Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ,
Peace of Christ!
This Jubilee Year happens to be the 12th edition of the “24 hours for the Lord”. It is Pope Francis’ initiative of prayer and reconciliation celebrated around the dioceses of the world. It should take place just before the 4th Sunday of Lent. Since the Jubilee of 2025 has been devoted to hope, the motto chosen by the Holy Father is taken from the words of the Psalmist, “You are my hope” (Ps. 71:5).
Announcements 堂讯
Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ
Peace of Christ! Let us love God, for He loved us first (1 John 4:19).
27th June 2025 will mark the end of a special jubilee that began on 27th December 2023. This jubilee commemorates the 350th anniversary of the apparition of Our Lord to St Margaret Mary Alacoque. This first apparition which took place on 27th Dec 1673, was appropriately the feast of St John the Evangelist. In this particular vision, Christ allowed St Margaret Mary, in the manner of the Evangelist, to lay her head upon His Heart.
Lent is a sacred time of prayer, fasting, and almsgiving—a season to share hope, love, and kindness with those in need. Your giving makes a difference. Let’s come together as a faith community to extend Christ’s love to the poor and vulnerable.
Lenten envelopes are available however in line with Laudato Si take an envelope if you require a receipt. The boxes to drop the envelopes/donations will be placed at the exits of the church.
四旬期是一个神圣的时日，透过祈祷、禁食和施舍，我们与有需要的人们分享爱、善与希望。您的奉献将为他人带来改变。
身为信仰团体的一份子，且让我们一块儿将基督的爱传递给贫困和弱势群体。
四旬期奉献信封已备妥，为响应《愿祢受赞颂》通谕的精神，若您需要收据，请自取信封。奉献信封或捐款的箱子将会放置在教堂出口处。
Payee: MJD OFFICE FOR HUMAN DEVELOPMENT
Bank Acc No: 010370010027448 (Alliance Bank Malaysia Bhd)
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Mass on Fridays during lent will be after the 6.30pm Way of the Cross in English.
The Way of the Cross in Mandarin will be at 8.30pm.
四旬期的星期五弥撒将在傍晚6点30分的英语苦路善功之后举行。
华语的苦路善功则在晚上8点30分举行。
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Date: 25 to 28 March 2025 (Tuesday to Thursday)
Time: 7.00pm to 9.00pm.
During the Confesseion, there will be Eucharistic Adoration followed by Benediction.
2025年 3 月 25 日（周二）至 28 日（周四）
晚上 7:00 至 9:00。
每晚的告解时段也会有明供圣体，并以圣体降福结束。
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29th March 2025 - Youth at 12.00pm in St James Hall by Fr Francis Lim SJ
29th March 2025 - English at 7.30pm in St James Hall by Fr Francis Lim SJ
2025年3月29日 - 英文组-
青年 - 中午12点在圣雅各伯礼堂举行。
主讲者：方济各 林神父（耶稣会士）
成人- 晚上7点30分在圣雅各伯礼堂举行。
主讲者：方济各 林神父（耶稣会士）
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We give thanks to the Lord for BE Paul Tan on the occasion of his 85th birthday on 5th April 2025 at the 5:00pm Mass. A fellowship dinner follows after the Mass.
我们将于2025年4月5日傍晚五点的弥撒中，为陈志音--保禄荣休主教八十五岁诞辰献上感恩。弥撒后有共融晚餐。
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There will be a Thanksgiving Mass on 31 July 2025 at 5.00pm to celebrate the 25th Sacerdotal Anniversary of Fr Simon Yong SJ.
Dinner is organised at 7.30pm in Restoran Loon Sing Taman Daya. For the booking of tables, please call Patricia Ting (E) 012-7270880 or Parish Office 07-3326831.
杨光明神父晋铎25周年庆7月31日为杨光明神父晋铎25周年庆。傍晚5点于主教座堂举行一台感恩弥撒，晚上7点30分在福林园隆盛佛跳墙大酒家有晚宴。欲知详情请参阅布告栏上的海报。Joseph Soo (M) 012 -727 8829
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Experience the warmth and hospitality of Penang’s vibrant faith community as we visit stunning and historic churches. Deepen your faith, explore rich heritage, and create lasting memories with fellow parishioners.
Date: 9th–12th September 2025
Registration opens on Monday, 24th March 2025, and will close once all seats are filled. Please approach the parish office.
这个信仰之旅不仅让您有机会探访历史悠久、庄丽的圣堂，探索丰富的文化遗产， 还能体验当地充满活力和热情的信仰团体。借此深化我们的信仰，并与堂区兄弟姐妹共度美好时光，留下珍贵的回忆。
日期： 2025年9月9日至12日
报名开放日期： 2025年3月24日（星期一），额满即止。
请向堂区办公室咨询详情。
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Couples intending to get married must inform at least six months before the intended wedding.
The person intending to marry must make an appointment to meet the Parish Priest.
The couple is to attend a CMPW by registering at the parish office and the form must be signed by the parish priest.
The closing date for registration is 6 July 2025
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