Touched by a priest

Within the vibrant parish community of the Church of St Anthony, Pudu, a remarkable transformation is unfolding. Here, a young couple, once consumed by worldly desires, has found a new path, guided by the narratives and spiritual leadership of their parish priest, Fr Dr Clarence Devadass.

Jul 05, 2024

Kumaran and Elvina with their parish priest Fr Dr Clarence Devadass.


Within the vibrant parish community of the Church of St Anthony, Pudu, a remarkable transformation is unfolding. Here, a young couple, once consumed by worldly desires, has found a new path, guided by the narratives and spiritual leadership of their parish priest, Fr Dr Clarence Devadass. His teachings seamlessly weave the wisdom of the Bible into the fabric of everyday life, offering hope in a world often overshadowed by materialism.

Among the many souls touched by his ministry are Elvina and Kumaran, a mixed-marriage couple. United in marriage at the Church of St Anthony in 2012, they were once mere Sunday church attendees. However, through Fr Clarence’s teachings, they found answers to their questions and guidance for their journey, both individually and as a couple, within the church community.

“Our New Year resolutions, once filled with worldly ambitions, have undergone a significant shift. Inspired by Fr Clarence’s teachings, our vision board now reflects a spiritual journey,” shared Kumaran.

Transitioning from sporadic church attendance to faithfully attending novenas together every week after work, the couple has embraced a lifestyle centred on prayer and reflection. They have traded materialistic pursuits for the deeper nourishment found in reciting the daily Rosary and meditating on God’s Word.

“Little did we know that these changes, integrating God into our daily lives, have transformed us into better individuals and strengthened our relationships with each other, our families, friends, colleagues, and the broader community,” Kumaran reflected.

Embracing the call to serve, the couple has become actively involved in parish ministries and outreach programmes, extending their hands to the marginalised, both within and beyond the church walls.

For Kumaran, perhaps the most profound change has been his own spiritual journey. Accompanying his wife to Sunday Mass for 12 years without fully embracing the faith, Fr Clarence’s gentle guidance has opened his heart to the beauty of Catholicism. This July marks the beginning of his journey through the Rite of Christian Initiation for Adults (RCIA), a significant step towards fully embracing the Catholic faith.

“Through his unwavering commitment and deep understanding of the faith, Fr Clarence has been a guiding light in our marital journey, impacting lives far beyond the confines of our parish community,” Kumaran acknowledged.

The transformation experienced by this couple stands as a testament to the transformative power of faith. It serves as a poignant reminder that, by centering our lives on God and the Holy Spirit, we can undergo profound changes that lead to a more purposeful and fulfilling existence.

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Robert Clive Fernandez [email protected]
Congrats to you both doing god works in a spiritual way. Stay blessed and be blessed.