The eRecord Edition #32 - 22 May 2015

22 May 2015

Your news from across the Archdiocese of Perth

Edition #32

WA stars unite for celebration of sport

By Jamie O’Brien ‘GETTING the recipe right’ was the key message of former West Australian cricket player Justin Langer who addressed a congregation of around 450 people last weekend from across Churches in Perth for the second annual joint celebration of sport.

Some six heads of Churches came together to lead the event, which was held at St Mary’s Cathedral. These included Perth Catholic Auxiliary Bishop Don Sproxton, Perth Anglican Archbishop Roger Herft, the Uniting Church’s Moderator Reverend Steve Francis, Pastor Tania Watson from the Churches of Christ, Baptist Union Director Reverend Mark Wilson and Executive Pastor Karen Wilson from Riverview Church.

In his main address, Mr Langer, a former international cricket player who is now coach of the WA Western Warriors cricket team, spoke about his grandmother who, he said, used to make “the best chocolate cake in the world”.

“She learnt the exact amount of eggs, the exact amount of sugar, and the exact amount of chocolate.”

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West Australian cricket player, Justin Langer, addressed a congregation of around 450 people last weekend for the second annual joint celebration of sport..

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But, said Mr Langer, for her to make the best chocolate cake in the world, it took time to get the recipe right.

“To be successful in life, and to be successful in sport,

about getting the right ‘ingredients’. “One is work ethic – no one is successful without working hard and practising hard.

“The second one is hon-

“To be successful in life, to be successful in anything, you have to get the recipe right. We all need a recipe.” to be successful in anything, you have to get the recipe right. We all need a recipe.”

Mr Langer went on to recall a speech that he recently gave to young sportspeople in Brisbane, where he spoke

esty – honesty with other people, being willing to take honest feedback and also being meticulously honest with yourself.

“The third one is respecting the past and learning

from your mistakes and learning from your successes.

“And, finally, you have to celebrate life. You have to celebrate your successes. If you are going to strive for excellence, you must also do it with a smile on your face and you must celebrate this magnificent life.”

Mr Langer went on to speak about his faith, which he says is part of his own recipe.

“Without my faith, I wouldn’t be standing here now,” he said.

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SPECIAL REPORT ON THE WORK OF WOMEN IN THE CHURCH

Margaret’s spiritual health shines forth like a beacon

By Chris Jaques AS A CHILD, Margaret Bowen remembers being in the choir, cleaning the silver at church, and always being aware that “Our Lady had her hands on me, the whole time”.

At nearly 80, and “privileged to have health”, Margaret beams with the immediate energy of a young woman as she described her recently deceased husband Justin as having humility, something she feels we need to aim for in the Church.

The three years before he died, when he was coping with cancer, she says he never complained, and “life was beautiful”.

Born in 1935 in Geraldton into a Catholic family, Margaret grew up at a time when Church, school and home were interlinked, and family life revolved around all three.

An only child, she did her Commercial Junior at Northampton and commenced work for the Road Board Office, which later became the Shire.

This work took her from Geraldton to Trayning and on to Serpentine/Jarrahdale.

The annual Lent book was ticked off with activities undertaken and offered up, and she said no-one ever considered not going to Mass.

For some 20 years after meeting Justin, at 15 or 16 years of age, and marrying at 19, Mass attendance continued but other Church involvement was somewhat sidelined with having four children, running a variety of businesses, having a great social life and moving around a succession of country towns, Justin also working for local shires.

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At nearly 80, and “privileged to have health”, Margaret beams with the immediate energy of a young woman as she tells her story for the special report.

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The moves were made easier because of being able to slot into the next parish, with a “flow on of your faith” from one to the next, together with an immediate recognition of the family given Justin’s position as a shire clerk and the family’s Catholic culture.

The P&F, tuck shop, coaching of sport and school activities dominated. Margaret remembered distinctly a

happy to talk about and share her faith which, she said, kept her going after her husband’s death.

Margaret has been involved over the years in organising Cenacles, regular prayer evenings, Holy Hours, 48-hour Rosary bouquets, the program in 1996 for the pilgrim statue at the Cathedral, Eucharistic Adoration and the nine-month Novena for

Margaret attributes the success of the Country Days of reflection to the intercession of Our Lady. moment in Northam when parish priest, Fr John Dwyer, stopped her in a rush one day, when she commented on her busyness, to say, “What about your spiritual health, Margaret?”

Margaret Bowen’s spiritual health shines forth like a beacon. Her home is warm and welcoming, filled with religious symbols, and she is

priests. Most proud of the three-times-per-year Country Days of Reflection, she attributes the success of the 20-year program directly to the intercession of Our Lady.

Her stories are fascinating. On one occasion at St Mary’s Cathedral, thinking the seminarians were bringing down a statue of Our Lady in procession and being told

they weren’t, Margaret went looking for bearers to find a tall, well-dressed man at the entrance. On asking him to help, he said yes and that he had been waiting for a sign to take up his vocation.

That was Father Don Kettle, who went on to succeed Fr Phelan at City Beach, Margaret and Justin’s parish.

Margaret recalls her 1987 pilgrimage to Medjugorje was a turning point. Living in Northam at the time, and attending a weekly Life in the Spirit course she had organised in her home with assistant priest Fr Tom McDonald, Margaret heard of the apparitions and was seized with a “burning desire to go”.

Having “cut [her] teeth on Fatima”, she made a deal with a friend to look after her beauty salon for “16 sleeps” in exchange for a special request of prayers.

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SPECIAL REPORT ON THE WORK OF WOMEN IN THE CHURCH

Mayumi comes in regularly on her days off to Mercy Place and sings beautifully while one of our residents faultlessly plays our grand piano.

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Perth nursing assistant has X Factor AUSTRALIANS may soon become aware of a well-kept secret that residents and staff at Claremont aged care home Mercy Place Mont Clare have been privy to for a while – their much-loved nursing assistant has the voice of an angel.

Filipino-born Mayumi Morales, 19, who began working for Mercy Health soon after migrating to Australia with her family in May last year, has passed the first audition for the popular X Factor talent show and will soon hear if she has passed the second audition to go onto participating in the next series.

Ms Morales, who belongs to the Youth for Christ community, studied music at the University of the Philippines and majored in classical voice, admits that gaining the opportunity to perform on the hit TV show would be a dream come true.

“My passion is singing and

I was lucky enough to travel to Hollywood when I was 13 to represent the Philippines in the world championships of performing arts,” she says.

“Since I’ve lived in Perth, the residents where I work at Mercy Place Mont Clare have encouraged me to follow my

me I have a lovely voice and are totally supportive of my dream to become an opera singer one day.”

Mercy Health WA State Manager, Ms Anita Ghose, says Mayumi is a wonderful member of the Mercy Health team who brings great joy to

“My passion is singing and I was lucky enough to travel to Hollywood when I was 13 to represent the Philippines in the world championships of performing arts” dreams; they love to hear me sing, particularly our residents living with dementia, and they’ve asked me to perform for them many times.

“I was very nervous to take part in the auditions, but have been supported so much by my family, my work colleagues and the residents, who are continuously telling

residents with her enormous vocal talent.

“Mayumi comes in regularly on her days off and sings beautifully while one of our residents faultlessly plays our grand piano. Their performances are incredible and our residents are absolutely captivated.

“The whole team at Mercy

Health, and particularly our residents, are keeping everything crossed that Mayumi gains the opportunity to perform on the X Factor; she has an incredible talent and also has a huge fan club in our residents and staff.”

Ms Morales will learn in late May if she has been successful in her second X Factor audition.

Mercy Health is a Catholic community not-for-profit provider of care, founded by the Sisters of Mercy and grounded in a 2,000-year history of caring for those in need. The organisation is a national service provider of health and aged care throughout Victoria, Southern New South Wales, Western Australia and the Australian Capital Territory.

In Western Australia, the organisation cares for over 300 people across six residential homes, with 78 independent living units.

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St Vincent de Paul Society seek to Rebuild Lives this winter WESTERN AUSTRALIA’S largest and most trusted emergency relief provider, the St Vincent de Paul Society, has launched its 2015 Winter Appeal, and is asking the community to support Vinnies in its efforts to Rebuild Lives this winter.

St Vincent de Paul Society WA CEO, Mark Fitzpatrick, said its emergency relief call centre was already struggling to keep up with the number of calls the volunteers were receiving on a daily basis, and this is expected to increase over the winter season.

“Sadly, too many Western Australians will experience a long, cold and often lonely winter,” Mr Fitzpatrick said.

Unfortunately, the St Vincent de Paul Society expects the trends of the past few years to continue, meaning we will see an increase in demand for assistance over the coming months.

“With a fragile job market, energy prices and housing costs high and the cost of living increasing, more families are struggling to make ends meet and cover basic household expenses,” Mr Fitzpatrick said.

In the last three months, from the beginning of January to the end of March this year, the St Vincent de Paul Society received over 7,869 calls for assistance: that’s over 100 calls a day being received by volunteers in the Belmont Call Centre which operates from 9am to 1pm, Monday to Friday. In the same three-month time period, the Society has provided $498,615 dollars in support to people in WA. That’s just under half a million, just in

In the last three months, the St Vincent de Paul Society received over 7,869 calls for assistance: that’s over 100 calls a day being received by volunteers in the Belmont Call Centre.

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emergency relief assistance alone to people in WA. Most of the requests are for food, followed by assistance with utility bills and then rent.

“Our members and volunteers see the struggles many people face each and every day. By donating to the Vinnies Winter Appeal, you can help us continue this crucial work and make a real difference by helping rebuild lives this winter.

“The St Vincent de Paul Society is really concerned about the long-term impact of current cost of living pressures. There’s no question that the current situation is impacting on many people and making it incredibly difficult for them to provide the basics for their families,” Mr Fitzpatrick said. The appeal

runs from the beginning of May to the end of August. To donate, please go to www.vinnies.org.au.

Key Facts: • In 2013/14, the St Vincent de Paul Society in WA assisted more than 38,000 people in emergency relief assistance alone, making 29,448 home visits.

• During that time, the Society provided over $2.5 million, just in emergency relief assistance.

• The St Vincent de Paul Society is the only charity that undertakes “home visitation”, in an attempt to prevent homelessness and service the needs of those disadvantaged in our community.

• In 2013/14, the Society provided 13,870 nights’ sleep for those suf-

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fering from homelessness in various locations in WA. • 12.4 per cent of West Australians are currently living below the poverty line and even more are experiencing housing stress.

• The Society runs WA’s only three-tier mental health recovery service, which also helps those who have experienced homelessness and have a mental health illness.

• With the Rotary Club of Perth, the St Vincent de Paul Society runs WA’s only resource centres for street-present young people aged between 12 and 25 - Passages Resource Centres in Northbridge and Peel, servicing over 2,000 homeless young people per year (www. passagesresourcecentre.com).

PANORAMA

What’s happening around the Archdiocese CARITAS PRAYER FOR NEPAL Loving God, we pray for all those affected by the earthquake in Nepal as we offer the words of the Psalmist, “Be strong and take heart, also hope in the Lord” (Psalm 31:25) May those who are paralysed by fear… Be strong and take heart May those who have lost or are still searching for loved ones… Be strong and take heart May those who remain trapped under rubble… Be strong and take heart May those rescue workers who provide relief and recovery…

Be strong and take heart May those who are moved with compassion to help… Be strong and take heart God, whose love knows no bounds, fill all those who suffer with your comfort and peace We ask all this through Christ, our Lord.

Amen THURSDAY, 21 - THURSDAY, 28 MAY Psychology and Spirituality: Discovering the Link Much of today’s research tells us that we can’t aspire towards psychological growth without also aiming at spiritual maturity. The end goal of every human person is to grow in his or her capacity to love with less and less interference from our tendency towards selfishness and selfcentredness. To guide us, the course will use both psychological concepts and examples as well as experiences from Christian mystics. This course is presented by the Maranatha Centre, every Thursday (two classes), 1-3pm, with Sr Jacqueline Jones SJA at the Albert Lynch Room, St Benedict’s Parish, 115 Ardross St, Applecross.

Further info: 08 9241 5221, maranatha@ceo.wa.edu.au.

FRIDAY, 22 - SATURDAY, 23 MAY International Symposium opposing Euthanasia and Assisted Suicide The Rydges South Park Hotel in Adelaide is to host the first international symposium in the southern hemisphere by the Euthanasia Prevention Coalition EDITION #32 | 22 MAY 2015

International. (Previous symposia were held in New York, Vancouver, Edinburgh and Toronto.) Presentations will be given by international speakers and experts opposing euthanasia and assisted suicide, and testimonials by those affected by euthanasia.

Also covered will be mechanisms for fighting legalisation and how to ‘do media.’ Further content includes ethics, research, networking and a symposium dinner. Further info: www.conf.noeuthanasia.org.au.

SATURDAY, 23 - SUNDAY 24 MAY MenAlive at Victoria Park MenAlive is holding a gathering for men over 18 years of age at St Joachim’s Parish, Shepperton Rd, Victoria Park on 23 and 24 May. The event aims to encourage Catholic men to come together to share the stories of their lives, the challenges they face and the hopes they have discovered in seeking to walk the journey with God. The most important aspect of the weekend is the space for men to reflect as well as the opportunity to share with one another - with a sense of purpose and mission. Further info: Kevin 0437 618 199.

SUNDAY, 24 MAY Mater Ecclesiae Cathedral Concert On Sunday, 24 May at 7.15pm in St Mary’s Cathedral, the cathedral choir, organ and soloist Carly Power will perform the first of the cathedral’s 2015 Concert Series. This candle-lit event has as its theme the Mother of the Church and celebrates Mary through music on the Solemnity of Pentecost. The program contains an eclectic mix of works ranging from Victoria and ancient Pentecost chants to Messiaen and contemporary Australian organ works. Tickets $25 ($20 concession) from Cathedral Piety Stall or book online at: http:// www.trybooking.com/123583. Preconcert dinner discount: ‘Early dinner’ smorgasbord (5-7pm) - special Cathedral Concert price of $35 on presentation of concert ticket. Prebookings essential. Part proceeds from the 2015 Concert Series go towards the Cathedral’s fundraising appeal. Further info: Jacinta 08 9223 1377, music.cathedral@ perthcatholic.org.au.

Woman in Gold Movie The Edmund Rice Centre, Mirrabooka will host a film afternoon on Sunday, 24 May at Cinema Paradiso in Northbridge, 3pm afternoon tea, 4pm film screening, showing Woman in Gold, the remarkable true story of one woman’s journey to reclaim her heritage and seek justice for what happened to her family. Sixty years after she fled Vienna during World War II, an elderly Jewish woman,

Maria Altmann, starts her journey to retrieve family possessions seized by the Nazis, among them Klimt’s famous painting The Lady in Gold.

Starring Helen Mirren, Ryan Reynolds, Daniel Brühl, Katie Holmes. $25 per ticket. All proceeds will support the Edmund Rice Centre’s programs for Aboriginal and Refugee Migrant Youth. For tickets and further info: 08 9440 0625, info@ercm.org.au.

MONDAY, 25 MAY - MONDAY, 29 JUNE Creation and Evolutionary Christianity This Maranatha course looks at evolution from within a Christian framework. Scientific discoveries have challenged long-held theological views with Christian thinkers articulating a reasoned response which integrates science and their Christian faith. Explore these exciting developments through the writings of contemporary Christian thinkers, including Elizabeth Johnson, John Haught and Denis Edwards. This course is every Monday (6 classes), 7-9pm with John Auer at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview. Further info: 08 9241 5221, maranatha@ceo. wa.edu.au.

TUESDAY, 26 MAY Sorry Day Commemoration Event Reconciliation WA and Bringing Them Home invite you to attend the Sorry Day commemoration event at Wellington Square, East Perth on Tuesday, 26 May, 9.45am–1.45pm.

This year’s public event will be exciting, eventful and meaningful for the whole community. Further info: 08 9420 7206, admin@ reconciliationwa.org.au.

Sorry Day Event - Edmund Rice Network The Edmund Rice Network Annual Reconciliation Lecture takes place on Tuesday, 26 May at 7.30pm in the Arts Learning Area, CBC Fremantle College, 51 Ellen St, Fremantle. Entry $5 donation. Guest speaker is Cindy Solonec, a Nigena woman from the West Kimberley who will explore the social history of marginalised peoples, their strong Catholic environment and traditions and their sense of place and attachment to country. Further info: Damien Walsh 08 9365 2812, dawalsh@edmundrice.org.

THURSDAY, 28 MAY Understanding Grief and Loss Anglicare WA offers a workshop on Thursday, 28 May that explores what loss is and how loss manifests itself in everyday life. It is relevant for anyone who works with people affected by grief or loss, whether from bereavement, terminal illness or family separation. Training will

provide practical skills when assisting and companioning others through the grief process and to be able recognise the different stages of grief along the journey. It runs from 9.30am–4.30pm in Gosnells and costs $215 (incl GST) per person. Bookings are essential.

Further info: training@anglicarewa. org.au.

Yendi College Project Fundraiser Kindly join Fr Erasmus with Archbishop Emeritus Barry Hickey and the Hon Jan Norberger, MLA of Joondalup at a Fundraising Dinner for the Yendi College Project on Thursday, 28 May at the Hans Cafe, Joondalup (near corner Grand Boulevard and Boas Ave). The Yendi College Project aims at supporting the many disadvantaged local boys and girls by providing them with quality trained teachers. Tickets cost $60 per participant and can be paid in cash at the registration desk on arrival.

Further info and to RSVP: Fr Erasmus at enorview@our.ecu.edu.au.

FRIDAY, 29 MAY Praying our experiences A focused prayer and contemplation time with talks on the theme of Pentecost - Growing Awareness of God in my Every Day will take place at Mary MacKillop Centre, 16 York St, South Perth on Friday, 29 May promptly from 10.30am-12 noon and again from 6.30-8pm followed by personal time in the chapel or garden.

Optional sharing of one’s faith with others on the journey adds to the richness of this experience. Parking is free. Further info and to RSVP: contact Laura McCarthy on 08 9334 0999 or via email at laura.mccarthy@sosj.org. au.

CCR Together The next CCR Together meeting takes place at the Orana Catholic Primary School Hall, 38 Querrin Ave, Willetton commencing with Rosary at 7pm and Praise and Worship at 7.30pm. The evening will include a collection for the ongoing work of Renewal in the Archdiocese, and will conclude with a light supper. Further info: Dan Hewitt 0409 849 049, daniel.hewitt5@ bigpond.com.

FRIDAY, 29 - SUNDAY, 31 MAY From Faith to Passion This retreat, presented by the Monks of New Norcia, looks at moving From Faith to Passion: Our Journey with Jesus to Jerusalem and Easter. The retreat takes place at the New Norcia Guesthouse, Great Northern Hwy, New Norcia and begins with Vespers at 6.30pm Friday concluding with lunch on Sunday, 20 to 22 March.

Suggested cost is $250 (for those who can’t afford it, please do discuss this with the Guesthouse). Further

info: Bernadette 08 9654 8002, guesthouse@newnorcia.wa.edu.au.

FRIDAY, 29 MAY – MONDAY, 1 JUNE Mariapolis 2015 The Focolare movement invites you to Mariapolis 2015. This year’s theme on the Eucharist will give importance to the amazing impact that this Sacrament has on our personal spiritual lives and on our connections with one another. The program will underscore how the Eucharistic presence of Jesus can transform us and enable us to transform the society around us, if we begin from ourselves and from our own environment. The Mariapolis is a time of refreshment and spiritual renewal which is open to people of every age and walk of life. To be held at Orchard Glory Farm Resort, Bindoon. Further info and cost: Focolare Centre, 08 9349 4052 or ffperth@iprimus.com.au.

SATURDAY, 30 MAY Love Healing Ministry This opportunity for healing prayer is conducted after the 6pm Vigil Mass at the parish of Our Lady Queen of Martyrs Church, 77 Seventh Ave, Maylands. Receive healing prayer from the prayer teams, receive absolution through the Sacrament of Penance, or sit for a personal chat with Emeritus Archbishop Hickey.

Further info: Gilbert 0431 570 322, or Fr David 08 9376 173.

FRIDAY, 5 - SATURDAY, 6 JUNE Life After Death - A Firsthand Story Come and listen to a first-hand story of Ian McCormack who was night diving off the island of Mauritius when he was stung multiple times

by Box Jellyfish, which are among the most venomous creatures in the world. His testimony relates to how he clung to life while getting to hospital, was declared clinically dead soon afterwards, and how during this time he had an encounter which radically changed the direction of his life. Ian will share his story on Friday, 5 June and Saturday, 6 June, 7.30pm at the Octagon Theatre, University of WA. Free tickets available at http:// ticketswa.com/event/evening-ianmccormack. Further info or bookings: 08 6488 2440 between 12 noon-4pm.

FRIDAY, 12 - SUNDAY, 14 JUNE Three-Day Healing Retreat Come and experience God’s merciful love, forgiveness and deliverance on this three-day residential healing retreat led by the Vincentian Fathers from 8.30am on Friday, 12 to 5pm on Sunday, 14 June at Epiphany Retreat Centre, 50 Fifth Ave, Rossmoyne.

Cost $230, register at www.vpcp.org. au. Further info: Lin 0419 041 188, vincentiansperth@yahoo.com.

New Norcia Spirituality Retreat The Monks of New Norcia will be presenting a spirituality retreat titled EDITION #32 | 22 MAY 2015

Following Christ is the authentic Christian Spirituality. There has been a competing ‘spirituality market’ from the earliest days of Christianity. St Paul commented on it: some of his Corinthian converts were saying, I am for Paul… Apollos… Cephas…

Christ. Paul said Has Christ been divided? (1 Cor 1:12-13) How can we find, recognise and live true Christian spirituality today? Further info and bookings: Bernadette 0896 548 002, guesthouse@newnorcia.wa.edu.au.

SUNDAY, 14 JUNE World Apostolate of Fatima You are invited to attend a Eucharistic Hour at 3pm, in St Jerome Parish, 36 Troode Street, Munster. All are welcome. Further info: 9339 2614.

St Anthony’s Day Mass and Procession St Anthony of Padua Parish in Wanneroo will celebrate the Feast of itsPatron on Sunday, 14 June with a special Mass at 11am after which there will be food and family entertainment in the grounds of theprimary school. A procession will take place at 2pm followed

by Benediction and preaching at 2.30pm. All are welcome. Further info: Jeanette 08 9405 1110, wanneroo@perthcatholic.org.au.

WEDNESDAY, 17 - 24 JUNE Mediaeval Monastic Wisdom This study week explores the development of the monastic movement in the mediaeval Church from 500 to 1500, with an emphasis on examination of primary sources.

The pastoral implications of these writings for us in the 21st century will be the major focus. One-week intensive course from 17-24 June at Pilgrim College, University of Divinity, Melbourne. Further info: New Norcia Institute for Benedictine Studies 08 9654 8371, carmel.posa@new.norcia. wa.edu.au.

FRIDAY, 19 JUNE Ignite Youth - Perth The third of six exciting evenings in 2015 for teens and young adults. This event includes music, inspirational talks and opportunities for reconciliation and prayer. Not to be missed! Venue info to follow. Future dates: 14 August, 16 October and 27 November. Further info: 08 9422 7912, admin@cym.com.au, perth@ igniteyouth.com or visit www. igniteyouth.com/perth.

FRIDAY, 19 - SUNDAY, 21 JUNE Faithfully Together at New Norcia Reading Weekend: Faithfully together as One Body of Christ - Retreat guide, Sr Jill O’Brien SGS will share how worship is pivotal to the life of a Benedictine community and, indeed, to all Christians and will trace the evolution of Christian worship. There will be focus on liturgical issues relating to inculturation, popular religion, and the social responsibility

that authentic worship requires.

Consideration will be given to some social issues and their impact on our worship: the break-up of the parish community and decline in church attendance; the clergy shortage; ecumenical liturgical cooperation and interreligious dialogue; the credibility of preaching; and how worship welcomes or excludes the marginalised. The text for this weekend is: Worship by Keith Pecklers sj. Recommended cost for the weekend is $300. Further info and bookings: Dr Carmel Posa sgs 0896 548 371, carmel.posa@newnorcia. wa.edu.au.

SATURDAY, 20 AND SUNDAY, 21 JUNE Monster Book Sale Pater Noster Parish Myaree will be holding a Monster Book Sale with all types of pre-loved books. Saturday, 20 and Sunday, 21 June from 9am-4pm in the school parish hall. Entry from Evershed St, Myaree. Further info and to donate books: Margaret 08 9330 3848.

SUNDAY, 21 JUNE Celebrate World Refugee Day Come and join in a welcome to all former refugees and asylum seekers who contribute so much to WA communities at Perth Town Hall, 1pm for a 1.30pm start, 3.45pm finish. There will be guest speakers, performance art, and acknowledging the journey. Childminding is available. The 2015 theme is With courage let us all combine from the Australian National Anthem.

TUESDAY, 23 AND SATURDAY 27 JUNE eConference: Religion - Catalyst for Violence or Peace?

The Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation is facilitating this 2015 eConference which will probe the Abrahamic traditions for answers to religion being a catalyst for violence or peace. It takes place at the Newman Siena Centre, Doubleview from 10am-2.30pm on Tuesday, 23 June (with lunch provided) and at Bateman Parish on Saturday, 27 June (BYO lunch) from 10am-2.30pm. To register, and further info: 08 9241 5221 or maranatha@ceo.wa.edu.au.

FRIDAY, 10 - SUNDAY, 12 JULY Veritas Youth Festival Save the date for this future youth rally coming to Perth. The truth really will set you free...!

MONDAY, 7 - WEDNESDAY, 23 SEPTEMBER 17-Day Pilgrimage Discover the jewels of Spain, Portugal and France visiting Barcelona, Monserrat, Zaragoza, Avila, Fatima and coming alongside the incorruptible bodies of St Bernadette of Lourdes, St John Vianney of Ars, St Thérèse of Lisieux, St Vincent de Paul and St Catherine Labouré. 17

days away, consisting of 15 nights between 7 and 23 September.

Pilgrimage spiritual director is Fr Michael Quynh Do. Further info: Sheila 0433 771979, Sue 0421 835408.

SATURDAY, 31 OCTOBER SUNDAY, 22 NOVEMBER 23-Day Pilgrimage Join a 23-day pilgrimage through Central and Eastern Europe departing Perth Saturday, 31 October and returning to Perth Sunday, 22 November. The program includes visits to Poland, Czech Republic, Austria, Hungary, Bosnia and Herzegovina, Croatia, and Italy. Deposit required

by Sunday, 1 February with final payment due by Sunday, 3 May. Pilgrimage spiritual director is Fr John Piumatti. Cost is $6,200.00 per person. Further info: Francis Williams, Tour Coordinator 9459 3873, 0404 893877, perthfamily888@gmail.com.

EVERY FIRST FRIDAY OF THE MONTH Catholic Faith Renewal 7.30pm at St John and Paul’s Parish, Pinetree Gully Road, Willetton.

Songs of Praise, sharing by a Priest, Thanksgiving Mass and light refreshments after Mass. All welcome to attend and we encourage you to bring your family and friends. Enq: Ann 0412 166 164, Ivan 0428 898 833.

EVERY SATURDAY Commencing February 28 at 9am, The Instinct to Heal’ Holistic Health (24 sessions). From 10.30am -1pm, Internalize principles of successful relationships and use emotional intelligence and communication skills. For couples, singles, parents and families. Prayer meetings held every 2nd Thursday. Enq: Eva 0409 405 585 or 9418 1439; rcpd.net.au

GENERAL ADULT FAITH ENRICHMENT Enrolments remain open for Term One 2015 courses at the Maranatha Centre for Adult Faith Formation, the Archdiocesan agency for adult faith education, where you can enrich your understanding of the Catholic faith.

Further info and for details of the exciting courses on offer: 08 9241 5221 or visit www.maranathacentre. org.au.

FREE ROSARY BEADS Free Rosary beads are available for schools’ First Holy Communion, Confirmation and for local and overseas missions to promote the faith. Further info: Felicia on 0429 173 541 or Hiep on 0409 128 638.