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Presenting St. Jude’s Junior Youth Ministry! Our Form 3 and Form 4 youths recently gathered at St. Jude’s Church for a time of formation, fellowship and commissioning as the Junior Youth Ministry. We hope this ministry, focused on nurturing our younger generation - from Form 1 onwards, will be a space where they can grow in faith, discover their gifts, build meaningful friendships and find their place in the Church. May they journey together, support one another and become young disciples who bring Christ’s love to their families, friends and community.
Some of our parishioners have come together to plan, invite others, and journey on small-group pilgrimages as part of their BEC and ministry activities, nurturing fellowship and faith along the way. Why small-group pilgrimage is good for the soul -It slows us down. We step away from our usual routines, responsibilities and distractions, giving our hearts room to breathe and listen to God. -It becomes a journey of faith, not just a trip. Walking, travelling and visiting sacred places can remind us that our whole life is a pilgrimage towards God. -There is space for personal prayer. In a smaller group, there is often more opportunity for silence, reflection, Mass, Scripture and personal intentions. -We carry one another. Sharing the journey with a few people creates opportunities to pray for one another, listen to each other’s stories and offer encouragement. -We encounter God through others. Sometimes a simple conversation, someone’s testimony, or seeing another person’s faith can touch us more deeply than we expect. It helps us leave our burdens at God’s feet. We can bring our worries, family concerns, regrets, hopes and prayers with us—and consciously entrust them to God. -It strengthens community. A small group allows people to move beyond simply knowing each other at church. We begin to understand and support one another more deeply. -It creates room for transformation. We return home not necessarily with all our problems solved, but perhaps with a clearer heart, renewed faith and a different perspective.
Everyone knows the altar. Everyone notices the tabernacle. Everyone sees the pews, the statues, the sanctuary lamp. But there is one place in the church that almost nobody talks about… yet your soul has stood there every single Mass. It is not the altar. Not the ambo. Not the confessional. It is the threshold. Yes, the doorway. The place you walk through without looking twice. The few inches of holy ground between the outside world and the house of God. Most Catholics step over it casually. Heaven does not. Because spiritually, the doorway of the church is not just an entrance. It is a battle line. A crossing. A moment where two worlds meet. 1. The Door is a Border Between Realms Outside the church: noise, pressure, distraction, temptation, pride, hurry. Inside the church: silence, grace, angels, the Word, the Eucharist. When your foot crosses that line, you are literally stepping out of one spiritual atmosphere and entering another. Every Mass begins with a victory: You crossed the border. 2. The Door is Where Your Guardian Angel Takes Over The Fathers of the Church taught that angels wait at the church doors during every liturgy. Why? Because at the door, your angel prepares you to stand before God. Every time you enter, he leads you from earthly thoughts into heavenly attention. You never cross alone. 3. The Door is a Symbol of Christ Himself Jesus said: “I AM THE DOOR.” (John 10:9) So when you enter the church building, you are walking through the One who gives life, the One who leads to the Father, the One who brings you into the presence of God. Every entrance into church is a small reminder of your entrance into salvation. 4. The Door is a Silent Confession. Without saying a word, crossing the church threshold says: “I am leaving the world behind.” “I am coming to meet God.” “I am stepping into grace.” It is repentance. It is longing. It is surrender. Your body preaches it even if your mouth says nothing. Remember… You are crossing the doorway of the King. You are stepping into God’s throne room. You are walking into eternity’s embrace. And you are standing on a sacred place almost no one talks about… but Heaven never ignores. #catholicsonlineclass
A small chapel, but BIG hopes and an even BIGGER celebration! Come and celebrate the glorious Feast of St Michael at St Michael’s Chapel, Batu Arang! Let us gather with joyful hearts to honour St Michael the Archangel - the powerful protector, defender of faith, and champion of God’s people. Together, we will celebrate his courage, strength, and unwavering devotion to God through prayer, fellowship, and joyful community spirit.
CATECHETICAL MINISTRY Guide Young Hearts to Belong Help children and youth feel welcomed, loved, and rooted in faith. What you can do: • Teach or assist in classes • Mentor and accompany young people • Plan fun and engaging lessons Who can join: Anyone who loves working with children and helping them grow in faith. Be the reason a child feels at home in Church.
MASS TIMING
Day
Activities
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
6:30 AM | Mass
Thursday
Friday
Saturday
5:30 PM | Novena to our Lady of Perpetual Succour
6:00 PM | Mass in English
7:30 PM | Mass in Tamil & Bahasa (Bt. Arang)
Sunday