24 April 2015
Your news from across the Archdiocese of Perth
Edition #28
Archbishop challenges religious By James Parker “If and how are we open to being challenged by the Gospel?” asked Pope Francis in his Apostolic Letter to all consecrated people at the start of the Year of Consecrated Life. Archbishop Ti mot hy Costelloe SDB rose to respond to this question as he delivered a keynote address last week entitled ‘Religious Life Today – A Gospel Path which calls to us’ at Loreto Primary School in Nedlands. The Archbishop began by reflecting on “how faithful or otherwise the Church has been” to the Second Vatican Council in the intervening fifty years. He recalled the dramatic changes to the liturgy and priests’ responses to “having permission to celebrate the Mass in English”, as well as women religious in particular believing it was “more appropriate… to wear secular dress”. “I can’t help thinking,” said the Archbishop, “that it will be a sign of maturity for the Church when the legitimacy of the different decisions made by individual religious congregations in this matter of dress is recognised and respected and we cease judging each other on the basis of what we wear.” Archbishop Costelloe alluded to St John Paul II’s choice of the Transfiguration upon which the Polish Pontiff based his 1994 Apostolic 1 | EDITION #28 | 24 APRIL 2015
Archbishop Timothy Costelloe blesses Sr Quynh Mary, (kneeling) who made her solemn profession at the Carmelite Monastery chapel, Nedlands, in August 2012. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI.
Exhortation on Religious Life, quoting him as writing: “the vocation to the consecrated life is, despite its renunciations and trials, and indeed because of them, a path of light over which the Redeemer keeps constant watch: “Rise and have
“This is not an easy task,” he pointed out, but went on to state that “it is a task in which the whole Church must constantly engage”. “If Religious are to wake anyone else up we must first wake up each other so that we can then wake up the
Archbishop Costelloe challenged religious to “return to our origins and to the charisms of our founders...” no fear.” Underpinned with a constant tone of encouragement, Archbishop Costelloe challenged religious to “return to our origins and to the charism of our founders… to the original divine inspiration which gave rise to our congregations in the first place”.
community of the Lord’s disciples, of which we, and the bishops, and the clergy, and the laity are all equally a part.” The Archbishop explained that this venture would mean “acting boldly, imaginatively, innovatively and courageously… doing this within
the community of disciples, the Church”. It would mean “being called to go to the margins, the peripheries… as disciples of Jesus, and members of his Church”. Archbishop Costelloe then spoke of a “three-fold fidelity in theology which must become a three-fold fidelity in life”.: fidelity to what God has done through sending his Son, which requires constant renewal in the image of the Jesus of the Gospels; fidelity to the ways in which, over the centuries, the Holy Spirit has led the Church into an ever deeper appreciation of the riches to be found in the mystery of Christ; and fidelity “to the present reality in which we find ourselves”. Full Text available at
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Perth’s Cathedral hosts emotive and powerful art exhibition ST MARY’S CATHEDRAL was this month the stage of a powerful and inspirational display of modern art and sacred icons as part of the Easter Art Exhibition. The artwork was put together by three of Western Australia’s finest artists, according to Emeritus Archbishop Barry Hickey. “This Cathedral holds some of the State’s best marble and stone,” he told the audience during the blessing and official opening of the Prestigious Art Exhibition. “And today it holds a collection of some of the best artists we have.” The diverse range of art on display, which were all available for sale, were the works of local artists, Margaret Fane, Angela King and Tracy Knowles-Shelly. Ms Fane, who organised the event, has been annually displaying and selling her paintings for the past 10 years, with all money raised going toward the recent restoration and restructuring of the Cathedral. This year she invited the other two artists to join her, who both donated 30 percent of their sales to the Cathedral cause. Ms Fane, who, along with Ms King, has been painting for 40 years, was extremely pleased with the response received by the procession of people over the two day period. “It has been a very rewarding experience for all of us,” Ms Fane shared. “Not only because of the money raised, but also in terms of the positive feedback we received from those in attendance.” This year Ms Fane produced an impassioned series of paintings capturing the suffering of the Aboriginal people she witnessed first-hand as she grew up in Geraldton. 2 | EDITION #28 | 24 APRIL 2015
Nollamara resident Angela King with one of her ‘iconic’ artworks against a backdrop of other pieces of her artwork, along with some inspirations. PHOTO: JAMIE O’BRIEN
Prior to the Cathedral’s restoration, Ms Fane displayed her works at local parishes, but since 2010 the Exhibition has been held at St Mary’s Cathedral. Ms King, who trained in painting in the UK and later taught, says that she has always loved icons. “They’ve always been with me – maybe icons choose me,” Ms King said. “I remember buying an icon book when I was at school,” she said. Ms Fane, Ms King and Ms Knowles-Shelley have all confirmed they are planning on repeating and expanding the exhibition next year. “We are hoping for an even bigger and better occasion,” said Ms Knowles - Shelley, an emerging talent who has been painting for seven years, “But we will be endeavoring to recapture the emotive and powerful presence of this year’s display.” Article by Mark Reidy and Jamie O’Brien
Margaret Fane, organiser of the Easter Art Exhibition, with her artwork and Dean of St Mary’s Cathedral, Monsignor Michael Keating. PHOTO: JAMIE O’BRIEN
Author pays tribute to ANZAC War Chaplain By Marco Ceccarelli THERE COULD not have been a better writer taking on the brief biography of ANZAC Catholic Army Chaplain Fr John Fahey than leading Western Australian historian, author and researcher Ruth Marchant-James. A former acquaintance of Fr Fahey during his postwar ministry as parish priest of Star of the Sea, Cottesloe, and author of seven books on topics ranging from the history of the Presentation Sisters of Western Australia, to a detailed chronicle of the iconic Town of Cottesloe, Mrs Marchant-James wrote a comprehensive article on Fr Fahey in 2007 that once again merits our attention in this most commemorative of moments. Titled Major John Fahey DSO: War Chaplain and Hero, the article delves into the various attributes and accomplishments of Fr John
Perth Author, Ruth Marchant-James, discusses her article on ANZAC Catholic Army Chaplain, Fr John Fahey, which has gained attention as Anzac Day approaches. PHOTO: JAMIE O’BRIEN
Fahey: his exceptional leadership and diplomatic abilities, ecumenical understanding, knowledge of Latin and Greek and sportsmanship, and above all his bravery and devotion to the soldiers who fought at Gallipoli, a trait for which he was awarded the Distinguished Service Order (DSO) medal. Mrs Marchant-James said
that Fr Fahey was a wellrespected figure during the war for his work consoling the wounded, performing burials for the deceased and counselling those returning from battle. However, her work not only draws attention to Fr Fahey’s bravery, but to that altruistic and self-effacing nature that earned him the respect and
admiration of many, both religious and non-religious. “From my archival research I realised that a lot of people talked about the solace that Fr Fahey gave them and the wounded. They admired him. A Generous supporter of the JS Battye Library of Western Australia, Mrs MarchantJames was listed as a “Gem of Time” by the friends of Battye Library, a title that acknowledges the outstanding contribution of men and women to the preservation of Western Australia’s history. A copy of Major John Fahey DSO, War Chaplain and Hero, in Early Days Journal of the Royal Western Australian Historical Society, Vol 13, pt 1, 2007, pages 109123 is available by contacting the Royal Western Australian Historical Society. Full Text available at
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Celebrating the 100th anniversary of the ANZAC landings IN CELEBRATION of the 100th anniversary of the ANZAC landings at Gallipoli on 25 April 2015, The Majellan Editor David Ahern talks about what it all means. As 2015 is the centenary of the Gallipoli landing, it is not surprising that a host of television series and movies have been released to commemorate this historic event. Russell Crowe was first off the mark with the movie he directed, The Water Diviner, which was released over the Christmas/New Year period. The film, which was a box office hit over summer, traces a father’s determined and heart-breaking search for his
three missing sons at Gallipoli after World War 1. April 25 marks the 100th anniversary of the first landing by the allies, including British, French, Indian, Australian and New Zealand
them. Wet behind the ears in terms of life experience, some were too young to legally drink alcohol or to vote, and yet they drew their last breath on a foreign battlefield far from home.
“The role it (Gallipoli) played in forming our national identity and our nationhood is substantial.” soldiers, who tried unsuccessfully to overrun Turkish positions on the Gallipoli Peninsula. Australians and New Zealanders were quick to sign up to defend the British Empire, oblivious to the fate that would befall many of
Like the father in The Water Diviner, tragically, many mothers and fathers never saw their sons again: a lasting grief illustrated by the last two verses of the poem, The Soul of the ANZAC by Roderic Quinn. RSL Chief Executive
Officer (Victorian branch), Brigadier Michael Annett says there is no doubting the historic importance of the 100th anniversary of the Gallipoli landing. “The centenary offers us the opportunity and vantage point of 100 years … and how the ANZAC spirit has developed over time and the virtues and values we have today. “The role it (Gallipoli) played in forming our national identity and our nationhood is substantial,” says Brigadier Annett.
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Perth Archdiocese breaking new ground in facing child abuse By James Parker In this second part of a twopart series being featured in the e-Record, leader and pioneer in child protection Andrea Musulin talks of dramatic changes taking place in the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth to face abuse head on and to minimise future opportunities of its re-occurence. Police and Church Comparing her present role to her previous work, Musulin said that the Catholic Church is a very different place to working with the Police. “With the Police there are no grey areas. Policing is what it is. There are consequences to stepping out of line. With the Archbishop and his office the structure is clearly defined but the structure of the Church generally is not always clearly defined. “There has to be one person that can instruct people to embrace safeguarding. It will be very important that every facet of the Church wherever it fits into the Catholic community takes this seriously and plays a full part. “I am using the Discount Hierarchy model, which is a way of determining acceptance and resistance to a problem, to make sure this is engaged with. “This is not something people should be told they have to do,” she went on to say. “The Gospel tells us it’s the right thing to do – you can’t argue with this. “The law says you will, but also morally each individual has to recognise this has to be done. The problem is very complex but the solution and
Andrea Musulin, pioneer in child protection, talks of dramatic changes taking place in the Catholic Archdiocese of Perth to face abuse head on. PHOTO: JAMIE O’BRIEN
how we deal with it is simple, but not simplistic.” Archbishop’s Commitment and Priority Although a challenging subject to deal with on a daily basis, Musulin spoke of what is encouraging within her present role. “For me the greatest positive is how the Archbishop has embraced this as he has. He has left no doubt in my mind that he is committed to the role of protecting children and changing the way we look after children. “In its own way Catholicism can breed child sexual abuse because sex education is not taught until kids are 11 years of age. Then they are out of the risk bracket. “The Archbishop is open to hearing what I have to say and is open to the reforms that may be needed. This has impressed me very much. “He is our starting point.
He has given me a lot of encouragement and freedom and is, in all honesty, much more dedicated to getting this right than I first thought he would be. “The Church has gone to great lengths to get me in this role which shows commitment. I thought this may just be another task that needed to be done rather than it actually being a priority, which it clearly is for the Archdiocese of Perth. That has been very positive.” A Better Church Speaking of her engagement with the wider Archdiocese, Musulin said that she was encouraged in her engagement with the Church, in so much as those she is working with, both clergy and people, “get it”. “Most of them get it and most of them are very positive and see what I am doing as a way forward. Most of them
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see that this is an opportunity to make the Church a better Church. “The topic we are having to face is a negative one but what we are trying to do is to change it and find a positive. Child sexual abuse is not something new that has happened since 1930. It has happened for hundreds of years and has always been there. “We have never stared this in the eye and said, “now we are going to deal with it” but I am confident now that we are, especially in the Archdiocese of Perth where it is well and truly being dealt with. “Another positive for me,” said Musulin, “is the autonomy which the Archbishop has given to me. I feel free to say things as they need to be said and I have not sugar coated matters.” Full Text available at
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What’s happening around the Archdiocese SATURDAY, 25 APRIL ANZAC Day On Saturday, 25 April, the Catholic Church in Australia will commemorate the 100th anniversary of ANZAC Day. The readings and Gospel for the Fourth Sunday of Easter are appropriate for ANZAC Day. The commemoration of ANZAC Day can also be acknowledged as part of the Sunday Mass through the choice of hymns, the liturgy, decoration of the church, the homily, the prayers of intercession or by the presence of the Australian flag inside or outside the church. The Australian Catholic Bishops Conference has prepared the resources as a guide for parishes to use on ANZAC Day. The Centre for Liturgy has emailed these materials to all parishes. If a parish has not received them, please contact Geraldine on 08 9207 3350. All material is available from the ACBC website https:// catholic.org.au/mass-for-the-fallen/ anzac-centenary. The Catholic Church in Australia has also launched a specially commissioned Mass setting called Mass for the Fallen to commemorate the ANZAC Centenary. Musicians and clergy gathered at the Australian War Memorial (AWM) on Friday, 10 April, when Mass for the Fallen, which includes The Ode, the well-known verse from Laurence Binyon’s poem For the Fallen, was officially launched. A broadcast quality recording is available to download. Music scores, parish resources and further detail about the project are available to download free at massforthefallen.org.au. A selection of special music has also been arranged to commemorate ANZAC Day at St Mary’s Cathedral with musical items planned for all Masses over the weekend of Saturday, 25 (prelude to the 8am Mass performed from 7.35am) and on Sunday, 26 April (special program at the 11am Mass). Further info: Jacinta Jakovcevic, 08 9223 1377, 0419 942099, music. cathedral@perthcatholic.org.au. MONDAY, 27 APRIL Catechesis by the Neocatechumenal Way The Neocatechumenal communities of St Gerard’s Mirrabooka, St Mary’s Cathedral, Good Shepherd Kelmscott and St Mary Star of the Sea Cottesloe invite interested people to a series of catechesis given by members of the Neocatechumenal Way. The 8-week catechesis offers an insightful way in which an adult faith can be received, renewed and revitalised. Sessions will be held at: Good Shepherd Kelmscott: 7.30-8.30pm commencing Monday, 27 April and Thursday, 30 April at the Parish Centre, 42 Streich Avenue Kelmscott. Further info: John Georgiades 0416 244151. St Mary’s EDITION #28 | 24 APRIL 2015
Star of the Sea Cottesloe: 7.30-8.30pm commencing Monday, 27 April and Thursday, 30 April at 2 McNeil Street, Peppermint Grove. Further info: Fr James D’Souza 9384 2421. St Mary’s Cathedral: 7.30-8.30pm commencing Monday, 27 April and Thursday, 30 April at 450 Hay Street, Perth. Further info: Henry Buhagiar 0402 915 317. St Gerard’s Mirrabooka: 7.30-8.30pm commencing Monday, 4 May and Thursday, 7 May at St Gerard’s Church, Majella Road, Westminster. Further info: Clifford and Jenny Lackay 9247 2412 TUESDAY, 28 APRIL Historical Commission Book Launch The Perth Archdiocesan Historical Commission invites you to join Archbishop Costelloe and Archbishop Emeritus Hickey for the launch of two books, the biographies of Archbishop Patrick Clune CSsR by Rev Dr Christopher Dowd OP and Bishop Martin Griver by Odhran O’Brien, on Tuesday, 28 April at 5.45pm for 6pm start at the Redemptorist Monastery Church of Ss Peter and Paul, 190 Vincent Street, North Perth WA 6006. Please RSVP at http://heritageperth. com.au/events/book-launch/. Further info: booklaunch@outlook. com. TUESDAY, 28 APRIL - TUESDAY, 9 JUNE Creation and Evolutionary Christianity This Maranatha course looks at evolution from within a Christian framework. Scientific discoveries have challenged long-held theological views with Christian thinkers articulating a reasoned response which integrates science and their Christian faith. Explore these exciting developments through the writings of contemporary Christian thinkers, including Elizabeth Johnson, John Haught and Denis Edwards. This course is every Tuesday (6 classes), 10am-12.30pm and every Monday (6 classes), 7pm-9pm from 4 May-15 June with John Auer at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. Further info: 08 9241 5221, maranatha@ceo. wa.edu.au. WEDNESDAY, 29 APRIL WEDNESDAY, 17 JUNE Psalms for Today Catholics celebrate the Psalms integral to Jewish and Christian prayer. The Psalms give voice to all the cries and deep intuitions of the human heart. This Maranatha course considers their unabashed images of God and spirituality, their beauty, poetry, rigour and power to refresh every generation. This course is every Wednesday (8 classes),
10am-12.30pm, with Sr Shelley Barlow, RNDM at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. Further info: 08 9241 5221, maranatha@ceo.wa.edu. au. THURSDAY, 30 APRIL Aboriginal Cultural Endurance in Western Australia The book The Way of Boorna-Waangki: A Tale of Cultural Endurance, written by Fr Bernard Rooney OSB, former Abbot of New Norcia Benedictine community, is to be launched on Thursday, 30 April in the Senior Staff Room at Christ Church Grammar School, Queenslea Dr, Claremont, WA 6010. Further info: Frank Sheehan 08 9442 1670, FRIDAY, 1 - SUNDAY, 3 MAY New Norcia - Towards God Reading Weekend: Towards God Retreat guide, Sr Margaret Malone sgs, will share how most of us at some stage realize we need help in our prayer life. The study of the book Towards God uses some of the teaching of important writers in the tradition such as Augustine, John Cassian, St Bernard. St Gregory, St Benedict, Julian of Norwich, Fr Michael Casey, an Australian Cistercian monk which may help to provide ways of developing and sustaining your own prayer life. The text for this reading weekend is: Towards God: The Ancient Wisdom of Western Prayer, by Michael Casey ocso. Recommended Cost for the weekend: $300. Further info: Dr Carmel Posa sgs, 9654 8371, carmel. posa@newnorcia.wa.edu.au. ‘Brave Heart’ Young Adults Retreat CYM are putting on a Young Adults retreat for 18-35 year olds focusing on Blessed are the Pure in heart for they will see God. The weekend will include sessions led by inspirational Catholic speakers, music, prayer, discussions and much more at Eagles Nest Retreat Centre, Gidgegannup. Cost $100 including food and accommodation. Further info and to register: 08 9422 7912, www.cym. com.au. FRIDAY, 1 - TUESDAY, 5 MAY 2015 Teresa 2015: A woman for our times A conference to celebrate the 500th birthday of St Teresa of Avila and to seek her spiritual wisdom for today. 1-3 May 2015 at Infant Jesus Parish, Morley. Keynote speakers Bishop David Walker and Fr Greg Burke OCD. Further info: Infant Jesus Parish: 08 9276 8500, ijparish@carmelite. com or Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation: 08 9241 5221, maranatha@ceo.wa.edu.au. FRIDAY, 1 MAY - FRIDAY, 19 JUNE
Story of Early Christianity Maranatha introduces students to the history and development of early Christianity. From its foundations in Palestine, it examines the way in which early Christianity related to the Jewish tradition, the Greek and the Hellenistic contexts and the power of the Roman state. It is from these contexts that we will see how Christianity also shaped and influenced the world around it from the first to the sixth centuries. From the rise of the Church, to the development of Catholic theology and the theological debates of early Christianity, students will experience how the humble followers of a Jewish carpenter came to shape the foundations of the modern world. This course is presented by the Maranatha Centre, every Friday (8 classes), 10am-12.30pm, with Dr Robert Andrews at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. Further info: 9241 5221, maranatha@ceo. wa.edu.au. SUNDAY, 3 MAY Divine Mercy An afternoon with Jesus and Mary with Fr Giles Mary FFI speaking on Our Lady begins at 1.30pm at St Frances Xavier Church, 25 Windsor Street, Perth. This is followed by Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Holy Rosary, Chaplet of Divine Mercy concluding with veneration of a first class relic of St Faustina Kowalska. Reconciliation will also be available. Refreshments follow. Further info: Julia and June Murphy 9457 7771, Charles Donovan 9342 0653. MONDAY 4 - WEDNESDAY 6 MAY Communication Congress 2015 The three-yearly gathering of Australian Catholic Media takes place from 4 - 6 May 2015 at the Rydges Hotel, North Sydney. The Congress theme is: What is our voice? “Out of the abundance of the heart, the mouth speaks” (Mt 12:34) and will include keynote addresses from international and Australian speakers, practical media skills workshops and networking opportunities with a strong focus on how the Church can maximise opportunities to have our message heard and share our stories. The Congress is for those who design the parish bulletin, update the parish website, monitor the parish social media sites or write for the local diocesan publication and those who wish to understand how the media works. It also offers many opportunities to learn new skills and to network with others. Early bird registration is available at whatisourvoice.org.au. Further info: Aoife Connors 0450 348 597 and media@catholic.org.au.
SATURDAY, 16 MAY 50th School Reunion The classes of 1963-65 from Sacred Heart Highgate High School are invited to gather for their 50th School Reunion on Saturday, 16 May at the Sacred Heart, 40a Mary St, Highgate. The event begins with Mass in the Nuns’ Chapel at 11am and will be followed by lunch at Tarts Café, 212 Lake St, Northbridge. Further info and to RSVP: Jackie Hagan 08 9430 4201. MONDAY, 18 – WEDNESDAY, 20 MAY 2015 2nd National Catholic Mission Conference Mission: one heart many voices 2015 is the theme of the second national conference run and sponsored by Catholic Mission and Catholic Religious of Australia with the full endorsement of the ACBC. Keynote speaker will be Fr Stephen Bevans SVD from Chicago. It will be held at the SMC Conference Centre, 66 Goulbourn St, Sydney from 18-20 May 2015. Its purpose is to empower, affirm, enable, encourage and inspire agencies, parishes, congregations and all aspects of the Church with a scriptural and theological vision of mission while offering a platform to hear the many and varied voices that exist among us. Further info: www. mohmv.com.au/2015conference. THURSDAY, 21 MAY Music in the Funeral Rites There is a range of options available to make the celebration of a person’s passing much more than just the usual Rosary and Funeral Mass. This workshop looks at the options and the place that music can have in the liturgy. It takes place on Thursday, 21 May from 7.30-9.30pm at Holy Family Parish, 45 Thelma St, Como. Cost $10 per person. Registrations are essential. Further info: Centre for Liturgy 08 9207 3350, registrations. cfl@perthcatholic.org.au. FRIDAY, 22 - SATURDAY, 23 MAY International Symposium opposing Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide The Rydges South Park Hotel in Adelaide is to host the first international symposium in the southern hemisphere by the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition International. (Previous symposia were held in New York, Vancouver, Edinburgh and Toronto.) Presentations will be given by international speakers and experts opposing euthanasia and assisted suicide, and testimonials by those affected by euthanasia. Also covered will be mechanisms for fighting legalisation and how to ‘do media.’ Further content includes ethics, research, networking and a symposium dinner. Further info: www.conf.noeuthanasia.org.au. FRIDAY, 29 - SUNDAY, 31 MAY From Faith to Passion EDITION #28 | 24 APRIL 2015
This retreat, presented by the Monks of New Norcia, looks at moving From Faith to Passion: Our Journey with Jesus to Jerusalem and Easter. The retreat takes place at the New Norcia Guesthouse, Great Northern Hwy, New Norcia and begins with Vespers at 6.30pm Friday concluding with lunch on Sunday, 20 to 22 March. Suggested cost is $250 (for those who can’t afford it, please do discuss this with the Guesthouse). Further info: Bernadette 08 9654 8002, guesthouse@newnorcia.wa.edu.au. SATURDAY 6 - SUNDAY 7 JUNE Centenary celebrations in Ingham QLD Our Lady of Lourdes School in Ingham, North Queensland (formerly Ingham Convent School) will celebrate its Centenary on Saturday, 6 and Sunday, 7 June. All past students, staff and their families are invited to join in this milestone event. Event information and registration form are available at www.olltsv.catholic.edu.au or by phoning the school (07) 4776 2719. If you have any memorabilia, photos or memories etc. that you wish to share, please contact the school as soon as possible. WEDNESDAY, 17 - 24 JUNE Mediaeval Monastic Wisdom This study week explores the development of the monastic movement in the mediaeval Church from 500 to 1500, with an emphasis on examination of primary sources. The pastoral implications of these writings for us in the 21st century will be the major focus. One-week intensive course from 17-24 June at Pilgrim College, University of Divinity, Melbourne. Further info: New Norcia Institute for Benedictine Studies 08 9654 8371, carmel.posa@new.norcia. wa.edu.au. FRIDAY, 19 JUNE Ignite Youth - Perth The third of six exciting evenings in 2015 for teens and young adults. This event includes music, inspirational talks and opportunities for reconciliation and prayer. Not to be missed! Venue info to follow. Future dates: 14 August, 16 October and 27 November. Further info: 08 9422 7912, admin@cym.com.au, perth@ igniteyouth.com or visit www. igniteyouth.com/perth.
eConference: Religion - Catalyst for Violence or Peace? The Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation is facilitating this 2015 eConference which will probe the Abrahamic traditions for answers to religion being a catalyst for violence or peace. It takes place at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview from 10am-2.30pm on Tuesday, 23 June and at Bateman Parish on Saturday, 27 June from 10am-2.30pm. No charge, lunch provided. To register, and further info: 9241 5221 or email maranatha@ceo.wa.edu.au. SUNDAY, 9 AUGUST AND TUESDAY 27 OCTOBER Cathedral Concert Series ‘A Pageant of Hymns’ is the theme of the second of three concerts in the St Mary’s Cathedral 2015 concert series which takes place at 2pm on Sunday, 9 August. It will feature favourites such as Finlandia, Amazing Grace, Deep River and lots more with plenty of congregation participation. The final concert is themed ‘Music for Wind and Brass’ and takes place on Tuesday, 27 October at 7.30pm. It is 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. Tickets cost $20-$35, available from the cathedral piety stall or online at www.trybooking.com. MONDAY, 7 - WEDNESDAY, 23 SEPTEMBER 17-Day Pilgrimage Discover the jewels of Spain, Portugal and France visiting Barcelona, Monserrat, Zaragoza, Avila, Fatima and coming alongside the incorruptible bodies of St Bernadette of Lourdes, St John Vianney of Ars, St Thérèse of Lisieux, St Vincent de Paul and St Catherine Labouré. 17 days away, consisting of 15 nights between 7 and 23 September. Pilgrimage spiritual director is Fr Michael Quynh Do. Further info: Sheila 0433 771979, Sue 0421 835408.
SUNDAY, 21 JUNE Celebrate World Refugee Day Come and join in a welcome to all former refugees and asylum seekers who contribute so much to WA communities at Perth Town Hall, 1pm for a 1.30pm start, 3.45pm finish. There will be guest speakers, performance art, and acknowledging the journey. Child minding is available. The 2015 theme is ‘With courage let us all combine’.
SATURDAY, 31 OCTOBER SUNDAY, 22 NOVEMBER 23-Day Pilgrimage Join a 23-day pilgrimage through Central and Eastern Europe departing Perth Saturday, 31 October and returning to Perth Sunday, 22 November. The program includes visits to Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Italy. Deposit required by Sunday, 1 February with final payment due by Sunday, 3 May. Pilgrimage spiritual director is Fr John Piumatti. Cost is $6,200.00 per person. Further info: Francis Williams, Tour Coordinator 9459 3873, 0404 893877, perthfamily888@gmail.com.
TUESDAY 23 AND SATURDAY 27 JUNE
THIRD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Auslan Cafe - 19 April, and 17 May
9.30am at the Emmanuel Centre, 25 Windsor St, 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 08 9328 8113 or emmanuelcentre@westnet. com.au. 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 WEDNESDAY 2015 Resource Centre for Personal Development Courses Commencing February 25 from 10.30am - 12.30pm, Apply Person Centred Practices in Counselling. Included counselling sessions by donation. From 5pm-7.30pm; The Wounded Heart understanding and healing the consequences of emotional and sexual abuse (24 sessions). Enq: Eva 0409 405 585 or 9418 1439; rcpd.net.au 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 ADULT FAITH ENRICHMENT Enrolments remain open for Term One 2015 courses at the Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation, the Archdiocesan agency for adult faith education, where you can enrich your understanding of the Catholic faith. Further info and for details of the exciting courses on offer: 08 9241 5221 or visit www.maranathacentre. org.au. JUBILEE OF MERCY Pope Francis recently stated that there is to be an extraordinary Holy Year with the official announcement of the Jubilee of Mercy being launched with the publication of the Bull of Indiction on Saturday, 11 April at 5.30pm (Rome) in St Peter’s Basilica. Pope Francis will then preside at the celebration of First Vespers of Divine Mercy Sunday, underlining in a particular way the fundamental theme of the extraordinary Holy Year.