Nationwide humanitarian appeal for Thailand, Myanmar

Apr 18, 2025

KUCHING: In response to the devastating earthquake that recently struck Myanmar and Thailand, claiming thousands of lives and displacing countless families, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of Malaysia (CBCM) has launched a Nationwide Humanitarian Appeal calling on all Catholics in Malaysia to respond with prayer, compassion, and generosity.

In a heartfelt message released on Palm Sunday, Archbishop Simon Poh pic, President of CBCM, expressed sorrow over the destruction caused by the earthquake, especially in Myanmar, where many Catholic parishes and missions have been reduced to rubble.

“In the face of such suffering and devastation, we, the Church in Malaysia, are called to respond – not only with compassion and prayers but with concrete acts of solidarity and hope,” Archbishop Simon wrote. “Let us unite our hearts with the people of Myanmar and Thailand during this painful time.”

The humanitarian appeal will run from April 26 to May 31, with multiple avenues for the faithful to contribute:

1. Special Second Collection: To be held during the Masses on Divine Mercy Sunday (April 26–27) in all parishes nationwide.

2. Ongoing Donations:
Cash Donations: May be handed in at any parish office and will be forwarded to Caritas Malaysia.

Online Transfers:
Account Name: Caritas Malaysia
(RHB Bank Act No: 20708200054188
Ref: “CaritasMy Myanmar Relief”
Email the transfer slips to: info@ caritas.org.my

A QR Code for quick online giving is also available.



All funds will be managed by Caritas Malaysia, the official charitable arm of the CBCM, and directed toward trusted local partners focusing on both immediate relief and long-term rebuilding in the most affected and vulnerable communities.

A Call to Prayer and Unity The Malaysian bishops are also urging all Catholics to accompany their giving with fervent prayer — for the victims and their families, for frontline relief workers, and especially for those suffering in silence.

“Let us, as Pilgrims of Hope, bring the light of Christ to those in darkness,” Archbishop Simon said. “May our generous response be a living testimony of the mercy of our Heavenly Father and the unity of the Body of Christ.”