 100th Anniversary of the landing from 29th May – 12th June 2015, visiting Istanbul, the Seven Churches of the Book of Revelation, Ephesus, Tarsus, Cappadocia, Antioch and many other places. Cost is under $5,500 with two sharing and includes Emirates economy return, 4-star hotels, dinner and breakfast, all tips, buses, and excursions. Further info and to register your interest: Monsignor Keating P) 9223 1356. 2015 MESSAGE FOR WORLD DAY OF MIGRANTS AND REFUGEES Pope Francis’ 2015 Message for World Day of Migrants and Refugees, entitled A Church without frontiers, mother to all begins: “Dear brothers and sisters, Jesus is ‘the evangeliser par excellence and the Gospel in person’. His solicitude, particularly for the most vulnerable and marginalised, invites all of us to care for the frailest and to recognise his suffering countenance, especially in the victims of new forms of poverty and slavery. The Lord says: ‘I was hungry and you gave me food, I was thirsty and you gave me drink, I was a stranger and you welcomed me, I was naked and you clothed me, I was sick and you visited me, I was in prison and you came to me’. The mission of the Church, herself a pilgrim in the world and the Mother of all, is thus to love Jesus Christ, to adore and love him, particularly in the poorest and most abandoned.” To read the full message, click here. E-RECORD NEWSLETTER UPDATE The new e-Record has commenced distribution this week. The e-Record will be distributed on a weekly basis and will contain all the latest news, events and photos from the Archdiocese of Perth. Parishes will also receive a PDF copy of the e-newsletter which they can print off and distribute for those who don’t have or use email. Individuals can subscribe to the e-newsletter by sending their details to subscribe@ perthcatholic.org.au. Further info: contact Editor, Jamie O’Brien P) 08 9220 5900 or E) editor@therecord. com.au. THE RECORD COMMEMORATIVE EDITIONS UPDATE
The Communications and Media Office team are currently in the process of working on The Record Commemorative Editions. Due to printing and mailing arrangements, four Commemorative Editions will be distributed as per the normal process of The Record from October 29. The second edition will be distributed on November 12, the third edition on November 26, and the final edition on December 10. Further info: contact Editor, Jamie O’Brien P) 08 9220 5900 or E) editor@therecord.com.au. ADULT FAITH FORMATION Deepen your understanding of your faith without the pressure of exams or assignments by enrolling in a Term Four course at the Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation. Courses are very affordable, range in length from 3 weeks to 8 weeks, and are offered during the day, at twilight, during evenings and on weekends. Further info: P) 9241 5221 or visit www.maranathacentre.org.au. MARIAN MOVEMENT OF PRIESTS The Adult Cenacle meets with the specific intention of praying for priests on the 1st, 2nd, and 3rd Tuesdays of the month at St Bernadette’s Church, Jugan St, Glendalough and on the 4th Tuesday at All Saints Church, Greenwood. 10:30am Rosary followed by Mass and then a time of fellowship. The Youth Cenacle for those aged 18 to 40s meets at St Bernadette’s on Jugan St, Glendalough on the 1st and 3rd Thursdays of each month with the Rosary at 8:00pm followed by catechesis by various priests as guest speakers (confessions available during Rosary meditations). Various social activities follow. All are welcome. Further info: Adele Coyne M) 0434 084184, E) adelecoyne@ gmail.com or E) Vivianna.Boyle@cpfs. wa.gov.au. CREATION AND ANZAC ONLINE RESOURCES The Columban Centre for Peace, Ecology and Justice has two things that Catholics in Perth might find of interest: A Catholic Season of Creation – Sundays of September (or any other month) with a specific focus for each Sunday: # 1 – Forest; # 2 – Land; # 3 – Wilderness; and # 4 – Rivers; and The Way of Peace – ANZAC Centenary Edition 1915 – 2015, to be launched on 4th October 2014, the Feast of St Francis of Assisi. Resource can be downloaded at www.columban.org. au after launch date. Further info: Ash Prasad P) 02-9352 8021, E) pej.cmi@ columban.org.au.
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