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Labor MP wants end to Lord’s Prayer in Parliament
A West Australian state Labor MP wants the traditional reading of the Lord’s Prayer removed from the WA Parliament and replaced with a moment of silence. Source: ABC News.
WA diocese building case for canonisation of architect-priest
The life of an “ordinary bloke”-turned-renowned architect and Catholic priest is being examined to decide if he will be named Western Australia’s first saint. Source: ABC News.
Discovery in church yard a reminder of Rottnest’s grim past
A pile of bones uncovered in the yard of a Catholic church on Rottnest Island have been revealed to be Indigenous remains, likely associated with the island’s grim past as a detention centre for Aboriginal men and boys. Source: The Australian.
Perth Archdiocese to establish Diocesan Pastoral Council
Perth Archdiocese is entering an important new chapter in its synodal journey with the establishment of the Diocesan Pastoral Council. Source: The Record.
New council puts student voice ‘at heart of decision-making’
Catholic Education WA is placing the student voice at the heart of decision-making with the establishment of a new Student Advisory Council at the system level.
Surfing priest rescues father and son caught in rip
A West Australian priest has rescued a father and son who were struggling to swim at a tourist hotspot in the state’s far north. Source: ABC News.
New priests encouraged to embrace their calling with humility, courage
Perth Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton has encouraged three newly ordained priests to embrace their calling with humility and courage, echoing the words of Pope Leo XIV, “Peace be with you. Do not be afraid.” Source: The Record.
Future health professionals get a tase of rural life
An immersion program in Western Australia’s Wheatbelt region is building connections between future health professionals and rural communities. Source: UNDA.
Formation of council creates new voice for Church in Kimberley
History was made in the Broome Diocese on the weekend as the new Kimberley Aboriginal Catholic Pastoral Council was formed.