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No. 2914
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Perth, Thursday, February 25, 1960
Archbishop Praises Spirit Of Parishioners Giving Altar
MESSAGE FROM THE HONOURABLE A. R. DOWNER, M.P., MINISTER FOR IMMIGRATION, ON CATHOLIC IMMIGRATION SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 1960.
In May last year my family and I had the honour to be granted an audience with His Holiness the
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Former curates in Leederville, the Rev. E. McKenna and the Rev. J. O'Brien, were deacon and sub-deacon respectively. Rt. Rev. Mgr. E. Sullivan and Rt. Rev. Mgr. E. Collins assisted His Grace. Both had served in Leederville parish. Assistant priest was the Rev. C. Stinson while the Rev. F. Walsh and the Rev. D. Foley were masters of ceremonies. Mgr. Sullivan preached on the significance of the Christian altar. His Grace the Archbishop, at the conclusion of Mass, congratulated the people on the splendid spirit that had prompted them to
contribute generously and spontaneously towards the erection of the altar. It was, he said, dignified artistic and devotional worthy of the high and holy purpose for which it was acquired, and worthy of him to whose memory it was erected. It was Sr. D i ancis de Sales who said v at the memory of the dead very often fadel nay with the last toll of ,he funeral bell. The people of Leedefvflle had not forgotten their beloved pastar. Sunday after Sunday as they looked at the altar on v hich the Holy .Sacrifice of the Mass was bc .ng celebrated, they would remember him, who for the space of 39 years had spent himself in their spiritual interest; who had taught them by word and example; who, under God, was responsible for the splendid spirit of faith, piety and devotion that existed in the parish: who, in the course of his pastoral charge, had planned and built the splendid church buildings that would adorn any parish, in any Diocese, in any part of the Christian world. His Grace also complimented Monsignor Lang mead on the fine leadership he was giving his people. In him, Leederville had a very worthy successor to the late Monsignor Moloney. It was scarcely necessary to ask them to co-operate wholeheartedly with Mgr. Langmead, said the Archbishop. With that cooperation, St. Mary's, Leederville, would uphold the splendid traditions and maintain the high standard established by him in whose memory the exquisite altar had been dedicated that day.
Present at this function was Sister Mary Emmanuel of Victoria Square Convent a sister of the late Mgr.
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Moloney. The next important function was evening devotions
and Solemn Benediction. At this function Mgr. Collins gave an appreciation of the character and virtues of the late Mgr. Moloney especially his extraordinary love for the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass. The celebrant at Benediction was Father Foley with the Rev. W. Browne and the Rev. J. Russell deacon and sub -deacon: Father Stinson who exposed the Blessed Sacrament. Mgr. Langmead thanks most sincerely the W.A. Marble and Granite Co. for the magnificent altar they
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constructed, together with
the
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Carilla Bus Children from the Karragullen area attending the parish school at Carilla will now travel each day In a new Volkswagen bus, There are about 60 children attending the school, which is conducted by the Ursuline Sisters. The bus will travel about 50 miles each day. The parish priest, the Rev. P. Nanni, O.M.I., wishes to thank the members of the Order of Mary Immaculate and the Italian Welfare Association of Perth, the Sisters from Carilla and the people from Karragullen and surrounding area for their assistance in acquiring the bus.
Priest Is
Appreciative Rev. J. McCormack wishes to convey his sincere thanks to the Sisters of St.
Joseph of the Sacred Heart for their unremitting care to his sister (Sister M. Francis) in her last illness. Also his thanks to His Grace the Archbishop, His Lordship Bishop Rafferty, the priests who sang the
Solemn Requiem and those who attended. To the many kind people who sent Mass cards, telegrams, cards and messages of condolence Father McCormack wishes that they would accept 'this as acknowledgement and appreciation of their kind sentiments of sympathy.
Pope. The Holy Father expressed great appreciation of what Australia has done to provide opportunities for resettlement in Australia of refugees and migrants from some of the overcrowded countries of the Old World. The Pope also showed his awareness of the sucefforts that are being made in our country to smooth the way for newcomers through an intelligent assimilation policy and to create opportunities for them to build a happy and prosperous new life. The Holy Father gave his good wishes for the future success of Australia's immigration activities. I was greatly heartened by the support of His Holiness in this vital task. I am convinced that our success, so far, and our hopes for the future, rest upon the fact that Australia's immigration policy and laws are ) e administered with emphasis upon Christian and humanitarian principles. In our thinking and planning for immigration we are inspired by an overriding objective-namely, ' that we shall build Australia's population with God-fearing people of good character and ideals. /
Mr. E. Le B. Henderson for his assistance; also Mr. M. O'Brien and his staff for their work in painting the church; Berry Bros. for the necessary repairs and Mr.
Rafes Increase
602 HAY STREET The Town Hall is opposite.
Migration Work Of Church Lauded
His Grace the Archbishop praised the "splendid spirit" of the parishioners of Leederville after he had blessed on Sunday last the marble altar donated by them in memory of their first parish priest, the late Monsignor J. F. Moloney, who had served them for 39 The function commenced with the celebration of Solemn High Mass at which the Archbishop presided. The present parish priest, the Rt. Rev. Mgr. A. T. Langmead was celebrant.
ODDMENTS SACRIFICED! at PILKINGTON'S great
Leederville Memorial Marble Altar W. H. Branch and Carlyle & Co. for the lighting and
public address system. A special expression of gratitude to Fathers Russell, O'Brien, Browne, Dillon, McKenna, Stinson, Rogan, Sullivan, O.M.I., Walsh and Foley together with the Rt. Rev. Monsig-
nori Sullivan and Collins. The choir, to, which ac-
quitted itself admirably; the Sisters for their heavy work so generously done; Mr. Pullan and the altar boys can never be sufficiently thanked as well as all those who so generously subscribed to the appeal.
'Fr. Winston, Well -Known In Archdiocese, Dies In Ireland
"A grand priest" was the tribute of a Franciscan Father when the cabled news arrived from Ireland of the sudden death there of the Rev. Michael John Winston, O.F.M., known in religion as Father Conrad. Father Conrad, formerly a diocesan priest of this Archdiocese and for six years editor of "The Record," had a severe heart attack some months ago. Since then he had been in failing health. His sudden death occurred in Ennis, Ireland, on Feb. 17. Fr. Conrad made his priestly studies at St. Patrick's College, Maynooth, where he received the bachelor of divinity degree. He also majored in English at the National University to secure his B.A. Ordained in 1925, he remained at the seminary for some time owing to ill-health. In the following year he came to the Archdiocese on loan from the Archdiocese of Tuam. Fr. Conrad served at Kalgoorlie, Coolgardie, the Cathedral and Subiaco. He was also chaplain at Clontarf and Gooseberry Hill. or a number of years he was spiritual director of the Third Order of St. Francis. Owing to his literary talents he was appobited managing editor of "The Record" and held office from 1932-38. For a period he also acted as secretary to His Grace the Archbishop. Aspiring to a life of greater perfection, Father Winston entered the novitiate of the Franciscans in 1939.
After profession he was appointed to teach theology at St. Paschal's College, Box Hill, Victoria. Five years later his superiors sent him to Sydney to edit the Franciscan magazine, "The Crusader." During that period Fr. Conrad was able to re-visit
(/Government Thanks Church The Australian Government does not select migrants according to their religious denomination. We have no desire. to determine the composition of our migrant intake on sectarian grounds. But the Government is proud and grateful for the active part that the major religious denominations have played in helping preserve and nourish the spiritual life of our newcomers, thereby adding / to our national strength and character. The Government deeply appreciates the notable ( work that the Roman Catholic Church has per- , formed and the great service it is continuing to provide in the spreading of the VVikd of God and encouraging the spirit of Christian ch ity towards our new citizens. The influence of the Church has thus been pro- , found at all stages of the immigration programme / by helping to develop the spirit of community , service, which is so essential in a great national policy that deals with human souls. I commend the wisdom of the Archbishops and i Bishops who introduced the observance of Immigration Sunday as an annual event of great significance in the Roman Catholic Church. This observance serves to focus attention upon the spiritual aspects of immigrants and, above all, it enlists the powerful aid of prayer to Almighty God to bless this national project, For all this work and encouragement, on behalf of the Government and the Australian people, I express my heartfelt thanks.
Fr. O'Sullivan Opens Open -Air
Social Week At University At an open air lecture last Tuesday evening, Rev. E. O'Sullivan, O.P. held an audience in rapt attention for over an hour as he opened the Christian Social Week with a searching exposition of the "Theology of the Lay Apostolate." his many friends here when
he came West for the Catholic centenary in 1946.
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Shortly afterwards, Fr. Conrad transferred to the Irish Province of the Franciscans. In Ireland he was chiefly engaged in giving retreats in Limerick and latterly in Ennis. "The Record" extends
sincere sympathy to Fr. Conrad's relatives in Ireland. May he rest in peace.
He stressed the active role to be played by lay people in the Church and outlined
The week will conclude
on Sunday evening, Febru-
the main purpose to which their work as lay apostles should be directed. The opening lecture of the Social Week, which is being held at St. Thomas More College has moved out of doors because of the warm weather. Over 160 people attended and took part in the discussion groups. Several problems were raised for Father O'Sullivan to deal with in his summing
ary 28, when the Most Rev. J. J. Rafferty, 1413., will impart Pontifical Benediction and speak at the closing session. All Catholics, particularly those engaged in organisations of the lay apostolate, are invited to be present and the spacious lawns of St. Thomas More College should provide adequate room for a large audience. (The report of Father O'Sullivan's lecture is given
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