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The three enemies of ecumenism are suspicion, inertia and impatience, the Catholic co-chairman of the second Anglican Roman Catholic International Commission (ARCIC) said in Perth last week. Addressing a small ecumenical group Bishop Cormac Murphy-O'Connor of England said to overcome suspicion, churches needed to concen-

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trate on what united them. Bishop Murphy-0'Connor

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"Inertia means that people don't meet and nothing much happens. To break this pattern strong pastoral and theological leadership is needed," the bishop said. "Impatience can lead to the response: 'A plague on both your houses.'

"However, we need to be united not only in charity but genuinely in faith." The bishop claimed that the impatient needed to remember the four Polish tailors whose shops were in the same street.

ODD One began to advertise in his window: "Best Tailor in Town." The second responded with: "Best Tailor in the Country." The third fought back with "Best Tailor in the World." The fourth just placed a simple mesage in his window: "Best Tailor in the Street."

Likewise, ecumenical activity should set modest, achievable goals, the bishop said.

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Official opening

Renowned Australian artist, David Dridan of Adelaide officially opens the Newman College Artceta exhibition and sale while the principal, Brother Terrence Orrell looks on. See story, picture page 2. More pictures page 16.

Nevertheless, he admitted, risks must be taken because of the desperate need in these times for a living sign of unity. The uniqueness of Christ was the critical message rather than which version of christianity is right. The members of ARCIC II faced a large agenda The first step was to deal with the question of how we

are saved.

Stories by JOHN CAHILL Picture by BILL HUXLEY

Questions about women The ordination of women is a new and serious complication that will have to be faced by ARCIC, Murphy Bishop 0'Connor said to the ecumenical gathering that included Catholic and Anglican bishops. For the Anglicans, the challenge was to maintain conciliatory internally and with Rome; for the Catholics the challenge was to develop significantiy the role of the ministry of women, he said. He did not see any ready solution to the problems involved. However, although he was sure that currently the consensus In the Catholic Church was that to ordain women would not be valid, he could not say it was impossible the Church would one day ordain them.

League's Prostitutes Bishop Healy with a donation of $2,700forthetrainingofpriests. Along with a similar donation from Sunbury diocesan CWL of $1686, this makes a total seminary donation of $4,386 for the year. Bishop Healy told the meeting that although there were only 37 state branches, some of them recently opened, the generosity of members seemed unlimited.

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The meeting was addressed by Sunbury CWL diocesan president Mrs Georgie Bruce Smith who spoke on her attendance earlier this year at the Oceania Lay congress in New Zealand. Mr Peter Saunders, WA director of the Papal Visit also spoke about features of the pope's forthcoming visit.

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Hospitality as a Christian duty, the value of maritime work, the war risks of the Persian Gulf and boat people soliciting ships were among the many issues covered at the Apostleship of the Sea biennial meeting in Melbourne earlier this month.

Bishop Healy, the episcopal promoter for the Apostleship of the Sea told the 60 Australian delegates to familiarise themselves with the principles of work outlined in Pope John Paul's letter Laborem Exercens. He pointed out that having to work was not necessarily to be regarded as a misfortune or even a chore. A later workshop revealed many maritime workers were having

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Patron of arts

Bishop Healy ties in the various ports

Turning to the international scene, Bishop Healy drew attention to the continuing Vatican concern for the small boat refugees from Indo China Reports show many are still fleeing Vietnam and the ships in the main sea lanes are either changing course to avoid them or even ramming them Little was being done to rescue these people or defend them from pirates. BishopHealy said the Apostleship of the Sea should add its voice to protest at this inhuman misery on the high

seas

The meeting resolved to

write to the Minister for

Foreign Affairs, Mr Bill Hayden to bring international pressure to bear on the plight of the boat people. The conference also heard how the international law of the sea was being ignored in the Persian Gulf where neutral ships were being attacked. Many seafarers visiting Australia told of being threatened with loss of work if they did not sign on for ships visiting those dangerous areas The delegates also looked at the problem in Australian ports of prostitutes visiting ships uninvited and almost as soon as the ship docks It was felt this is an unjustified and immoral invasion of the privacy of visiting crews and did not reflect the Australian community standards and consequently ships should not be imposed upon in this manner. Father Michael Richardson, the Melbourne port chaplain, in a spirited address expressed concern about the future of the maritime ministry along the Australian coast In view of the increasing shortage of priests available for the work of ship visitation and pastoral care in the tradition of the Apostleship of the Sea, he advocated the practicality of specially trained lay pastoral ministers for this work.

Newman College Artcenta sales assistants, Greta King (left) and Veronica 0'Connor collect payment for the purchase of a painting. More pictures, page 16.

Big crowds flock to Newman's show More than 2500 attended

the highly successful Newman College Artcenta exhi-

bition an auction at the college last weekend. The attendance included 600 guests at the opening ceremony and auction on Friday night and 1600

paying patrons on the Saturday and Sunday after-

noons.

Pensioners and children were admitted free. The exhibition featured 4500 oils and water colour

by the art

roundsman paintings and various craft

items ranging from pottery to wood carving. It was the 12th year the exhibition has been held by the college. Returns and costs were still being counted this week but the college is expected to benefit by at least an equal amount to

the $20,000 raised in each of the last three years. This compares with the $1800 raised in the first

year.

Adelaide artist, Mr David Dridan was the featured artist this year and officially opened the show.

He also donated a paint-

ing which was one of the eight auctioned to raise

funds for the college. A total of 320 paintings were sold, and sales of crafts were a record.

Chaplain for homosexuals

ADELAIDE: Archbishop Faulkner confirmed publicly last week his Pastoral Council appointment 12 months ago of Father Maurice Shinnick as chaplain to an for organisation homosexuals. Commenting later on the appointment Archbishop Faulkner said: "Fathert Shinnick is chaplain to Acceptance which has been set up to give pastoral support to Catholic homosexuals, their families and friends. 'The reasons for this appointment are clear. The Church must reach out to people who are hurt or feel rejected.

"We are trying to reach out to all those who are suffering in any way, the poor, people involved in marriage breakdown, unemployed people, alcholics and others who feel alienated.

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"Jesus gave special love and attention to people who were ostracised. So must the Church today. "I want to state strongly the Church does not condone homosexual practices. The Church does not accept the active promotion of homosexuality as a legitimate alternative way of life," Archbishop Faulkner said. "In fact, many members of Acceptance are, despite their sexual orientation,

living their lives according to God's way." "Acceptance" is a group which includes parents, family and friends of homosexual people. They give powerful and prayerful support to homosexuals who are trying to become active members of the Church family. In July the Church celebrated Mass for Acceptance. .. I experienced a genuine and prayerful community at that Mass," the Archbishop said.

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Papal tour's appeal launch It would take only 50¢ from each Australian Catholic to reach the Church's $2 million target for the September Papal Visit appeal, according to Brian Monsignor Walsh, the National Director of the Papal Visit. "I'm asking everyone of those four million Catholics to be right behind us now", Mons Walsh said. "We're going to need two million dollars to pay for the physical aspects of Pope John Paul II's visit.

"Our last collection in

May raised a magnificent

Massed choir at Belmont At the November 30

Mass of Pope John Paul at Belmont Park massed choirs will perform only before the Mass and during the communion. The congregation is asked to join in the music of the Mass. All but two pieces of the people's music come from The Catholic Worship Book. The other pieces are: "By the Love" which will be used during the procession with the gifts and the Family-Caring ceremony' and "God of Peace" at the end of the liturgy. This latter is a special hymn, full of Australian flavour, written for the occasion of the Pope's visit by two Australian Religious -priests, Tony Kelly, C.SS.R and Chris Willcock, S.J. St Mary's Cathedral choir will prepare a recorded cassette of the music, including the responses and a copy will be sent to each parish of Western Australia and to each school. The cassette and music of "God of Peace" may be purchased at Pellegrini's

or Gatto's.

Before long, the Peopie's Order of Service booklets will contain the congregation's version of

all the music, including responses.

ARCIC chairman in Perth

$1.2 million, and that's being spent very carefully

on office staff, setting up programs -- all the dayto-day administration. "Now we need to pay for things like architectural design and construction of the eight altars, for all the equipment for the Mass gatherings for miles of bani ca ding, and sound and lighting systems to cater for the biggest crowds ever seen in Australia. "On top of that there are legal fees, rental, freight, government duties, insurance and maintenance, and a dozen other things you never think of, Mons Walsh added. For example, the selection and training of choirs for the Papal Masses and other functions, even though volunteers aren't paid, still involves a cost to the Church. ·We will be staging 38 events at 31 different venues for an audience of a million and a half to two million people. ·'We couldn't have achieved what we have without our volunteers

and sponsors. "Very generous assistance is coming from peop le - and not only Catholics - who really believe there will lasting spiritual benefits from the pope's visit", Mons Walsh said. "If we can provide the right atmosphere, anything is possible. "It's worth any amount if the Holy Father's coming can kindle a genuine desire for peace." This second national appeal will be again coordinated by the Knights of the Southern Cross. Donation envelopes and posters are being prepared and distributed to every church and Mass centre in Australia. As well as the parish collection on Sunday, September 14, individual donations will he received by any branch of the ANZ bank from October 1 to December I.

Posters giving the Papal Visit Fund account number will be displayed in all ANZ banks.

GLENDALOUGH FUNCTION

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The Anglican Archbishop of Perth Dr Peter Carnley (left) and Archbishop Foley were among the group which listened to Bishop Cormac Murphy-O'Connor, Catholic co-chairman of the Anglican Roman Catholic international Commission.

Reconciliation a great need

One of the items on the agenda of AR CIC II was the reconciliation of the Catholic and Anglican ministries, the Catholic co-chairman Bishop Gormac Murphy-O'Connor of of unity which could be used by local Churches as they England told a Perth move by stages to full comecumenical gathering muruon last week. The bishop did not know

The Catholic Worship Book is the source of most of the music the people will sing at the Mass of Pope John Paul on November 30.

The Statement on Ministry from ARCIC I had created an entirely new situation from that prevailing when Pope Leo XIII issued his decision that Anglican Orders were invalid, he said The members of ARCIC II also have the exciting task of working out various models

when they would reach full communion but he said that there were no plans for an ARCIC III nor IV. ARCIC II was to complete the task He concluded by quoting what he saw as the key words on ecumenism in

Vatican II "There can be no ecumenism worthy of the

name without a change of

heart."

Such renewal was of the utmost importance in this

incredible, unique time in

the history of the world and the history of the Church as it branches out in new ways to do God's will

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Music for the Papal Mass at Belmont Park Sunday, November 30th 1986 will be: 1.

ENTRANCE SONG Come, 0 Jesus. Come, 0 Lord - Connolly/McAuley, Catholic Worship Book # 658 [or Living Parish Hymnal # 135] 2. ORDINARY OF THE MASS (Lord have Mercy, Holy Holy, Lamb of God) - Colin Smith, C.F.C. CW.B. # 537 3. RESPONSE TO PSALM Let us go Rejoicing (Verses will be sung by soloist or ensemble) Marie Kremer CW.B.# 172 4. ALLELUIA (Verse will be sung by soloist or ensemble) -Colin Mawby C.W.B. # 551 5. PROCESSION OF GIFTS AND FAMILY-CARING CEREMONY By the Love Gregory Norbert, O.S.B./ Mary D.Callahan, O.S.B. Glory and Praise III, # 254 6. PREPARATION OF THE GIFTS O Come, 0 Come Emmanuel-Traditional 7. AFTER COMMUNION Sing a New Song (Cosmic Praise) - Connolly/McAuley C.W.B. # 805 [or Living Parish # 153] 8. FINAL SONG The God of Peace - Kelly/Willcock

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Guest Editorial

The Catholic Weekly Sydney

Decline Big seminary slowing down plan by

The Catholic Bishops of Australia are quite right in demanding from the Human Rights Commission an end to the confusion concerning the rights of the newborn baby to be protected from euthanasia though it be PARIS (NC) -- Dissident French severely handicapped. No sensible Christian Archbishop Marcel Lefebvre could ever support the destruction of a living plans to open a major seminary human being on the grounds of it being in southern France during defective. Similarly, the people of God are � Pope John Pauls H's trip to the firmly opposed to the killing of children VATICAN CITY (NC) region of Paray-le-Monial and The worldwide decline in before they are born. Taize in October. the number of Catholic But it would be wrong to see Catholic Christians Archbishop Lefebvre, whose priests is slowing and as being preoccupied with the negative. ordinations are rising, movement has rejected liturgiCatholics generally are concerned with said a Vatican study. cal and other changes of the saying "yes" to rights. But they like to begin However, the study also second Vatican Council, was shows a continuing gloat the beginning; rights begin with the start suspended from his priestly bal decrease in the ratio of life. ministry by the Vatican in 1976 of priests to other CatholAttempts at obfuscation and trivialisation will ics. after he ordained not obscure the basic truth that babies, born In 1984, the last year priests against Vatand unborn, must come first when we start for which complete figican orders. ures are available, there to lay down a Bill of Rights. The seminary will were 405,959 priests. What would a Catholic Bill of Rights declare? accommodate 120 This is a decrease of Surely the right to life would be the initial students. The first 40 1964 from 1983 and a right, for this would be the very foundation drop of 27,130 from seminarians will for any just society. For discussion's sake, let 1973. arrive in September There were 6333 ordius propose a projected "Catholic Bill of from France, Austranations to the priesthood Rights" to see whether we could make a lia, white South Africa in 1984, an increase of and Zimbabwe. better contribution to our young society, 123 over the previous quickly moving as it is to the Third Millenyear. nium. The ratio of priests to 1. All human persons, from the moment of other Catholics in 1984 The seminary will be conception, possess the inalienable right to was one per 2069 comcalled St Cure d'Ars, live and shall be guarded against any pared to the 1983 ratio of after St John Mary attempt to destroy or pervert that life and one per 2032. The 1973 Vianney, patron saint whoever attempts or commits abortion, ratio was one per 1586. of parish priests infanticide or euthanasia shall be guilty of Ordinations have risen The pope will travel to a crime. steadily since 1979 when BEIJING: A Chinese France to commemo2. The right to pursue happiness and worship the yearly total reached a Catholic priest has their divine creator to achieve the full rate the 200th annilow 5765. But the rise flowering of that life shall be possessed by been sentenced to of the saint's versary still falls far short of the all human persons regardless of racial birth. He will visit Ars, serve 14 years, on top recent record of 7169 characteristics, colour or creed, and no ordinations in 1973. a village near the of an already comattempt to deny that right shall be lawful. At the same time, the southern city of pleted 24 years. 3. The right of a human family to live together number of priests who Lyons Father Vincent Zhu in harmony and peace shall be a fundamenleft the active ministry tal right as shall their ri ht g to a minimum Hongsheng, 72 was has decreased steadily income for their labours ensure peace with first jailed in 1955 for since 1973. justice. The highest figure was The Benedictine Abbey defying edicts forbid4. A mother of children shall have the right 3690 in 1973, more than ding the distribution at broke with Flavigny to have protected her domestic role as the double the 1984 figure of of Holy Communion. the order and the carer for her children. 1049. He is now serving 5. Children shall have the right to a proper Church in 1976 in During the same period upbringing and education so that as adu#ts protest over "dis- another sentence for the number of priests they can, with a mature sense of responorders" that followed "counter-revolutionwho died remained siility, b follow their vocation and choose Vatican II. However activities". steady at about 7000 per ary their state in life. the 65 monks have year. Father Hongsheng is 6. The family is entitled to full protection as now returned to the The number of major the foundation of society. being held in Shanghai Church. The village seminarians has risen 7. A II aged persons must have the right to live prison and is said to be almost 17,000 between also shelters a conout their life in proper dignity and with a doing well. The gover1973 and 1984. The vent with 35 nuns standard of living sufficient to their needs nor of the prison has 1973 figure is 63,795 who observe the preand due consideration for their spiitual r and the 1984 figure is said the priest may Vatican II Tridentine requirements. 80,302. 8. All handicapped persons must have the practise his religion. rite. right to proper care and consideration and education to ensure they are not denied life's opportunities.

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MOSCOW: A new Metropolitan of Leningrad and Novgorod has been appointed to succeed Metropolitan Anthony, who died in May.

He Is Metropolitan Alexi of Tallin and Estonia, who, after Patriarch Pimen, is the longest serving member of the Russian Orthodox Holy Synod and will become acting head of the Church when the Patriarch dies and until a successor is selected. Metropolitan Alexi is reputedly a firm supporter of the Soviet government.

The world

New sentence for priest in China

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Despite the fact that the Chinese government is taking a more relaxed stance on religious practice, it remains party policy that "religion is the

Anglican reception for hostage priest

There is nothing silly about Catholics attempting to draw up a charter of human rights. Pope John Paul II says:

"The Church, an expert in humanity, faithful to the signs of the times, and in obedience to the pressign call of the last (Second Vatican) Council, wishes to continue today her missino of faith and defence of human rihts. g She calls upon Christians to commit themselves to the construction of a more just humane and habitable world, which is not shut up withi nitself, but open to God." The Holy Father goes on to ask us to make every effort in order that there will be • No children without sufficient food, education or instruction and no young people without a suitable preparation. • No peasants without land, workers illtreated or deprived of their rights, no systems that permit the exploitation of man by man or by the State; no corruption, no persons living in super-abundance while others lack everything; that there will not be so many families badly formed, broken, disunited, receiving insufficient care. R

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opium of the people," the vice-director of China's religious policy has said. The director of China's government department which formulates the policy on religion, Mr Jiang Ping. has written an article on the relationship between the Chinese Communist Party's religious policy and the Marxist theory of which religion, appeared in the party journal Honqi (Red Flag).

In it he states that "socialist society does not need, nor should it promote religion." He added that propganda in favour of atheism must continue, among especially young people.

LONDON: Former Wanneroo priest and Lebanon hostage Father Jenco prays with Rev Benjamin (right) another hostage released by Shi'ite extremists in October, and Dr Runcie, Archbishop of Canterbury. Father Jenco also met the pope in Rome. The pope asked pilgrims at Castelgandolfo on Sunday to pray for the release of all other hostages in Lebanon. "I must tell you of my profound joy and emotion in meeting dear Father Ienco, freed after 19 months of imprisonment, " he said.

Jiang made references in his article to members of the Communist Party who attempted to explain Marxism from a religious standpoint.

Founder of airport scheme dies In Lourdes

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KNOCK (Ireland): The priest who attracted world wide attention by organising an international airport for' the famous Marian shrine has died in Lourdes aged 75. Monsignor James Horan, who became parish priest of Knock in 1963 following years of work in England and other parts of Ireland said the depressed area of Ireland in which he served needed the boost of an airport.

Mons Horan

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"I saw Lourdes and how

Dean dies at age 93 VATICAN CITY: The statuesque cardinal who delivered the panegyric at the funerals of two popes, has himself died at the age of 93. Cardinal Carlo Confalonieri became dean of the college of cardinals in 1977 and thus presided over the funeral of Pope John Paul VI and his successor Pope John Paul I. Pope John Paul II visited him just a few days before his death. He was ordained a priest while serving at the front during World War I. He was awarded the Cross of Merit for courage under fire.

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Trappers supported OTTAWA (NO) -Catholic and Anglican bishops in northern Canada say they support Indian fur rappers against camPaigns threatening their livelihoods. In a statement issued in July, the bishops urged the Canadian government to expand the domestic and international fur markets and to press the European Economic Community to lift its ban on seal products. The bishops said an anti-fur campaign in Europe and clsewhere "poses a direct threat to aboriginal peoples

and their way of life in the North."

Contrary to charges made by campaign activists, aboriginal peoples are not out to destroy the animal population," the bishops said

They said that in response

to a massive campaign

against seal hunting, the European Economic Community banned imports of baby seals. "As a result, the market for all seal products were destroyed," the bishops said "This, in turn, has had a devastating effect on many Inuit communities in the Arctic as well as many foundlanders on the East Coast." The bishops said communities have suffered a dramatic drop in annual income, and "many indigen-

New-

ous sealers have been forced to abandon the land as a way of life." They said aboriginal peoples, such as the Inuit, have a close bond with the land and animal life because of their cultural and spiritual traditions, and their approach to harvesting wildlife was designed to protect those traditions.

The anti-fur campaign, therefore, violates the dignity of aboriginal peoples and some of their deeply felt cultural and spiritual traditions," they said. The sudden decline in the fur trade has led to "chronic levels of unemployment for

most northern communities," they said, and the suicide rate in native communities was more than six times the national average.

an airstrip had transformed the local economy. There will be no economic development until we get a proper infrastructure," he said. Sceptics and bureaucrats threw scorn on the idea of building a major airport in the middle of one of Europe's most depressed regions. Having already built a new basilica at the Knock shrine, Mons Horan was determined to see the project become reality.

□□□ The completion of the airport at a cost of over $20 million of Government money was seen by many people outside the western counties of Connacht as an extra-vagant white elephant. Smart folk in Dublin suggested the project had only been sanctioned to consolidate the block vote of Fianna Fail in the west. Mons Horan was depicted as a cunning country priest playing the political game to bring aggrandisement to the shrine. Despite fierce criticism, an airport was shaped from a small bog plateau near Knock. However, in 1983, the coalition government of Garret FitzGerald decided to stop the funds, after providing $20 million.

DOD Mons Horan faced his greatest challenge - he still needed $5 million. He rose to the challenge, confounding all his critics with his entrepreneurial skill. He raised over $5 million in public subscriptions from Britain, Ireland, and America. The project still needs $3 million to secure its future.

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Derry, Canon Charles

McKeone, ordered three Sinn Fein representatives out of the grounds of the local Church of the Assumption where they were making a collection. Canon McKeone explained later he had taken action solely on the basis of Church Law and

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$Cho0l's Success

No doubt all dolphins at Atlantis Marine Park are wondering "whatever happened to Michael Hill?" Michael was to be seen playing, cavorting, and watching the dolphins intently last year in their pool.

studies but no work had been done on this

by COLLEEN HOWARD

But it wasn't simply fun! He was into some serious business of preparing to become a WA finalis r the second time (previously in 1983), for the BHP Science Prize'. Michael won the Canberra trip this year with fellow Sacred Heart College student Simone van Aken who was also a finalist, along with two other Western Australian students.

The dolphin studies undertaken at Yanchep's Atlantis, gave Michael the chance to gain some insight into the behavioural patterns and noise factors of dolphins. Study on the bio-accoustics of the bottle nose dolphins was a fascinating experience in Itself for Michael. "You never get bored watching them," he said. "I used to stay in the pool with them until it was too cold." Michael chose the Atlantis dolphins as a study exercise, because they were a static and isolated group. "At first I had these wonderful ideas about recording them and then playing it back to them, but that could have had a detrimental effect on their behaviour and jeopardised the operation they were running at Atlantis," said Michael. Their sounds had been classified in previous

set, said Michael. So

he recorded their sounds with a hydrophone and with this "L described the sounds made, which I then

calculated and analysed," he said. "I also tried to find any direct correlation between behavioural patterns and sounds made at that time, but could not. However, intensity of physical activity did influence how much noise they made," said Michael. His previous BHP Science Prize win, entailed beach studies on the new Sorrento groynes. Michael, who is in year 11, is considering a career in the science field. Simone van Aken, also in year 11, won the Canberra trip for her project on plant regeneration after a bush fire. "My idea was to take a plot which was five metres by five metres in the burnt-out area after the Kings Park bush fire last year which went through the natural scrubland.

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English They come from all walks of life and from the four corners of the earth ... Businessmen, teachers, doctors and many other top-notch professions. All ages and sizes, too. And in the shadows of famous St Paul's OutsideThe-Walls they are all studying for the priesthood in an age when 'late vocations' have come of age so to

speak.

Since the new building of The Beda College was opened in 1960, 400 men have been ordained to the priesthood and are mostly serving in English parishes But Scotland, Wales and Ireland have also benefitted from the all-English speaking atmosphere of The

Beda

A recent trend has been the participation of external students - that is, religious Brothers who after many years on the missions or in monastenes, have decided they want to study for the

priesthood Of the 110 students at The Beda, about one-fifth come

from religious houses, especially Benedictines There is a "family atmosphere" about The Beda which is providing an invaluable service, especially for those for whom English IS their only language They can thus study in more or less a relaxed fashion and yet enjoy the international flavour of Rome and its history Brother Ken Single (50)

was an industrial electrician in South Africa before joining the Servites

"I find the studies here very interesting and the spirit of the college very open," he said. "One grows in awareness of how the other half lives." Brother Ken is a first-year student and will spend four

years doing theology, scripture, history, pastoral care and other subjects before ordination The background and expe rience of these men will add a solidity and matun@y to their work when they come to work in the par

"There's a tale of a boy and a dolphin..." Michael Hill frolics with his fishy friends.

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month since the young by LYN French woman, EuphAMES rasie Barbier founded the order of the Sisters of Our Lady of the On Sunday November 9 Missions. at Sacred Heart in Since then the Sisters Mary Street, Highgate, have educated thouformer pupils of the sands of students in all Sisters' schools will parts of the world, gather to exchange especially in Western memories with each Australia where they other and their former have taught at Highteachers. gate, Fremantle, Maylands, Palmyra, There will be a Mass in the Church at 2pm, Sorrento, Rockfollowed by a gatheringham, Applecross, ing in the school Wag in, Narrogin, grounds at 3pm. Tea Katanning and the and coffee will be proMotor Mission out of vided and ex-students Lake Grace. Many former pupils have are requested to bring gone on to make outa plate for afternoon standing contributions tea, and to wear a in the fields of religion, name-tag politics, the arts and Full records of past pupils .academic professions. , are not available and

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most women have changed their names, so it is hoped that anyone reading this will pass on the information to as many past pupils as possible. Any former students, whether able to attend the reunion or not, are requested to phone one of the numbers below, with name maiden (including name), current address and phone number, the school they attended and the year in which they left. Contacts are: Sister Xaverius OLM 443 1873 after 6pm; Lyn Ames (Andersen) 448 4898 afternoons; Eunice Tomlinson 341 3755; Mildred McKeown (Prendergast) 344 4930.

well-known spiritual writer, Father Jock Dalrymple of

Edinburgh Jock, who is in his third year, was educated at Ampleforth at a time when Cardinal Hume was Abbot of the monastery. He later studied history at Oxford, then went teaching in India for a year. He is als0

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"While still in my teens, I happened to stumble on two books in our old library The Faith of Our Fathers' by Cardinal Gibbons, and 'Authority' by Luke Rivington," he said. I read them avidly and soon began to have doubts about my position as an

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The family then is indeed a spiritual community. The family of one's origins primarily teaches how to feel and value life. It plays a strong role in sensitising us to the subtle beauties of life and the crying injustices. (Thomas Martin in Christian Family Values", Paulist Press, 1984.)

One must realise that as artists or business people, the success of one's accomplishments does not directly depend on the quality of one's family life. But the success of one's person, the beauty of one's spirit, is dependent on the quality of one's living beyond the self for others. This i swhere family can be of such value." (Thomas Martin in Christian Family Values', Paulist Press, 1984.)

The call and demands of the spirit resound in the very events of history and so the church can also be guided to a more profound understanding of the inexhaustible mystery of marriage and the family by the circumstances, the questions and the anxieties and hopes of the young people, married couples and parents of today." (Pope John Paul II, 1981 Apostolic Exhortation on the Family.)

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Parents lay the "basic foundations, the basement and first-floor stuff' in preparing children to face life courageously. James Kenny says. Parents 'encourage pre-talent skills. A goal of parenting is to encourage children to see themselves i npositive terms 'as good and beautiful persons." The children then will be able to tackle the future with the feeling they 'can do anything.'

How to encourage a child's talents -and a By Katharine parent's too Bird a training program for his father to follow. "L was never an athlete, but Joe kept saying, You can do it if you want to'," Kenny said.

Twice weekly his son called him from Indianapolis "to make sure I was doing all

right," Kenny added

Two years ago James Kenny ran his first 26mile marathon. His coach and partner for the marathon was Joe, his oldest son, the clinical psychologist said in an interview. "I could never have run the marathon without Joe," Kenny said, adding he would have quit the gruelling race at the 21-mile mark. Long before the marathon, his son, an experienced runner and a medical student, set up

The clinical psychologist told that story as an example of how children can help parents develop an unexplored talent. Parents spend so much time encouraging children to develop differ ent talents that it's neat to turn the tables sometimes It's a kind of 'quiet reci procity," Kenny commented Acid rock music is another area where youths can teach parents. Parents can learn a lot if they are willing to go beyond the "salacious words to see where the rock star is coming from," Kenny suggested

When children see parents respect their expertise in some area, it helps them

develop self-confidence, Kenny said. Children pick up the message "if my parents listen to me I must be OK." He and his wife Mary are the parents of 12 children and the authors of "Family Talk, a weekly syndicated

column Kennv is convinced that parents lay the "basic foundations, the basement and first-floor stuff in preparing children to face life courage ously Parents "encourage pre-talent skills.," he said

□□□ A goal of parenting is to

encourage children to see themselves in positive terms "as good and beautiful persons," Kenny said. Then children will be able to tackle the future with the feeling they 'can do any

thing." The family is in a unique position to do this since "it's there 24 hours a day, seven days a week," the counselor added Kenny also talked about what he considers some

hazards parents need to keep in mind AII children have special abilities, but often children in the same family have quite different talents, he observed. One child might show talent in several sports while another might not, talent demonstrating instead in another area The hazard is that children may think they have to excel exactly as a sibling does "to please parents," Kenny con tinued. Parents can head this off by showing children that each is equally valuable in their eyes If a child has a special gift "to make instant friends with anyone," Kenny said, the parents can get across to

The family inside out By

Dolores Leckey

A family I knew when I was a young woman provided clues to the way I hoped our own family might grow. Ive written elsewhere about them -about a man and woman who built a house in the woods. "They gave life to their children there, and taught them many things: psalms and poems and stories of great men and women. They taught their children respect for the intellectual, for the spiritual life and for the life of manual labour. The man is dead now, and his grown children are spread far and wide. They are lawyers and writers, carpenters and artiss, politicians, business persons and parents. They are caring citizens in a variety of communities." ("Sacred Shelters", by Dolores

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Leckey, in "Living with Apocalypse", edited by Tilden Edwards, Harper and Row.) What did I see in that family? First, an atmosphere. It valued creativity and the exploration of different kinds of work: the work of the home and the world's work. Sons joined their mother in bread baking and the mother encouraged her artist son to find a corner of the house to serve as his studio. Politics, carpentry, literature, music -- all were present.

□□□ That was not all. The prayer of the church, the great sweep of the Psalms, wove in and out of the ordinary family routine. And there was the parents' prayer for the family, mother and father entrusting each child and the whole family to God. This occasioned one of my earliest insights into ministry within the family. I learned from these friends how children can be a means by which parents learn of trust the trust among family

members and ultimately

trust in God.

There was an occasion when I was distressed because family finances precluded sending our children to the new Montessori school, the first in our area. I expressed great worry about this to my friend. She wisely asked if I thought that God, who is so good, had preordained only certain ways for the development of our families. As I recall it, she said: "You need to trust that God will be with you when it comes to doing what is best for your children."

Her attitude encouraged my husband and me to undertake the Montessori methods at home something we enjoyed as much as the children did. Now that our own children are grown, I see how certain beliefs influenced us all. Among these is the conviction that the family is a primary place for coming to see that all are called by God to contribute to the world because of - who we are, that is, compassionate, ethical, spiritually "tuned-in" persons;

- and what we do, how

we use our talents.

I believe a key to the family's vocation is in the training and support of the different members particular vocations. In a way, each one is on mis

sion. When I think of our own children now one in the theatre, another digging in an archaeological site, another teaching history, another translating Russian -I see them on mission, committed to principles of peace, justice, harmonious living; committed, I would say, to God's kingdom.

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The Christian family also is called to care for some human need in the wider community. This is not to say that each family member must work in a soup kitchen or tutor refugees. For when any family members minister to others, they act on behalf of the whole family as well as themselves. Finally, the family is the natural place for learning to move beyond limited private goals for the good of all. If the lesson is learned well, the church and society are enriched.

the child that this is a handy personal trait to have Kenny cautioned parents to keep an eye on what's happening when children participate in competitive events. Too much of the world has the overly compe titve attitude that 'dog eats dog and my advancement is at your expense,'' he

observed Kenny for example, likes

to see children take part in several sports "just for fun."

Sports should help youths "develop the gifts God gave them, to be full wellrounded persons Kennv stressed how vlua

ble it is for children to see their parents up front when they perform, whether it'sin sports, in a band or in play Having this kind of parental support encourages youths to do their best and to keep improving, the family life

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August 1986

A Publication of the Catholic Education Office of Western Australia

Volume 3 Number 3

Commission consults on al 15 year plan

Community members are invited to comment on a suggested program to meet the requirements for Catholic school facilities through to the year 2000 which has been released by the Catholic Education Commission on the advice of its Schools Resources Committee.

Catholic Education 2000 sets out a program

Tally Ho, Chaps

Kristy Chapman and Jackie Herring, both year 10 students from Telfer, enjoy going to school at New Norcia Catholic College for lots of reasons. Not least among them is the college's horse management course. New Norcia is one of only a handful of schools in WA at which students can board their own horses for recreational purposes as well as learn about their animals' proper care and management. New Norcia has traditionally served the needs of students from rural areas of the state. Young people from the Goldfields, the wheatbelt and from the remote reaches of the Kimberley choose to attend New Norcia because of its Christian ethos and values, its special cuniculum programs such as agriculture and carpentry, and because for many it has become a family tradition. An extensive development program is underway at New Norcia which aims to lift enrolment from 140 students to 240 by 1988. Classroom and boarding facilities have already been upgraded in the first stage of a refurbishment program being directed by the college's new principal, St Therese Marie Fleming, and its new board chairman, Terry O'Connor.

Regional planning groups beefed up The operation of metropolitan regional coordinating committees is to be strengthened through the implementation of several new procedures which have been adopted by the Catholic Education Commission. These regional coordinating committees will now report to the Schools Resources Committee which provides advice to the Catholic Education Commission on school planning and other resource matters.

Membership Membership in each of the metropolitan regions has been expanded to include a member of the Schools Resources Committee and an officer of the CEO School Facilities Section who will service the committee.

Committees will meet at least once each term.

History Regional coordinating committees were established in 1976 to provide more local input into planning decisions in re gard to the provision of Catholic education.

Planning Proposals

The committees were also formed to provide a mechanism by which planning proposals could be examined by surround-

of new school development, expansion of existing schools and possible rationalizations over the next 15 years. "Catholic Education 2000 is not a static program. It will be modified each year as new information and data come to light and are incorporated into this planning document,' said Bishop Peter Quinn, Commissioner and Chairman of the Schools Resources Committee.

nges in enrolment patterns in existing schools. In the last year or two. however, not all committees have operated effectively. In many cases these committees did not receive sufficient support from the Catholic Educalion Office.

Additional places According to the report. more than 5700 additional primary places and 5600 secondary student places will be required in new or existing Catholic schools by the turn of the century. The cost of providing these places in both new

The Catholic Education Commission is concerned that the proposed Bill of Rights contains a number of provisions which are contrary to the Catholic Church's view on the rights of schools, parents and children.

Regional coordinating committee membership

Letter

In his letter to schools, the Director noted that it is very difficult to predict what impact the Bill may have on a number of crucial areas. He encouraged schools to support the call of the Australian Episcopal Conference for more consideration and perhaps some revision of

and existing schools is estimated at 964M.

out.

Proposed Bill of Rights causes • mayor concerns

The Commission asked the Director of Catholic Education. Dr Peter Tannock. to write to all schools advising them of the Commission's reservations and to suggest that they discuss the matter with their school Membership in each of the regional coordinating board and communities. committees will consist of: Schools were also asked • Princp i al of each school in the region to consider writing to the • Board member from each school in the region Attorney-General and to • Representative of the zone of priests their federal members of • Representative of each order which owns a school parliament expressing in the region any reservations they may • Member of the Schools Resources Committee have to the proposed Bill. • CEO School Facilities Officer

ing schools most likely to be affected by them. The Perth metropolitan area was divided into six regions, each with its own coordinating committee responsible for making recommendations in regard to new school developments, expansions, rationalizations and cha-

"The document will be more relevant in its final form which will include responses of members of the Catholic community," Bishop Quinn pointed

the Bill before it is enacted.

Especial concerns Some of the more specific provisions and omissions of the Bill which are of especial concern are: • omission of protection for the unborn; • provisions relating to rights of parents and children vis-a-vis each other: • provisions relating to rights of parents in respect of the educalion of their children: • provisions and omissions relating to industrial relations: • omission of the right to own property. The Australian Catholic Primary Principals' Association at its national conference last week ex pressed its opposition to the Bill in its present form.

Bishop Peter Quinn Chairman SRC Committee

Population decline Several metropolitan areas have been identified as likely to suffer a decline in population. These areas include the City of Stirling, some parts of the City of Melville and parts of the City of Perth. Schools in these areas may need to consider rationalizations of student places. The proposals in Catholic Education 2000 are based on population growth trends. residential land planning, and other demographic studies.

Copies Copies of the report have been sent to schools, parishes and major superiors of order-owned schools. Additional copies may be obtained from the Catholic Education Office.

Submissions Submissions related to Catholic Education 2000 should be forwarded to the Commission by 30 September.

Information For further information contact Wendy Pullin. Acting Coordinator. CEO School Facilities Section.

The long, hard road to success

"I have shown that it is possible for Aboriginal people to become teachers but in order to succeed you need determination and a belief in the importance of education," said Edie Wright. Edie has just graduated as a teacher from Signadou College (Canberra) and is now year 6 teacher at Holy Rosary School (Derby). This determination and commitment was reflected by Andrew Sampi, another newly graduated

Many cannot leave their community because of cultural and social reasons and even if they do leave, adapting to life in Perth can be an uphill battle. "I undertook my teacher training in Derby through external studies

4; WA Week celebrated

Catholic schools across the state celebrated WA week in early June. Typical of programs organized in many schools was that prepared by the staff at Yidarra Catholic Primary School (Bateman). In a week packed with activities year 5 students held a WA quiz in preparation for their study of gold. Students in years 1,4 and 5 took part in a construction activity during which they "built WA together." Year 2 students held damper bakes and children from year 4 visited the "Gold Discovery" display at the Art Gallery. The highlight of the week was a Folk Dance Fiesta. All classes demonstrated dances from other countries and students and audience together participated in a grand finale performance of the Australian Birdie Dance. Cooeee!

Andrew Sampi, Teacher Djarindjin Lombadina Catholic School "I found it very difficult to commit myself to both teaching and studying.' she said. "I was not doing justice to either myself or the children so I decided alto commit myself to • Edie Wright, Teacher study." Andrew's teacher trainHoly Rosary School (Derby) ing was very different teacher who is now teach- from Signadou College," from Edie's experience. ing at Djarindjin Lomba- Edie said. "I attended the course dina Catholic School. run by the WA College of "Lecturers from Can"When I decided to Advanced Education's become a teacher I knew berra came a number of annexe in Broome," he times to give intensive my aims and I knew I had said. and we also had a to be committed because input "I had to leave Lombacourse coordinator in so many people were dina and live in Broome Derby." relying on me,.. he said. for three years which was "My commitment was For the first 18 months very difficult to adjust to. not just for myself, but for of the course Edie was "The course did not the children and for the working as a teaching just involve gaining a community.' assistant at Holy Rosary qualification but was a For Aboriginal people. School but in the final 18 period of social and personal development for becoming a teacher is a months she studied fullme. long and difficult process. time.

Reaching for gold While the rest of Australia pinned its hopes for international gold medals on Commonwealth Games athletes last month, students at La Salle College (Viveash) were cheering for their own international sporting representative. Kingsley Bugarin, a year 12 student at La Salle, was on his way to Gottenberg, Sweden, to compete in swimming events at the Blind World Championships. Already Kingsley has won 27 gold medals, 20 silver and one bronze in international and national competitions. He was one of Australia's youngest representatives at the Disabled Olympics in the USA two years ago. where he won Kingsley will be comtwo silver medals and one peting in five events in bronze. Sweden and is expected Kingsley was selected to do well. for the Australian team Since his selection for earlier this year when he the Australian team in competed in a national January, Kingsley has competition in Adelaide been spending four hours and broke his own pre- a day in training. In the vious record for breast week before his departure stroke. for Sweden he spent an

"Iknew lhad a lot to say but I didn't have the skills to express myself. Now I can express my ideas and thoughts and I feel an obligation to express myself about Aboriginal education issues."

Role models Both Edie and Andrew view themselves as role models for other Aboriginal people. "It is really important to us, as Aboriginal people. to see that we have the ability and determination to succeed." Edie said. "Sometimes it is more imporant, or just as important, to do something for other people. I have become a teacher not just for my own self-accomplishment but also as an example to others." This achievement for others is echoed by Andrew: "Children see everything around them and now, through me, they see that Aboriginal people can do things that might previously have been seen as impossible.'

Education for

Aborigines

Kingsley Bugarin intensive training period at the Australian Institute of Sport in Canberra. Kingsley has been champion swimmer in his age division for four years at La Salle and regularly competes and wins against sighted members of his swimming club.

"Education is important for survival in a predominantly white society but it must be appropriate for Aboriginal children," Edie said. "As teachers we cannot merely pepetuate the values and ideas of white education because they have no meaning to Aborigines. "We need to teach our children as Aboriginal children and not as white children but also give them a choice of following the traditional way of life or Western life." Giving Aboriginal peopie a chance to decide things for themselves is. for Andrew, an important role of education. "Most importantly, in giving education to our children we must not lose what is uniquely Aboriginal," he said.

Bateman parents enthusiastic about school Yidarra Catholic Primary School (Bateman). one of Perth's newer schools, is not only a great place for children: ifs pretty good for their parents too.

man residents Joanna and Trevor Roper (above) whose two boys. Mark and Stephen. have attended the school since it opened in 1985. Joanna and Trevor were among many parents who visited the school during WA Week to watch their children participate in the Folk Dance Fiesta. Trevor and Joanna praised the staff s enthusiasm and skill in helping their children explore and expand themselves as spiritual persons. "The school has taught the boys respect for their faith. themselves and for others,' said Joanna. "At the same time it has included parents in its care through spiritual growth programs. "Parents have also been encouraged to develop school community spirit. Most of the parents have helped with things such as establishing the school gardens," she said.

A transportation display prepared by students was a part of Yidarra's WA Week program.

Country schoolsjoin in WA Week festivities Catholic schools in country areas also celebrated WA week. Students at St Brigid's Primary School (Bridgetown) made up bunches of flowers to present to shoppers and businesses to mark Friendship Day. John Borserio, principal of St Brigid's, said the childrens' efforts had been so well received by the town's residents that he expected it would be continued next year. "We thought it was a good idea to thank the businesses and townspeople for their support of the school." he said. Pictured are year 1 students Brook Minotti and Timothy Haynes. lined up and ready to go with their basket of flowers.

Bright future forecast

Tour of

. living in "Actually Japan with a Japanese family has taught me so much about these people, their cultureand traditions and their way of life," said Tara Dillon, a year 11 student at lona Presentation College (Mosman Park). Tara wasoneof22year 11 and 12 students from lona who visited Japan during the Christmas holidays.

quite proficient in the language," said Claire Mallon. "I also learned about the Japanese people. For example, holding a door open with your foot is considered di respectful to your hands which should do the job. "This is the kind of thing that you can only learn and understand if you actually experience it and take part in everyday life."

schools has a bright future according to its acting coordinator, Dr Richard McSweeney. Dr McSweeney was chairman of a working party set up earlier this year to develop an establishment plan for the new service. This plan was accepted by the Catholic Education Commission at its July meeting.

Adelle Bonadeo and Claire Mallon.

Sisters find time capsule

Lessons

"For the first three weeks we took part in lessons at Immaculate Heart College in Kagoshima." Tara said. "The remaining two weeks were spent with our host families and we became part of their lives for a short time."

Above Sr Beverley Connors, Sr Loreto Gray and Sr

When "Rosmunde" was pulled down in late May of this year. the Sisters of the Good Shepherd found a time capsule in the foundation, put there in 1909.

Japanese studies "Few Australians speak Japanese although we have close economic associations with the country, said Adele Bonadeo who also went on the trip. "Ithinkit's important for us to learn Japanese at school so that we can communicate with our trading partners." Iona has been offering Japanese studies for seven years. More than 100 students from years 8 to 12 study the subject

The Department of Transport's Road Safety Competition was won by a year 10 student from Iona Presentation College (Mosman Park). Elizabeth Moran's essay, entitled Spon-

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Language "Being in Japan for five weeks speaking.Japanese all the time has realty helped me to become

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focused on cycle safety. As state winner Elizabeth won $500 and a Commodore 64 computer for the school.

The time capsule. a Hayward's Military Pickle jar, contained a document listing all the names of the sisters who were at the Convent of the Good Shepherd at the time Rosmunde was established as the "first Catholic industrial school for girls in Western Australia." "The names of six "industrial students''are also given. The document says that there were then 102 girls and women resident in the Convent.

Religious medals Inside the pickle jar were various religious medals, all in excellent condition. A copy of the Record from the period was also found. It contained some advertisements for corsets which are quite hilarious by todays standards.

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Another piece of paper was found. stuck between two bricks. apparently placed there by some of the bricklayers working on the building: J. Rice, Walter Schmidt and W. Minke. It is dated 13 February 1909. While the paper was unprotected. placed between the two bricks, it probably survived because of Perth's very dry climate. The Convent of the Good Shepherd has been transferred to the Arch-

Joan Paul with contents of time capsule. Below is a section of document.

diocese of Perth for development as the Catholic Education Centre. "Rosmunde.'a small building on the northwest corner of the property. was used for some years by the Catholic Institute before being pulled down as part of the re-development program. A new convent for the Sisters is currently under construction on the Good Shepherd site.

Talk on accreditation Teach er accreditation will be the topic of a lecture hosted by the WA Institute of Education Administrators on 25 August. Members of the public and of the Institute are invited to hear Professor William Taylor, ViceChancellor of Hull University speak on this topic at 8.00 pm in WAITs Hollis Lecture Hall.

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ciation of Independent Schools and other nongovernment schools.

Appointments

Dr McSweeney said that three staffing app ointments had been made and that recruiting is continuing. "Because some appointees are not able to start immediately, interim arrangements for helping schools have been made,' Dr McSweeney said. The importance attached to the service was emphasized by the chairman of the Commission. Dr Peter Tannock. who said that extra care was being taken with the selection of personnel. "Appointments will be made only if the appliDr Richard McSweeney cants are completely The service has been suitable for the positions," funded by a State Gov. said Dr Tannock. "Otherernment grant made in wise the jobs will be left response to a request by open until suitable candithe Commission for an dates can be found." improvement to the The Commission will guidance service already provide the service to all provided to Catholic non-government schools schools by the WA Eduin the Perth metropolitan cation Department area and in the large It is to be shared by all regional centres of Alnon-government schools bany. Bunbury, Gerald ton and will be managed by a and Kalgoorlie. Schools in Broome will receive periodic visits from officers of the new service, with emergency services being provided by WA Education Department officers. In other locations where there are both government and non-government schools the Education Depart ment will continue to provide a guidance service. Dr McSweeney said that the rationalization of guidance services should meet the requirements of all non-government school students.

Religion class sparks

Aranmore-Aid Following in the well

trodden paths of Band Aid and Live Aid, year 10 students at Aranmore College (Leederville) have staged their own function to raise funds for famine relief in Africa.

The students' interest in the African problem was stimulated by a video shown as part of a religious education class.

Proceeds to Africa appeal

As a result of the discussion which followed, the students organized a disco with the proceeds donated to the African appeal. With assistance from Aranmore teachers. Sr Kerry Willison and Brendan McKeague, the students formed a committee

Aid organizers Yancy Marchesi and Kim Moscarda.

to organize the dance. Everything from decor· ations to music was arranged by the students.

Organizers Nancy Marchesi and Kim Moscarda were enthusiastic about the response to the disco.

Publicity

"It started out with only a few of us being interested. but now most of the year 1Os are involved. It's brought the year 10s together." said Kim.

The year l O students also staged a publicity program to alert other students in the school to the problem of famine.

Numbers, numbers and more numbers Interested in some facts and figures about Catholic schools, students or staff? If so, Ann Dick is the person to see. Ann is the CEO's number one numbers woman. Ann heads the Catholic Education Office's Research and Statistics Section which is responsible for collecting and analyzing information about Catholic school operations.

of their time and energy.

Grateful

"Tm very grateful for the prompt way in which principals, board members and other school personnel complete our requests for information," Ann said. Ann explained that information about students and teachers helps in determining staff student ratios, class sizes, and long-service leave entitle ment.

Questionnaires

Principal Ron Saulsman and teacher Alma Clarke, St Vincent's School (Medina)

School-based teacher development project underway An innovative program for extending the professional expertise of teachers in Catholic primary schools is now underway. The Resource Colleague Project aims to encourage teacher development through school based curriculum activities which are selected and taught by teachers themselves. Funds have been provided to give release time of up to one day per week to individual teachers to prepare and conduct professional development programs for their fellow staff members. In a few cases schools have elected to recruit specialists from outside the school.

Curriculum Among the curriculum areas chosen by the 37 schools participating in the Project are computer studies. music, mathematics, language arts, drama, health. science and physical education. Jim Smith, chairman of the Catholic Primary Principals' Association and principal of Lockridge Catholic Primary School, said he thought the concept of the Resource Colleague Project was "interesting" when he first heard about it.

Exciting "But in practice, it's proved an extremely practical and exciting way to provide professional development for teachers," he said. "The involvement of teachers who are preparing the programs has been very positive and the response from their colleagues who are participating in the programs has been enthusiastic. "In our own school, there is a lot of evidence to demonstrate that teachers understand each others' needs and can present programs to one another most effectively. They are on the same wavelength."

CEO involvement The Catholic Education Office is assisting the Project by conducting a series of workshops for

Medina project

The Resource Col league Project at St Vincent's School (Me dina) is typical of the other 36 project operating in Catholic prdmary schools. Medina teachers chose to implement a school-based music program because they felt this was an area in which nearly all staff lacked expertise.

the teachers who are preparing the programs. Denise Hallion. CEO Primary Education Consultant. said that the inservice programs had two key objectives.

Ann also assists other CEO officers in designing questionnaires and surveys for collecting data related to specific research projects. Ann is quick to point out that she doesn't collect information willy nilly.

Planning and funding information "We need the information for making crucial school planning decisions and in negotiating fund ing arrangements with governments," she said "The Commonwealth supports a number of special purpose programs

Pictured above are Ann Dick, Acting Senior Coordinator. CEO Research and Statistics, and Maureen Daws. CEO Divisional Clerk. which benefit Catholic schools, but we must supply accurate data in order for our schools to receive funding.'

Catholic School Enrolments 1976-1985 students

Cooperation • Of course, we could not supply this data without the cooperation of school authorities. They complete several important, sensitive survey documents each year which takes a great deal

Renewal program focuses on teaching as ministry Principals and senior staff in Catholic primary schools are being offered opportunities to participate in a staff renewal program aimed at expanding the spiritual dimension of teaching. The renewal program has been met with great enthusiasm by school staff. Program sessions held in recent weeks have been fully booked and three sessions scheduled over terms 3 and 4 are all standing room only. Sr Anna Warlow, CEO Professional Develop· ment Officer. said the response has been hearteni ng because of the time commitment staff must make to participate. Because it is a three-day, residential program, staff must give up after-school time, including weekends.

Colloquium Steering Group Ro Criddle Principa Liwara Catlolic Pris School

Called the Colloquium on the Ministry of Teaching. the program was developed by Catholic Denise Hallion education professionals working with primary and "The first is the prosecondary schools in the fessional development of eastern states. individual teachers, and the second is setting up a communication network among teachers involved in the same or similar curriculum areas," Denise said. The teachers have elected to ask for CEO assistance in areas such as policy writing. conducting inservices, managing resources and programming.

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Our Lady of Fatim School Sr Margaret Finlay Principal Loreto Primary School John Last Principal Langford Catholic Primary School Elizabeth McKenna Principal St Kieran's Primary School

together: "The word colloquium stresses the conversational character of the process. "It is a talking together after reflection on our lives, our hopes and aspirations, our ministry as teachers.

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Talking together Sr Anna described the colloquium as a talking

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The Resource Colleague Project is funded by the Commonwealth Government through the 1986 resource agreement negotiated on beh a If of group-funded Catholic schools in WA.

The graph below was prepared with information supplied by the CEO Research and Statistics Section.

"It is the task of all staff to ensure that the Catholic school is faithful to its spirit and mission. The colloquium helps teachers to meet this challenge by creating a better environment in which to

reshape curriculum to reflect Gospel values more clearly," Sr Anna said.

"We are ready for it," she said. "And the way it's caught on shows how much it is needed.

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Supportive process

The implementation of the colloquia is being managed by a steering group of primary principals. (See box.) Sr Margaret Finlay, a member of the steering committee and principal of Loreto Primary School (Nedlands}, said she thought this staff renewal program had come at a most fortuitous time.

"The colloquium is a very supportive, nonthreatening process which encourages individuals to think very deeply about themselves as persons, Sr Margaret said. Sr Margaret believes the program is particularly critical as more and more positions in Catholic schools are assumed by lay staff.

"I think the colloquium is especially useful in helping lay teachers re fleet on teaching as a mission of the Church. It is lay teachers who will carry on Catholic edu cation. I think this pro· gram will help them 'own the system," she said.

Expansion There are plans for the colloquium programs to be expanded to include more teachers next year. Colloquia may also be set up for parents and parish groups.

Productive year for primary principals

The Catholic Primary'Principals' Association of Western Australia continued to provide support for its city and country members during the past year, according to its chairman, Jim Smith. In his report to the Association's annual general meeting in Perth last month. Jim said the inclusion of programs on spiritual development and stress management at the Associations annual conference earlier in the year were the result of suggestions put foward by members. The Association also used the occasion of the annual general meeting to elect a new executive for 1987 headed by Patricia Higgs, principal of St Benedict's School (Ardross). Jim reported to the membership that during

the year the Association had been rep esented on a number of committees, including th Early Literacy Inservice Course Advisory Committee and the Accreditation Council. The WA group has also been an active member of the Australian Catholic Primary Principals Association and the Australian

Primary Principals Association.

Regular consultation

Horizons

The Association's executive held regular meetings with the Director of Catholic Education, Dr Peter Tannock, during the year. At these meetings issues such as teacher movement sys-

Employment Opportunities in Catholic Schools

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The Catholic Primary Principals Association of A new service for teachers and Catholic schools has been introduced by the Catholic Western Australia will have a new executive from the Education Office at the request of the Catholic Primary Principals' Association. The CEO beginning of 1987. The new office bearers elected at the Association's has begun regular publication of Horizons, a weekly intra-system publication detailing annual general meeting in Perth last month are: employment opportunities in Catholic schools in Western Australia. Patricia Higgs Principal, St Benedict's Chwirperson School (Ardross) Michael Smith Principal, Queen of Apostles School (Riverton) Secretary Si Mary O'Connor Principal, St Lawrance Treasurer Primary School (Balcatta) Committee Members John Borserio Principal, St Bendict's School (Ardross) Principal, St Jerome's School (Munster) Denis Ha Principal. John XXIII College (Graylands) Sr Clare Rat :rty Principal, St Brigid's Primary School (Lesmurdie) Prinicpal, Santa Clara School Sr Anne Lamey (Bentley) Principal, Whitford Catholic Sr Jiyan Dingle Primary School (Craigie) Principal, Our Lady of Good Anne Nol n Counsel School (Karinyup)

The primary purpose of Horizons is to assist teachers already employed in Catholic schools in finding positions in other Catholic schools -- if they are interested in changing jobs, that is.

Reception

The publication, which began in late July, has had a positive reception from principals and teachers. "Horizons gives teachers a big boost in selfesteem," said Robyn Masters, principal of Sacred Heart School (Goomalling). "Horizons shows our teachers that we think

New Aboriginal education advisory group formed Continuing recognition of the need for wide consultation in the area of Aboriginal education in Western Australia's Catholic schools has prompted the establishment of a new and expanded Aboriginal Catholic Education Advisory Committee.

The committee was established by the Catholic Education Commission in reponse to the concern and interest shown by many Aboriginal parents in the provision of a Catholic education which suited their children's needs. Membership of the committee includes Aboriginal parents, teachers and administrators from across the state. from as far north as Wyndham and as far south as Albany. Members have been invited to attend sessions where they will actively share experiences and ideas in seminars and workshops rather than sit in formal committee. Maria Bin Haji Ali of Wyndham has been elected chairperson of the Advisory Committee. Bev Yappo of Moora and Albert McNamara of Perth were elected deputy chairpersons. The new group already has been hailed by Aboriginal community leaders. Deputy Chairperson of the committee and administrator of an

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they are special and that we want them to stay within the Catholic sector." Robyn said. "It's increased my awareness and that of other principals and teachers of what's happening regarding the employment of teachers in Catholic schools.

Advertising easier "Horizons also makes advertising of vacancies easier for principals. We don't necessarily have to use expensive newspaper space. I've advertised one position in Horizons and within two weeks I had four applications," Robyn pointed out.

themselves and for the school and students." Mary said. "Moving from one school to another can improve teachers' chances for promotion and expand their professional experience. Changing schools can freshen and challenge a teacher. "Schools benefit because a new teacher can bring in ideas and invigorate the staff morale. Ifs good for children to have the occasional change of teacher." "We want to encourage reasonable teacher movement within the Catholic school sector and we don't want to lose good teachers from the Catholic system," Mary said.

Country areas

Pictured above are some members of the Aboriginal Catholic Education Advisory Committee. Aboriginal group in Moora, Bev Yappo, said she believed Aboriginal people should be consulted about the education of their children. "Many decisions are being made for Aboriginal people but not by Aboriginal people. This group is a further step to

involve us in decisions which affect us," she said. The Senior Coordinator of the Catholic Education Office's Special Services Section, Graham Green. said the group had been expanded from the former Advisory Committee on Aboriginal Education to become a more flexible

and widely representative body. "The group is a forum for increasing understanding of Catholic education within the Aboriginal community, as well as for obtaining and giving advice on current developme nts in Aboriginal education," he said.

Another objective of Horizons is to provide a better facility for the movement of teachers from country areas to metropolitan areas. Mary said that many excellent teachers provide service to country schools: "It would be good for the whole system if we Mary Power were able to reward them

ay Power. cEo son · ing Offificer who manages Horizons. said that there were severa 1 reasons be • ti , h.mne d th e put bl"ncatons inception. Turnover

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Information Mary reiterated that schools are the employing body. not the Catholic Education Office. Teachers interested in applying for jobs listed in Horizons should contact the school directly. Horizons is published weekly by the Staffing and Management Section and is circulated to schools. Principals who want to advertise in Horizons should contact Mary Power at the CEO.

Schools change names Catholic schools in Guildford and Ringer's Soak have begun third term with new names which reflect their Aboriginal character and community. The Guildford Education Centre has changed its name to Culunga Catholic Aboriginal School. The word culunga means children in the Nyoongah language of the local Aboriginal people. A change was approved for the former Ringer's Soak Catholic School. It has been renamed Bilir Ygawiwu Catholic School (Yaruman). Bilir ngauwiwu means spirit of God and Yaruman is the tribal name for Ringer's Soak.

PEP activities involve Pastoral care school community educates for life

John Paul College looks to the future

As pastoral care coordinator. Sr Anne Kavanagh stressed the importance of personal development: "We aim to help students develop emotionally and have the necessary skills to cope with life situations," she said. "pastoral care classes ers work as a team so that give the students an students are given indiviopportunity to express dual attention. "Our religious educatheir opinions, problems and concerns in small tion program aims to relate faith development groups, According to Sr Anne to life," said Sr Frances the informal pastoral care Maguire, deputy principal of students is an import- and RE coordinator "It's important for both ant part of the total program: "Taking an lay and religious to teach interest in each student RE so that students are and giving him or her given both perspectives. support and encourage- This entails a commitment is the responsibility ment by the school to of every teacher," she inservice teachers so that said. each person contributes to the development of students.

The co-educational secondary college at Kalgoorlie is the subject of this issue's Focus on Schools written by Jane Machin-Everill.

When the doors opened on the first day of school in 1984 John Paul College (Kalgoorlie) was born. The amalgamation of Christian Brothers' Col lege for boys and Prendiville College for girls began in 1982 when the Christian Brothers told the community that they could not continue to

provide personnel for all the administrative posi tions at CBC Kalgoorlie. In discussions which ensued the local community decided that they wanted one co-educational school. "Both religious orders believe it is vital to continue to support Catholic education in Kalgoorlie,' said Sr Frances Maguire, deputy principal. "Our new role is to support lay staff in maintaining the unique quali

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ties which go to make up a Catholic school."

Staff One of the difficulties of a country school is staffing As the number of religious in the school decreases we are being replaced by lay staff," Sr Frances said. "Getting staff is a continuing problem for schools in the country. At the moment we have very few Catholics on the staff so it takes time and commit ment to help these teachers understand the Catholic ethos. However, those teachers who do choose to work in Catholic schools have the concern for children and belief in their importance which is so fundamental to a Catholic school."

"Now that the amalgamation is complete and the school is beginning to gain a unique identity as

John Paul College. it's There has been a long time to look to the future," and rich tradition of said principal Br John Catholic education in the Ahem. Goldfields since the be ginning of the century especially through the religious orders .. Although the number of religious in the school is declining l hope we can continue to maintain the educational tradition," Br Ahern said "We aim to provide an atmosphere whereby children develop to their full potential and where the integration of faith and life becomes a reality in every day events. 'It has been and continues to be a great challenge and honour to see the school expand and develop. I have a great confidence that the future will be both exciting and rewarding."

For students

Ashley Williams. Norman Wilkinson, Justine Doust and Jue Ann Martin (sh% clockwise) have found developing friendships to be as important an element in a school life at John Paul College as academic accomplishments.

Br John Ahem, Principal

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Crest links two schools Recognition of the Catholic ethos was paramount in deciding upon a name, crest and motto for the new school. "The name. John Paul College. reflects our Catholicity while the crest incorporates some aspects of the old with those of the new," Br Ahern said.

The cross and book of Gospels symbolize our aim and come from the old Prendiville and CBC crests. The poppet head is a symbol of the goldfields. Our motto of Justice, Peace and Charity encompasses the ideals we offer students and encourage them to pursue."

For last year s head girl, Chris Dwyer. five years at John Paul College was a time to develop friend ships with students and teachers alike. "I really miss the caring and concern of everyone at school" Chris said "Being a small school I got to know all the other students and developed a close relationship with the teachers After leaving school last year Chris enrolled in Kalgoorlie College's Bachelor of Business course. "I chose the business course because I enjoyed accounting at school," she said. "But l was disappointed in the course at the College so I withdrew and Tm now working as a clerk in the local hospital." Chris hopes to go back to study in the next couple of years: "I want to achieve something in my life and I think it's important to get a qualification, she said. "But this time I will choose something which involves meeting and working with people."

Co-education Chris' years at John Paul College took her through the amalgamation of the boys' and girls schools. "The first year of coeducation was when lwas in year I I and the boys really made a difference in classes,"she said.

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Leadership Head boy Tony Tamlin recently participated in a leadership camp for students at Yanchep and last year he went to Katherine in the Northern Territory as part of a national students' conference. "We are hoping to set up a Student Representative Council (SRC) which will involve students from year 8 to 12, Tony said. "The SRC will provide a forum for our ideas and allow us a say in decisions which affect us."

Student, staff and parent members of John Paul College's PEP Committee meet regularly. From top left they are Alicia Reilly, Donna Ransley and Shane Lee. and from bottom left Carol Virgo, Sr Frances Maguire and Sue Cumming. House system

Maths course

Another PEP activity is the establishment of a house system. "The new system is helping to build up school unity and promote a positive attitude among the students,' Tony said "We recently held a house-warming afternoon where we all got to know each other."

Planning a maths course which is more relevant to students is the brief of Ann O'Keefe who is employed through PEP. "As maths teachers, Peta Gouge and I felt that the current course was not suitable for those students who have difficulty with maths,"Ann said.

We are developing a course based on real-life skills such as budgeting and banking With the help of the PEF we have been able to complement this with a maths laboratory. The lab is equipped with games, charts and instruments which help students understand maths concepts."

Curriculum changes allow course options

In the light of changing curriculum and assessment procedures and the wide range of course options students can choose, we felt it necessary to coordinate all this information," said Brother Fitzhardinge, Coordinator of Studies. 'As Coordinator of Studies I counsel students with regard to subject choices and keep staff informed about changes being implemented. "I am not part of the administration of the school but part of the teaching staff so my focus is based on the needs and wishes of the students. Kalgoorlie College

Chris Dwyer "I think we learned more about each other and more about ourselves. Our group in year I I and 12 was very close because we all wanted to be at school and succeed "Now that I have finished school I realize how lucky I was ta grow up in such a caring and friendly atmosphere.

Religious education

"Learning to get along with others and developing friendships are just as important as the aca demic side of school," said Ashley Williams, a year 10 student. 'In pastoral care and religious education we really get to know each other and discuss issues which are interesting and topical."

John Paul College involves the school community in many aspects of school life through its involvement in the articipation and Equity Program (PEP). a Common· wealth funding initiative. "At school level we have a committee of parents. students and staff which looks at submissions for funding," said Caz Batson, careers teacher and PEP coordinator. One of our major aims this year is the development of leadership and decision-making skills of students.

John Paul College makes use of courses and facilities at Kalgoorlie College, a technical and training college. "We are very lucky to be able to use the excellent facilities at Kalgoorlie College," Br Fit2hardinge said. "Our students go there to do manual arts, computing and office practice. Some of these courses are taught by Kalgoorlie College staff and some are taught by our staff using the College' s equipment. 'The experience of learning in an environment outside school helps students in their transition

Students ft m John Paul College are able to take advantage of special facilities at t e Kalgoorlie College for tuition in subjects such as manual arts, comp Ing, office practice, and fitting and tuming. from school to school studes."

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As well range of computers lailable at Kalgoorlie Gfllege, the students als have access to the scool's computers. "The F provided funding for Our Microbee network d computers," Br Fithard ge said .. Apart from students using the computers we have plans to involve parents ad the whole staff so at computer education s an integral part of the school pro gram."

Art is one of numerous

options available to secondary students at John Paul College. Dana Lalich (pictured above) takes aim with determined face and a fresh paint-brush. Pictured left are JPC students learning the complicated art of welding at Kalgoorlie College, a technical and training institution with which this Catholic secondary school has a close working relationship.

Computer education is being developed as an integral part of the school program at JPC. Shane Lee (above) prepares to work on one of the school's Microbee computers. The domestic scenes are no longer the sole province of girts at JPC. Together Michelle Leahy and Michael Smith overcome the mysteries of the sewing machine.

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Bunbury primary students Brenden Lynch and Renee Musarri In Bunbury the course is being led by Rosemary Hannon, a year 3 teacher at Bunbury Catholic Primary School. Rosemary completed an ELIC tutor training course in Perth at the beginning of the year. Each week Rosemary holds two workshop sessions for teachers from her own school and schools at the nearby centres of Australind. Brunswick Junction. Dardanup and Donnybrook. Rosemary is very pleased by the enthusiastic response of teachers to

The Early Literacy Inservice Course (ELIC) is a national project jointly funded by the Curriculum Development Centre and the Commonwealth Schools Commission. The course is being introduced into Western Australian Catholic primary schools by the Catholic Education Of,..__

Parents' role Underlying EUC is the belief that children already have begun successful language learning in the home. Parents provide certain conditions for language learning and the course encourages teachers to provide similar conditions in the class room.

country tutors. The first 10 week course for metropolitan teachers was held in 1985 and a second program began in April. The country program began in June. ELIC also is available to teachers in remote schools through a correspondence program sup· ported by travelling tutors.

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"Teachers taking the course are really involved. They are applying many of the strategies and ideas gained in the workshops and many have asked for follow-up courses and more support," she said. "One teacher has told me that he now realizes why some books are more popular with child· ren than others. Another said he has realized some children in his class were not being challenged. The books they were selecting were too easy and the children were coasting along," Rosemary said. "Many teachers have reported that the course has made them aware of signs they had not noticed previously about the reading progress of their children."

flee. Teachers taking part in the course attend 10 workshops where they are guided by tutors who have undertaken special training. The scheme began in 1985 with the training of 10 tutors in the metropolitan area. This was followed early in 1986 by a training course for eight

While in Rome recently. the Reverend Gerard Holohan, Director of Religious Education, celebrated morning mass with His Holiness, Pope John Paul II, in the Pope's private chapel. Later. Fr Holohan met with Pope John Paul II in his office. Fr Holohan said that the experience was relaxed and hospitable. The Pope acknowledged his upcoming trip to Australia, saying: "We'll meet again soon."

Gospel values Fr Holohan also attended meetings of the Congregation of Educalion which discussed a range of education matters, particularly those related to teaching gospel values in school curriculum. He also participated in meetings of the Congregation of Clergy which centred on religious education guidelines.

Religious education The trip to Rome was part of a two months' overseas program Fr Holohan undertook to find out what is happening in other countries in re· gard to the development of religious education guidelines. Fr Holohan also had discussions with religious education specialists in England, Wales and the United States. Religious education guidelines for Western Australia are being revised in a five-year program under Fr Holohan's supervision. These new guidelines will be introduced in Catholic schools beginning in 1987.

Computer classes at Sacred Heart Primary School (Thomlie) are no longer a case of too many students for too few computers. Thanks to a program developed by year 6 teacher Matthew Faulkner and the hard work and generosity of the students and Parents and friends Association. the school now has 12 computers which can be used by up to 18 students at a time.

Best equipped Matthew believes the school is one of the best computer-equipped Catholic primary schools in WA. Its 12 Amstrad 128 machines were purchased with money raised by the students through a spellathon and a lapathon and by the Parents and Friends Association. With further assistance by the school board which set up a special computer centre in what was formerly a storeroom. Matthew has been able to put into practice a com-

puter education policy developed over the past year by the school community. "The parents are right behind the project," said Matthew, who has conducted four parent and community computer awareness courses and one staff computer in-

'Sorrento girl invades Navy ship

Cadet Able Seaman Jaqui Wolfe, a year 10 student at Sacred Heart College (Sorrento), was recently selected to take part in a cruise from Perth to Hobart aboard HMAS Jervis Bay. It was the first time the Royal Australian Navy had taken female cadets on board during an exercise. Jaqui said she felt very honoured and proud to be selected. Naval reserve cadets are drawn from schools throughout Australia. Jaquis training ship is Marmion, under the command of Lieutenant Mayford Godfrey, a teacher at Mercy College (Koondoola). In her report on the training cruise, Jaqui described her encounter with that mysterious malaise, seasickness; the delights of learning to holystone a deck: and the

Cadet Able Seaman Jaqui Wolfe. even greater joy of stand· ing the "gut" watch from 2359 to 0400 hours (midnight to 4am). "After getting up at midnight and getting only five hours sleep you learn to snatch sleep wherever and whenever possible," said Jaqui.

Despite the trials she encountered Jaqui said she had enjoyed her cruise. "I met some really nice people and it was an experience l will never forget. If I had the chance I would do it all over again," she said.

service course. "The PSF has made a commitment to purchase more computers for the centre and will make an allowance of $500 a year for software," he said. "Maintenance costs for the centre are met by the school board." At present the computer education program is limited to students from year 4 onwards, but Sacred Heart teachers are evaluating software designed for younger stud· ents.

Free use of computers Each student spends one period per week working with a computer in class. At lunchtime and before school the computers are available for the children's free use once they have passed a test in operating and caring for the equipment Sr Helen Murphy, Sacred Heart principal, said that the intent of the program at the moment is to help the children learn computer skills. "In the long run, of course, the computers will be used as teaching and learning tools across the curriculum." To establish and continue the computer education program, Matthew has been given one-anda-half hours a day release time from his position as year 6 class teacher.

Balgo community celebrates new school facilities

"This is a day which honours the Catholic Church and the Aboriginal community," said Kim Beazley, Commonwealth Minister for Defence, speaking at the blessing and opening of new facilities at Luurnpa Catholic School in Balgo Hills.

"While this school does not threaten traditional community values it does give young people real choices as they grow older," the Minister said. The two new buildings at Balgowere constructed with $950,000 in grants from the Commonwealth

The Minister complimented the Catholic Church and the local community in their judicious and efficient use of Commonwealth funds in building the much-needed classrooms, library and offices. He pointed out that the Balgo project reflects his government's commitment to the nght of parents to choose the type of school they want for their children and "in making that choice not to be disadvantaged." Mr Beazley paid special tribute to Bishop John Jobst for his efforts for more than 25 years m improving educational

Celebrating Kimberley style Pictured above is Bishop John Jobst, who blessed the new buildings, with school board chairman Leo Lee and children who attend Luurnpa Catholic School. opportunities for Aborigines in the Kimberley region. He said the Bishop's "force and foresight are a combination government ministers could not ignore." The Minister noted the "significant contribution of religious orders through the Kimberley to the advancement of educa-

lion." At Balgo these include the De la Salle Brothers. Christian Brothers, Sisters of Mercy and St John of God Sisters. Mr Beazley expressed his appreciation for the work of the Luurnpa School Board, chaired by Leo Lee. and the staff and students for their excellent effort in getting the school ready for the opening.

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Verandahs Verandahs surrounding the buildings were constructed on site with columns made of multicoloured Balgo stone.

Principal praises dedication of Luurnpa staff

"It's been great to work with such extremely dedicated staff," said Br Leo Scollen, who has been principal of Luumpa Catholic School since it became part of the Catholic sector three years ago.

Life in the slow lane

"The staff have been instrumental in significant changes which have occurred within the school community and in helping the local Aboriginal people make great strides. The support I have received has certainly made my job easier," he said. Br Leo feels that the introduction of Aboriginal language and culture within the curriculum and the training of Aboriginal teaching assistants to work in the school have been two of the most important steps forward in the last three years.

Building The two new school buildings at Balgo Hills represent a breakthrough in the design of transportable buildings con· taining large, open classroom space. The buildings are extremely sturdy, fit well into their environment and the softly coloured yellow exterior walls never need repainting. Inside the buildings the ceilings are beautifully finished Oregon pine. a light but very strong timber.

Dancing and singing by children and adult members of the Aboriginal community were among the main features of the celebrations to mark the opening of Luumpa Catholic School. There was a big turnout by the local people as well as visitors from Turkey Creek, Fitzroy Crossing. Kununurra, Broome and even a couple of plane loads of folks from the Big Smoke -- Perth. After the official ceremonies ended. there was a barbecue on the school oval. The community's request for a change in their school's name was approved in time for the opening. Luurnpa means holy spirit bird. The kingfisher, featured on the school's new flag. is a special totem of the Aboriginal people who live in Balgo Hills, a remote community in the east Kimberley region.

Secondary classroom Br Leo Scollen Facilities provided by the building program include separate classrooms for male and female secondary students, library, staff room, toilet block, health room, special purpose classrooms and offices. "We are very proud of

our beautiful new Catholic school," said John Lee, Balgo community leader, at the school's official opening. His sentiments were echoed by other parents, children, staff and the many guests who came to the celebration.

These are both areas which Br Leo believes need to be expanded in the future.

School facilities Br Leo said he too is pleased with the new school facilities. "They

Mark Smith, upper primary teacher at Luurnpa Catholic School, likes teaching in this tribal Aboriginal community. "I asked for this teaching post because I like the outback and the peacefulness," Mark said. "Life is not so fast here. That suits me fine." This is Mark's first year of teaching and his first year in Balgo, but he says "I'Il come back next year. I'm needed here." Mark is pictured standing on the verandah of the Convent of the St John of God Sisters with two other members of staff. Louise Miller and Jeanine Lilleyman.

are designed to fit in, not stand out. They provide a much needed quiet space for kids. 'We owe a debt of gratitude to the Catholic Education Commission and its officers who have pursued ways of meeting our needs so vigorously, Br Leo commented. Including Br Leo (a member of the De La Salle order) and a linguist. there are ten full-time staff and seven Aboriginal teaching assistants. There are approximately 130 students enrolled at the Balgo school.

Above are Luumpa staff members Sr Michelle Farrugia (primary), Julie Jones (English as a second language) and Sr Janet Lowe (secondary).

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world of work

In recent years work experience has become a part of the year 10 curriculum at many Catholic secondary schools. For some students it is the first time they experience the world of work. The story below was written by Josephine Del Riccio, a year ten student at St Thomas Aquinas College who was on work experience in the Media Services Section of the Catholic Education Office. She interviewed three of her classmates and asked them their thoughts and feelings about work experience. The first day of work experience for most people is nerve-racking. Almost everyone says that they felt nervous and scared. Tania Crowder, doing dental therapy for her work experience, felt just this way: "It was terrible. I was nervous and on the verge of being petrified. When I arrived at work L sat in the car for almost 15 minutes until I finally plucked up the courage to go in. Even then mum walked me to the door.

well and I suppose you could say I didn't stop talking. "I did as many jobs as I was allowed to do. I sterilized the tools the dentist used and assisted in operations by holding the sucker which removes the saliva out of the patient's mouth. "I also watched major operations like pulling out wisdom teeth and setting dentures. I also did basic jobs like cleaning up after an operation.'

might be," said Tania. "Previously, I had two careers in mind. dental therapy and psychology. Experiencing this job helped me decide what career I preferred because as well as enjoying what I did I found it was a beneficial job that was required in the community." Katrina Nikoloski. who worked as a hairdresser for two weeks. was not nervous at all.

"When l got to the door I took a deep breath and entered. I was greeted by one of the dental assistants and introduced to my other workmates. After a couple of days I got to know them really

For many girls and boys work experience is a time when they begin to carefully consider possible careers. "Work experience has helped me decide on what my future career

Art experiment at Mercy The library at Mercy Primary School (Koondoola) became a temporary art gallery when work by students of years 5 and 6 went on public display. The many paintings, sculptures and models were the results of a fiveweek experiment in which trainee teachers from the Mt Lawley Campus of the Western Australian College of Advanced Education took special art classes in the school. The 22 trainees spent one hour a week working with small groups of children using different art mediums. They brought all materials to the classes, gave the lessons and cleaned up afterwards. At the end of the five weeks the work produced was mounted in the library and parents, friends and children from other schools were invited to inspect it.

"Everybody wants to work!" Written by Josephine Del Riccio I dreaded this particular day for a long time. It was the first day of work experience. I'll admit it, I was terrified. Have you ever had a day when you were sick in the stomach and felt as though you had an overdose of butterflies. That's how I felt but worse. My eyes felt like they hadn't been shut for over a week and all because the night before I kept tossing and turning in my sleep with my other self talking to me saying: " Josephine, Josephine wake up. Tomorrow is your work experience. Ifs the day you've dreaded for a long time. Ifs here and I've come to haunt you about it." "Just shut up and go away," Id say until ld fall asleep for ten minutes and then awake once again.

Tania Crows, Morning arrives finally the morning Like Tania, Katrina had arrived (not that I noticed a positive reaction to her it was the morning until work experience and it mum came in and welhelped her decide about comed me to the living). her future plans. Dreary-eyed, I fell out of "Spending time at a bed and crawled into the hairdressing salon has shower. made me more eager After about an hour I and enthusiastic to be- was ready to leave. Mum come a hairdresser." and dad came with me Stephinee Mayne en- (parental support?) to joyed her two week's work help relieve my nerves as a graphic designer. ( unsuccessful attempt). "The most important I think that must have things I did while on work been the longest drive to experience were painting. anywhere. To be honest I thought I was heading for a nervous breakdown in the car but finally we arrived and I worriedly thought "This is it!" I was greeted bymysupervisor, and thankfully after that I cooled down (mind you just a bit).

Josephine Del Riccio in media. my second choice. When I was informed by my guidance officer where I was going to work I thought, "Not another office job" but once I got there I had a shock When I was told by my supervisor what I would be doing over the next couple of weeks it really surprised me because it was nothing like what I'd expected.

Writing an article I was to write an article about work experience and my thoughts on it Writing essays does not usually excite me but for some reason I was looking forward to it. l also was to learn normal office routines hke operating a photocopier, an automatic stapling machine and a word processor. Knowing that I wouldn't be doing this all the time actually gave me reason to enjoy doing these duties.

problems with names al though I wouldn't forget the faces and what they were like. Every person I came to know had thei own personal character which at times made me laugh. I enjoyed my time at the Catholic Education Office although things might not always have gone the way I wanted - like the stapling machine doing everything the opposite way round, having to cope with electric type wnters when I had alwa used a manual one and trying to make peace with a computer when I had previously tried hard to ignore them.

Sharing the torture

Meeting people

I enjoyed work exper ience and although I had a lot of fun I was glad to return to school. The waiting in the canteen queue in the rain, the fighting to get a seat on the bus and the silly arguments with friends are all loads of fun and I hope I will learn to appreciate them more.

While my horrible torture was going on, I was glad to know that I was not suffering alone. Most of my other classmates were in the same boat. tearing their hair out. Some seemed cool, calm and collected and boy was I envious of them.

During my two weeks at the office I really got to know quite a few people. If I were to return there I still would have a few

As someone said before "School days are the golden years of your life · and I suppose now I'll believe it.

Day's end

Acting Principal, Christine Edwards, said the experiment had benefits all around. "For the children there was a chance to express themselves creatively; for the trainee teachers a chance to apply themselves in a school situation; and for the staff of Mercy Primary School an opportunity to see the children working on new activities. "Parents too were very proud and pleased with what their children had achieved," Christine said.

"On the first day I was excited about going to work and learning a lot of new things I never knew before." Katrina said. "I had a fair idea of what working in a salon was going to be like but I didn't think it was going to be so hard.

Many chores "In my job I did many

chores like cleaning the salon and making sure everything was in order and tidy. I also had an attempt at washing a client's hair but it wasn't very successful. The water ran under the towel and the woman got quite wet."

At four o'clock I was ready to leave for home. I was truly amazed at the - fact that I survived my first Katrina Yikoloski day of work experience. (You know that sort of awestruck feeling you' ve drawing and thinking. got just after you come Stephinee said. "I was involved in actual out of a double period of productions and did maths and you wonder things like design posters how you survived it) In and logos. I designed a addition to that I enjoyed name logo to be used on it which added support to personal stationery. I also my nerves and made it a little easier for me to designed bookcovers. "I enjoyed work ex return the next day. perience because the people at my workplace Second choice were really easy to get on I was employed by the with. The time that I spent there was more like a Catholic Education Office party. I had lots of fun and in the Media Services Section. This was not my I really felt comfortable. "Work experience did first choice because my help me decide what my personal ambition is to be future could be -defin- a policewoman. Because itely something arty," the police force does not employ students for work commented Stephinee. experience I chose work

Wheat-belt school gets face lift ,_

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Students of St Joseph's School (Mingenew) have started term 3 in a brightly transformed school. An extensive painting program during the term holidays saw the exterior of the school buildings repainted in icecap and green, colours chosen to allow the buildings to

blend with the surround·

ing grass and gumtrees. Working bees by parents, teachers and child· ren helped to improve the library and senior class• room. "It's amazing what paint can do. The staff and children are looking forward to a bright second semester in pleasant surrounds." said teacherin-charge, Pam Ford.

Letter to Pope • • wIns peace prize

A letter of peace, written by year 12 student, Linda Stade, of Iona Presentation College (Mosman Park) and addressed to the Pope, was selected as a Western Australian entry in a Rotary International essay competition. Linda's letter was chosen as one of two winning entries in the state competition being conducted by Rotary as a contribution to the United Nations Year of Peace. Linda was presented with her prize, a home computer, at a recent ceremony at Parliament House. Her letter is presented below.

High praise for principal graduates

Eighteen participants reached an important milestone in their careers recently: completion of a two-year leadership program in Catholic school ministry and administration. Sr Mary Harvey, who coordinates the leadership program as a part of the Catholic Education Commission's overall accreditation requirements for school staff. had high praise for the new graduates. "Ive been impressed with the dedication and sense of mission demonstrated by participants in the course," Sr Mary said.

Teamwork Chns Nolan. who has been principal of Sacred Heart Primary School (Highgate) for two years said that the leadership program had expanded her understanding of teamwork. "I used to say to myself, 'if I were principal I would do this or I would do that.' The realrty is very different No pnncipal can do much

on his or her own. It takes people, staff, parents and others. working as a team and sharing decisionmaking to operate a school effectively," Chris said.

Relevant skills Chris believed the skills and concepts presented in the two-year program to be most relevant to her day-to-day work as a principal. Michael Murphy, who became principal of St Joseph's School (Boulder) in 1985. said the course had been helpful to him, especially as he is a new principal in a country school.

Swap ideas "The program sharpened my administration and pastoral skills and gave me opportunities to

Back Row: Anne Parker Ron Dullard Sr Gemma Foran Sr Mary Monaghan Sr Catherine Ryan Middle: Sr Catherine Warner Janet Purcell Michael Murphy John Borserio Sr Vincent O'Connor Front: Christine Nolan Sr Mary Harvey Sr Raphael Porter swap ideas and share problems with people in the same boat as me," Michael said.

Well-organized

Michael also pointed out that he and other participants thought that the leadership course was extremely well-organized and presented.

Your Holiness, war and aggression. We would band together in one cause, that of We live in a world far removed world peace, not because we were from the ideal of international scared of being blown up or shot at, peace and understanding. All but because we loved each other around us there is war, corruption and shared a new found respect for and hate. The average person in a a life encouraged by your words of war tom country experiences great 'zs faith and wisdom. Thus, we would hardship; he is cold, hungry and most of all he is afraid. Such see the world as a collection of individuals with varying beliefs and hardship is not self-inflicted; it is .sgjdeas;individuals who like ourselves brought upon him by other people, laugh and cry, sing, dance and people far away who play the power worry about the future of the game and care little for the victims .-. of their follies. It is on behalf of this coming generation. The world would be protected by a concerned common man and the millions like and peace-loving people who have him/her that I appeal to you for help and guidance. something to share and strive for the future. Only the idealist can march and Your Holiness, you are respected shout for disarmament. Such an enormously by believers and nonaim is admirable but unrealistic. believers alike. You are a fearless You, above all. would appreciate preacher of the truth in season and this fact having endured the out of season. The charge of a iniquitous excesses of Nazism and religious bigot or fanatic cannot be Communism in your native Poland. If anything, a disarmament pact would be more harmful levelled at you. One has only to recall that powerful than productive as the world has grown suspicious and image of reconciliation featured so aptly by Time does not yield easily to others' good intentions. Sceptic magazine in 1983 when you received your would-be than I am, I believe such distrust is often well founded! I assassin in a private yet public audience and forgave believe it would be far more beneficial to appeal to every him. In a world so sorely in need of reconciliation your individual's basic emotions of love and compassion. the forgiving action spoke volumes. The theme and essential human qualities of defining men and which in strength of that article lay in Lance Morrow's words: turn reflect man's spiritual essence. St lrenaeus "forgiveness does not look much like a tool for survival proclaimed accurately so many centuries ago "the glory in a bad world. But that is what it is." of God in man fully alive." In your humble yet exalted position could you literally People need reminding that in the USSR. just as in speak more volumes? Within your province as t America. China or Australia. people need prayer. religious and world leader could your Sunday homilies security. love and most of all each other. They must be so eagerly awaited and devoured by the faithfu told repeatedly and shown that we are of one species, not thousands in St Peter's Square, be channelled to the two or three; we are the same, of the same God and ends of the earth via television? destined to face the same jury after death. Therefore. You represent life. hope. fortitude, joy. The work how can we hate each other. systematically displayed via would listen. You far transcend narrow, egotistical war, on the basis of colour. race. language or origin? political boundaries. Your Sunday homilies could be I believe that if the world was not so ignorant as to the wonderful means of educating for peace. culture, ideas and ways of other countries. races and Yours sincerely political divisions, people might realize the stupidity of Linda Stade

Schools Across Australia

Catholic schools in Western Australia have an opportunity to be linked with schools in other Australian states and territories through a new Bicentennial education program. Schools Across Australia. The WA coordinator of the program, Keith Duffy, is very excited about the opportunities the project will give to school communities to learn more about their country.

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The Australian Bicentenary [788-1988 "The means of linking will ultimately be decided the by participating schools depending on the interests of the stud· ents, teachers and parents of the schools involved."

Suggestions have in. eluded joint publication of newspapers, establish. ment of pen-pal links, video swaps, exchange visits and art shows.

Possible Ways Schools May Link-Cp Letter Telephone Computer

Video Swaps Publications

Are you getting yours? Everybody else is.

Intercom that is! If you aren't, you should be. It's free.

For your copy contact the Editor 381 5444

Yewspapers Photographs Drawings

Visits

have computers equipped with modems will be linked with similarly equipped schools for direct communication. Schools which have similar computers but no modems will be able to exchange discs, he said. There is still a lot of planning to be done before the program be· comesareality. A Western Australian organizing committee will be set up soon to coordinate the pairing of participating schools and to seek funds for some of the more ambitious projects planned. Keith expects the program to operate throughout 1988 and hopes it will continue beyond the Bicentenary. The Catholic sector is represented on the organ· iz.ing committee by Mat-

La Salle boys

score big wins

Several students at La Salle College (Viveash) have been successful in

different areas of interest recently. Stephen Tulimowski

Art

Year 11 student, Adam Parsonage. won the Western Australian secondary section of the National Art Award conducted by the Australian newspaper and the Commonwealth Bank. As part of his prize for winning the state section, Adam received 9500 and the College received a 10 volume Encylopedia of Art.

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Computers

"Ideally, schools which

Heart Primary School) and Geoff Middleton (Trinity College). Forfurther information contact Keith on (09)

350 5430.

The project is an officially endorsed Bicentennial activity.

has been selected to play in the Western Australian Under 13 soccer team in the national competition to be held in Perth in September.

Adam Parsonage, Plational Art Award winner, with his art teacher at La Salle College.

Another year ll student and keen air cadet, Shane Stopp, became dux of the Cadet Training School held at the Pearce base of the Royal Australian Air Force during second term holidays. Shane gained his corporal's stripes at the school.

Christian Hospitality Campaign up and running Student Submissions

Students in Catholic schools are invited to participate in a campaign to help them understand their role in providing a Christian welcome to visitors to Western Australia. "We also think it would be a good topic for an essay in English or an audiovisual project in media studies," Fr O'Shea said.

The Christian Hospital-

ity Campaign has been

organized by America's Cup Catholic Pastoral Care, a F re mantle organization chaired by Fr John O'Shea. "We organized this campaign to involve school students because the role of the Church and its members in welcoming visitors is a topic with significant educational implications," Fr O' Shea said. "ht is a topic which could be the theme of an art class or a subject for discussion in religious education. There are social implications which could be examined in history, economics or social studies classes.

Submissions Students are invited to submit projects demonstrating their views to the Campaign organizers. A variety of types of projects is sought and students may work in groups or individually. (See box to right for details.)

Recognition

Term begins with inservice for teachers

While students from Catholic schools in Western Australia enjoyed the last two days of the second term holidays, their teachers were already back at work. Many schools took advantage of two student-free days at the beginning of term 3 to organize inservice courses and staff development conferences. Two of these programs are described below.

Music, maths and mass for primary teachers

Teachers from the six primary schools in the metropolitan northwest region and Sacred Heart College (Sorrento) joined together for mass celebrated by Fr Joseph Sobb, SJ. The six primary schools were Liwara Catholic Primary School (Greenwood), Padbury Catholic Primary School, Whitford Catholic Primary School (Craigie). Our Lady of Grace School (North Beach), Our Lady of Good Counsel School (Karrinyup) and St Anthony's School (Wanneroo). All teachers from these schools also participated in a maths inservice conducted by Robyn Tippett and Lorraine Kershaw, lecturers from WA College of Advanced Education (Churchlands). Three other inservice programs were available: music in the classroom presented by Yule Allen from WACAE (Churchlands); computer use by Thomas Brajdic from Liwara Catholic Primary School (Greenwood): conference writing by Colin Kenworthy from WACAE (Mt Lawley).

Important for smaller schools Roma Criddle, principal of Liwara. said the inservice days were particularly important for smaller schools. "Smaller schools find it very difficult to stimulate interest with only a few staff members. Coming together for inservice opens the way for sharing ideas," she said.

All students who submit projects to the Campaign will receive a certificate from the WA Tourism Department which is supporting the Campaign.

Background Fr O'Shea said he believed this Campaign was needed because the sharp increase in tourism in WA raises complex questions as to the role of Christians in providing pastoral care. "This issue is of particular concern in light of the large number of people who will visit Perth for the America's Cup races. Fr O'Shea commented. "We also want young people to understand that visitors come in all shapes and sizes. Some are here for short periods of ti me because of their work. some are on limited budgets and some have little money at all. Visitors can be young, middleaged or older people. Visitors can get sick and sometimes can be lonely.'

Available for talks Fr O'Shea and other members of the America's Cup Pastoral Care are available to speak to school groups on this topic. Contact Fr O'Shea on 3351958.

Computer inservice for teachers.

Secondary staff unite for faith development

Senior staff members from Aranmore College (Leederville), St Joachim's High School (Victoria Park) and St Brigid's College (Lesmurdie) attended a staff develop· ment seminar during term break led by two lecturers from the Kairos Centre (Sydney. New South Wales). The director of the Kairos Centre, Sr Veronica Littleton. a lecturer in theology and spirituality. led the participants in their discussions on per· sonal faith. She described her work as helping lay teachers to understand changing theology in a pastoral setting. "It is the lay teachers in Catholic schools who have the responsibility of creating an environment for the development of

aims of the seminar as staff development based on faith development and a deepening awareness of self. Principal of St Joachim's, Anne Parker, agreed that faith development was crucial for the development of Catholicity in schools, particularly as there were so few religious left in schools. "The seminar also allowed time for community building within .l ad each school and interSr Veronica Littleton action between the teachers of the three particiChristian values in their pating schools," Anne students." she said. said. Sr Veronica was acBr Paull added that the companied by Sr Kaye organizers hoped the staff McGrath, also a lecturer who attended the seminar at the Kairos Centre. would work with their The principal of Aranfellow staff members in more Catholic College, Br faith development on their Kevin Paull, described the return to school.

Invited

Projects

Students are invited as a part of the Campaign to submit various types of projects which reflect their responses to this question: How can you, your family, your parish, your school, individually or collectively, extend Christian hospitality to visitors to WA, particularly during the America's Cup?

Types of Projects

A list of possible types of projects students might prepare is given below:

Essavs e Audiovisual film video

slide tape

e Booklets or brochures Fiction short stories

plays

e Photograph(s) Posters Art

paintings drawings

poetry

Teachers are encouraged to explore with their students other kinds of projects which they think would be appropriate.

Individual and Group Projects

Students may participate in the Campaign by producing work individually or in groups. The work should be clearly identified as that of an individual or a group. Names of students and their school should be given. The name of the teacher and the subject in which the project was produced should also be given. Projects should also be identified by year level:

Group A: Years 1-2-3 Group B: Years 4-5-6-7

Group C: Years 8-9-10 Group D: Years 11-12

Recognition

All students who submit projects to the Campaign will receive a certificate from the WA Tourism Department which is supporting the

Campaign. Projects of an exceptional standard will be highlighted through the presentation of special awards to individuals, groups or to the schools which the students attend.

Display of Projects

Campaign projects will be displayed publicly at an appropriate venue. Parents, students, teachers, the clergy, appropriate government officials, the media and other members of the community will be invited to attend a viewing of these projects.

Closing Date

All projects must be submitted by I November 1986.

Further Information

Further information may be obtained sponsoring the Campaign: America's Cup Catholic Pastoral Care Stella Maris Seafarers' Centre 12-16 Queen Victoria Street Fremantle WA 6160

from

the organization

(09) 335 1958

Please direct queries to Fr John O'Shea.

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Principalships at St Mary's Primary School (Donnybrook) Marian Primary School (Morawa) St Mary's Primary School (Donnybrook) is a co-educational primary school with an approximate enrolment of 98 students from pre-primary through year 7. Marian Primary School (Morawa) is a two-teacher school with an enrolment of 35 boys and girls in years 1 through 7. Applicants should be practising Catholics committed to Catholic educational ideas and have requisite administrative skills and academic and professional qualifications. Salary and conditions are similar to those offered by the Education Department of WA. Further information and official application forms can be obtained from:

The Director Catholic Education Office 6 Salvado Road, Wembley 6014 Telephone: (09) 381 5444 Closing date 1 September 1986

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Clinical psychologistJames Kenny speaks with

Families, like individuals, have vocations, writes Father Herbert Weber. The Christian family i scalled to be "a place where mistakes can be made and members can be certified public accountant. It took some doing on both their parts, especially during the two months appreciated in their imperfections," he adds. of ber internship wben sbe lived with their oldest For Dolores Leckey, the family has a vocation to support and foster the gifts and son, be said in an interview. During that period, Kenny took over the talents of each family member. This happens when there is an atmosphere that values parenting of the children still at home. The Kennys creativity and encouraged caring, she adds. have 12 children. Katharine Bird interviews clinical psychologist James Kenny. He points out that one For Kenny, belping bis wife pursue her dream is part and parcel of married life. He explained that of the "neat aspects" of family life is the way chidren l as well as parents can help each wbile accounting might not interest him much, be develop unexplored talents and abilities. other tbinks couples need "to be open to differences" and willing to learn from each other. Father John Castelot points out that the model of a family living out its vocation Everyone with a vocation to family life is changes with the times. In the first century, he observes, many false rumours floated involved in a network of relationships witb others. ·around about Christian practices. For instance, it was said that Christians practiced To identify your vocation -or your ministry cannibalism, eating the body of Christ. To counter such rumours Christians strongly it isn't always necessary to look for a new service program to add into your life. Sometimes it pays to stressed certain aspects of their life. This helps to explain some New Testament look into the realities ofyour life now, and to see if statements about the roles of family members. you already are serving others, suggests Jean pride about bis wife Mary studying to become a

Haldane. She is dean emeritus of the Episcopal Lay Academy in the Episcopal Diocese of California.

Tbis includes experiences "in wbicb you feel you were ministered to" but also experiences "when you feel you ministered to someone else." Ms. Haldane explained her thougbts on tbis during a 1984 consultation on adult ministries. When laity go through this exercise, they often are in for a "wonderful surprise," Ms. Haldane observed. "Tbey find they already knew something about ministry." They see that their ordinary interactions with other persons can be part of their vocation. Ms Haldane told, for instance, of a woman who came to a workshop apologising for her lack of experience in ministering: "Ive never bad time for ministry... Ive never bad time to do Altar Guild, teach in tbe church school, etc." But, Ms Haldane continued, by the end of the day the woman came to a different conclusion: "You mean, looking after my mother for the last 20 years is part of my ministry?" Ms Haldane also told of a man at an adult religious education workshop who wrote about the places be saw bis future ministering taking place. He said: "I want to be a friend to my teen-age son - be needs that now." He also wrote: "I intend to appreciate the gifts of my subordinates at work."

Father Herbert Weber

People forget one simple fact when tent camping, Father Herbert Weber writes. The nylon or canvas that prevents one from seeing in or out of a tent does not act as a barrier to voices. Camping next to a family enjoy camping Iurcan be somewhat like listening in on a party line. I don't expect a family to be free from squabbles, ing the summer and early autumn months. misunderstandings and disagreements, but what disturbs me is that some families fill their days with putdowns. Sometimes I get off the beaten path, but often I have pitched

tent in the family sections of state parks or private campgrounds.

What always surprises me is that people forget one simple fact: The nylon or canvas that prevents one from seeing in or out of a tent does not act as a barrier to voices Camping next to a family can be somewhat like listening in on a party line. Professional training and experience in family counselling have taught me not to expect a family to be free from all squabbles, misunderstandings and disagreements What disturbs me, however, is that some families fill their days with putdowns. They do not make allowances for mistakes or failures; threats of retaliation are more evident than forgiveness Families, like individuals, have vocations. The Chris tian family is called to be a place where mistakes can be made and members can be appreciated in their imperfections. In short, the vocation of a family is to be a practice field for expressing love without conditions

ODO Such love means a warm regard for one another without the use of phrases like "Unless....," "As long as....," and "If. ....". But conditional terms like those are heard often. An elementary teacher, who must have been having a hard day, prepared a response to the prayers of petition that her fourthgraders were to read at Mass. The response was, "God loves us if we are good." I recall her genuine surprise when I told her that I could not use that response because it would suggest that God does not love us when we are not good. Whenever families create an environment of acceptance regardless of failures and mistakes, they have

The Love-WithoutCondition household

ahead in their response to the Christian calling Parents, of course, forged

will continue to have the responsibility to instruct and guide their children in values and principles for But all family living. members need to learn that loving and being loved are not contingent on performances. Otherwise they will have a difficult time in the years ahead. At the university parish where I presently am located, students often come for informal and shortterm counselling. Many indicate that they do not think others will accept them if their weaknesses become known.

Such attitudes lead to all

kinds of inner turmoil and self-doubt. At the same time, these students often have unrealistic expectations of

others.

When a family lives by a love without conditions, honest perceptions of self and others are fostered. There is less need to impress or be impressed Especialy important is a growing sensitivity to persons in need. Perhaps those who have been loved regardless of their merit realise that respect for individual dignity is not dependent on such externals as annual income, social status or grade-point averages

These persons are able to refrain from judgmental attitudes that hinder many of us when we try to become conscious of the needs of others. Truly, the family that expresses a love for its members through thick and thin is an outreach family; it starts with its own members, but definitely reaches beyond

A married couple I know, who have had their share of disappointments with their

children, continually made it clear that love was there for the children regardless of the type of problem. Yet the woman was extremely puzzled one day; she asked why her children always defended their friendless

and unsophisticated schoolmates. She was glad that they had such a Christlike feature, but wasn't sure where

they had learned it. I wonder if she did not realise how much that trait was taught at home. Any vocation is just a response to God's communication to us. The family that accepts its vocation to be a love-without-condition household is responding to the Lord who first loved the human family unconditionally God has loved us even when we were not good That is the type of love all of

us -especially Christian families are called to 1mutate

Challenge of the times er

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By Father John Castelot

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As a miniature model of the church, the Christian family proclaims to contemporary society in every age: 'This is what the church is like. This is how people, transformed by Christ's love, can live together in peace and harmony." Given the needs of human society in various ages and cultures, this proclamation is given different emphases in different circumstances Keeping this in mind helps us to understand and apprecrate some otherwise puzzling passages in certain New Testament letters.

For example, the author of Titus says: 'The older women ... by their good example must teach the younger women to love their husbands and children, to be sensible, chaste, busy at home, kindly, submissive to their husbands Thus the word of God will not fall into disrepute."(2.3-

5). Most of this advice would meet with ready acceptance today. But references to being busy at home and submissive to their husbands raise the hackles of many who see the role of today's woman in a different light. What is behind these words, which were written to women around the end of the first century? Christians had grown in number and were visible in society. But, as mysterious members of a religion forbidden by Roman law, they had to meet in the privacy of each other's homes.

What is mysterious provokes the imagination. So other people imagined all sorts of things about what went on in the Christian community. Chnstians were accused of the strangest kinds of behaviour. Their meetings were whispered about as wild orgies, with wife-swapping the order of the day. People who heard garbled versions of the Eucharist about partaking of the body of Christ said the Christians were cannibals.

ODO Yet Christians had to live shoulder to shoulder with people who didn't understand their religion. They wanted to be accepted and respected. They wanted to attract others to Christ. Accordingly, Christians had to do everything in their power to project an image that would counter false

impressions and unjust accusations. This led them to stress their discipline, order, efficient subordination of roles. Circumstances dictated this approach. The Christian family was fulfilling its vocation as defender of the Christian community, of the attractive truth of Christian teaching. Again, in First Timothy, we read: A wife "will be saved through childbearing' (2.15). Obviously, bearing a child does not ensure automatic entrance to heaven. But at the time this letter was written, heretics were condemning marriage and childbearing as evil (1 Timothy 4.3) Thus the Christians countered that vicious teaching by stressing and demonstrating the goodness of both mamage and motherhood The Christian family has to meet the challenge of the times -in every age.

The Record, August 21, 1986

When the family goes, Australia goes and things are getting that way now. The longhonoured concept of the family unit, now under attack, is vital to Australia and it can be extended to the work place with beneficial results. These are fundamentals in Tom lvankovich's philosophy that have been confirmed by his years of experience in professional and senior management positions.

Father McNulty out for his morning run...

A marathon priest . • • Faster than a speeding bullet is marathon veteran, Father Tom McNulty! Besides servicing the needs of his parish and being Prior of the Norbertines in Queens Park, Father Tom offers quite a challenge once he swaps his priestly attire for his joggers.

And then watch out all you marathon competitors because it's highly likely that the guy next to you racing neck and neck, straining sinew and muscle up with the top performers in the front line, will be Father Tom. But who cares who wins? The idea is to compete for the fun of It and the cause. Father Tom's cause is an excellent one. He wants to raise money to build a new church in his

Father McNulty

by COLLEEN HOWARD Queens Park parish and also to help needy families, if possible, hit by unemployment and inflation. Wnth existing funds available right now, it isn't likely building will take place for a few more years, but one has to start somewhere and rather than merely ask for finances, Father Tom is giving his fundraising project his best shot and running for it. However sponsors are needed and for those who feel Father Tom's objectives are a good cause Sponsor forms are available at the Queens Park Parish, 135 Treasure Road, Queens Park, telephone 458-2729. For those of you who like to sponsor the winning breed. Father Tom has a history of jogging which is worth noting. He began in 1978 to raise money for a wheelchair for a handicapped parishioner at Kilmarnock, Scotland where Father Tom worked for seven years. Continuing to jog, he did several half marathons (21 kms), his first big marathon being in Dublin in October 1983.

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10 The Record, August 21, 1986

Thomas Stephen lvankovich, until recently general manager and a director of Western Collieries Ltd, and new chief executive of the WACA was born in Perth on March 22, 1932. He started his education at the Lancefield and Gwalia state schools before spending the period 1945-49 at Aquinas College where he was captain of the cricket First XI and a member of the senior football and athletics teams. Before graduating from the University of WA in 1954 with a degree in civil engineering, he had worked as a student on the construction of the BP oll refinery at Kwinana -a place to which he was to return three years later as senior site engineer for the building of the catalytic platformer.

□□□ Other organisations for which he worked included the Metropolitan Water Supply (now the Water Authority), the Kauri Timber company with which he was employed in WA and as deputy general manager in South Australia, Mills and Wares in the Arnott group with which he was headquartered in Sydney for 13 years, as national coordln a tor of the Small Business Bureau and with Western Titanium. He joined Western Collieries as assistant general manager In 1977, became joint general manin ager and later January, 1979 - full general manager. Subsequently he was also elected to the company board. Tom holds one of only 10honorary doctorates to have been conferred by the WA Institute of Technol08¥. Me is a member of the Energy Advisory Council of the SEC, a vice-president of the WA Chamber of Mines, a board member of the WA School of Mines and chairman of the Collie Federated School of Mines. Tom and his wife Fay (nee Millis) are Como parishioners. They have two sons Paul (24) who holds a business degree from WAIT and works at Telecom; and Mark (15), a student at Aquinas.

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As general manager of Western Collieries, one of the two major companies working the field, Tom played an important role in maintaining the industrial peace that has ruled at Collie. He believes thorough communication between management and workforce on a basis of mutual trust is essential, and that workers should be given all possible encouragement and incentives. "It's like a family," he says, "you have to keep talking to each other, be patient and as helpful as you can." The Collie Federated School of Mines, of which he was a founder, is a shining example of the successful application of such ideas. He considers practical work experience during training to be a mainstay in the development of a worthwhile professional career.

At the Collie school the students worked underground four days a week. have a day off for full-time study and attend two evening lectures during the week.

They receive no government support and the mining companies pay them . After two years they spend the next three years at WAIT or the WA School of Mines at Kalgoorlie and graduate with degrees in the engineering branches of their choice. At the Perth and Kalgoorlie institutions, the Collie students have been found to be more mature than their peers and better able to relate studies to their practical end objectives. 'They have a feel for people in industrial situations and in the long run they can cope better with industrial issues as engineers or managers," Tom comments. 'The training of young people," he says, "determines whether Australia falls apart or meets the challenges of international competition. "Governments and companies generally have to wake up and work together. Governments should be more forthcoming with support and companies should stick together better than they have so far. "The superb performance of nations with few natural resources compared to ours -such as Switzerland, Sweden, Austria and Japan is a sad reflection

on us.

"It has become almost a

tradition here not to work or

study hard unless somebody gives you the 0pporon a plate. tunity Government incentives should match company incentives to persuade young people to understand the need for hard work and sacrifice. 'We have had some success in instilling what we think is the right spirit at Collie where youngsters,

BENSONand HEDGES

The America's Cup one day Bension and Hedges cricket series and coming summer's big round of Test matches could make many converts among the visitors to Perth, but for former colliery boss, Tom lvankovich, cricket fancier since his youth, and the new chief executive at the WACA, there was no need to convert ...

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By BOB BOYLE tired and black from toil at the coal face, knuckle down to solid study because they have the incentive of achieving a fulfilling professional career through diligence and the benefit of the practical experience they have gained." Tom the manager speaks when he says there is too much talk about efficiency nowadays. One can give the appearance of working with extreme efficiency, but in reality there is a total lack of effectiveness. What is necessary is definition of an objective and its attainment in the best way possible.

Sometimes in business this can mean spending more money, sometimes less. There is a tendency to confuse cost-cutting with improvement and expenditure with development. In each case the two are not necessanly synonym0us. Excerpts from the speech by WAIT director Dr Don Watts at the honorary doctorate conferral ceremony contain impartial judgments of Tom vankovich. Dr Watts said of Tom: "His philosophy embraces the idea that successful man-

agement IS concerned with the broader needs of people as individuals, groups and communities. "An understanding of these needs through faceto-face communication encourages the development of management policies which enhance the commercial goals of the company ... "In industry in WA Tom vankovich has developed a reputation for honesty in all aspects of his personal operation. 'This quality has led to an imposing list of achievements in terms of company profitability, of constructive and trusting relationships wrth industrial unions and of harmonious negotiations with all governments...

ing love, cricket, has a lot to thank him for. He spent his recent longservice leave working on the organisation of a frveyear strategic plan for the WA Cricket Association involving a far-reaching reorganisation of people and

resources.

Tom played A-Grade cricket for BassendeanBayswater, West Perth and Subiaco and was in the state squad as a fast bowler. In Sydney he played A-Grade for Petersham-Marrickville in the 1961-62 season. He has also been involved in managing and coaching junior teams. 'The philosophy of the Collie Federated School of Mines was one man's vision. "This unique contribution to education in WA and to the youth of Collie through bringing the Technical Education Division of the Education Department and WAIT together in an important educational experiment is recognised in this award tonight ... " Not only does Collie owe Tom lvankovich a debt of gratitude. His prime sport-

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Russians turn a church into museum

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KJEV (RUSSIA) A church in the Bucach district of the Ukraine has been turned into a museum, according to a letter received by the Ukrainian Press Service. The Church's altar-screens, icons, pennants, decorations and crucifixes were thrown into a truck, hauled away to Bucach and burned. When the Church's cross was taken down, believers threw themselves on the ground in the form of a cross. Keston report

Meeting Peace in refused

WASHINGTON (NO) -Toe US bishops' conference refused a meeting with Nicaraguan President Daniel Ortega during Ortega's late July visit to the United Nations, citing recent Nica-

raguan government actions against Catholic clergy. A spokesman for the conference noted the Sandinistas' recent exiling of the vice president of the Nicaraguan bishops' conference, Bishop Vega, and Mons Bismarck Caballo, director of communications for the Managua Archdiocese.

The decision not to meet with President Ortega was based on the conference's concern" over the clergy-

men's "unresolved" situation, said the bishops' public affairs chief, Russell Shaw. The Vatican was involved in the discussions leading to the decision against a meet-

ing The impetus for a meeting came from the Nicaraguan Embassy in Washington.

soccer

VATICAN CITY (NC)

The Chilean and Argentine national soccer teams have agreed to play a two-games series as part of the official program for Pope John Paul IT's visit next April. The series was agreed upon by officials of the Chilean

and Argentine soccer federations.

"I surveyed that plot for

approximately six to seven months," said Simone. "Every fortnight I would go through the plot one square by on

square and check all the different regrowth I found on the plot, mark it and record my findings," she said. "Having recorded the plant species which appeared in that area after the fire and monitored the order in which the plants appeared, I created a photographic record of the recovery of undergrowth and trees in the area," Simone said. Initially using precise notes, Simone marked them with a legend and finally

was assisted in the

plant identification with a Kings Park Botanist. Simone is hoping to become a pharmacist.

Marathon priest From page 10

His second marathon was in New York, October 1984 during which 18,000 participated. To date Father Tom has raised $5,000 for various charities Born in County Armagh, Father Tom has only been in Western Australia for 18 months, and how has his sights set on the Perth mara-

thon on Sunday, September 28.

For those who aren't in to

marathons as a fund-

raising activity because of inability or lack of desire, why not do it through Father Tom's energies with a sponsor

form? By the way he's fit. He runs around 100 kms a

week and that's not including his Holy Communion round!

There's no need to be afraid that your life might end...

Only that it may never begin!

If you are a single man of any age and you are serious about life. If you are capable of loving a great Ideal. Perhaps the Lord is calling you to be. His Priest.

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from Dr CUWNGFORD, Nedlands

Sir, The ABC used to broadcast a 5 minute reading of the Word of God a Bible Reading at 7.10 a.m. on weekdays. It was often shortened to about 3 minutes and changed to a "religious reading" (the word of man), the excuse being that Australia has become multi-cultural. Advancing this time to 6.30 a.m. (The Record August 7) is too early for many fewer wil listen and the ABC will have a good excuse for not broadcasting the readings at all. One more Christian influence on today's pagan society will be removed. I urge readers to write to the ABC asking that the readings be repeated at 7.10 so that more may hear them, that they be broadcast on country radio, that they be bible or religious readings, that they be repeated later so that blind folk may hear them, that they be broadcast on Saturdays & Sundays as well. Write to the Controller of Radio Programmes, ABC Adelaide Tce Perth or Controller of Radio Programmes, ABC P.O. Box 9994, Sydney, NS.W. 2001.

Sheila, father of Moya,

John dec, and Helen. 9th anniversary on 14th August. Mary of Fatima please intercede for him. LYNCH, Fr Albert: In loving memory of Fr Lynch, whose tenth anniversary of death is on August 23rd. Eternal rest grant to him, O Lord.

THANKS NOVENA to the Sacred Heart: Most Sacred Heart of Jesus may your name be praised and glorified through out the world now and forever, Amen. (Say nine times for nine consecutive days and promise publication) Thanks to the Sacred Heart and Our Ladv of Revelations for favours granted. Charmaine.

Suffering message

Grateful thanks to our Blessed Mother, the Sacred Heart, Holy Spirit and Holy St Jude for hearing our prayers. Please continue to help our family. Marie. F.

from V.R. SUTTON North Beach

Sir, The succinctly written article by Father John Castelot "David suffered for his sin" (Pathways, August 7) would be most suitable to give high school students a taste and love of the Bible. It does not refer only to one sin but to all sins where it states "David's need of conversion was not unique", "Conversion is necessary for all people in maintaining a right relationship with God". In his article Father Castelot states that David acknowMedged his sin and that God forgave his sin. Although the heading states that "David suffered for his sin" the article does not tell us how he suffered and so we are not satisfied until we have taken out the Bible and read right through 2 Samuel 18 since the author of the Pathways is only an instrument in God's hands.

Thanksgiving to the Holy Spirit of God for the safe confinement of my daughter. A.S. Grateful thanks to Most Sacred Heart of Jesus, Our Blessed Mother, St Jude. and St Anthony for favours received. Please continue your protection. E.T. Novena to the Holy Spirit. Holy Spirit you who solve all problems, light all roads, so that I can obtain my goal. You gave me the divine gift to forgive and forget all evil against me and that in all instances of my life you are with me. I want in this short prayer to thank you for all things as I confirm once again that I never want to be separated from you ever, in spite of all material illusions. I wish to be wish in eternal glory. Thank you for your mercy towards me and mine. May.

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Pictured at a recent marriage preparation course are ABOVE: Shane Patience and Jacky Porter, both of Morley, who are to married in St Gerard's church Mirrabooka on August 23. BELOW: Renata Lenzo and Carl Diletti, both of Wanneroo, who were married i nSt Anthony's church on

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diate animation took place when Mary consented. The most sacred body of Christ was formed and to it was united a soul actually enjoyig n the use of reason and thus He was in the same instant perfect God and perfect man.

Peace at a big price

from Francis HRUBOS, Glen Forrest

Peter Stewart (The Record August 7) quoted Pope Paul VI as having supposedly stated: "If you wish peace defend life." Mr Stewart should realise that a very vicious war is raging in our midst the wholesale murder of the unborn. Who is going to avenge those murders? Is there peace in the minds and hearts of the people connected with abortions? Perhaps Isaias 24 is worth while to ponder the severity of the punishment. In every free country the believers (e.g. Catholics for Peace) can be elected to represent the population in parliament. This is not the case in the U.S.S.R. and other communist countries. Those who don't subscribe Marxism have no say in the running of the country. We all well know that Marxism is basically a teaching of hate, terrorism, blackmail etc. Can we expect that this ideology is willing sincerely to work towards a peaceful

world?

Let's suppose the U.S.SR. starts a nuclear war. Where do we go from there? Is there a peace promoting body in the U.S.S.R. with anywhere near the number of participants to a similar one in Australia? Have we heard from the U.S.S.R. of even one member of Government recommending that the Soviet start to reduce their nuclear capacity? According to Mr Stewart a unilateral disarmament is out of the question. I would expect that the "fake peace makers" would have ready policies for control of the progress of disarmament behind the iron curtain. Why are there such a large number of people in prisons for political reasons? Surely that is not a manifestation of peaceful intentions on the part of the Soviets. Only recently it was announced that the Soviets are building a large military airfield in Czechoslovakia not far from the border with Austria.

Fair go not a complete answer

for all

from Paul DONNELLY, Claremont

The Fair-Go for Families paper of the Catholic Social Welfare Commission (The Record July 24) fails to say that Australia, with its birthrate below population replacement levels and an abortion rate so high that it still needs 80,000 to 100,000 immigrants annually to replace its as many aborted babes, has urgent need to boost and reinvigorate its family practice to former high levels of fecundity. If not we condemn ourselves to an ageing and ultimately dwindling people of less than 30 million in a land which can readily feed and accommodate twice that number, as it must to attain status as a major Pacific power. Of five methods of improving family finances to encourage more valuable and fruitful family life only that dealing with indexation of Family Allowances and Spouse Rebates is examined adequately by "Fair go'; but it fails to state what the basis of indexation should be. The base for indexation is the tax year 1976-77 when monthly payment of Family Allowances replaced income deductions for dependents and the former weekly Child Endowment payments introduced by Menzies in July 1941. The allowances were such that the mother of three children received a payment which was 11.5 per cent of the average award wage; or, for four children, 16.3 per cent. Failure to up-index allowances under Hawke governments needs a 5O per cent increase to restore indexation relationship. Spouse rebates of tax have not been indexed up since 1981 and these lag by 27 per cent on wages increase. The average award wage is at present $280 weekly and is much different from an average weekly wage, a weighted average of all wage earners actual earnings and now taken as $424 weekly or $22,039 p.a. as used in the report. Regrettably current threats to reduce family allowances and Spouse Benefit suggests that present government does not want the expense of raising families and pursues a policy of economic duress to encumber the workforce with working wives. The report also suggests an extra $170m for concessional expenditure rebates which would include school fees; but such are things of the past in this era of private school support by governments and of Medicare paying much of medical expenses.

YCS dancing to a winner

"A resounding success and booming financial winner," describes the recent YCS dance according to full timer, Malcolm

Dix.

Students were invited to come dressed as something beginning with "P or

"s.

The reason was simply

to enable students

ABOVE: Literally on the

dance floor at the YCS night are Paul Neesham (CBC Fremantle) Samantha Gomme (Santa Maria) Renee Vasta (Melville High) and Cathy Spence (Santa Maria).

### LEFT : Three young men

from CBC Fremantle, Ted Neesham, Dean Grose and John Forster met Margaret yd of Mercedes (left) and Monique Carter of Santa Maria at the YCS Dance recently.

Marists' Sunday target summer programs Young people are invited to join Religious, in responding to the needs of the underprivileged groups within society. They will learn together and put into practice elements of a basic Christian Community around community prayer, personal sharing and common lifestyle. This invitation is open to final year Secondary School students of the 1986, 1987 groups and post-school youth. If you are a successful applicant you will be expected to support the project financially.

WA is running an Inner Suburban Project -twin communities formed of Young men and women working together with the Brothers -- to the needs of different disadvantaged groups around the inner city area of Perth. These include the aged, drug dependent as well as physically and mentally handicapped The week of the Project

will be from January 14 to 21, 1987 and the cost is 485.00 per person. Students or those unable to pay the full amount are taken into consideration For further enquiries and application forms contact Brother Neil Mitchell 094469852, or write to The Secretary, Marist Summer

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I wholeheartedly support Leigh Dix's effort to increase people's awareness about Nicaragua and in no way do I wish to imply that she tried to create a false picture, however, without even quotmg further specific examples

YCS

for this and other projects. At the dance, Mr Bernard Hart acted as disc

jockey. A committee of six organised the event, namely Peter Newman of CBC Fremantle, Cathy Spencer of Santa Maria,

of Highgate, Marco De Campi of Highgate and Cathy Ford of Mercedes. YCS full timers are especially grateful for assistance from parents, namely Mr Buckley, Mr Lawrence, Mr Franklyn, Rob and Jenni Craig, Pat Bransen, Brother Jim Paton, Teresa Dix and Tim Roberts.

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□□□ harassment of many priests and the unparalleled expulsion of Bishop Vega." About the expulsion Pope John Paul said. 'This almost incredible act has saddened me profoundly all the more because the action evokes dark ages of action taken against the church, not far back in time, that were believed overcome."

Attadale, Andrew Walsh

The Young Christian Workers present

Antioch, Catholic Parish Youth and Redemptorist Monastery youth group members will be out in force knocking on doors to appeal to the general public for funds. The money they raise helps pay for those bills that we all know about - like the telephone, electricity, postage and photocopying. Money collected by Antioch will also help pay off the debt on Eagle's Nest Gidgegannup. So if a Youth Appeal knocker is at your door, please give generously.

Waged $16.00 Unwaged $13.00

from DANIEL LEAHY, Perth

SIR: It was disappointing to read that Leigh Dix's second letter (Record 7/8/86) was as one-sided a portrayal of the Nicaraguan situation as her first (Record 24/7/86) The first letter published as part of the youth forum, was armed at young (myself included), largely uninformed readers and could easily have led people to an incomplete understanding of Nicaragua Leigh Dix spoke to "taxidrivers, farmers ..." in January of this year helping her form the opinion that government initiatives, "have improved the lives of the majority of Nicaraguans", however the Melbourne Age 15/7/86 clearly shows this is only one side of the story. The story points to the attempts by the Sandanista government "to throttle the Catholic Church by closing the Catholic radio, confiscating the Church's newspaper, banning outdoor masses,

borrow ideas or costumes from their older brothers and sisters. In past years there has been a "P night and, on another occasion, an "S night. Last Friday's dance combined the two themes. Many took the trouble to dress up and came as spooks, poltergeists, mothers, pregnant scientists -even petunias, soldiers and a Santa came five months early. The Lesser Hall at the South Perth Civic Centre proved a suitable venue for the 200 revellers. What pleased the student central committee was a nett profit of $450. Some of the money will help recoup the cost of sending Sister Helen Owens of Adelaide to the World Student Council meeting this week in Belgium. The YCS is fund raising

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Boni, Esperance: Fiona Broadhurst, Lesmurdie; Amanda Rottigni, Boulder; Joy Valle, Coogee; Phillip Antich, Wanneroo; Lisa de Souza, Balcatta; Todd Hughes, Balcatta; Toni Marie Grundy, Beckenham; Timothy Reid, Rossmoyne; Leonie Hawser, Northam; Yolande Gomez, East Ginrawheen; Christian Hill, Subiaco; Justine Harvey, Greenwood; Daniella Jones, Merredin; Alison King, Woodlands; Peter Kinsman, Gooseberry Hill; Frances Malacari, Willetton; Gemma Migro, Samson; Jacynta Mirmikidis, Nedlands; Michael Lee, Wanneroo; Madeleine Brialey, Karrinyup; Lumena Madeira, Claremont; Siobhan Oswald, Wembley Downs; Simon Kent, Greenwood; Paul Sanders, Manjimup; Hannah Schaefer, Dalkeith; Bernard Wyndham, Kala-

munda; Natasha Kora, Morley; Catherine Searle, Mt. Lawley.

What is the difference between a crazy rabbit and a counterfeit coin? One is a mad bunny and the other is bad money.

'Bright and Early books help even the youngest children get ready to read Simple stories and basic concepts are humorously presented in rhythm and rhyme. Pictures that fully explain the text help even babies make the important connection between word and meaning It's never too early to find out that "Learning to read is Fun."

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Pip at the Seas

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How many bairs in a

rabbit's tail?

None, they are all on the outside. How do you catch a squirrel? Climb up a tree and act like a nut. Why did the farmer igbt

a fire next to bis goat? Because he wanted to boil his billy! When is a goat nearly? When it is all butt.

Wbat is the best way to keep a skunk from smeling? Hold his nose. Wbat kind of animal eats with its tail? All kinds of animals do they can't take them off.

What do you get when you cross a hedgehog with a worm? Barbed wire.

What sound do gorillas bate most? Boing boing!

SOME DAFFYNITIONS SHELL SHOCK: Wat Humpty Dumpty died of

TANGERINE: A mandarin with sunstroke

WOK: Something you

COINCIDE: What people do when it rains

A leap year.

PILLOW: Headquarters

ICICLE: an evesdropper

Why is a snake so smant?

ILLEGAL: A sick bird

What do you get when you cross a frog with « calendar?

Because you can't pull its leg

What would you do if you were surrounded by fifteen elephants, twelve tigers and ten lions? Stop the merry-go-round and get off. How does a porcupine kiss? Very carefully.

What do hedgehogs eat for hunch?

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Why have elephants got wrinkled ankles? Because they tie their sneakers too tightly.

When should you feed elepbant milk to a baby? When the baby is an elephant.

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a favourite form of relaxtion and in this delightful collection of prose, poetry and song she gives others the opportunity to enjoy what has meant most to her. Her choice centres around the theme of love. 'In my own life, happy memories predominate and I find little difficulty seeing life as one continuous manifestation of various aspects of love, however veiled it sometimes is. It is glimpses of these various aspects of love that I set out to bring together in this collection.' Love is the rich source of creativity, laughter, art, romance and friendship, and is found too in sorrow and separation. Each different aspect of love is given a separate chapter, and Mary introduces them on a personal note. Thus, Celebration of Love provides a unique insight into Mary's own life and faith as well as drawing together both great and little known writing and a galaxy of authors. Thomas Hardy, Joyce Grenfell and

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THEOLOGY AND THE

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The escalating conflict between the proponents of liberation theology and the authorities of the Catholic Church has aroused the interest and concern of Christians everywhere. That conflict came to a head in the "Instruction on Certain Aspects of the Theology of Liberation" promulgated by the Sacred Congregation for the Doctorine of the Faith under the direction of Joseph Cardinal Ratzinger. It is the thesis of the present book that this "Instruction" is an attack not only on liberation theology but on all Catholic theology. According to Segundo, the Sacred Congregation has in effect rejected the second Vatican Council with its openness to the world, to history, and to ecumenism. The Ratzinger statement thus represents a theology of individualism which, in the name of a false transcendence, has spurned the communal, the social, and the ecclesial relation of persons to other persons and to God. Segundo sees the issue of Marxism as being in the "Instruction" merely a club with which to belabor all forms of political and social theology.

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TENNIS

By PETER MESSER

The annual general meeting of the Tennis Association was held last Sunday. Unfortunately the inclement weather caused the cancellation of the medal tournament which was to precede the meeting. A new executive committee was elected at the meeting cdnsisting of -president, Michael Kowald - vice presidents, Tom Branch and Bryan Kukura secretary, Pauline Gorringe

treasurer, Greg Russo

and auditor, Claude Mancini. Co-opted members of the committee are social secretary, Judy Russo -pennant co-ordinator, Jack Eastcott and property manager,

John Messer.

We wish the new committee well for the coming year.

Pennants

In this week's round of pennant fixtures Greenwood broke the ice to win their first women's pennant match. In a set by set battle they just managed to win enough games to defeat Queens Park six sets 66 games to six sets 58 games. Attadale No. 1 continued their unbeaten run defeating Pignatelli No. 1 nine sets 68 games to three sets 45 and in the other women's match Attadale No. 2 sets 67 games defeated Pignatelli No. 2 two sets 33.

In the A grade Dianella defeated Pignatelli, five sets 47 games to five sets 33. f Pignatelli had not had to forfeit two sets in this match the result could have been quite different. In the other match Queens Park easily accounted for Willetton nine sets 59 games to one set 29.

St Benedicts proved too strong for Attadale No 1 in the battle for number one position on the B grade ladder winning six sets 54

games, to four sets 42. Dianella helped to consolidate their position in the top four teams by defeating Willetton No. 2 nine sets 59 games to one set 22 and

Attadale No. 2 kept their hopes of playing in the finals alive by defeating Queens Park nine sets 62 games to one set 33. Greenwood received a forfeit from Willetton No. 1. The pennant tables at the end of round six are as follows: Men's A grade Queens Park Lynwood

Dianella Attadale Willetton

Pictured taking a keen interest i nthe 4500 paintigs n and art pieces at the Newman College Artcenta last weekend were at left Mrs M. Hall and Dianne Masters both of Duncrai gand Christian Kiton of Floreat and Reg Stuckey of City Beach.

Men's B grade

MAZENOD 21ST

St Benedicts Attadale No.1 Greenwood Dianella Attadale No. 2 Willetton No. 2 Willetton No. 1 Queens Park

Women's Attadale No. 1 Attadale No. 2 Pignatelli No. 1 Queens Park

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Pignatelli No. 2 2 Greenwood 2 Entry forms for the association championships are now available from club secretaries or by contacting Jack Eastcott on

328 6860.

The closing date for entries is September 24. Matches will be played at the Trinity College courts in Manning oad, Manning on 11/12 and 18/19

October. Entry is open to Catholics and members of clubs affliated with the Western Aus-

tralian Catholic Lawn Tennis Association. Handicap and veteran events have been included in the program to encourage all tennis players to participate.

KAIROS CENTRE 1987 COURSES LEADERSHIP TOWARDS LIBERATION AND SERVICE

for those involved in leadership positions, especially in Religious Communities, Formation, Education and Parish. January 3-23

TOWARDS A SPIRITUALITY FOR MINISTRY

a nine-month live-in course designed for men and women aged between 25 and 55 approximately, laity, priests and religious involved in Ministry. Feb 25-Nov 20

COURSES FOR TEACHERS, CATECHISTS AND PARENTS

For those who seek to depth their own Christian experience and to grow in understanding of their sense of Ministry in the Church today. March 9-20, March 30-April 10, June 1-12, August 2-13, November 2-13

FOR further Information Please Contact The Director, Kairos Centre, 16 Dorahy St, Dundas 2117 N.S.W.

DEMOUNTABLE FOR SALE

Existing demountable Mass centre building of 500 sqm in Warwick available for purchase and re-erection. Would sult a variety of uses.

For detailed information contact Terry Taylor AH 447 8100 Peet & Company Ltd

200 St George's Tce, Perth Office 322 3322

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The Record, August 21, 1986

To celebrate the 21st birthday of Mazenod College, Lesmurdie, the Parents and Friends Association will hold a reunion dinner for all past students in the college gymnasium on Friday, September 12 and on the following night, a dinner dance for all parents, former parents, past students and their parents and all friends of the college. Tickets from the college office, phone 291 6494 during school hours.

S.C. HOMES APPEAL

The annual street appeal for the Southemn Cross Homes will be held on Friday, August 29. People prepared to give an

hour or more of their time holding a tin in the street can obtain them from: Southern Cross Homes 1202 Hay St, West Perth Perth Town Hall from 7am, August 29 Stella Maris --Fremantle from 8am,

August 29 Enquiries to phone 321 5641 NEWMAN SOCIETY

Fr. William Dalton S.J. will speak at the monthly meeting at St Thomas More College at 8pm on Tuesday August 26 on 'The Faith Of the Church" -a report from the Bishop's Synod of November 1985. Fr. Dalton is an Australian Jesuit and an

expert in scripture studies and was a theological consultant at the Synod. Contact Fr. Dynon S.J. 386 8712. LEGION OF MARY

ONE DAY RETREAT On Sunday August 31 commencing at

10.30am and concluding at 4.30pm, the

Fremantle Curia will conduct a silent retreat at DeVialar Convent, Marchant Street, Samson (Hilton). All active and auxiliary members of the Legion of Mary are invited. A Carmelite Father will conduct pro-

ceedings including reconciliation, Mass, Benediction and private reflection. Bring you own lunch, tea and coffee provided. The St. Thomas School Bus will leave outside the Claremont Church at St Thomas the Apostle at 9.25am and return

by 5.15pm.

BULLSBROOK PILGRIMAGE

The usual Pilgrimage to the Grotto of the Virgin of the Revelation at Bullsbrook will take place Sunday 31st August, 1986 at 2pm.

Mass in honour of Our Lady's Birthday will be celebrated on Sunday September 7, at 2pm followed by Rosary procession and Benediction. For further information and bus reservations contact P. Galea (Perth bus) 349 7135, L Martinz (Highgate bus) 328 4631, H. Buhagiar (Fremantle bus) 330 2654.

CHRISTIAN LIFE GROUPS

If you have just finished

the "YOU ARE MY PEOPLE" program and want to continue meeting with a small group in your parish, why not join a CHRISTIAN

LIFE

GROUP? For information or assistance phone 328 6672. KUKERIN LAITY SEMINAR

Following the annual meeting of the Catholic Women's League (Bunbury) where Georgie Bruce-Smith reported on her participation in the Oceania Laity Conference held in Auckland last February the Kukerin Branch has decided to hold a local seminar on "Laity in the Church"' on August 27 and all regional parishes are invited to attend. Further information from Joan Abbott of Dumbleyung, tel (098) 64 2035.

GUILDFORD JUBILEE

On Sunday. August 24, St. Mary's Parish of Guildford will celebrate the 5Oth anniversary of the parish church opening. Mass will be celebrated by Bishop Healy at 33pm followed by afternoon tea.

Mass St. Mary's Cathedral, Catenians attending, Archbishop

Foley

Golden Jubilee St. Mary's Church, Guildford, Bishop Healy Golden Jubilee St. Thomas Church, Claremont, Bishop 27

Healy Heads of Churches Meeting.

Archbishop Foley Meeting with Northam Deanery, Archbishop Foley 29 Meeting with Merredin Deanery, Archbishop Foley 31 Confirmation, Glendalough, Archbishop Foley Confirmation, Rockingham, Bishop Healy Clergy Retreat, Archbishop Foley Retreat, St. Francis Xavier's Seminary, Adelaide, Monsignor Keating September 1 Religious Vocation Council, Bishop Healy 5 Ministry to Priests Team Meeting, Archbishop Foley and Bishop

Healy

C.S.D.P. WORKSHOP

Are you separated or divorced, and have a need to explore your grief process? The annual workshop for the Christian Separated and Divorced Persons is to be held at the Wollaston Conference Centre,

Wollaston Road, Mt Claremont. Aim of the workshop is to help participants learn

about themselves and focus on issues and stages of guilt and other deep feelings being alone and single again, and chris-

tianity and sexuality. Leaders will include Dan Coughlin, lan Mackie and Tony Winter. Registration forms available from:- Wendy 401 5093, Noelene 447 9725, Esther 095-276209.

CHRISTIAN AWARENESS

Christian Awareness group meets monthly at St Mary's Parish Centre, Leederville. The next meeting is on

Tuesday August 26, 9.30-11.30am. The guest speaker is an aboriginal person. A creche is provided, tea and coffee is available. 'The Annual Re-union of ex students of St Anthony-St Joseph Convents, Northam will be held at Kings Hotel on Sunday September 14. Contact Eileen Tucker 277 6065 for further information

by September 7."

REFUGEE CONCERT

A musical evening in aid of the Mercy Refugee Service will be held at the Performing Arts Centre, St Brigid's College, Catherine Place (off Lesmurdie Rd), Lesmurdie, on Saturday September 6 at 8pm. Tickets (adults $5, pensioners and children $3) available at St Brigid's Secondary School office or phone 291 6322 0r 291 6199.

BOULDER BALL

Tickets for the All Hallow's Boulder 75th Anniversary Reunion Cabaret to be held in

the Boulder Town Hall on Saturday September 13th at 8 pm are now available from Mary Crew, 196 Piesse St Boulder, phone 21 6903, $10 each with supper provided, but BYO drinks.

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OFFERS YOU A PRACTICAL METHOD FOR THE DAY BY DAY LIVING OUT OF YOUR CHRISTIAN LIFE. The next weekend will be held: St Joseph's Convent 27 Penguin Rd, Safety Bay

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