St John’s Cathedral celebrates two events on Jan 8

Jan 19, 2018

By Bernard Anthony
 “We are gathered here to close the liturgical Season of Christmas with the celebration of the Baptism of the Lord, and also to mark the Anniversary of the Dedication of the Cathedral of St John the Evangelist,” said Msgr Leonard Lexson at the special 1.00pm Mass on January 8, 2018.

The Cathedral of St John the Evangelist was built in 1955, replacing the old St John’s Church (now used as the Community Services Centre). The parish of St John the Evangelist has a history dating back to 1883. This year marks its 135 years of existence.

In his homily, Msgr Leonard said we are here for two purposes. Firstly, to remember our Advent preparation. We enter into Christmas which ends with the Baptism of the Lord (January 8). Christ’s baptism is to restore us, giving us a message of peace, love, hope and goodwill.

The other purpose is the Solemnity of the Anniversary of the Dedication on Jan 8. “All of us gathered here to thank God for his blessing on our cathedral.”

“We dedicate ourselves wholeheartedly to the Lord and remember all who have been part of this cathedral. We thank God for all the blessings He has bestowed on this church and on us.”