Above all, keep loving one another earnestly

Jun 09, 2023

KUCHING: The UiTM Young Catholic Undergraduates (YCU) organised the Singai Youth Camp at the Catholic Memorial and Pilgrimage Centre, Mount Singai (CMPC), Bau, Sarawak from May 19 to 21.

The camp was attended by two alumni and 45 students, namely from UiTM Campus Samarahan 1, UiTM Campus Samarahan 2, UNIMAS and Pusat Pembangunan Kemahiran Sarawak (PPKS).

The camp aimed to sow a spirit of unity among students, including alumni, by bringing them together in an environment outside the campus. Instilling a craft attitude among the attendees, the camp’s objective was also to enhance the bonds between the participants and deepen their relationship with God.

By participating in various activities and workshops, the students had the opportunity to develop leadership skills, explore their interests, and cultivate a mindset of craftsmanship in their secular and spiritual lives.

The YCU vice-president Aaron Laing Jeffrey, kicked off the camp with a prayer and at the venue, YCU president, Stella Lungan, introduced the camp’s objectives to the attendees. The talks, based on the theme Above all, keep loving one another earnestly, since love covers a multitude of sins. 1 Peter 4:8 was led by the representative of the exco YCU committee including Urmilla Nangko Tinggom, Sylvia Haren Usat, and Stella Lungan Ayub. The participants also enjoyed the various Praise and Worship sessions as they learnt to connect with God through singing. On the last day, Fr Ramon Borja celebrated the closing Mass, animated by the liturgical ministry, before the attendees took group pictures and helped clean up the venue.

Testimonies
“Singai Camp was full of joy and laughter, and I could also feel Christ’s love for us. I am blessed to be surrounded by new friends who help strengthen my faith through service, prayer, community, and the journey of growing in one heart and one mind.

“Hands down, this is the best camp I have ever attended. It was all fun and games until you needed to go back and climb down the stairs and feel the muscle cramps the next day. Nevertheless, if I were given a chance to join any church or YCU camps again, I would, without any doubt, do so.

“Lastly, God is good all the time, and all the time, God is good.” -- Brenda Wilod Niun

“The feet-washing session was something I have never experienced, as I belong to a different denomination — Borneo Evangelical Mission (BEM). It’s definitely a novelty, and I had the chance to wash my close friends’ feet. I understand that this act is to seek and celebrate reconciliation with others.” -- Aaron Jasper Anak Abang

“The theme of the Singai Youth Camp is suitable for us to practise in our daily lives, as it teaches us to love one another and forgive those who have sinned against us, like God’s eternal and unrestricted forgiveness to us. Although we have done things that we did not mean to do, He still loves us unconditionally and has compassion for all of us.” -- Marcela Satik Anak Thomas Abun

“As I bid you adieu, envision a future where I shall traverse these hallowed grounds once more, ready to serve our Lord Jesus with unwavering devotion. The Singai Youth Camp left an indelible mark on my heart, igniting a flame of passion that shall guide my path for all eternity. -- Dylan Daniel Anak Harry Daniel