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1 PARISHIONERS of Our Lady Help of Christians in East Victoria Park have last year had much to celebrate as their church reached the formidable milestone of 80 years since its opening. The anniversary celebrations included a Mass celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton and a morning tea where mem- bers of the 380-strong congre- gation shared their favourite stories about the parish. A special prayer card was handed out to commemorate the occasion. The chairman of the organ- ising committee, Dennis Kelly, said the celebration reflected both the changing demograph- ics of the church community, and the caring approach it fos- ters. “The parish is extremely proud of its history and the way the community has endeav- oured always to look after its members,” Mr Kelly said. “Over the years, the num- bers of parishioners has fluc- tuated due to demographic changes and now we are seeing the return of younger members due to the suburb becoming more and more popular with city workers,” he added. Mr Kelly went on to state that Bishop Sproxton’s homily during the Mass had empha- sised the benefits of this rise in youth attendance, referring to it as a gift for the community. Our Lady Help of Christians Parish opened in 1936 in an area steeped in Catholic his- tory: the Sisters of Mercy have been present in the parish since 1899, opening St Joachim’s school and Our Lady of Mercy secondary college, together with the Christian Brothers’ school of St Francis Xavier College for boys. In 1990, the schools amalga- mated to form Ursula Frayne Catholic College, which pro- vides both primary and sec- ondary education. Mr Kelly also explained that evidence of these historical connections could be noticed in the anniversary Mass and its attendees. “The congregation of approx- imately 380 was comprised of representatives from the Sisters of Mercy who founded the par- ish school, members of the Sisters of St Joseph who have often worked in the parish over the years, and representatives of the Christian Brothers who founded the boys school in the parish at a later date,” he said. “The parish has contributed to religious life in Perth, pro- ducing three priests and three nuns. One delightful note was the presence of many ex- parishioners, some of whom were students in the school in its early years, including one who attended in the very first year.” Following the Mass, morn- ing tea provided attendees with a repast, and an opportunity to talk about the church’s rich his- tory. “The entire event was a great opportunity for people to talk about old times and meet younger parishioners,” Mr Kelly concluded. www.therecord.com.au Your news from across the Archdiocese of Perth Edition #67 4 FEBRUARY2016 Full Text available at www.therecord.com.au Our Lady Help of Christians celebrates 80 years of history By Caroline Smith After Mass, attendees enjoyed a morning tea to celebrate the 80th anniversary at the East Victoria Park church. PHOTO: SUPPLIED Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton holds a Papal Blessing next to parish priest Fr Arulraj Mulaguri at the 80th anniversary mass at Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, East Victoria Park. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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PARISHIONERS of Our Lady Help of Christians in East Victoria Park have last year had much to celebrate as their church reached the formidable milestone of 80 years since its opening.

The anniversary celebrations included a Mass celebrated by Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton and a morning tea where mem-bers of the 380-strong congre-gation shared their favourite stories about the parish.

A special prayer card was handed out to commemorate the occasion.

The chairman of the organ-ising committee, Dennis Kelly, said the celebration reflected both the changing demograph-ics of the church community, and the caring approach it fos-ters.

“The parish is extremely proud of its history and the way the community has endeav-oured always to look after its members,” Mr Kelly said.

“Over the years, the num-bers of parishioners has fluc-tuated due to demographic changes and now we are seeing the return of younger members due to the suburb becoming more and more popular with city workers,” he added.

Mr Kelly went on to state that Bishop Sproxton’s homily during the Mass had empha-sised the benefits of this rise in youth attendance, referring to it as a gift for the community.

Our Lady Help of Christians Parish opened in 1936 in an area steeped in Catholic his-tory: the Sisters of Mercy have been present in the parish since 1899, opening St Joachim’s school and Our Lady of Mercy secondary college, together with the Christian Brothers’ school of St Francis Xavier College for boys.

In 1990, the schools amalga-mated to form Ursula Frayne Catholic College, which pro-

vides both primary and sec-ondary education.

Mr Kelly also explained that evidence of these historical connections could be noticed in the anniversary Mass and its attendees.

“The congregation of approx-imately 380 was comprised of representatives from the Sisters of Mercy who founded the par-ish school, members of the Sisters of St Joseph who have often worked in the parish over

the years, and representatives of the Christian Brothers who founded the boys school in the parish at a later date,” he said.

“The parish has contributed to religious life in Perth, pro-ducing three priests and three nuns. One delightful note was the presence of many ex-parishioners, some of whom were students in the school in its early years, including one who attended in the very first year.”

Following the Mass, morn-ing tea provided attendees with a repast, and an opportunity to talk about the church’s rich his-tory.

“The entire event was a great opportunity for people to talk about old times and meet younger parishioners,” Mr Kelly concluded.

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Your news from across the Archdiocese of Perth

Edition #674 February2016

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Our Lady Help of Christians celebrates 80 years of historyBy Caroline Smith

After Mass, attendees enjoyed a morning tea to celebrate the 80th anniversary at the East Victoria Park church. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton holds a Papal Blessing next to parish priest Fr Arulraj Mulaguri at the 80th anniversary mass at Our Lady Help of Christians Parish, East Victoria Park. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

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THE VOCATIONS OFFICE of the Archdiocese of Perth is calling on parish prayer groups, families, and individual Catholics to join it in a special campaign of prayer that will take place across the Archdiocese this Lent.

Director of the newly established Vocations Office, Fr Jean-Noel Marie, has called on all Catholics in Perth to pray the Rosary each Thursday of Lent for an increase in vocations to the priesthood and religious life in the Archdiocese of Perth.

“This is a wonderful opportunity for us to unite our prayer for vocations as an Archdiocese,” Fr Jean-Noel Marie said.

“We know that many Catholics in Perth regularly pray for an increase in priestly and religious vocations, and this initiative means that we can do it together this Lent, in this Jubilee Year of Mercy.”

The prayer campaign will culminate on Holy Thursday, when the Church commemorates Jesus’ establishment of the priesthood and His institution of the Eucharist.

All parishes across the Archdiocese are being encouraged to offer a commu-

nal Rosary for vocations prior to their celebration of the Mass of the Lord’s Supper on Holy Thursday.

“The priesthood was born on a Thursday,” said Fr Marie, “so it is only fitting that we use Thursdays to pray for an increase in vocations. And what bet-ter prayer to offer than the Rosary, seek-ing the assistance of Our Lady, mother of our eternal High Priest?”

“The Church we love needs faithful men and women to commit their lives in radical ways to the Lord’s service,” said Assistant Vocation’s Director, Fr Mark Baumgarten.

The Vocations Office can be contacted at [email protected] or on 08 9220 5901.

MENTORS are playing a vital role in pre-paring Law students at The University of Notre Dame Australia for their future professions.

Administered by Notre Dame’s School of Law, Fremantle, and in conjunction with the Young Lawyers Committee of the Law Society of WA (YLC) and Edith Cowan University, the program matches law students in their penultimate and final years with a lawyer who has five years or less practising experience.

Students meet with their mentors over the course of a year and are provided with valuable experience to help them make important decisions that relate to their future after graduation, such as choosing electives and applying for jobs.

Law student Georgia MacKay was part of this program in 2015. Georgia said the program opened up more opportunities to make connections with those in the legal profession than she would have as a student alone.

“I was paired with a mentor whose previous experience and work in inter-national and diplomatic law was almost too impressive to be true. After numer-ous meetings, my mentor and I became professional colleagues,” Georgia said.

“My mentor also invited me to several Law Society events, the most memorable being a breakfast held by Chief Justice Robert French. I was able to shake the Chief Justice’s hand and discuss the problems surrounding access to justice

in our State with His Honour and Chief Justice Wayne Martin.”

Over the past two years, approximate-ly 25 students from the School of Law have participated in the program. This reflects the School’s top ratings on the Federal Government’s Quality Indicators for Learning and Teaching website. Notre Dame’s School of Law is rated first in Western Australia for ‘Overall Quality of Educational Experience’ and ‘Student Support’ for undergraduate students.

Dr Lara Pratt, Senior Lecturer in the School of Law and Coordinator of the Mentor Program, said the mentors are in a great position to provide insight to students about the profession, hav-ing recently been through the transition from student to lawyer themselves.

“Just as importantly, they can give advice about the realities of life as a junior member of the profession. The Mentor Program also gives these recent graduates the opportunity to develop leadership and mentoring skills which can stand them in good stead as they develop their own careers,” Dr Pratt said.

Full Text available at www.therecord.com.au

The Vocations Office of the Archdiocese of Perth is calling on parish prayer groups, families, and individual Catholics to join it in a special campaign of prayer that will take place across the Archdiocese this Lent. PHOTO: SUPPLIED

Vocations Office leads the way in rosary campaign

WA Law students taking part in the Mentor Program. PHOTO: LAW SOCIETY OF WESTERN AUSTRALIA

Mentor Program helps equip future lawyers for success in their profession

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attributed to other artists, or had sim-ply been accredited as “unknown” – an error she has been promptly ratifying.

“It is unfortunate that she has gradu-ally disappeared from history as she was really a respected and well-known art-ist… respected enough to be commis-sioned by the Archdiocese to do these wonderful paintings even though she herself was a Presbyterian.”

As one of the great talents of her time, Margaret Johnson can, of course, be cred-ited with much more than just the paint-ings of the four bishops of Perth.

Her signature can be found on the relief sculpture of Edith Cowan on the Clock Tower at the entrance of Kings Park, the portraits of figures such as Prime Minister John Curtin; prominent Perth Rabbi, Rabbi Freedman; Perth City Council Town Clerk, WE Bold; Lieutenant-General Gordon Bennet, a portrait within a Perth Greek Orthodox Church, and many more.

Aside from being an exceptionally tal-ented artist, Margaret Johnson was also a mother, wife, teacher and strong leader who dedicated much of her time to the promotion of Western Australian art, both at national and international level.

“My grandmother was not just doing art,” Ms Schlatter said.

“She supported other artists and set up communal spaces and studios where art could be practised. She would also come home to cook meals and take care of the housework.”

In 1933, Ms Johnson formed the Perth Society of Arts, of which she was a foun-dation member. She was also involved with the West Australian Society of Arts and, in 1943, was instrumental in set-ting up what was called The Studio Club, approaching the Director of the depart-ment story Foy & Gibson to request space in the store as a store for use as a gallery, to which he consented.

Following her relocation to Dunsborough in 1947, Ms Johnson was responsible for the formation of the Busselton Society of Arts.

Between 1936 and 1943, seven por-traits that Ms Johnson submitted for the Archibald Prize were exhibited.

Commenting on the newly unearthed history of Margaret Johnson, secretary of the Archdiocesan Historical Commission, Odhran O’Brien, spoke of the rich histori-cal context in which the bishops’ paint-ings in the Cathedral House can now be placed.

The Archdiocesan Historical Commission intends on applying for a grant to do restoration work on the Bishops’ paintings. For more informa-tion, contact Odhran O’Brien on 0415 104 889 or email [email protected].

EFFORTS to restore the name of Perth artist Margaret Gordon Johnson to the popularity it merits have been set in motion within the Perth community.

The extraordinary talent behind the portraits of Perth Bishops John Brady, Martin Griver, Matthew Gibney and Archbishop Patrick Clune displayed

within the Cathedral House, Perth is being investigated and brought to life by Ms Johnson’s granddaugh-ter, Jill Schlatter, and secretary of the Archdiocesan Historical Commission, Odhran O’Brien.

“I have been interested in research-ing family history for quite some time and, interestingly enough, it was my grandmother who instilled this interest in me,” Ms Schlatter said.

“As I began to do some research and write something about her life, I noticed that she has been gradually sidelined over the years. I have been able to find her name in early dictionaries of Australian artists, yet over time it has gradually disappeared,” she added.

As she continued her investigation, Ms Schlatter was even more surprised to find that some of her grandmother’s works had, in fact, mistakenly been

Perth artist to be returned to the history books

The granddaughter of talented Perth artist Margaret Gordon Johnson holds a self-portrait of her grandmother in her Floreat home. PHOTO: MARCO CECCARELLI

Full Text available at www.therecord.com.au

By Marco Ceccarelli

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GOING BACK TO SCHOOL will be a little bit brighter for children in the care of not for profit organisa-tion MercyCare, after stu-dents from two Perth girls’ schools donated their time and money to create back to school packs.

The student s f rom Mercedes College and Santa Maria College collected donations, which were used to buy essential school items like drink bottles, lunch

boxes and school bags.Retailer Officeworks also

leant a helping hand by donating almost $300 worth of stationary and pencil cases for the packs.

Six of the students spent half a day on Tuesday at MercyCare’s Wembley site putting the packs together so they can be distributed to kids in care before they start school.

“When I was student, I remember the excitement of

getting my new stationery supplies before the begin-ning of each school year,” said Schools Liaison Officer, Louise Mason.

“We just really want kids in care to feel that same excitement about going back to school.”

The students put together 40 back-to-school packs, seven pre-school packs and 10 childcare packs for all the children in care who need them.

“I see the back-to-school packs as a long-lasting gift because they will enhance the kids’ learning and educa-tion,” said Mercedes student Marcella Morton.

“I hope they feel valued and special knowing that the packs have been made just for them.”

MercyCare Chief Executive Officer Chris Hall said the organisation currently has 60 children in its foster care program and family group homes.

“We try very hard to ensure that children in our care have everything they need to suc-ceed at school,” he said.

“Giving them the tools to do this is just a small way of helping them to feel positive about going back to school and the year ahead.”

Mr Hall also thanked Officeworks for its kind donation.

MercyCare is a leading Catholic provider of aged care, family, health and community services. We employ over 700 staff and 150 volunteers, deliv-ering more than 40 programs and services, from over 30 locations throughout Western Australia.

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Students help out to make going back to school brighter for kids in care

Going back to school will be a little bit brighter for children in the care of not for profit organisation MercyCare, after students from two Perth girls’ schools donated their time and money to create back to school packs. P H OT O : S U P P L I E D

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PANORAMAWhat’s happening around the Archdiocese

FRI, 5 - SUN, 11 FEBA WEEK WITH THE ANCIENT DESERT FATHERS AND MOTHERSThe New Norcia Institute for Benedictine Studies invites you to spend a week immersed in the wisdom of Ancient Monasticism and ponder its significance for our lives in the world today in the context of the praying monastic community. The first Christian monastics emerged from the deserts of Egypt in the fourth century. The literature left provides us with a wealth of wisdom for a spiritual life of prayer and love of God. Participants will join in with the undergraduate and graduate students of Pilgrim Theological College from the University of Divinity, Melbourne, in exploring the wisdom of ancient writers such as Antony the Great, who insisted that “our life is with our neighbour”. The text book will be Desert Christians: An Introduction to the Literature of Early Monasticism, by William Harmless SJ available at www.amazon.com or through the Benedictine Institute for ~$30. Held at New Norcia. Recommended cost: $800. Further info: Dr Carmel Posa SGS, 08 9654 8371, [email protected], 6 FEBMUSIC FOR THE SEASONS OF LENT AND EASTERThis workshop will explore music for the seasons of Lent and Easter. Held on Saturday, 6 February at the Centre for Liturgy, 28 Marda Way, Nollamara, 10.30am-12.30pm. Registrations are essential. Further info: Centre for Liturgy, www.liturgy.perthcatholic.org.au.SAT, 6 FEB - SUN, 7 FEB VOCATIONS REFLECTION

WEEKEND DAYS – SALVATORIAN FATHERSVocation Reflection Days are designed to help young men decide what direction their future will take. In Christian life, there are 3 vocations: marriage, single life and priesthood/religious life. The Salvatorian Fathers will hold Reflection Weekend Days to help young men (18-35 years) find their way in life by deepening their faith, learning more about the Salvatorian Order and developing new friendships with other young men. The first reflection weekend starts Sat 6 Feb 2.10pm – Sun 7 Feb 1pm, with other weekends available in April, June, September and November at Salvatorian Community House, 2 Caledonia Avenue, Currambine. There will be time for prayer, spiritual development and social activities. Further info: or to register [email protected] or Fr Greg Skulski SDS: 08 93042904; 0488 111 574.SUN, 7 FEBDIVINE MERCYThere will be no Divine Mercy devotions in January. The devotions will continue as usual on the first Sunday in February with Fr Johnson speaking on St Jerome Emiliani. The afternoon will be held at St Francis Xavier Church, 25 Windsor St, East Perth from 1.30-3pm. The afternoon includes Exposition of the Blessed Sacrament, Confession, Holy Rosary, Divine Mercy Chaplet, Benediction and veneration of a first class relic of St Faustina Kowalska. Fellowship will follow in the hall. Further info: Julia or June Murphy on 08 9457 7771.CARITAS PROJECT COMPASSION LAUNCHCome and join us to celebrate 50 years of Project Compassion

as Bishop Donald Sproxton launches Project Compassion 2016 – ‘Learn more, Create Change’ on Sunday 7 February at the 11am Mass at St Mary’s Cathedral, Victoria Square. As Pope Francis says, “Education is an act of hope”. Everyone is welcome to attend.TUE, 9 FEB - 15 MAR HOW BEAUTIFUL ARE THE FEET OF THOSE WHO BRING GOOD NEWSEvery Tuesday from 9 February to 15 March, 10am-12.30pm, Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. In 2016 Dominicans are celebrating the 800th anniversary of the formal acceptance of the Order of Preachers. This Centre for Faith Enrichment course, presented by Dr Margaret Scharf, OP, explores the following questions and more: Who was Dominic? What is the Dominican spirituality? What do some of the key characters in the Dominican Family – such as Albert the Great, Thomas Aquinas, Meister Eckhart and Catherine of Siena – have to offer Christians of the 21st century? Cost: $45. Further info or to register: www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or 08 9241 5221.THU, 11 - 25 FEBMERCY, NOT SACRIFICE: A LENTEN REFLECTIONThursdays, 11 - 25 February, 7pm-9pm, Holy Rosary Parish, 46 Thomas Street, Nedlands. Inspired by Pope Francis’ announcement of the Year of Mercy, Misericordiae Vultus, this short Centre for Faith Enrichment course, presented by Dr Margaret Scharf, OP, will contemplate God’s message of mercy revealed to us in the Lenten Gospels. Cost: $20. Further info or to register: www.cfe.org.au; cfe@

perthcatholic.org.au, or call 08 9241 5221.FRI, 12 FEBTHE 16TH ANNUAL ROSARY PROCESSION FOR OUR LADY OF LOURDESThis procession will take place at Lake Monger on Friday, 12 February. Please gather at the Dodd St carpark for 7pm. As no naked flame is permitted, pen candles will be available for sale. Further info: Mignonne 0478 598 860 or Rosemary 0421 580 783.SAT, 13 FEBSONGS FOR THE JUBILEE YEAR OF MERCYThis workshop will present music appropriate for celebrations during the Jubilee Year of Mercy. Quotations from the pope’s encyclical, Misericordiae Vultus will be discussed and new songs relating to each quote will be taught. Held in two locations: Centre for Liturgy, 28 Marda Way, Nollamara on Saturday, 13 February from 10.30am-12.30pm; or the Holy Family Catholic Church, 45 Thelma St, Como on Saturday, 20 February from 10.30am-12.30pm. Registrations essential. Further info and to register:http://liturgy.perthcatholic.org.au. VALENTINE’S DAY DINNER-DANCE Good Shepherd Lockridge will be hosting its annual Valentine’s Day Dinner-Dance, on Saturday, 13 February, 7.30pm at the Good Shepherd Primary School Hall. This event is being co-ordinated by the parish youth ministry A.L.I.V.E. to raise funds for the World Youth Day pilgrimage to Poland later this year. This event includes buffet dinner, live music and plenty of games and raffle prizes. Tickets are:

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$30 Adults, $15 for 16 years and under, children up to 6 years old, free. As for catering and planning purposes, there will be no door sales on the night. Table bookings are available for $240 (8 adult tickets). While we will endeavour to accommodate requested seat ing arrangements, we cannot guarantee this apart from the full table reservations as described. For tickets, please call Fr Aloysius Leong on 08 9279 8119. Further info: [email protected], 16 FEB - 8 MAR ENCOUNTERING JESUS ANEW IN THE YEAR OF MERCYTuesdays: from 16 February to 8 March, 12pm-1pm; Online – live and interactive! He shoulders lambs, forgives sinners, heals outcasts, shares meals with traitors, gives peace to betrayers, raises the dead to life and provides even more to you and me. Presented by Rev. Dr Charles Waddell, this Centre for Faith Enrichment course is an opportunity to encounter Jesus anew in the Year of Mercy. Cost: $20. Further info; or to register, www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or 08 9241 5221.LENT IN THE YEAR OF MERCYTuesdays: from 16 Febraury to 8 March; 7pm-8.45pm, St Peter the Apostle Parish, 91 Wood Street, Inglewood. Presented by Mr Terry Quinn and Sr Shelley Barlow, RNDM, this short Centre for Faith Enrichment course will explore the four great passages in the Book of Isaiah known as “The Songs of the Suffering Servant”. These “songs” call both Jewish people and Christians to contemplate God’s merciful love in our lives. Christians see this merciful love poured out in the person, mission and suffering of Jesus. Cost: $25. Further info: or to register, visit www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or 08 9241 5221.WEDS, 17 FEB - 9 MARPRAYER: BEING YOURSELF BEFORE GOD

Wednesdays: from 17 February to 9 March; 7pm-9pm, St Andrew’s Parish, Victorsen Parade, Clarkson. This short Centre for Faith Enrichment course, presented by Dr Margaret Scharf, OP, will explore what prayer is, the difference between saying prayers and praying, the many ways we pray as Catholics, and our daily call to deepen our unique relationship with God. Cost: $25. Further info; or to register, www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or 08 9241 5221.THU, 18 FEBHOLY MASS AND HEALING: TALK BY ALAN AMESThe evening will start 7pm with Mass and healing at St Bernadette’s Catholic Church, Jugan St, Glendalough followed by talk and prayers. Alan has been speaking and praying for healing around the world since 1994 and has spoken in more than 40 countries. Alan will speak after the Holy Mass and share his unique conversion experiences. Alan has the permission and support of Archbishop Costelloe for these talks. Further info: Keith 0411 108 525THURS, 18 FEB - 3 MAR LIVING THE FAITH IN THE MODERN WORLDThursdays from 18 February to 3 March; 7pm-9pm, Sacred Heart Parish, 50 Ovens Road, Thornlie. Would you like to explore ways of creating time for connecting with God in your everyday life? Do you sometimes wonder how to live your faith with those close to you who don’t share your faith? Have you ever felt embarrassed to be a Catholic, or found your personal beliefs to be different to those of the Church? This short Centre for Faith Enrichment course, presented by Deacon Greg Lowe, will explore these vital topics – and more! Cost: $20. Further info: or to register, www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or 08 9241 5221.THURS, 18 FEB - 10 MAR LENT IN THE YEAR OF MERCY

Thursdays from 18 February to 10 March; 10am-12pm, Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. Presented by Mr Terry Quinn and Sr Shelley Barlow, RNDM, this short Centre for Faith Enrichment course will explore the four great passages in the Book of Isaiah known as “The Songs of the Suffering Servant”. These “songs” call both Jewish people and Christians to contemplate God’s merciful love in our lives. Christians see this merciful love poured out in the person, mission and suffering of Jesus. Cost: $30. Further info: or to register, www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or call 08 9241 5221.SAT, 20 FEBCHILDREN’S LITURGY OF THE WORDThis workshop prepares and supports those involved in presenting the Good News to children in the best way that they can come to know Jesus. Held on Saturday, 20 February, at the Centre for Liturgy, 28 Marda Way, Nollamara from 10.30am-12.30pm. Registrations essential. Further info and to register: http://liturgy.perthcatholic.org.auSAT, 20 AND TUE, 23 FEBCARITAS PROJECT COMPASSION INTERNATIONAL SPEAKER FROM MALAWIBe inspired by our International guest speaker Martin Mazinga National Programmes Coordinator of the Catholic Development Commission (CADECOM), Caritas Australia’s local partner in Malawi. Hear Martin talk about his work with local communities that tackles inequality at its roots at Sacred Heart Church, Thornlie on Feb. 20 from 7-9pm (Mass at 6pm). Or at UNDA, Fremantle on Feb. 23 from 6pm. RSVP is essential: [email protected] or call 9422 7925 by Friday 12 February.TUES, 23 FEB - 8 MAR DIVE DEEPER: EXPLORING FAITHTuesdays from 23 February to 8 March; 8pm-8.30pm, Online – live and interactive! This short,

user-friendly online Centre for Faith Enrichment course, presented by Rev. Dr Charles Waddell, explores questions of life, faith and meaning. You don’t have to be a “good” Catholic (or a Catholic at all!) – and you can take this course individually, or with a group of friends. Cost: $15. Further info: or register www.cfe.org.au, [email protected], or call 08 9241 5221.FRI, 26 - SUN, 28 FEB MASTER CLASS: YOUTH LEADERSHIP TRAINING 2016Are you an official and endorsed youth leader in a Parish, group or community? You are invited for weekend away to enjoy some time out on the beach and connect with other youth leaders. Be inspired and better equipped in your ministry. Master Class 2016 will take place in Busselton from evening Friday 26 Feb to afternoon Sunday 28 Feb. Cost: $80 incl. accommodation & meals. Further info or to register: Catholic Youth Ministry 08 9422 7912; [email protected]; or www.cym.com.auSUN, 28 FEBTAIZE STYLE EUCHARISTIC ADORATIONA Taize style Eucahristic Adoration for Lent will be held in the Ordinariate Parish of St Ninian & St Chad, 11 Susan St, Maylands on Sunday, 28 February at 7pm. All are welcome to come and participate in this act of Catholic devotion. Further info: 08 9422 7988.E-RECORD NEWSLETTER UPDATELocal news from across our parishes, agencies, schools and organisations can be delivered weekly directly to your inbox via the e-Record e-newsletter. It contains the latest news, events and photos from the Archdiocese. Parishes receive a PDF copy of the e-newsletter to print off and distribute for those who don’t have or don’t use email. Subscribe to the e-newsletter by sending details to [email protected]. Further info: Jamie O’Brien 08 9220 5900.