Focus

Jane soaks in her investiture

Oct 13, 2023

Nine months following her recognition as a recipient of the Member of the Order of the British Empire (MBE) award, Jane Chelliah-Manning received her medal at Windsor Castle on September 26.
Bishops should get regular performance reviews

Oct 06, 2023

As the Synod on Synodality is currently underway, we have heard much talk from the information-gathering process about greater inclusion and diversity in Church governance. However, there has been little discussion about the shape of the Church hierarchy, particularly with respect to accountability
The living Church of the faith-filled and departed

Oct 06, 2023

A synodal Church must sincerely listen to the profound questions of truth, faith, and belonging of those Catholics who have walked away
Sr Maria Filia Docilis professes perpetual vows

Oct 06, 2023

On the feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, September 8, the Church of the Immaculate Conception witnessed the solemn yet joyous celebration of Sr Maria Filia Docilis (Amy Cheah) as she professed her perpetual vows in the Institute Servants of the Lord and the Virgin of Matará.
Things to know about the Synod on Synodality

Sep 29, 2023

The eyes of the Catholic world turn to Rome on October 4, 2023 as the worldwide Synod of Bishops convenes on the feast of St Francis of Assisi to focus on “synodality” and understanding what it means in terms of “communion, participation and mission” in the Church.
The synod's priorities are communion, participation, mission — not who can be priests

Sep 22, 2023

According to the media, the most important issues facing the Synod on Synodality are the possibility of married priests, women deacons and the blessing of gay couples.
The Synod? “It must succeed, otherwise it will be a disaster”

Sep 22, 2023

The concerns are all the greater because some people in Rome are having trouble grasping the contours of this great reflection on the future of the Catholic Church.
Is opposition to the Synod rooted in a mistrust of the Holy Spirit?

Sep 22, 2023

Pope Francis has been the subject of what seems like unrelenting criticism for several years.
Small parish community embodies synodal journey

Sep 22, 2023

The recent parish feast day celebration at the Church of Our Lady of Good Health in Parit Buntar, Perak was a time of festivity, prayer, and thanksgiving for the parishioners.
Pope Francis’ six great moments in Mongolia

Sep 15, 2023

Here is a round-up of Pope Francis’ trip to Mongolia, a central Asian country with around 1,500 Catholics.