Malaysian Church News
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To be signed and sealed and delivered
Mar 10, 2024
There was an air of anticipation as the faithful gathered at the Church of the Assumption in Penang and Our Mother of Perpetual Help in Ipoh at two special Masses on February 17 and 18, respectively. For they were there to witness and to celebrate the Rite of Election for 229 of our brothers and sisters in the Diocese of Penang who will be baptised at Easter.
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Celebrating 48 years of Catholic healthcare
Mar 10, 2024
It was the heartbeat of love that drew a community of friends, family, former patients, donors, and supporters of Mount Miriam Cancer Hospital (MMCH) for its 48th Anniversary Thanksgiving Gathering on February 21.
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Encouraging revival of BEC activities
Mar 10, 2024
In several parishes, the revival of BEC activities and gatherings post-pandemic has been met with a lukewarm response from the members. Despite these challenges, the Permas Jaya BEC of the Church of St Joseph successfully organised a Chinese New Year celebration for its members on February 24.
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Inter-Faith dinner promotes unity among diverse faiths
Mar 10, 2024
In a display of unity and diversity, over 100 adherents from various religions gathered at the Raintree Club, for an inter-faith dinner.
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A gift for parishioners by parishioners
Mar 10, 2024
The parishioners of the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit have given each other a special gift from the heart.
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Understanding the Israeli-Palestinian conflict
Mar 10, 2024
To foster a deeper understanding of the Israeli-Palestinian issue, the Cathedral of the Holy Spirit hosted a forum which was attended by over a hundred people.
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Avid promoter of interreligious dialogue passes away
Mar 10, 2024
Fr Aloysious Mowe, SJ of the Society of Jesus in Malaysia- Singapore Region (MAS) passed away on February 23 at University of Malaya Medical Centre, Petaling Jaya.
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Franciscan friar ordained deacon
Mar 01, 2024
Friar Nelson Evarinus Sipalan OFM was ordained to the Order of Deacons at the Church of St Ann by Archbishop Simon Poh, January 14.
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Kuantan parish participates in state level MADANI programme
Mar 01, 2024
The inaugural Pahang state level Harmony MADANI programme coincided with the 2024 World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW), heralding a significant step towards fostering mutual understanding and respect among different cultures and religions.
Sunday Reflection
Jesus did not turn away from His mission
Today, Palm or Passion Sunday, is the first day of Holy Week, the high point of the Church’s year, climaxing in the Easter Triduum: Holy Thursday, Good Friday, and the Easter Vigil on Holy Saturday.