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Her recovery paved the way for a canonisation. Kathleen Evans can say it with authority.
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By Robert Hiini E L EV E N - Y E A R- O L D Mi a Redgrove doesn’t have to wonder whether she made the right choice in picking St Mary MacKillop for her Confirmation name next month. The Holy Spirit Parish City Beach parishioner was fortunate enough to meet Kathleen Evans at her church last Sunday. Ms Evans, whose unexplained recovery from terminal cancer helped confirm Mary MacKillop’s sainthood, was visiting Western Australia to give a series of talks about her experience. The invitations to speak haven’t stopped for Ms Evans, after she was finally able to reveal her expe-
rience during her first talk in her home parish in Rockhampton, Queensland, in 2010: “That was one of the stipulations from Rome, that the story had to stay out of the media, so it was something like six years that the story had to stay quiet,” Ms Evans told The Record.
It wasn’t the miracle, but the opportunity to take stock of blessings. “We went back to our parish to say thank you and then it just skyrocketed from there.” When asked if being the recipient of a bona fide miracle makes a life of faith easier or whether things
go on much the same, Ms Evans gave an answer, perhaps befitting of her patron’s full title, St Mary MacKillop of the Cross. “My sickness has made me recognise the blessings I have got. The things that are around us, like people and environment, become more important to me. “Money’s become less important to me. I think I’ve found real value of life.” Mia Redgrove, a Year 6 student at Holy Spirit Catholic Primary, said she chose Mary MacKillop as her Confirmation saint because of her teaching. “I love her inspirational motto, that ‘we must teach more by example than by word’, and I really want to follow that throughout my life.”
Kathleen Evans, miraculous cancer survivor (top, second from left) with Mia Redgrove, 11, parents Ross and Deborah, and parish priest Fr Don Kettle. Above, Kathleen and Barry Evans at Holy Spirit, City Beach. PHOTOS: R HIINI
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Port Kennedy couple off to Bidyadanga Judy and Wayne Payton, parishioners of St Bernadette’s Parish in Port Kennedy, are travelling to Bidyadanga in the North West to do voluntary work for a period of four months. Located on the Kimberley coast of Western Australia, Bidyadanga is an Aboriginal community under the Catholic Diocese of Broome. Mr and Mrs Payton will apply the skills and experience they gained from running the Catholicism program in their parish for 10 weeks, to help the community in its needs and development. Mr and Mrs Payton leave with the blessings of their parish.
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An evangeliser of evangelisers to speak A weekend retreat on Saturday and Sunday, April 27-28, will be held at James Nestor Hall in the Catholic Education Centre. The retreat, from 9am to 6pm, will be held by Father Gino Henriques, a Redemptorist priest from India, who came to Perth to train evangelisers from the Catholic Faith Renewal (CFR) group. CFR started from a retreat which turned out to be such a success that it became an annual event. The retreats are faith-based and the purpose is to evangelise Catholics. “We are a group that started almost 14 years prior to the year 2000,” Fr Gino told The Record; however Fr Gino’s ministry
Students of Trinity College in Perth gathered on April 19 to remember the sacrifices of previous students of the College in war. A total of 139 Trinity students have been killed or remain missing in action. Story - Page 9 PHOTO: TRINITY COLLEGE has faced numerous obstacles. “The environment in Australia is very secular,” he said. “People are caught up in a consumerist world.” However he is not deterred by the challenges. “Everything comes from the Lord,” he said. “You have to befriend people, show them that they have a need for the Lord in their lives.” “Action has to be where the Church is”. “Evangelising is also renewing the faith of the Catholic people and motivating the Church with ideas.” Fr Gino will never forget his meeting with Pope John Paul II. “He was very kind and encouraging,” he said. “He looked at me with piercing eyes and said to me, Fr Gino, continue your work. It was further
confirmation that my work had to be done.” The theme of the retreat is The Compassionate Power of Jesus. Tickets cost $30 per person and it’s a BYO lunch. For more information, contact Kathy on 9295 0913 or Rita on 0422 917 054 or Ann on 0412 166 164.
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Weddings are synonymous with happiness, tears of joy and love, but in today’s world the romantic ceremony between a man and a woman has become increasingly materialistic. An average Australian wedding costs $36,000, raising the question, is the wedding day really the bride’s day? And what happens to the Sacrament of Marriage? Bill of Rights: The Sacraments confront Consumer Culture is the theme of the talk which is scheduled to take place on Friday, April 26 at the University of Western Australia. Starting at 1pm and running for an hour, the talk will be presented by Rev Dr Thomas Scidghi SJ from Fordham University, New York who will tackle the abovementioned issues. For more information, contact the Prospective Students Office on (08) 9433 0533 or email: future@nd.edu.au.
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Subiaco and the pilgrimage goes to New Norcia. The 160km trail travels through the city’s financial district, as well as the Swan River foreshore. Other places along the way include Bells rapids, Walyunga National Park, Chittering Valley, Julimar Forest and finally the Old Plain Road before it reaches its final destination. The pilgrimage invites people of all faiths and is about reflection, connection and renewal. The pilgrimage will hear stories about Dom Salvado, the legendary Benedictine monk from Spain, who came to Australia in 1846 and founded the monastery at New Norcia. The pilgrimage involves two walks, the second one to run from Sunday, September 8 to Sunday, September 15. There are limited places available on the first and second pilgrimages. For more information, contact J Bell on 9386 6975 or email jdhb75@gmail.com.
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Signature Great War’s mute witness in Cathedral IN 1905, A TEENAGE apprentice metal ceiling fixer by the name of Thomas Glennon helped install a new ceiling in St Mary’s Cathedral in Victoria Square, Perth. The Cathedral had stood since 1865 when it was built to replace the much smaller St John’s proCathedral in Victoria Avenue. Like Thomas Glennon’s signature on the ceiling, left, and his name at the Menin Gate, right. PHOTOS: R CROSS
Sacristan for St Pat’s was also a papal Dame ONE OF Perth’s longest-serving sacristans passed away on March 17, St Patrick’s Day. Martha Amato was born on December 12, 1945 at the Pier Hotel in Fremantle to parents, Francesco and Elena. She was their first child of five, with sisters Michele, Maria and Nunzia and brother Leonardo completing the family. Martha attended St Patrick’s Primary School in Parry Street, Fremantle in the 1950s, but left school early to assist her mother with running the busy household. When she was about 20, Martha was asked by Father Donal Madigan if she was interested in assisting at the parish with arranging flowers on the altar. She soon became Sacristan of St Patrick’s, a role she filled with great dedication and commitment for more than 45 years, until she became ill. Martha was known for several traits and qualities. She drove a 1960 Chevrolet Bel-Air with great joy and confidence, reflecting her own free spirit. She had a great love of God, displayed by her tireless efforts to go beyond the call of duty in doing all she could in the service of her parish. Martha had a strong faith
many a young person even today, Thomas couldn’t resist the temptation to leave his “tag”, and duly inscribed his name “T Glennon” on the original wattle and daub ceiling of the Cathedral. In 2006, during the archaeological investigations carried out on the Cathedral by Fr Robert Cross and others, Thomas Glennon’s tag was revealed after 104 years of being hidden beneath the metal ceiling he helped erect. While on
holidays last December, Fr Cross took the opportunity to draw to a close Thomas Glennon’s archaeological association with St Mary’s Cathedral by visiting the Menin Gate in Ypres, Belgium. There, on the gate, Fr Robert found the name of Thomas Glennon, who was killed, missing in action, on November 1, 1917. At the playing of the Last Post, Fr Robert offered a silent prayer for the repose of his soul.
Sean the Mighty happy at band competition win
Late last month, The Record brought you the story of St Joachim’s Victoria Park Sean Mousley, about to compete at the 2013 Yamaha National Band Championships as a percussionist with Canning City Brass. Mr Mousley’s prediction of brass band glory came to fruition on April 1 when Canning City Brass took out the title for its grade at the University of Western Australia. Other winners included Trinity student Adrian Soares for Junior Clarinet. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
and trust in God, trusting him even to the point where her health was at risk. She treasured every moment she spent in God’s house. She was also a perfectionist who always ensured the church altar was
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perfectly adorned in the honour of God. Martha also had a great devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary, taking part in the annual Blessing of the Fleet in Fremantle for some 45
years. Martha Amato was truly one of a kind whom no one can ever replace. Her service to the parish of St Patrick’s in Fremantle will be both remembered gratefully and sorely missed.
She was made a Dame of the Order of St Sylvester in 2006 and presented with the award by thenArchbishop Barry Hickey.
This article was prepared from eulogy notes supplied by Fr John Sherman OMI.
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Schoenstatt Eye of God the Father comes to Perth By Sr Rebecca Sampang ST FRANCIS XAVIER Parish, Hilbert was privileged to welcome the travelling Schoenstatt Father Symbol on its Australian tour last weekend. The symbol arrived with Schoenstatt, Fr Prabhu from the Shrine in Mulgoa, NSW. Parish priest Fr Kazimierz Stuglik prepared parishioners for this historic visit, happy to host the symbol on its brief visit in WA; inviting the Schoenstatt Sisters to share the symbol’s rich meaning at all holy Masses. Parishioners came to prayerfully venerate the symbol, receiving a commemorative card for the occasion. From here, the symbol continues to travel Australia and New Zealand. The Schoenstatt Father Symbol depicts the ancient ‘Eye of God the Father’ found in many churches throughout Europe and installed in 200 Schoenstatt shrines throughout the world. It carries the joyful message that God our heavenly Father loves each of us as ‘the apple of his eye’ (Psalm 17:8). This particular
symbol was a gift from Schoenstatt’s founder, Fr Kentenich, in 1967. With the founder’s unexpected death in 1968, the symbol began its first world pilgrimage. Countries which had long awaited a personal visit from the founder after his exile from Schoenstatt now welcome the symbol as his personal gift. In 2009, it began a second world pilgrimage, visiting
Perth Catholics got the chance to touch Schoenstatt founder, Fr Kentenich’s enduring symbol of God’s love. all Schoenstatt shrines to spiritually prepare, unite and invite the entire Schoenstatt Movement to celebrate Schoenstatt’s Founding Hour in 2014. It has visited Costa Rica, Brazil, Argentina, Chile and Austria and this year travels to India, Italy, USA, Mexico, Philippines, Australia,
The Schoenstatt ‘Eye of God the Father’ reflects Psalm 17, that we are the ‘apple of his eye.’ PHOTO: SUPPLIED
New Zealand and the Dominican Republic, touring Europe in 2014. Schoenstatt family members David and Philomena Theseira said: “It is an exciting time for us to host the ‘Father Symbol’ on its international pilgrim journey. A group of us eagerly welcomed it at Perth airport and accompanied it to the shrine at Mt Richon, transported in a limousine. A highlight was seeing the symbol in the shrine and carrying it in procession at St Francis Xavier holy Mass. It brought with it great enthusiasm for Schoenstatt’s 2014 Jubilee Year.”
Above, mother and daughter venerating a Schoenstatt symbol of God’s love at St Franxis Xavier, Armadale. PHOTO: SCHOENSTATT MOVEMENT
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Easter a feast of culture for Ukrainians THE UKRAINIAN Youth Association (CYM) prepared for Easter with a panoply of liturgical and cultural treasures when it met for its monthly cultural-educational session on April 14. With the CYM motto, “God & Ukraine”, the sessions held on the second Sunday of every month begin with holy liturgy followed by a half hour cultural-educational activity and end with ‘a bite to eat’, to which all members of the parish are invited to catch up over a cup of tea or coffee and view the youth activities. Because Easter, according to Byzantine or Eastern rite Christians, falls on Sunday, May 5, the CYM Sunday on April 14 was based on preparing for Easter by decorating traditional Ukrainian Easter Eggs or Pysanky, an activity which required considerably more than the usual half hour. Consequently, members of CYM, with parish priest Fr Wolodymyr Kalinecki, had a special Youth Liturgy at 8.30am with the readings and homily in English and the rest of the liturgy recited in Ukrainian, using bilingual prayer books. It was particularly pleasing to see older CYM members (druzhynnyky), together with parents and their children, come along to Holy Liturgy and the Pysanky decorating activity which followed. Those who weren’t able to make it not only missed out on an interesting learning experience in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, but also delicious Doghouse doughnuts and toasted sandwhiches. Pysanky (pysanky-plural, pysanka-singular) comes from a Ukrainian word pysaty meaning ‘to write’. Pysanky are eggs decorated using a wax-resist method where one draws (or ‘writes’, as Ukrainians would say) those portions of the design which you want to remain the colour underneath the wax. A small, hollow funnel attached to a stick is used to heat the wax and write with. This drawing or writing implement is called a kistka. Archaeologists have discovered ceramic pysanky in the Ukraine dating back to 1300BC, linking pysanky designs to symbolism of the Trypillian culture in Ukraine around 6000-3000BC. Unlike most societies which were patriarchal, the Trypillians were a matriarchal society worshipping “mother earth” with little interest in politics, ruling castes, power struggles, taxes
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and money. Trypillian symbolism in design and colour reflected the people’s close attachment to the soil and other elements of nature and the egg represented new life. Ukrainian symbolic art is based, in large measure, on these early ideograms, most notably the Ukrainian meander or unending line, which denotes the cyclical nature of life. Other examples include motifs such as the circle, stars, dots, matriarchal symbols, wheat, fir tree, horse, stag, horns and various geometric patterns and designs. With the acceptance of Christianity in Ukraine in 988AD, pysanky were integrated into the Christian tradition of Easter, especially the Resurrection of Jesus Christ and a new beginning for humankind. The egg was likened to the tomb from which Christ arose and ideograms, including the cross and other Christian symbols, became more prominent. The symbol on a pysanka, put simply, is a word picture, an ideogram, a special code, embodying key elements of a culture. It
Members, friends and any interested persons were welcome at the Ukrainian Youth Association’s cultural-education session on April 14. PHOTO: SUPPLIED
expresses feelings such as love, happiness, hope, sadness, dread, more effectively than words. For people with some understanding of symbolic art, it tells a story with a deep meaning, remaining a mystery to those who cannot decipher the code. Each pysanka involves a trin-
ity of symbolisms: the symbolism of the egg itself (life), the symbolism of design, and the symbolism of colour, embodying the sense of mystery in its creation. Information about pysanky is readily available on Google. A useful site for writing pysanky is www. learnpysanky.com.
EVEN though “the culture of death looms large” today, the light of Christ the Good Shepherd “can expel the darkness and illuminate for us a path that leads to life, to a civilisation of solidarity and love”, said Boston Cardinal Sean O’Malley. “I hope that the events of this past week have taught us how high the stakes are,” the Cardinal told the congregation at the Cathedral of the Holy Cross on April 21, referring to the Boston Marathon bombings on April 15 and the subsequent manhunt for the perpetrators. “We must build a civilisation of love, or there will be no civilisation at all,” Cardinal O’Malley said in his homily at the Mass of the Good Shepherd, which he offered for the repose of the souls of those killed in the bombings and the aftermath. Prayers were also offered for those physically injured and “for the brave men and women who saved countless lives as first responders”. The attack left three people dead and more than 170 people seriously injured. By April 18, the FBI had identified two brothers who came to the United States years ago from the Russian region of Chechnya -Tamerlan Tsarnaev, 26, and Dzhokar Tsarnaev, 19. The two men terrorised the Boston area overnight on April 18. While they were on the run, they fatally shot Officer Sean Collier, who was with the campus police force at the Massachusetts Institute of Technology. Tamerlan was shot dead by police, and by the evening of April 19 they apprehended Dzhokar, whom they found hiding in a boat in a backyard. He was severely wounded and as of April 22 remained hospitalised in serious condition. - CNS
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Vincent helps the homeless By Matthew Biddle EIGHT-YEAR-OLD Vincent Pettinnichio has embarked on a bold campaign to “help every homeless person in WA”. The Year 3 student at Whitford Catholic Primary School has touched hearts all over the State with his desire to help the homeless of Perth this winter. After speaking at five Masses at Our Lady of the Mission parish in Whitford over the past two weekends, Vincent was interviewed on Perth radio station 6PR last week. ‘Vincent’s Project for the Homeless’ is to put together and distribute as many packs of basic essentials as possible to the homeless on the streets of Perth. Each pack consists of a blanket, towel, pillow, toothbrush, toothpaste, soap, deodorant, a hairbrush, shaving equipment, shampoo and conditioner. The eldest in a family of four, Vincent said he was initially inspired by the sight of several homeless people in Perth last year. “Last year, I did Unearth Perth with my mum and scout group,” he said. “I saw four people that I have not been able to forget. “It doesn’t matter what the reason is, these people need help.” The catalyst for the project’s initiation came during Vincent’s first week of the new school year. “I had a bad day at school, and mum told me that helping someone else always makes you feel better,” he said. Although he could have chosen the elderly or those in refugee camps, Vincent decided the homeless would be the group he would help. “I want to help the homeless because I’ve seen a lot of them when I go for walks in the city,” Vincent said. “I always see them and every time I see them I feel bad.” So far, it is estimated that Vincent has gathered enough supplies and monetary donations to produce 100 packs of essentials. Some of Vincent’s school and parish friends have even contributed to the cause, donating their pocket money and offering their assistance. “They think it’s a great idea,” he said. “Everyone’s ringing me up and saying they’re very proud of me.” Vincent’s mum Pina said she was initially surprised at Vincent’s observations when travelling through Perth. “Even I can only remember two of the four people Vincent remembers,” she said. “Obviously, it just struck a nerve with him.” Mrs Pettinnichio said the project has become much larger than she or Vincent had envisioned. “His dad and I are very proud of him,” she said. “And the fact that he’s done this
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Vincent Pettinnichio, 8, has been collecting goods for the homeless, with a little help from his mother, Pina. His efforts have attracted the attention of Catholic parishioners and media. PHOTO: MATTHEW BIDDLE
on his own, in his own time, is pretty good for a little guy.” In his final bid for donations, Vincent is now writing letters to the local supermarkets and he plans to write to local politicians in the near future. The project has been approved by the St Vincent de Paul Society who will distribute the packs on Vincent’s behalf.
His family will continue to accept any contributions until mid-May, before distribution at the beginning of June. Vincent’s project is part of the Kids Who Give WA program, launched earlier this year by WA Governor Malcolm McCusker. The program aims to encourage children to develop a social conscience by rewarding them for
outstanding acts of kindness, with cash prizes totalling $50,000. Anyone interested in making a donation of goods or money can contact Pina Pettinnicchio on 0408 350 332 or northsidebookkeeping@ iinet.net.au. To find out more about the project, visit www. facebook.com/KidsWhoGiveWaStVincentProject. Perth Vincentians seek urgent help for homeless family - Page 5
ARCHBISHOP Timothy Costelloe SDB launched a DVD titled Contemplate the Face of Christ as part of the Year of Grace on April 18. The 30-minute DVD is divided into six chapters, and consists of 32 images from a variety of Australian artworks, including paintings, statues and stained glass windows. Year of Grace coordinator for the Archdiocese of Perth, Paddy Buckley, said the DVD could be used in a variety of ways to encourage personal meditation on the face of Christ. Archbishop Costelloe reminded those present that the ultimate goal of the Year of Grace was to contemplate the face of Christ. “It is very much a year that was meant to position us as a Church to deal with whatever challenges we face in the future from a much more secure base, because we have found our grounding in Jesus,” he said. “When the Bishops, over a long period of time, discerned that this was something we believed the Holy Spirit was asking us to do for the Church in Australia, one of the ways in which we characterised it was to say that what we were really doing was inviting the Church in Australia to go on retreat.” The Archbishop said he would like to see the Church and the Perth Archdiocese continue to move towards “re-enthroning Christ at the very heart of the Church.” “There is nobody else at the centre except Him and I think the Church is constantly in danger of losing sight of that,” he said. “This Year of Grace has shown us that if we don’t have Christ at the heart of everything then we have lost our way.” Priests also need to be aware of inadvertently making themselves the centre of attention, according to Archbishop Costelloe. “Priests are the leaders of the community. But the whole point of our community is that the leader is not the centre, Christ is the centre. If we are not somehow or other leading people beyond us to Him, I think we have lost our identity as a priest.” A complimentary copy of the DVD will be sent to every parish in the country, and to the Year of Grace coordinator in every diocese. “This could be a wonderful source for quiet contemplation and prayer,” Archbishop Costelloe said. The Year of Grace was initiated by the Australian Catholic Bishops, and began on Pentecost Sunday last year, May 27. It concludes on May 19 this year.
Crisis a great opportunity, Dawson Society hears THE DAWSON Society met again for its second speakers forum on April 9, with over 80 in attendance. Speaker Anthony Coyte of the University of Notre Dame discussed emerging trends in the theology of marriage and family, particularly as espoused by Cardinal Marc Ouellet in his work, Divine Likeness. These emerging trends build upon John Paul II’s apostolic exultation Familiaris Consortio, and suggest a Trinitarian anthropology which encourages the family to locate its vocation at the heart of the evangelical mission of the Church. In the friendly Rosie O’Grady’s in Northbridge, good food and
excellent beer were conducive to an evening of friendly discussion facilitated by a panel comprising prominent Perth Catholics, Dr Madeline Kho, Deon Matthys and Richard Sellwood, and Anthony Coyte. The panel focused upon practical applications of the emerging theology of Cardinal Oullet. Echoing John Paul II, Mr Coyte encouraged families to see themselves as the Church in miniature and panellist Deon Matthys discussed the construction of a Catholic culture within the home founded upon the three pillars of doctrine, piety and virtue. Dr Kho shared her expertise acquired dur-
ing her time as a NAPRO technician and GP assisting couples dealing with the trial of infertility. Dawson Society President Thomas Gourlay was happy with the evening. “The developing theology of marriage and family presents an evangelical opportunity in a society where marriage and family are both undervalued and greatly threatened.” The next forum will feature international speaker Dr Ted Baehr who will explore the influence of Hollywood and the media in a talk entitled ‘We’re not in Kansas or Kiev Anymore’. For updates, visit facebook.com/DawsonSociety.
Dawson Society speakers (left to right): Anthony Coyte, Dr Madeline Kho, Richard Sellwood and Deon Matthys. PHOTO: DAWSON SOCIETY
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Plaudit for UNDA graduate By Mark Reidy A GRADUATE from the University of Notre Dame, who became the Managing Director of an accounting firm at the age of 27, has led his company to national recognition at the prestigious Business Review Weekly 2013 Client Choice Awards. Lejo Ouwendyk of Kennerlys in West Perth accepted the award on the company’s behalf for the “Best Accounting Firm (with revenue less than $50m) in Australia”. Mr Ouwendyk was honoured to receive the award, seeing it as recognition for both his team and their clients.
“We’ve always been committed to providing the best service for our clients and to be recognised for our work and dedication at these awards is an absolute honour and privilege,” he said. Awards for excelling in his profession are not new to Mr Ouwendyk. Since graduating from Notre Dame’s School of Business in Fremantle in 1999, he has been acknowledged in the “40under40 Business News Awards”, as well as in the “IN THE BLACK 40 Young Business Leaders List” for his “outstanding leadership abilities and game-changing potential” in the business world.
“I’ve always believed in striving for excellence, developing my team, continuously innovating and practising what we preach with our clients,” he explained. “Over time, I’ve built up a real love for business development – more specifically helping and assisting clients, whether that is helping their business grow or structuring their business in a certain way.” Mr Ouwendyk describes himself as a “hands-on leader” and makes an effort to communicate with clients in a way they understand. He believes a successful career comes with hard work and dedication, and that many valuable skills are discovered outside textbooks.
Lejo Ouwendyk, left, receives a Best Accounting Firm award at the Business Review Weekly (BRW) 2013 Client Choice Awards. PHOTO: DL PHOTOGRAPHY
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Ordinariate leader now a monsignor
PRESENTED BY THE ARCHDIOCESE OF PERTH The Second Vatican Council was a time of a grace and renewal for the Catholic Church. Parishes and dioceses all over the world will ‘celebrate’ VATICAN II in light of the 50th anniversary of the Council. This is an important anniversary of the life of the Church and provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the Council, on its teaching and our reception of its key documents. I invite and encourage you to attend the following public talks. Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB
TALK ONE
Liturgy: The call to full, active and conscious participation. UNIVERSITY OF NOTRE DAME AUSTRALIA – TANNOCK HALL OF EDUCATION 7.00PM WEDNESDAY 1 MAY Presenter: Fr Thomas Scirghi SJ, Thomas More Chair of Jesuit Studies
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Dei Verbum: The powerful presence of the Word of God. ST JOHN & PAUL PARISH HALL, WILLETTON – 7.00PM WEDNESDAY 19 JUNE Presenter: Sr Jan Gray RSM, Principal of Jesuit Theological College, Melbourne
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People of God: We are called to holiness OUR LADY OF THE MISSION PARISH HALL, WHITFORDS – 7.00PM WEDNESDAY 14 AUGUST Sr Gemma Simmonds CJ, Senior Lecturer in Pastoral and Social Studies and Theology, Heythrop College, University of London
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Encountering Christ: The call of Vatican II INFANT JESUS PARISH HALL, MORLEY – 7.00PM TUESDAY 24 SEPTEMBER
Leader of the Australian Ordinariate, Mgr Harry Entwistle. PHOTO: R HIINI The leader of Australia’s Ordinariate of Our Lady of the Southern Cross has been made a Monsignor. Melbourne Archbishop Denis Hart, head of the Australian bishops’ conference, said the appointment was one of the last to be made by Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI before resigning on February 28, when making the announcement on April 5.
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Perth retreat to offer discovery of God’s love A retreat offered by the Holy Trinity Community will be offered at Orchard Glory in Bindoon from 3-5 May. Entitled ‘Discover the Love’ the retreat is being offered by the Holy Trinity Community. It aims to offer participants an opportunity to reflect and dwell on the Love relationship all share with God. The Holy Trinity Community was blessed in Perth in 2011 by Bishop Donald Sproxton; it aims to assist individuals to achieve a mature Christian life. “Discover the Love will be a wonderful, reflective inner-healing retreat,” said Adri Sudjana, a Perth representative of the Holy Trinity Community. “Last year we had our first retreat - Be Healed and Go Forth – where many experienced forgiveness towards the hurt and wounds in their lives.” Retreat speakers include Fr Sergius Paulus CSE (Carmeliate Sancti Eliae), Sr Skolastica Karmel (a Sister of the Daughters of Carmel) and Eleine Magdalena, a seminarian lecturer and International Counselor of the Holy Trinity Community. For more information contact: Miguel on 0459 233 227 or Josh on 0422 893 853 or via htcperth@hotmail.com
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Vatican II talks to begin in Perth next month By Fr Vincent Glynn ON APRIL 15, 2013, at his daily celebration of the Eucharist in the chapel at Casa Santa Marta in the Vatican, Pope Francis described the Second Vatican Council as “a beautiful work of the Holy Spirit”. The Pope also stated, “but 50 years later, have we done everything the Holy Spirit was asking us to do during the Council”. The Pope’s answer was no. Within the Archdiocese of Perth, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB has also highlighted that “the 50th anniversary of the Second Vatican Council is an important anniversary in the life of the Church
and provides us with an opportunity to reflect on the Council, on its teachings and our reception of them”. Archbishop Costelloe expressed a desire that the anniversary be acknowledged and reflected upon within the Perth Archdiocese. As a result, he requested a small group to be formed to organise a series of talks and discussions to help facilitate and encourage all to reflect on the importance of the Council. In response, a series of four talks has been planned for the Archdiocese to present the major themes that flow from the four key constitutions of the Council. The four constitutions the bish-
ops presented to the Church and the world are: 1 The Constitution on the Sacred Liturgy: Sacrosanctum Concilium 2 The Dogmatic Constitution on Divine Revelation: Dei Verbum 3 The Dogmatic Constitution on the Church: Lumen Gentium 4 The Pastoral Constitution on the Church in the Modern World: Gaudium et Spes. Details of all four presentations are available on the website of the Archdiocese of Perth. The first in the series of presentations, Liturgy: The call to full, active and conscious participation, will be held at The University of Notre Dame Australia, Fremantle on Wednesday, May 1, 2013, com-
mencing at 7pm in the Tannock Hall of Education. The presenter is the Rev Dr Thomas Scirghi SJ who is the present St Thomas More College Chair of Jesuit Studies. Fr Scirghi is an Associate Professor at Fordham University New York. He specialises in Sacramental and Liturgical theology. The talk will be followed by a panel discussion. All within the Archdiocese are invited by Archbishop Costelloe to participate in these talks and discussions. It is an opportunity to share in “the beautiful work of the Holy Spirit”.
Pope Paul VI presides over a meeting of the Second Vatican Council at St Peter’s in 1963. PHOTO: CNS
Students Borneo bound for ANZAC ATTENDING this year’s ANZAC Day services will be all the more memorable for two Year 11 students from Iona Presentation College who have been selected to travel overseas for one of the most significant days on the Australian calendar. Eadee Millar, a boarder from Useless Loop, will be travelling to Borneo as part of services to remember the Sandakan Death Marches, and Jessica Tonkin will be visiting the Thai-Burma railway. Head of Society and Environment, Justin Farley, said Eadee applied for the bursary by way of an essay to acknowledge this significant part of Australia’s history. “Sandakan is widely considered to be the single worst atrocity suffered by Australian servicemen during the Second World War.” Eadee acknowledged the significance of the trip on which she is about to embark. “There were only six survivors out of the nearly 2,500 Australian and British imprisoned at Sandakan,” she said. Eadee will travel to Borneo and commemorate ANZAC Day at a service to be held at the Labuan War Cemetery. Jessica Tonkin’s successful application was coordinated through the Navy cadets. Jessica will walk Hellfire Pass and pay respects to the soldiers who fell at Kanchanaburi War Cemetery. “I presented a short speech to sponsors of the Quiet Lion Tour 2013 and the Returned Service’s League of Australia about what the Thailand-Burma Railway, Hellfire Pass and Anzac Day mean to me.”
Year 11 Iona Presentation College students Jessica Tonkin and Eadee Millar have been selected to travel to Borneo, commemorating Australian deaths at Sandakan, site of Australia’s worst loss of life in a single incident, during the Second World War. PHOTO: IONA PRESENTATION COLLEGE
Trinity remembers fallen sons in foreign fields By Matthew Biddle TRINITY COLLEGE held a memorial service on April 19 in honour of its deceased graduates as part of its commemoration of ANZAC Day. As part of the ceremony, three honour boards were presented to the college for installation in the school chapel. The boards list the names of the 139 former students who have been killed or remain missing in action since the Boer War. Several distinguished guests, including Minister for Education, Peter Collier, and Attorney General, Michael Mischin, attended the whole-school assembly. Archbishop of Perth, Timothy Costelloe SDB led the crowd in prayer in commemoration of all Australians who have died in war. “As a Catholic school, as well as remembering the important events of ANZAC Day and remembering all those wonderful men and women who have given their lives to the service of their coun-
try, we also entrust them to God,” he said. “As a Catholic school, we have God at the heart of everything we do and everything we are.” Most of the 139 “Old Boys” killed or missing in action completed their schooling in the first half
Trinity College prayed for the souls of Australians, including 139 former students killed or missing since the Boer War. of the 20th century, when Trinity College was still known as CBC Perth. Darren Taggart, president of the Trinity Old Boys’ Association, said the group hopes to research the details of the lives of each of the 139 former students.
Australian Defence leaders attend a memorial service at Trinity College on April 19, including Brigadier Stephen Coggin, left, Squadron Leader Glenda Preston, right, and Lt Commander Drew Forster, back. PHOTO: MATTHEW BIDDLE
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Deacon Lim lies prostrate at St Joseph's church in Queens Park, as the choir sing the Litany of the Saints. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
Diocesan and religious priests from throughout Perth and further afield pray over their brother priest, Fr Christopher Lim O Praem at his ordination at St Jospeh's, Queens Park on April 19. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
NORBERTINE CHRISTOPHER LIM ORDINATION
You will inspire others to share Christ, Fr Chris
A Right, Fr Jeronimo Flamenco-Castillo, Schoensttat Sr Lisette, and a relative of Fr Lim enjoying the post-Mass Dragon dance.
chapter of his life may have closed, but a new one has opened. So said Fr Christopher Lim O Praem before a large congregation at St Joseph’s Church in Queens Park on the occasion of his ordination to the priesthood on Friday, April 19. Archbishop of Perth Timothy Costelloe SDB was presiding bishop and main celebrant, conferring the Sacrament of Holy Orders on the Norbertine religious as family members visiting from Fr Lim's birthplace of Penang, Malaysia, looked on. “Through this Sacramental ministry, God will reach into your life and into the lives of the people you serve,” Archbishop Costelloe said, addressing Br Lim in his homily. “[It will enable] them to be and become more fully, what we are altogether called to be, the Body of Christ, the living presence of
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Christ who still opens the eyes of the blind; still sets the downtrodden free; still brings liberty to captives. "God’s people will still be able to bring Christ to others because you, Chris, through your sacramental ministry, bring Christ to them," the Archbishop said. Fr Lim was joined in the celebration by Abbot General Emeritus of the Norbertines Hermenegild Noyens O Praem, Bishop Donald Sproxton, his fellow Norbertine brothers and priests, including his immediate religious superior Fr Peter Stiglich O Praem, and many diocesan priests and religious from throughout Perth. The ceremony featured elements of the Peranakan Chinese culture in which Fr Lim was raised, including a traditional Peranakan table of offerings and traditional symbolic items, incorporated in the Offertory. Before the congregation, Fr Lim displayed traditional filial
piety to his father before his aunts and elders stepped forward to light the candles on the altar and the table of offerings. "As I trod in my life, I learn that God always has a unique path for all of us," Fr Lim said in an address at the conclusion of the Mass. "Like St Norbert, who was a secuar canon at Xanten before his conversion, God has called me to be his religious, canon and his priest." Fr Lim thanked his religious confreres for journeying with him in his discernment and formation for the priesthood, "for your encouragement, for your support, and for believing in me". Celebrations ensued after Mass, with congregants repairing to St Norbert College’s gymnasium to enjoy a lively Chinese dragon display and refreshment. MORE PHOTOGRAPHS - WWW.FACEBOOK. COM/THE-RECORD-CATHOLIC-NEWSPAPER
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The vibrance and professionalism of St Joseph's parish choir were there for all to see, as they lent their talents to the celebration of Fr Lim's ordination. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
With the laying of hands, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB confers the Sacrament of Holy Orders on Norbertine Christopher Lim. Bishop Donald Sproxton, Abbot General Emeritus of the Norbertines Hermenegild Noyens, then prayed over him. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
A relative of Fr Lim presents mandarins to Archbishop Costelloe during the Offertory, a symbol of prosperity in the Peranakan culture in which Fr Lim was raised. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
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No bonus this year for Vatican employees In an austerity move like those being taken by governments around the world, the Vatican will not pay its employees a bonus marking the March 13 election of Pope Francis but will instead make a donation to charity. “In the past, on the occasion of the start of a pontificate, a bonus was granted to Vatican employees,” Jesuit Father Federico Lombardi, the Vatican spokesman, told reporters on April 19. “Instead, the Holy Father has decided to make a donation to some charitable organisations, drawing on funds available for the charity of the Pope, as a sign of concern for the many persons in difficulty,” Father Lombardi said. - CNS
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NZ bishops saddened by gay marriage vote New Zealand’s Catholic bishops described as “bizarre” parliament’s vote that discards the understanding of traditional marriage when it approved a same-sex marriage law. The bishops also expressed sadness that the April 17 action was taken despite widespread opposition from New Zealanders. “We find it bizarre that what has been discarded is an understanding of marriage that has its origins in human nature and is common to every culture, and that almost all references to husband and wife will be removed from legislation referencing marriage. We know many New Zealanders stand with us in this,” said Archbishop John Dew of Wellington, president of the New Zealand Catholic Bishops’ Conference. Legislators voted 77 to 44 to approve the measure, making New Zealand the 13th nation to recognise same-sex marriage. - CNS
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Ideologies falsify the Gospel: Pope All ideological interpretations of Christianity falsify the Gospel by looking at it purely through the intellect, without regard to love or beauty, Pope Francis said on April 19, speaking on the day’s Gospel (John 6:52-59), in which learned Jews argue about Jesus’ words. “These ideologues cut off the road of love, and also that of beauty. All a matter of intellect” he said. “When ideology enters into the Church, when ideology enters into our understanding of the Gospel, we understand nothing. Ideologues falsify the Gospel,” the pope said. “Every ideological interpretation, wherever it comes from - from one side or the other - is a falsification of the Gospel. And these ideologues - we have seen them in the history of the Church - end up being intellectuals without talent, ethicists without goodness. And let’s not even speak of beauty, because they understand nothing of that.” - CNS
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Tradition with capital ‘T’ By Robert Hiini A HIGH-powered conference in Sydney this July will seek to shed light on whether Tradition liberates or enslaves us. Tradition Conference 2013 will take place at the University of Notre Dame’s Sydney campus from July 2-5. The conference will feature seven international speakers and a bevy of well-known Australian philosophers and theologians, including Bishop Anthony Fisher OP, Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB and Dr Tracey Rowland. Speakers will critically examine
the claims of tradition’s advocates and detractors, asking a range of contemporary questions. Do traditions, particularly religious ones, impede personal identity and development, for example? Can we save damaged traditions? Are we able to criticise religious traditions, other than our own? And what is the relationship between traditions and ‘the (Sacred) Tradition’ of the Catholic Church? Dominant ideas about tradition were often the site of the Church’s biggest headache in terms of public perception, conference organiser Matthew Beard told The Record last
week. “It is often the point at which the Church probably cops the most criticism; that the Church is traditional; it’s conservative; it’s dated, and that it’s unable, because it is so traditional, to remain relevant in a modern era,” Mr Beard, a UNDA PhD candidate, said. “The idea of the conference is to challenge that idea, to talk about tradition – what are some of its shortcomings, but also, what does it have to offer.” With organisers keen to connect with the wider public, the conference will also feature a public debate between British Professor John Haldane and Canadian
Professor Mark Kingwell on the topic Tradition: Friend or Foe of Freedom? With well-known radio host and atheist, Phillip Adams, as its moderator, no one knows where the debate will lead, Mr Beard said – a dynamism he is excited, rather than worried, about. As well as addressing enduring philosophical questions, conference organisers also have their proverbial finger on the pulse when it comes to contemporary suspicion of religion. “Some people charge Islam, for example, with restricting freedom, particularly to women – that
Cardinal Pell greets Pope Francis on March 15 at the Vatican. PHOTO: L’OSSERVATORE ROMANO, CNS
Cardinal Pell said the first role of the G8 would be to advise the Pope on the life of the Church, particularly with regard to the role of the Curia. “It’s not good when the butler is photocopying and distributing 6,000 pages of private correspondence; when there is a lot of leaking,” Cardinal Pell said.
‘G8 will not be a scapegoating of the Curia’ By Robert Hiini POPE FRANCIS’ formation of a Council of Cardinals to advise him on governance is not a scapegoating of the Curia, the Holy See’s bureaucracy, according to analysis provided by Australian Catholic University theologian Joel Hodge last week. The Pope picked eight cardinals, dubbed the ‘G8’ by international media, from throughout the developed and developing world, including the Cardinal Archbishop of Sydney, George Pell. Cardinal Pell joins bishops from Chile, India, Germany, USA, Honduras and Italy in the new advisory body, many of whom have a record of being outspoken on internal Church issues. “The Curia is a symptom, as well as a cause, of a larger problem in the Church that concerns its holiness and mission,” Mr Hodge wrote in analysis for the university-funded website The Conversation, last week. “Are its members willing to give up all, even their ambitions, rivalries and pretensions at protecting the Church, in service to God’s will of love? This is a question that Pope Francis is now posing in his emphasis on ‘being poor’.” “A fundamental change in Catholics is being sought, not only structural change.” Pope Francis’
message was consistent with that of his predecessor, Pope Emeritus Benedict XVI, in calling Christians to return to their roots, Mr Hodge wrote, “to the humble poverty of the God who became human in Jesus and loved until death”. Structurally, the new body demonstrates an embrace of the collegiality among bishops urged by Vatican II, envisioning a form of leadership, both global and local. “Despite caricatures, the Pope doesn’t really have absolute power
The Curia is a sympton as well as a cause of a larger problem in the Church concerning its holiness and mission... A fundamental change is being sought. – at least not in the sense it is often thought of – but is a steward of the Catholic tradition and is bound by its long history, including in his shared responsibility with the bishops,” Mr Hodge wrote. It remained to be seen, how the voices of other bishops, priests and the laity, would be managed in Pope Francis’ emerging governing
style – one of consulting widely and making key decisions himself rather than delegating. Mr Hodge wrote Speaking to the US bishops’ Catholic News Service last week,
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One pope to another: happy birthday Pope Francis offered his early morning Mass as a prayer for Pope Benedict XVI on the retired pontiff’s birthday, then phoned his predecessor later to personally convey his best wishes for his 86th birthday. According to the Vatican, Pope Francis began his Mass on April 16 by reminding Vatican employees: “Today is the birthday of Benedict XVI. Let us offer Mass for him, that the Lord might be with him, comfort him, and give him much consolation.” Later in the day, Pope Francis telephoned Pope Benedict at the papal summer villa in Castel Gandolfo, where the retired pope has been staying. - CNS
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Pope Francis ordains one of 10 priests during a Mass in St Peter’s Basilica at the Vatican on April 21. PHOTO: P HARING
BEFORE ordaining 10 men to the priesthood, Pope Francis prayed privately with them in the sacristy and entrusted them to Mary’s care. The private moment on April 21 was a repeat of a practice he began as bishop before celebrating an ordination Mass, according to Vatican Radio. The 10 new priests – six Italians, two Indians, a Croatian and an Argentine – had prepared for the priesthood in one of three Rome diocesan seminaries. Pope Francis’ told the new priests they would have “the sacred duty of teaching in the name of Christ the teacher. Impart to everyone the word of God which you have received with joy”. The Pope, who frequently mentions the wisdom and lessons he learned from his grandmother,
told the men, “Remember your mothers, your grandmothers, your catechists, who gave you the word of God, the faith – the gift of faith.” “Meditating on the law of the Lord, see that you believe what you read, that you teach what you believe and that you practice what you teach,” he said. “Remember, too,” he added, “that the word of God is not your property; it is the word of God. And the Church is the custodian of the word of God”. In looking at the pastoral and sacramental ministry the men will be called to carry out, Pope Francis told them to “never tire of being merciful” in gathering people into the Church through baptism and forgiving sins in the name of Christ and the Church. “You will comfort the sick and
the elderly with holy oil,” he said. “Do not hesitate to show tenderness toward the elderly.” Pope Francis told the new priests to remember they are chosen from among the faithful and “appointed on their behalf for those things that pertain to God. Therefore, carry out the ministry of Christ the priest with constant joy and genuine love, attending not to your own concerns, but to those of Jesus Christ.” “You are pastors, not functionaries,” he told them. “Be mediators, not intermediaries.” The ordinations are traditionally part of the pope’s celebration of the World Day of Prayer for Vocations. The Pope then recited the Regina Coeli prayer at midday with tens of thousands of people in St Peter’s Square. - CNS
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attracts speakers of note the tradition itself is restrictive to women,” Mr Beard said. “People charge Christian tra-
With well-known atheist and radio host Phillip Adams as moderator, things should be interesting. ditions with similar things, particularly regarding sexuality and marital norms. “They will charge religion with restricting individual
freedoms. The question is whether they are right or not; whether they have something to lend to the debate; whether they are capturing something that is representative of tradition or whether there is perhaps a misunderstanding of what ‘freedom’ really means in those types of claims.” Questions surrounding the often uneasy intersection of Church Tradition with secular traditions underlie debate about how the Church should communicate in the modern world, Mr Beard said. “The way in which the truths that Catholicism holds to be true are represented to broader society
is going to have to be different to the way in which Catholicism has discovered this truth itself and in which Catholics discuss those truths amongst themselves. “That’s something that I do think is beginning to get legs within Australian society … to argue that the things Catholics hold to be true are true, not just because of Divine Revelation. “We can actually discover a great deal of that truth philosophically,” Mr Beard said. While a natural law approach had a number of favourable qualities, there was definite resistance from other Catholics. “There are
Catholics who think we should be unashamedly Catholic in public debate and that we should only use religious talk in conveying the truth, that that is the only way we are going to be able to authentically present the truth,” he said. “It’s a really interesting debate as to the best way to present the truth in a public setting,” Mr Beard said.
The morale of the Curia and the area of finance still needed attention, and while the Holy See had made “great strides” in its relations with the press, more could be done, he siad. Cardinal Pell hoped regular input from the new council, as well as Curia officials, would assist the Pope in “better leading the Church”,
and could result in “more people from around the world in senior positions in the Curia”. The Commission will meet for the first time from October 1-3. The panel’s membership represents five continents, with the largest number – three members – coming from the Americas. - WITH REPORTING FROM CNS
Australian Religious ready to focus on leadership By Robert Hiini THE PEAK body of religious men and women in Australia will hold its national assembly in Sydney this June, focusing on the leadership needs of the future. Catholic Religious Australia (CRA) will convene Leadership Beyond, June 24-28, bringing together leaders from among CRA’s 180 affiliated congregations and religious institutes throughout Australasia and Oceania. The assembly will “explore leadership beyond various boundaries, including those of this time and of current ways of thinkings”, according to a recent CRA media release. “It will be marked by a processoriented and collaborative forum
directly addressing aspects of religious leadership linked to authenticity, transition and continuity,” the release said. Augustinian Prior Provincial and CRA Executive Council member, Fr Tony Banks, said previous consultation with religious leaders would shape the assembly. Survey results highlighted leadership, engagement with lay colleagues, current tools for effective governance, succession, diminishing religious leadership, and the nature of religious vocation as key issues for discussion. Instead of presentations, sessions will involve a panel of speakers sharing their experiences, expert opinions, and responses to issues presented by participants.
AUSTRALIA is fast becoming a secular country according to recent figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. In the 2011 national census, almost five million people stated that they have ‘No Religion’ – an increase of more than one million since the previous 2006 census. Auxiliary Bishop of Sydney, Julian Porteous, said the statistics reflected a significant trend of which Catholics need to be aware. “There’s a possibility that the next time we have a census, it could actually be that [the ‘No Religion’ respondents] become the largest single group,” he said. “We need to be conscious of the fact that more and more people now are making the clear decision to say that they don’t consider themselves to have any faith at all.” However, Catholicism remains the most popular religion, with almost 5.5 million people selecting ‘Catholic’ as their religious affiliation, representing 25.3 per cent of Australians. Contrary to the significant increase in the ‘No Religion’ respondents, the number of Anglican and Uniting Church members in Australia decreased between 2006 and 2011. Yet, despite the move away from organised religion, the Catholic Church increased its numbers by more than 300,000 in the five-year period. “It is encouraging to look at the overall figures in terms of the Catholics at least maintaining their numbers,” Bishop Porteous said. “It’s also some indication that many people do want to clearly identify themselves as Catholic, and I think that’s significant.”
Sydney priest to head up Maronite Diocese
Tradition 2013 will take place from July 2-5 in Sydney. More information is available at www.tradition2013.nd.edu. au and at www.facebook.com/ tradition2013 or via email: Tradition2013@nd.edu.au.
Nation’s embrace of secularism gathers pace By Matthew Biddle
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The Pastoral Research Office, an agency of the Australian Catholic Bishops Conference, has stated that of the almost 5.5 million Catholics recorded by the census, only 12.5 per cent of those attend Mass on weekends. “The 12 per cent points out very clearly that we have a lot of work to
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do in drawing people who identify as Catholics into full participation in the life of the Church,” Bishop Porteous said. The percentage of Catholics who attend Mass every week has been steadily falling since the mid1950s, when almost 75 per cent of Catholics went to Mass each Sunday. The largest diocese in Australia is Melbourne, followed by Brisbane, Sydney, Perth, Parramatta and Adelaide. In the 2011 census, “No Religion” respondents in Perth outnumbered the Catholic population for the first time. The largest metropolitan parishes in Perth are Ocean Reef, Wanneroo and Canning Vale.
Bishop-elect Antoine Tarabay OLM is the new head of the Maronite Church in Australia PHOTO: SUPPLIED
By Robert Hiini MARONITE Catholics are to have a new bishop with the Maronite Diocese of St Maron announcing, last Wednesday, the appointment of Fr Antoine Tarabay OLM to the role. Fr Tarabay’s appointment follows the resignation of Bishop Ad Abikaram, submitted to Pope Francis in conformity with the provisions of the Oriental Code of Canon Law. The Holy Father’s appointment, Fr Tarabay, has, until now, been the Rector of St Charbel’s Church and College in Punchbowl, Sydney. Melbourne Archbishop Denis Hart, President of the Australia Catholic Bishops Conference, offered prayers and congratulations to Fr Tarabay on his appointment. Archbishop Hart noted his great expertise in moral theology, bioethics and business studies, as well as his “rich pastoral experience and monastic leadership”. Fr Tarabay was born in Northern Lebanon in 1967, and was ordained a priest in 1993. He completed a Doctorate in Moral Theology at the Alfonsiana Faculty of the Lateran University in a comparative study of Bioethical teachings in the Catholic and Muslim traditions. The Maronite Church is one of around 20 Eastern Catholic Churches - churches which often possess their own patriarchs, rites, priests and dioceses - in communion with the Roman Pontiff. The Maronite Rite originated in Syria and Lebanon, with Maronite tradition holding that its foundation goes back to the 5th century Syriac monk, St Maron. The majority of the Church’s 3.2M adherents worldwide are of Lebanese ethnicity. The Maronite Church in Australia has five Mass centres in New South Wales, one in Victoria and Queensland, and one in Western Australia (St Brigid’s, Northbridge). The Holy See’s Apostolic Nuncio to Australia, Paul Gallagher, himself a recent appointment, advised bishops in Australia of Fr Tarabay’s appointment last week. Archbishop Hart commended outgoing Maronite Bishop Ad Abikaram for his ‘exceptional leadership’ of the Maronite Church in Australia. Fr Tarabay will be ordained a bishop for his new role in Lebanon, at a yet-to-be-announced date.
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be shaped and influenced by God in good and in challenging times. What is your favourite food? Ugali - maize meal prepared in traditional Kenyan way. I grew up on this food.
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Father Cyprian Malongo Shikokoti, a Kenya national and the eldest of six children, arrived in Perth in 2006 as a seminarian at St Charles’ Seminary and studied a Bachelor of Theology and Master of Arts -Theological Studies (MATS) at the University of Notre Dame in Fremantle. Fr Cyprian was ordained on March 4, 2011 by His Grace Emeritus Archbishop Barry Hickey; he is currently Chaplain to Murdoch University and Lumen Christi Catholic College; and a priest in residence at St Thomas More Parish of Bateman. Fr Cyprian tells The Record about the obstacles he faced becoming a priest; he also shares his fondest memories about his days as a seminarian, his feelings on Pope Francis and why Titanic is his favourite movie.
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hat made you decide to become a priest? I can’t pin my desire for priesthood to anything in particular. It’s a love that has developed over the years as I became more aware of what life is. What are some obstacles you have faced along the way (when
you chose the priesthood?) I had to convince my parents that this is what I wanted to do - they meant well as they did not want me to regret - I’ve never regretted choosing the priesthood. What do you love about being a priest? Priesthood has opened me to the
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What is your favourite memory of life as a seminarian? The company of fellow seminarians - sharing of common goal in our diverse backgrounds. What was your first Mass as a priest like? Breathtaking. It was good as I had prepared for it and could not wait to celebrate it. Loved it.
Fr Cyprian Shikokoti loves being a priest. He misses Kenya but has committed himself to life as a missionary in far off Western Australia. PHOTO: JOANNE SHEPHERD
world. Lots of friends I’ve made along the way. What is your favourite colour? Blue. What is your favourite movie and why? Titanic - it’s a story of love; following one’s heart/conscience. What do you do in your spare time? (hobbies etc ...) I love gardening and riding my bicycle.
What is your favourite book? River and the Source - a novel by Margaret Ogola. What advice would you give kids who think church is ‘not cool’? The Church is and will always be relevant as at the end of all learning we discover that there are some things we can only entrust to Faith - God. Faith in God is central to church. What does faith mean to you? Faith for me is allowing myself to
Do you ever get nervous talking to a congregation? I am pretty confident talking to congregations. So, no - never nervous unless there is an intimidating person on an individual level. Do you miss your home country? Very much so. However, I am aware I’ve committed myself to serving the Church in Perth WA. How did you feel when the new Pope was announced? I felt that the Holy Spirit is very much at work seeing how he guided the cardinals in the election of Pope Francis. What is the most memorable Mass you have been to or celebrated? My first Mass as a Priest on March 6, 2011 at St Mary’s Cathedral, Perth.
Alexander plans 3,400km trek for a great cause FIRST year Notre Dame student, Alexander Watling, is hoping to raise more than $3,000 for childhood cancer research when he attempts to cycle across Australia on June 23. Mr Watling, currently studying Education at the University’s Fremantle campus, hopes he can complete the 3,400km journey from Perth to Melbourne in 30 days. Inspired by the cousin of a close friend who is receiving treatment for Neuroblastoma, the third most common type of childhood cancer, Mr Watling will pass on any sponsorship or money he raises to the Kids Cancer Project, an Australian charity dedicated to finding cures for cancer in children. He said that his main motivation for undertaking the journey over some of the country’s most arduous terrains and challenging weather conditions was to provide finances for “new research and other programs which could prevent the children of tomorrow from contracting this terrible disease”, he said. His route is challenging, to say the least. Mr Watling’s trek will begin at Perth’s Bell Tower and proceed through the Wheatbelt town of Northam, along the Great Eastern Highway to Coolgardie, then further south to Norseman, before heading across the Nullabor. Once arriving at Lucky Bay in South Australia, Mr Watling will catch a ferry across the Spencer Gulf to Adelaide, before completing the final leg to Melbourne’s Federation Square. Mr Watling is riding 60km a day in preparation for his journey and is already looking forward to being greeted at the finish line by
Notre Dame Education student, Alexander Watling, is cycling from Perth to Melbourne to raise money for the Kids Cancer Project.
his mother who will be flying out from the United Kingdom to welcome him. “There are children in the community who may not ever get to live out some of their dreams due to their ongoing battles with illness,” Mr Watling said. “I’m very excited at the opportunity to experience something totally unique where I can interact with different physical and cultural environments, while raising money for a wonderful charity at the same time.” To follow Alexander’s journey, visit perthtomelbourne.tumblr.com
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Rome ‘unblocks’ Romero canonisation ARCHBISHOP Vincenzo Paglia, president of the Pontifical Council for the Family and the official promoter of the sainthood cause of the late Archbishop Oscar Romero of San Salvador, said the process to beatify and eventually canonise the slain Salvadoran archbishop has been unblocked. Archbishop Paglia, who has been the postulator of Archbishop Romero’s cause for years, made the announcement in a homily on April 20, just a few hours after meeting with Pope Francis. The Italian archbishop, who was
preaching at a Mass in the Italian city Molfetta to mark the 20th anniversary of the death of the diocese’s Bishop Antonio Bello – widely known by the diminutive Don Tonino – said, “Today, the anniversary of the death of Don Tonino, the cause for the beatification of Archbishop Romero was unblocked.” The archbishop gave no more details, and his office said on April 22 that no more would be said until there is
something “concrete” to report. In his homily, Archbishop Paglia said, “Martyrs help us live, help us understand there is more joy in giving than in receiving. This is why we need to preserve their memories.” He added that he hoped Archbishop Romero and Bishop Bello – known for his care of the poor and his commitment to peace – could be beatified together “because Jesus always sent the apostles out two by two.” - CNS
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ccording to the Gospels, when witnesses to the resurrection encountered the risen Christ, he was not always immediately recognized. This was the evangelists’ way of answering that basic question posed in the early church: Where is Jesus? If he still lives, how can we find him? Luke’s response is in the story of the disciples on the road to Emmaus. Jesus approaches them “in another form,” explains the Scriptures and finally reveals his identity during a meal when “they recognised him in the breaking of the bread.” Luke’s point is clear: We discover Jesus in the stranger on the road. Who is today’s stranger? We find him or her in those of whom Pope Francis spoke at his inaugural Mass – those we are called to “protect.” Pope Francis spoke especially of “the poorest, the weakest, the least important, those whom Matthew lists in the final judgment on love: the hungry, the thirsty, the stranger, the naked, the sick and those in prison.” In our world today, this undoubtedly includes undocumented immigrants. The Catholic Church in the United States is historically an immigrant church. Many universities in the United States trace their origins to the 19th century, when religious orders arrived in a population centre, built a chapel, enlarged it to a church, added a school, enlarged that to a high school and expanded that into a college and a university. This helped to move Catholic immigrants into mainstream American life. Obviously, much has changed since then. In the 19th century, the goal of “social justice” movements was to fight the inequality produced by the industrial revolution. Today, the pursuit of justice calls us to work for immigration reform. Of the 65,000 undocumented students who graduate from high school annually, roughly 5 to 10 per cent go on to college, and only a few receive scholarships. The great majority go to community colleges, and many drop out. A large number of today’s undocumented young adults were brought to the United States as children by parents who either overstayed a legal visit or entered the country without authorization. Facing difficult circumstances, many either do not go to college or, once there, fail out. Unchecked, these problems can create a generation of talented men and women who will never develop their full potential and contribute to the society they once sought to join. They fear deportation, are barred from professions – as teachers, doctors, nurses, engineers – they once dreamed of and are blocked from participating in many of the activities of their peers. They cannot receive most federal aid or work-study stipends. In short, their lives PO Box 3075 are stunted by psychological Adelaide Terrace and social isolation. PERTH WA 6832 Various universities have programs to assist them. Notre Dame’s renowned Alliance for office@therecord.com.au Catholic Education, in order to Tel: (08) 9220 5900 “welcome the strangers among Fax: (08) 9325 4580 us,” helps prepare some of its teachers to specialize in teaching students who speak a language other than English at home. In 2010, the Ford Foundation gave Fairfield University, in Connecticut, a substantial grant to study the situation of undocumented students at the 28 Jesuit colleges and universities. Joined by Loyola University Chicago and Santa Clara University, they researched and interviewed immigrant students, administrators and faculty at six schools, plus officers involved in admissions, student affairs and financial aid at all 28 schools. They found that 76 per cent of all staff members surveyed agreed that enrolling and supporting undocumented students fits the mission of their institution, but 40 per cent were not aware of any outreach programs to support them. What can be done? Santa Clara is the only Jesuit institution with a scholarship fund exclusively for undocumented immigrants. That will change. Twenty-five presidents of the 28 Jesuit colleges and universities have signed a statement promising support for documented and undocumented students alike. These schools will emphasise in their mission statements that they exist to serve all students, regardless of immigration status. They will explore establishing a “common fund” to finance scholarships for all, create a list of outside scholarships for which immigrants are eligible and find ways to help pay for books, lab fees and transportation. Finally, according to a position paper prepared by Fairfield University, the schools recognise that the current situation “can lock families of particular ethnic backgrounds into enclaves or ghettoes, instilling an atmosphere of fear, misunderstanding and disinformation.” These universities will respect the privacy of undocumented students and help the students fulfill both their family obligations and fully participate in university life. Christians’ desire to help the stranger goes back to the risen Christ, “the stranger” who revealed himself on the road to the downcast disciples. What might have happened if the disciples had not invited this stranger to remain with them?
What if the disciples had not invited the stranger on the road to Emmaus to join them?
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OPW’s initiative highly questionable, at least I WAS present at the Australian launch of the Catechism in Canberra and, when asked by a female journalist about God, Emeritus Archbishop Hickey replied exactly as you quoted in your letter. I have used his statement often when people start down that track of reasoning on God’s sex. To use the Parable of the Prodigal Son to push views other than that of “God’s unconditional love and forgiveness for every human being” is totally unacceptable and one has to question why the OPW even needs to send out information on how to celebrate International Women’s Day. Having been at the
United Nations in New York on International Women’s Day made me question what this day is actually all about. It certainly is not a day that I celebrate simply because, as a Catholic woman, a mother and grandmother, I do not support what is promoted on this day. Mrs Madge Fahy ASHWOOD, VIC
Marriage definitely requires mixed doubles DEAR Editor, Father E Miller (The Record, April 10), on the subject of homosexual, so-called marriage shrewdly made a comparison with mixed doubles in tennis, pointing out the absurdity (and indeed contradiction in terms) of wanting to
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Morality valid not because of faith but because it’s true For what reasons do we embrace a moral code - because the Church tells us to, or because some moral principles are objectively true?
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RECENT conversation turned briefly to politics. In discussing the various political parties, I made the comment that while I don’t have any favoured political party, I would vote for a party on the basis of its stance on moral issues eg abortion, same-sex ‘marriage’, etc. After all, if a political party doesn’t understand the nature of marriage or respect the value of human life, I don’t really care how wonderful its economic policy might be. The person with whom I was speaking, also a person of the Christian faith, thought to vote that way might be good for me, but it was not something that could or should be practised by those who have no faith. This person believed it was better to encourage people to focus on issues we held in common such as the value of education and the importance of good health care. This got me thinking: are moral issues private issues? Are my beliefs in particular key issues of morality dependent on my belief in a Supreme Being and adherence to a religious system? There are plenty of faithful and well-meaning people who live by a strong moral code and are probably unable to enunciate any reason for their choices apart from their religion. Of course, if someone decides to live an upright life because faith encourages it, that is fantastic. However, it seems to me that we really need to be able to give better reasons for living a certain way than ‘God says’. I am not meaning to lessen the importance of God but, in a secular state, God does not feature highly and there is a growing secular movement, the success
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of which hinges on telling people that certain aspects of morality are specific to religion and therefore not applicable to a large portion of society. If they are correct, if abortion is only a problem for the Pope, then it is true believers have no right to encourage their chosen morality upon those who do not share their faith. But if they are wrong? This notion of morality needing religion is a commonly held
It seems to me that we really should be able to give better reasons for living a certain way than because ‘God says I should...’ thought out in the marketplace amongst people of faith or of none, but when one stops to think about it, it does not make sense. Morality does not rely on religion for validity anymore than I feed myself daily because the law says that suicide is wrong. I look after my life (and respect the lives of others) because it is the right and proper thing to do; because I innately identify that life has some sort of value. I do not need a law to tell me that killing is wrong. Similarly, morality is not a
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DO NOT BE AFRAID QUOTABLE Archbishop Timothy Costelloe SDB addresses priests of the Archdiocese and Mass-goers at St Mary’s Cathedral on March 26, urging Catholics not to be disheartened by challenges confronting the Church at the present time such as the scandal of sexual abuse, divisions among Catholics and the widening gap between society and Gospel values. PHOTO: ROBERT HIINI
set of rules that religions have come up with to either burden or bring joy to their adherents. Religions promote morality because a moral life is the behaviour proper to human beings. Morality is not right because religion says so; religion says morality is right because it is. It is no coincidence that the Ten Commandments form the basis of almost every developed legal system in the world. A government cannot, for example, decide to hold an election to see if its citizens would like to legalise murder and theft. A government exists to encourage and ensure that right and proper models of behaviour are lived out among its citizens. And the Latin root of the word ‘moral’ means just that - the proper behaviour of a person in society. Even the definition implies that this behaviour is something that is self-evident. Of course, the reason that secularists do not like talking about a moral code being ‘normal’ or ‘selfevident’ is because it leads to questions about how humans have an innate sense that some things are more right than others. If the thought is progressed far enough, eventually the matter of God comes up, and those who don’t want to have anything to do with a greater being become somewhat frustrated. While we do not necessarily need to take a conversation that far it is imperative that those we come in contact with leave us simply understanding that morality is good for the human person, any human person, and if something moral is worth its weight then it transcends all religion and is common to us all. WWW.FOOLISHWISDOM.COM
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describe a game played by two men against two women as homosexual mixed doubles, and claiming a right so to describe it and to engage in it. In human society, the activity of mating is dignified by the name of marriage. Two people of the same sex cannot mate, however much they love each other. Marriage requires a mixed double.
“We all know the challenges we face: the awful scandal of sexual abuse and the ways in which our response as a Church
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A mystic cook shows the path to God
The writings of a little-known mystic who never rose higher in the monastery than humble cook are inspirational for our own lives
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YOUNG businessman was running late for an important executive meeting and couldn’t find a parking place. In desperation, he found himself resorting to prayer. “Listen God,” he muttered, “If you can find me a space, I’ll give up my drunken ways and even start going back to Church.” Just as he finished, he drove around the corner and there, directly in front of his building, was a vacant spot. He quickly turned his attention back to God: “Forget everything I just said,” he cried out excitedly, “I just found one myself.” While I may not be as blatant as this, I do have to confess to an element of his part-time approach to God. Over the past few months I have realised my passion toward God has waned according to my needs at the time. Not long ago, I found myself clinging to his protection and security; however, soon after the storm passed, I returned God to his little compartment in the back of my mind. He had done his job, had answered my desperate call and
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now I could get back on with my life. This confession is not intended to be self-condemning, but merely an observation of how easy it is to allow God to become a part-time component of our lives rather than the very centre and purpose of it. It is very easy, for me at least, to lose him within busyness and then conveniently prioritise him when required. While I need to acknowledge the progress I have made in this area over the past few decades – from only giving him time at Christmas and Easter to weekly Mass and even to weaving him into many aspects and decisions in my life today – it seems as though I have come to a dramatic speed hump on my journey. Until recently I was living in blissful ignorance of the limitations I had created. God was always
lingering somewhere in the vicinity of my thoughts and actions, like a distant lighthouse but, in reality, I was only truly acknowledging his presence when the waters started to get rough. This selfcentred awareness was drawn into sharp focus when a small book “happened” to fall into my hands. The Practice of the Presence of God is a treasure inspired by a 17th century monk who simply became known as Brother Lawrence. His life was unspectacular and insignificant
together his simple yet profound wisdom. Br Lawrence’s sole desire was to vacate his mind and heart of all that was not founded in God and to live his life in perpetual communication with him. It is a relationship that gives me hope. At one point in his life, Br Lawrence must have stood where I do now and recognised the fractured and tenuous relationship he had. A stirring within must have told him that God desired more, so
In my life it’s been the same - only acknowledging God’s presence when the waters get rough ... in the eyes of the world but I believe the relationship he had with his heavenly Father is a blueprint for the one all Christians are called to seek. Br Lawrence did not enter monastic life until he was in his 40s and spent his last 30 years as a cook, yet those he lived with were so affected by the intimacy and joy of his relationship, they gathered
he began to invite him into every aspect of his life, no matter how trivial. Over time he developed a relationship so intimate he was able to live in a state of constant and joyous inner peace although, he confesses, only after years of having to consciously and habitually draw his wandering mind back to his heavenly Father. It was a process
that began with habitual conscious choice and grew into a divinely inspired and complete surrender of his will. It allowed Br Lawrence to prune and purify every thought and desire and transformed his life from self– centred to God–centred. Such was the intimacy attained, he once stated he would not pick up a straw from the ground unless he did it for the love of God. Br Lawrence came to recognise the unconditional and allencompassing relationship God desires with each of us. He does not want to be a distant deity summoned only in times of need or convenience – what loving parent would? The cry of God’s heart is for us to invite him into every aspect of our lives. Br Lawrence’s life was not devoid of pain or sorrow but his total surrender ensured that his relationship with his heavenly Father was not determined by his emotional state. “There is not in the world a kind of life more sweet and delightful” he wrote, “than that of a continual conversation with God.”
Deflating the Devil - Ignatian style There’s a reason why, since his election, Pope Francis has been regularly referring to the Devil reports Cindy Wooden
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N THE teaching of Pope Francis, the devil has a more dastardly agenda than just convincing people to break one of the Ten Commandments; “the enemy” wants them to feel weak, worthless and always ready to complain or gossip. In his first month in office, Pope Francis continually preached about God’s love and mercy, but he also frequently mentioned the devil and that sly dog’s glee when people take their eyes off of Jesus and focus only on what’s going wrong around them. In the book On Heaven and Earth, originally published in Spanish in 2010, the then-Cardinal Jorge Mario Bergoglio, said, “I believe that the devil exists” and “his greatest achievement in these times has been to make us believe he doesn’t exist.” “His fruits are always destruction: division, hate and slander,” he said in the book. As Pope, his comments about the evil one reflect pastoral knowledge of the temptations and injustices oppressing people, but they also echo the Ignatian spirituality that formed him as a Jesuit, said one of his confreres, US Jesuit Father Gerald Blaszczak, secretary for the service of faith at the Society of Jesus’ headquarters in Rome. “Francis comes from a tradition – the Jesuit tradition – where the presence of the evil spirit or ‘the enemy of our human nature’ is mentioned frequently,” Father Blaszczak said. In almost all his homilies, the Jesuit said, Pope Francis talks about “the battle” people face between following the crucified and risen Christ and “falling prey to negativity, cynicism, disappointment, sadness, lethargy” – and the temptation of the “dark joy” of gossiping or complaining about others. In the Spiritual Exercises of St Ignatius of Loyola, who founded the Jesuits, and in his Rules for the Discernment of Spirits, sowing pessimism and despair “is the [modus operandi] of ‘the enemy,’” Father Blaszczak said. St Ignatius believed making pro-
gress in following Christ gives birth to a sense of peace and harmony, even in the face of challenges, he said. The enemy doesn’t like that and tries to disrupt it, particularly by tempting Christians to focus all their attention on themselves and their problems – real or perceived – and to doubt whether they really are or even can be capable of following the Lord. “In these many homilies that Pope Francis has given in which he’s warning people to avoid discouragement, to seize hope, to move on with courage and not to fall prey to negativity or cynicism,
he’s drawing on this fundamental insight of St Ignatius,” he said. The Jesuit’s explanation of “the enemy” in Ignatian spirituality can be seen in several of the statements the Pope has made about the devil, including: l At his weekly general audience on April 17, the Pope spoke about Jesus being always near, ready to defend and forgive. “He defends us from the insidiousness of the devil, he defends us from ourselves, from our sins,” the Pope said. “He always forgives us, he is our advocate. ... We must never forget this.” l At a meeting with cardinals on
March 15, the Pope spoke about how the Holy Spirit unifies and harmonises the Church. “Let us never yield to pessimism, to that bitterness that the devil offers us every day,” the Pope said. Rather, be certain that the Spirit gives the church “the courage to persevere.” l In his homily on Palm Sunday, Pope Francis said: “A Christian can never be sad. Never give way to discouragement.” Christian joy comes from knowing Jesus is near, even in times of trial when problems seem insurmountable. “In this moment, the enemy – the devil – comes, often disguised
as an angel and slyly speaks his word to us.” Father Blaszczak said the idea that the devil might disguise himself as an angel also fits with the teaching of St Ignatius, who said “the enemy” often tries to corrupt generally positive inclinations and attractions – including the desires for love or accomplishment and an attraction to beauty – to create despair or “disordinate attachments” that destroy interior peace and end up moving a person’s focus away from loving and serving God alone. In Ignatius’ teaching, and in the teaching of Pope Francis, “there is an edginess,” a seriousness about “the campaign, the opposition of the evil one,” and about the strength and grace people need to resist and to make the right decisions, he said. People must discern where God is calling them. Following that call requires courage and “a willingness to accept suffering and rejection.” Ignatius “never gets away from the cross, which means there is nothing fluffy about this. It will involve putting yourself in situations of difficulty and strain. There’s a continual call to align ourselves with the cause of Jesus, the cause of the kingdom,” the Jesuit said. The founder of the Jesuits was convinced, he said, that “it would be the evil one who would try to dissuade us, who would say: ‘That’s silly. That can’t be done. You’re not good enough. You couldn’t be called to that. You don’t have what it takes. You don’t have the goods to make a difference in building the kingdom.’” On the other hand, Father Blaszczak said, Pope Francis – like Ignatius – would say that what God tells people is: “Yes, you are weak. I know who you are and I call each one of you to lend your talents and energy, commitment, love and gifts to the cause of the kingdom.” It’s not that Pope Francis has been focusing on the power of the devil, he said, but temptations are the realistic flip side to the heart of the Pope’s message about “the world that is replete with the mercy and presence and fidelity of God.” - CNS
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FRIDAY, APRIL 26 Holy Trinity Community Holy Hour Adoration 7pm at St Benedict Church, 115 Ardross St, Ardross, Enq: Yunita - 0412 677 568. Medjugorje Evening of Prayer Group 7-9pm at Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, 43 Camberwell St, East Victoria Park. It is reported Our Blessed Mother has been appearing daily in Medjugorje since 1981 with messages for all her children. Free DVDs on Medjugorje. NEWSFLASH Pilgrimage. October 8-24 Rome/Italy/ Medjugorje. $3,999. Enq: 9402 2480, 0407 471 256 email medjugorje@y7mail.com. SATURDAY, APRIL 27 Love Ministry Healing CCR 6.30pm at St Brigid Parish, 69 Morrison Rd, Midland. After the 6.30pm Mass the CCR Healing Ministry Team including clergy, CCR Chaplain Archbishop Emeritus Barry Hickey will be in attendance. Reconciliation available. Come and be prayed over, healed from the past or present issues or stand in for loved ones facing illness or problems. Enq: Gilbert 0431 570 322, Fr David Watt 9376 1734.
UPCOMING TUESDAY, APRIL 30 Day of Reflection, Marian Movement of Priests 10.30am-2pm at St Paul’s, 106 Rookwood St, Mt Lawley. Celebrant and speaker: Rev Fr Timothy Deeter. Rosary, holy Mass and talks (including holy Hour of prayer for Priests). Confessions available. Bring lunch to share. Tea/coffee supplied. Enq: 9341 8082. FRIDAY, MAY 3 TO SUNDAY, MAY 5 Discover The Love Retreat 2013 Come to me all you who are weary and burdened and I will give you rest. 7.30pm Friday2pm Sunday at Bindoon’s Orchard Glory Farm Resort. Sponsored by Holy Trinity Community. Speakers from Indonesia: Fr Sergius Paulus CSE, Sr Skolastica (Sr of Daughter of Carmel), Eleine (Seminarian lecturer). Cost $100. Enq: to register htcperth@hotmail.com or Miguel 0459 233 227, Josh 0422 893 853. SATURDAY, MAY 4 Day with Mary 9am-5pm at Our Lady of the Mission Church, 270 Camberwarra Dr, Craigie. 9am-video; 10.10am-holy Mass; Reconciliation, Procession of the Blessed Sacrament, Eucharistic Adoration, Sermons on the Eucharist and on Our Lady, Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet and Stations of the Cross. BYO lunch Enq. Franciscan Sisters of the Immaculate 9250 8286. Teachers Mission Outreach Special Meeting 11am at Infant Jesus Parish Centre, 47 Wellington Rd, Morley. Generous English teachers to tutor one student weekly and donate half the tuition fee to Mission Partners Morley - established 1988. Possible visit to Vietnam 2014. Funding a group project is rewarding, exciting and changes lives. Registration essential. Enq: margaretbox7@ bigpond.com or 9272 8263. One-Day Retreat on The Holy Rosary 9am-1.30pm at Holy Family Parish, Lot 375, Alcock St, Maddington. Come and spend the day with our Blessed Mother before the Blessed Sacrament. Confession, holy Mass, Eucharistic Adoration and Healing Prayers. Morning tea and lunch provided. Enq: 9493 1703. Movie Night - The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe 6.30pm at Integrity House, 67 Howe St, Osborne Park. Doors open 5.30pm. An adult must accompany children. Free supervised “G” movie alternative for children over 3 years. Cost: $10 adults; $8 concession; family $30. Free popcorn for all pre-booked tickets: bookings - perth. disciplesofjesus.org/movies. Funds raised for DOJYMT. Enq: Lisa 0419 923 420. SATURDAY, MAY 4 TO MONDAY, MAY 6 Talks by UK International Speaker, Gifted Theologian, Retreat Master: Tony Hickey 10am at Casa Luisa, 59 Newton St, Spearwood. Each day starts with Mass at 10am. Talks 11am12.30; 1.30-3pm; 7-8.30pm. Unique talks on spirituality, holiness, theology and redemption. Lunch 12.30-1.30pm. Please bring a plate to share. Coffee/tea provided. Cost: Love offering for Tony. Enq: Jenny 9494 2604. SUNDAY, MAY 5 The 2013 Busselton May Rosary Celebration in Honour of Our Lady 12.30pm at Queen of the Holy Rosary Shrine, Bove’s Farm, Roy Rd (off Bussell Hwy), Jindong, Busselton. 12.30pm - hymn singing; 1pm – holy concelebrated Mass led by Fr Tony Chiera. Rosary procession and Benediction following Mass. Afternoon tea provided. Enq: for bus bookings from Perth phone Francis Williams 0404 893 877 or 9459 3873. Divine Mercy - An Afternoon with Jesus and Mary 1.30pm at St Francis Xavier Church, 25 Windsor St, Perth. The main celebrant for the afternoon will be Fr Doug Harris – homily on St Athanasius. Followed by refreshments. Enq: John 9457 7771. Latin Mass 2pm at the Good Shepherd Church, Streich Ave, Kelmscott: Enq: John 9390 6646.
FRIDAY, MAY 10 TO SUNDAY, MAY 12 Santa Clara Youth Group JUMPSTART retreat for all young adults (18+) 6pm at Eagle’s Nest, 1406 O’Brien Rd, Gidgegannup. Open to any parish. 5pm bus leaving from Santa Clara’s, returning to parish about 4pm Sunday. Full of opportunities to reignite your faith, reconnect with God and build new friendships! Cost: $80. Enq: Alwin Liew 0433 566 867 or Clarissa 0433 829 742, youth.santaclara@gmail.com. FRIDAY, MAY 10 TO SATURDAY, MAY 18 Novena to the Holy Spirit and Pentecost Vigil 7.30-9.30pm at Holy Family Parish, Lot 375 Alcock St, Maddington. Fri,10: Healing Mass with Novena; Sat, 11 - Thu, 16: 7.30-8.30pm - Novena with Eucharistic Adoration; Fri, 17: 7.30-9.30pm Healing Mass with Novena; Sat, 18: 8pm - Novena, Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament; 10pm - Vigil Mass. Enq. 9493 1703. FRIDAY, JUNE 7 TO SUNDAY, JUNE 9 Inner Healing Retreat 7.30am at Epiphany Retreat Centre, 50 Fifth Ave, Rossmoyne. Come and receive Jesus’ embrace and healing through his Word and Sacraments during this retreat. Led by Vincentian Fathers. Registration and Enq: Melanie 0410 605 743 or vincentiansperth@yahoo.com.
REGULAR EVENTS EVERY SUNDAY Gate of Heaven Catholic Radio Join the Franciscans of the Immaculate from 7.309pm on Radio Fremantle 107.9FM for Catholic radio broadcast of EWTN and our own live shows. Enq: radio@ausmaria.com.
Cathedral Cafe Cathedral Cafe is now open every Sunday 9.30am1pm at St Mary’s Cathedral parish centre, downstairs after Mass. Coffee, tea, cakes, sweets, friendship with Cathedral parishioners. Further info: Tammy on smcperthwyd@yahoo.com.au or 0415 370 357. Pilgrim Mass - Shrine of the Virgin of the Revelation 2pm at Shrine, 36 Chittering Rd, Bullsbrook. Commencing with Rosary followed by Benediction. Reconciliation available before every celebration. Anointing of the sick administered during Mass every second Sunday of the month. Pilgrimage in honour of the Virgin of the Revelation last Sunday of the month. Side entrance to church and shrine open daily between 9am-5pm. Enq Sacri 9447 3292. Praise and Worship 5.30pm at St Denis Parish, cnr Osborne St and Roberts Rd, Joondanna. Followed by 6pm Mass. Enq: Admin admin@stdenis.com.au. EVERY FIRST SUNDAY Singles Prayer and Social Group 7pm at All Saints Chapel, Allendale Sq, 77 St Georges Tce, Perth. Begins with holy hour (Eucharistic Adoration, Rosary and teaching) followed by dinner at local restaurant. Meet new people, pray and socialise with other single men and women. Enq: Veronica 0403 841 202. EVERY SECOND SUNDAY Healing Hour 7-8pm at St Lawrence Parish, Balcatta. Songs of praise and worship, Exposition of Blessed Sacrament and prayers for sick. Enq: Fr Irek Czech SDS or office Tue-Thu, 9am-2.30pm 9344 7066. THIRD SUNDAY OF THE MONTH Oblates of St Benedict’s 2pm at St Joseph’s Convent, York St, South Perth. We welcome all who are interested in studying the Rule of St Benedict and its relevance to the everyday life of today for laypeople. Vespers and afternoon tea conclude our meetings. Enq: Secretary 9457 5758. EVERY FOURTH SUNDAY Shrine Time for Young Adults 18-35 Years 7.30-8.30pm at Schoenstatt Shrine, 9 Talus Dr, Mt Richon; holy hour with prayer, reflection, meditation, praise and worship; followed by a social gathering. Come and pray at a place of grace. Enq: Schoenstatt Sisters 9399 2349. Holy Hour for Vocations to the Priesthood, Religious Life 2-3pm at Infant Jesus Parish, Wellington St, Morley. Includes Exposition of Blessed Sacrament, silent prayer, scripture, prayers of intercession. Come and pray that those discerning vocations can hear clearly God’s call. EVERY LAST SUNDAY Filipino Mass 3pm at Notre Dame Church, cnr Daley and Wright Sts, Cloverdale. Please bring a plate to share for socialisation after Mass. Enq: Fr Nelson Po 0410 843 412, Elsa 0404 038 483.
LAST MONDAY Be Still in His Presence – Ecumenical Christian Program 7.30-8.45pm at St Swithun Anglican Church, 195 Lesmurdie St, Lesmurdie (hall behind church). Begins with songs of praise and worship, silent time, lectio divina, small group sharing and cuppa. Enq: Lynne 9293 3848 or 0435 252 941.
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EVERY TUESDAY Novena to Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal 6pm at Pater Noster Church, Marmion and Evershed Sts, Myaree. Mass at 5.30pm followed by Benediction. Enq: John 0408 952 194. Novena to God the Father 7.30pm at St Joachim’s parish hall, Vic Park. Novena followed by reflection and discussions on forthcoming Sunday Gospel. Enq: Jan 9284 1662. Spirituality and The Sunday Gospels 7-8pm at St Benedict’s school hall, Alness St, Applecross. Presenter Norma Woodcock. Accreditation recognition by the CEO. Everyone is welcome. No meeting during school holidays (April 23 and 30). Resumes - May 7. Cost: collection. Enq: 9487 1772 or www.normawoodcock.com. EVERY FIRST TUESDAY Short MMP Cenacle for Priests 2pm at Edel Quinn Centre, 36 Windsor St, East Perth. Enq: Fr Watt 9376 1734. EVERY WEDNESDAY Holy Spirit of Freedom Community 7.30pm at Church of Christ, 111 Stirling St, Perth. We welcome everyone to attend our praise meeting. Enq: 0423 907 869 or hsofperth@gmail.com. Bible Study at Cathedral 6.15pm at St Mary’s Cathedral, Victoria Sq, Perth. Deepen your faith through reading and reflecting on holy Scripture by Fr Jean-Noel Marie. Meeting room beneath Cathedral. Enq: 9223 1372. Holy Hour - Catholic Youth Ministry Mass at 5.30pm and Holy Hour (Adoration) at 6.30pm at Catholic Pastoral Centre, 40A Mary St, Highgate. Enq: www.cym.com or 9422 7912. EVERY FIRST WEDNESDAY Novena to St Mary of the Cross MacKillop 7-7.45pm at Blessed Mary MacKillop Parish, cnr Cassowary Dr and Pelican Pde, Ballajura. Begins with Mass, novena prayers and Benediction. Followed by healing prayers and anointing of the sick. Enq: Madi 9249 9093 or Gerry 0417 187 240. EVERY SECOND WEDNESDAY Chaplets of Divine Mercy 7.30pm at St Thomas More Parish, Dean Rd, Bateman. Accompanied by Exposition, then Benediction. Enq: George 9310 9493 or 6242 0702 (w). EVERY THURSDAY Divine Mercy 11am at Sts John and Paul Church, Pinetree Gully Rd, Willetton. Pray the Rosary and Chaplet of Divine Mercy and for consecrated life, especially in our parish. Concludes with veneration of the first class relic of St Faustina. Enq: John 9457 7771.
Begins with Reconciliation, then 9am Mass of the Sacred Heart of Jesus, anointing of the sick and prayers to St Peregrine. Enq: Joy 9337 7189. Catholic Faith Renewal Evening 7.30pm at Sts John and Paul Parish, Pinetree Gully Rd, Willetton. Songs of Praise and Prayer, sharing by a priest, then thanksgiving Mass and light refreshments. Enq: Kathy 9295 0913 or Ann 0412 166 164 or catholicfaithrenewal@gmail.com. Communion of Reparation All Night Vigils 7pm-1.30am at Corpus Christi Church, Lochee St, Mosman Park or St Gerard Majella Church, cnr Ravenswood Dr/Majella Rd, Westminster (Mirrabooka). Vigils are two Masses, Adoration, Benediction, prayers, Confession in reparation for outrages committed against the United Hearts of Jesus and Mary. Enq: Vicky 0400 282 357; Fr Giosue 9349 2315; John/Joy 9344 2609. Pro-life Witness – Mass and Procession 9.30am at St Brigid’s Parish, cnr Great Northern Hwy and Morrison Rd, Midland. Begins with Mass followed by Rosary procession and prayer vigil at nearby abortion clinic, led by the Franciscan Friars of the Immaculate. Please join us to pray for an end to abortion and the conversion of hearts. Enq: Helen 9402 0349. EVERY SECOND FRIDAY Discover Spirituality of St Francis of Assisi 12pm at St Brigid’s parish centre. The Secular Franciscans of Midland Fraternity have lunch, then 1-3pm meeting. Enq: Antoinette 9297 2314. EVERY FIRST SATURDAY Healing Mass 12.35pm at St Thomas Parish, cnr Melville St and College Rd, Claremont. Spiritual leader Fr Waddell. Enq: Kim 9384 0598, claremont@perthcatholic.org. Vigil for Life – Mass and Procession 8.30am at St Augustine Parish, Gladstone St, Rivervale. Begins with Mass celebrated by Fr Carey, followed by Rosary procession and prayer vigil at nearby abortion clinic. Please join us to pray for the conversion of hearts and an end to abortion. Enq. Helen 9402 0349. EVERY FOURTH SATURDAY Voice of the Voiceless Healing Mass 11.30 am at St Brigid’s Parish, 211 Aberdeen St. Northbridge. Bring a plate to share after Mass. Enq. Frank 9296 7591 or 0408 183 325 EVERY LAST SATURDAY Novena Devotions – Our Lady Vailankanni of Good Health 5pm at Holy Trinity Parish, 8 Burnett St, Embleton. Followed by Mass at 6pm. Enq: George 9272 1379.
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St Mary’s Cathedral Praise Meeting 7.45pm at the Legion of Mary’s Edel Quinn Centre, 36 Windsor St, East Perth. Includes praise, song and healing ministry. Enq: Kay 9382 3668 or fmi@ flameministries.org.
Free Divine Mercy Image for Parishes High quality oil painting and glossy print – Divine Mercy Promotions. Images of very high quality. For any parish willing to accept and place inside the church. Oil paintings: 160 x 90cm; glossy print - 100 x 60cm. Enq: Irene 9417 3267 (w).
Group Fifty - Charismatic Renewal Group 7.30pm at Redemptorist Monastery, 150 Vincent St, North Perth. Includes prayer, praise and Mass. Enq: Elaine 9440 3661.
Sacred Heart Pioneers Would anyone like to know about the Sacred Heart pioneers? If so, please contact Spiritual Director Fr Doug Harris 9444 6131 or John 9457 7771.
EVERY FIRST THURSDAY Holy Hour Prayer for Priests 7-8pm at Holy Spirit Parish, 2 Keaney Pl, City Beach. All welcome. Enq: Linda 9341 3079.
St Philomena’s Chapel 3/24 Juna Dr, Malaga. Mass of the day: Mon 6.45am. Vigil Masses: Mon-Fri 4.45pm. Enq: Fr David 9376 1734.
Prayer in Style of Taizé 7.30-8.30pm at Our Lady of Grace Parish, 3 Kitchener St, North Beach. Includes prayer, song and silence in candlelight – symbol of Christ the light of the world. Taizé info: www.taize.fr. Enq: secretary 9448 4888 or 9448 4457.
Mary MacKillop Merchandise Available for sale from Mary MacKillop Centre. Enq: Sr Maree 041 4683 926 or 08 9334 0933.
FIRST AND THIRD THURSDAY Social Dinner (Young Adults aged up to 35) and Rosary Cenacle 6.30pm at St Bernadette’s Church, 49 Jugan St, Mount Hawthorn. Begins at 6.30pm with dinner at a local restaurant, followed at 8pm by a Rosary Cenacle, short talk and refreshments at the church. Great way to meet new people, pray and socialise! Enq: 9444 6131 or st.bernadettesyouth@ gmail.com. EVERY FRIDAY Eucharistic Adoration at Schoenstatt Shrine 10am at Schoenstatt Shrine, 9 Talus Dr, Mt Richon. Includes holy Mass, Exposition of Blessed Sacrament, silent adoration till 8.15pm. In this Year of Grace, join us in prayer at a place of grace. Enq: Sisters of Schoenstatt 9399 2349. Healing Mass 6pm at Holy Family Parish, Lot 375, Alcock St, Maddington. Begins with Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Rosary, Stations of the Cross, Healing Mass followed by Adoration of the Blessed Sacrament. Enq: admin 9493 1703 or www.vpcp. org.au. EVERY FIRST FRIDAY Mass and Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament 11am-4pm at Little Sisters of the Poor Chapel, 2 Rawlins St, Glendalough. Exposition of Blessed Sacrament after Mass until 4pm, finishing with Rosary. Enq: Sr Marie MS.Perth@lsp.org.au. Healing and Anointing Mass 8.45am Pater Noster Church, Evershed St, Myaree.
people and evangelise the next generation of apostles, please contact Jane Borg, Principal at Acts 2 College on 0401 692 690 or principal@ acts2come.wa.edu.au. Divine Mercy Church Pews Would you like to assist, at the same time becoming part of the history of the new Divine Mercy Church in Lower Chittering, by donating a beautifully handcrafted jarrah pew currently under construction, costing only $1,000 each. A beautiful brass plaque with your inscription will be placed at the end of the pew. Please make cheques payable to Divine Mercy Church Building fund and send with inscription to PO Box 8, Bullsbrook WA 6084. Enq: Fr Paul 0427 085 093. Abortion Grief Association Inc A not-for-profit association is looking for premises to establish a Trauma Recovery Centre (pref SOR) in response to increasing demand for our services (ref.www.abortiongrief.asn.au). Enq: Julie (08) 9313 1784. RESOURCE CENTRE FOR PERSONAL DEVELOPMENT - 2013 COURSES Holistic Health Seminar The Instinct to Heal (begins July 25) Thursday 11am-1pm; RCPD2 Internalise Principles of Successful Relationships, and Use Emotional Intelligence and Communication Skills, now on Thursdays 11am-1pm. 197 High St, Fremantle. Bookings essential. Enq: Eva 0409 405 585 or www.rcpd.net.au. Drop-In Centre and Op Shop - Volunteers urgently needed at RCPD, 197 High St, Fremantle. 1) RCPD6 ‘The Cost of Discipleship’ This course combines theology with relationship education and personal/spiritual awareness by teaching self-analysis. 2) ‘The Wounded Heart’ Healing for emotional and sexual abuse promotes healing and understanding for the victim and the offender. Holistic counselling available - http:// members.dodo.com.au/~evalenz/. Religious item donations for Thailand Church Fr Ferdinando Ronconi is the parish priest at the Church of Our Lady of the Assumption in Phuket, Thailand. He is in need of religious items such as Rosaries and holy medals for his local congregation and visitors. If you are able to help, please post items to: PO Box 35, Phuket 83000, Thailand or, if you are on holiday in Phuket, bring your donated items with you to church and stay for Mass! Fr Ferdinando can be contacted on tel: 076 212 266 or 089 912 899 or ronconi.css@ gmail.com. Would you not watch one Hour with Me? Adoration - St Jerome’s Spearwood We have been able to add Sunday night/ Monday morning to our Adoration Roster. It is now continuous from Wednesday 6am through to Monday 10pm. Please pray for new Adorers to keep Jesus company on the two nights (Monday and Tuesday) which still finish at 10pm. Adorers needed urgently: Thursday 10am, 11am and 12 noon. Please see the roster for other times Adorers are needed. Enq. Mary 0402 289 418.
Financially Disadvantaged People Requiring Low Care Aged Care Placement The Little Sisters of the Poor community is set in beautiful gardens in the suburb of Glendalough. “Making the elderly happy, that is everything!” St Jeanne Jugan (foundress). Registration and enq: Sr Marie 9443 3155. Is your son or daughter unsure of what to do this year? Suggest a Cert IV course to discern God’s purpose. They will also learn more about the Catholic faith and develop skills in communication and leadership. Acts 2 College of Mission and Evangelisation (National Code 51452).Enq: Jane 9202 6859. AA Alcoholics Anonymous Is alcohol costing you more than just money? Enq: AA 9325 3566. Saints and Sacred Relics Apostolate Invite SSRA Perth invites interested parties, parish priests, leaders of religious communities, lay associations to organise relic visitations to parishes, communities, etc. We have available authenticated relics, mostly first-class, of Catholic saints and blesseds including Sts Mary MacKillop, Padre Pio, Anthony of Padua, Therese of Lisieux, Maximilian Kolbe, Simon Stock and Blessed Pope John Paul II. Free of charge and all welcome. Enq: Giovanny 0478 201 092 or ssra-perth@catholic.org.
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