For photos of events from 2019 onwards, kindly refer to our parish's official Facebook page.
For updates on Sahabat Orang Asli (SOA) outreach mission, click here.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 30TH & 31ST DECEMBER 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 23RD & 24TH DECEMBER 2023
TALK BY FR JERRY ORBOS - 19TH DECEMBER 2023
We at the parish of St Michael, Ipoh had the priveledge of hosting much loved Filipino priest, Fr Jerry Orbos SVD (Missionary to SVD-PH Central Province/ SVD Mission – Superior Delegatus and Vocation Promoter). Besides celebrating mass in our parish on Gaudete Sunday, the third Sunday of Advent, we also received much words of wisdom from Fr Jerry on the topic of obtaining peace in our hearts. Fr Jerry in his inimitable style, peppered his talk with jokes, personal stories, songs and even a spot of "magic"!
Some nuggets from Fr Jerry:
1. To have peace in our heart, we must have faith. To have faith, we must cultivate a prayer life. We need to start and end our day in prayer and be mindful of God throughout the day in all that we do. One suggested practice is to kneel down first thing in the morning to start our morning prayer with a humble thanksgiving to God. We need to capture our feelings for the moment and the remember the reasons why we do the things we do. A simple prayer for us to remember at all times : Jesus I trust in you. Mama Mary, I love you.
2. We must have the humility to confess our sins and ask for forgiveness from God to achieve peace in our hearts. We need to forgive all those who have hurt us and ask for forgiveness from those we may have hurt in our thoughts, words and deeds. God loves us even when we are sinners but we must resolve to stop hurting people with our words and actions. Remember and say these three phrases more often - "Thank you, I'm sorry, I love you"
3. It is more important to be kind, not to be right all the time. Do not be judgemental and we must be kind in our speech as well as our deeds. Do not play the game of ICE = Imposition, Control, Expectations.
4. Try not to take ourselves too seriously. None of us are getting out of this alive while we are on earth. Those who place a lot of importance on what they think they have achieved in terms of power, material wealth, status will rarely have peace of mind. Remember that everything we have comes from God and all our so-called wealth, beauty and health can be gone in an instant. Those who acknowledge God as the source of all their possessions will be able to weather life's turbulent storms with a peace in their heart that only God can give.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 16TH & 17TH DECEMBER 2023
LIGHTING OF CHRISTMAS TREE - 16TH DECEMBER 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 9TH & 10TH DECEMBER 2023
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS - CHRISTMAS SALE 2023
BEC Chateau Garden & Greentown would like to thank parishioners for their generous support towards the Christmas Sale on 3rd December 2023. In total, RM12,731.00 was raised for our parish's Children's Christmas party and a church in Sabah.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2ND & 3RD DECEMBER 2023
32ND NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST DECEMBER 2023
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PARISH ASSEMBLY - 26TH NOVEMBER 2023
Click here to read about the parish assembly held on 26th November 2023.
CONFIRMATION - 25TH NOVEMBER 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 25TH & 26TH NOVEMBER 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 19TH NOVEMBER 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 11th & 12TH NOVEMBER 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 4th & 5TH NOVEMBER 2023
Click here for the livestream of the sunset mass from Penang on Saturday,18th Nov 2023.
31ST NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST NOVEMBER 2023
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FIRST HOLY COMMUNION - 29TH OCTOBER 2023
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 28th & 29TH OCTOBER 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 21ST & 22ND OCTOBER 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 14TH & 15TH OCTOBER 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 7TH & 8TH OCTOBER 2023
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30TH NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST OCTOBER 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 30TH SEPTEMBER & 1ST OCTOBER 2023
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MASS FOR 26TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 1ST OCTOBER 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time celebrated by Archbishop Julian Leow.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
MASS FOR ST MICHAEL'S PARISH FEAST DAY - 30TH SEPTEMBER 2023
Click here to follow the bilingual mass for our parish Feast Day celebrated by Archbishop Julian Leow.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 23RD & 24TH SEPTEMBER 2023
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MASS FOR 25TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 23RD & 24TH SEPTEMBER 2023
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Theme : Touching stories of St Padre Pio
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 16TH & 17TH SEPTEMBER 2023
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MASS FOR 24TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 16TH & 17TH SEPTEMBER 2023
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Theme : Why is it so hard to forgive, but so easy to sin? Angels, help!
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 9TH & 10TH SEPTEMBER 2023
Click on the pictures to read announcements in greater detail. Click on this link to sign up for the Career Pathway Discernment Programme on 16th September 2023.
MASS FOR 23RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 9TH & 10TH SEPTEMBER 2023
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Theme : Speak out or be responsible!
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 2ND & 3RD SEPTEMBER 2023
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MASS FOR 22ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 2ND & 3RD SEPTEMBER 2023
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Theme : Do I think of God's way or man's? (cf. Matthew 16 : 21-27)
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
29TH NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST SEPTEMBER 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 26TH & 27TH AUGUST 2023
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MASS FOR 21ST SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 26TH & 27TH AUGUST 2023
Click here to follow the recorded mass in English for 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 19TH & 20TH AUGUST 2023
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MASS FOR 20TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 19TH & 20TH AUGUST 2023
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Theme : Was Jesus being rude? (cf. Matthew 15 : 21-28)
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
MASS FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF THE ASSUMPTION - 15TH AUGUST 2023
Click here to follow the recorded bilingual mass for the Solemnity of the Assumption.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 12TH & 13TH AUGUST 2023
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MASS FOR 19TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 12TH & 13TH AUGUST 2023
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Theme : What do we focus on?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 5TH & 6TH AUGUST 2023
MASS FOR TRANSFIGURATION OF THE LORD - 5TH & 6TH AUGUST 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the Transfiguration of the Lord.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
28TH NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST AUGUST 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 29TH & 30TH JULY 2023
MASS FOR 17TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 29TH & 30TH JULY 2023
Click here to follow the recorded mass in English for the 17th Sunday in Ordinary Time celebrated by Fr Michael Cheah.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 22ND & 23RD JULY 2023
MASS FOR 16TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 22ND & 23RD JULY 2023
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Theme : Grandparents' Day - Love makes the difference!
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
CONCLUSION OF BIBLE STUDY ON WISDOM - 22ND JULY 2023
The 8-session bible study (entitled Wisdom : God's Vision for Life) facilitated by SMC's Faith Formation team, ended on 22nd July 2023. Participants enjoyed fellowship over a generous breakfast spread before the start of the final session. The pot bless meals which each participant brought were indeed more than sufficient with leftovers to spare. After the usual video session and group sharings, each group representative gave their testimony on how this bible study had impacted them. Participants revealed that it was indeed a richly rewarding experience as some were previously not even familiar with the wise teachings found in the bible through the books of Wisdom, Sirach and Proverbs. Participants shared that the group-sharing sessions was particularly rewarding as it helped members get different perspectives on many issues and it also fostered good camaderie among group members. One young participant shared that session 2 on decision-making, was indeed a timely aid to help her decide on her future study plans after finishing her SPM examination. In our journey of faith, may the wisdom of Jesus Christ and the Catholic church revealed to us through the scriptures and the Catechism of the Catholic church, continue to grow in us and guide us in our daily living so that we may live our lives according to God's plan for us.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 15TH & 16TH JULY 2023
MASS FOR 15TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 15TH & 16TH JULY 2023
Click here to follow the recorded mass in English for the 15th Sunday in Ordinary Time celebrated by Fr Peter Chin.
Theme : What do we focus on?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 8TH & 9TH JULY 2023
PENANG DIOCESAN VOCATION CAMP FOR PERAK DEANERY - 8TH & 9TH JULY 2023
Click on our official Facebook page to view scenes from the vocation camp held at SMC over the weekend of 8th July 2023.
Facebook Day 1 / Facebook Day 2
MASS FOR 14TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 8TH & 9TH JULY 2023
Click here to follow the recorded mass in English for the 14th Sunday in Ordinary Time celebrated by Fr Louis Loi & Fr Gilbert James, OFM.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 1ST & 2ND JULY 2023
MASS FOR 13TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 1ST & 2ND JULY 2023
Click here to follow the recorded mass in English for the 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
Theme : Am I worthy?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
27TH NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST JULY 2023
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CELEBRATING PARENTS' DAY AT SMC - 29TH JUNE 2023
We thank God for the dedication of the organising committee and generous volunteers who worked hard to make this Parents' Day a happy and memorable occassion for the parents and grandparents.
Check out SMC's official Facebook page for more scenes from the mass and other activities on SMC's Parents' day.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 24TH & 25TH JUNE 2023
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MASS FOR 12TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 24TH & 25TH JUNE 2023
Click here to follow the recorded mass in English for the 12th Sunday in Ordinary Time.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 17TH & 18TH JUNE 2023
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MASS FOR 11TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 17TH & 18TH JUNE 2023
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Theme : Jesus felt sorry for them (Matthew 9:36)
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
MASS FOR CORPUS CHRISTI - 10TH & 11TH JUNE 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the solemnity of Corpus Christi, celebrated by Fr James Pitchay.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has lifted the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 3RD & 4TH JUNE 2023
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MASS FOR TRINITY SUNDAY - 3RD & 4TH JUNE 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the solemnity of Trinity Sunday.
Theme : Trinity Sunday ~ Am I ONE with God and with one another?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
BIBLE STUDY ON WISDOM : GOD'S VISION FOR LIFE (SESSION 1) - 3RD JUNE 2023
The 8-session bible study entitled Wisdom: God's Vision for Life officially started on the morning of June 3rd, 2023 with a total of 57 participants.
This bible study programme organised by SMC's Faith Formation team aims to help participants equip themselves with the Wisdom of God
found in scriptures and the Catechism of the Catholic church. Areas which will be covered throughout the 8 weeks include application of wisdom in areas
of decision-making to finances and relationships, among others. Participants will be given notes and homework for each successive week on the week before the sessions and these
will be used in the respective group-sharing sessions after the video screenings.
The first session started with a welcome address by Fr Anthony Liew and thereafter an introduction to the entire programme by chief facilitator Catherine Chong. The first video session introduces participants to the concept of wisdom and the difference between Godly wisdom and worldly wisdom, and the relationship between knowledge, wisdom and understanding. In summary, wisdom is defined as the right application of knowledge, the ability to make good decisions and the skill of living life from God's perspective. The foundation for true wisdom is none other than our Lord Jesus Christ. We hope that all participants will truly be enriched with God's wisdom by the end of this bible study programme.
26TH NOTIFICATION & UPDATES FROM THE DIOCESE OF PENANG - 1ST JUNE 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 27TH & 28TH MAY 2023
MASS FOR PENTECOST SUNDAY - 27TH & 28TH MAY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the solemnity of Pentecost.
Theme : (Pentecost) We have superpower!
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, followng online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
SMC LEADERSHIP FORMATION - 21ST MAY 2023
Approximately 70 leaders and members from the BECs and parish ministries of the English-Speaking Apostolate of SMC participated in a lively and engaging leadership formation session entitled "Embracing Servant-Leadership" conducted by Mr Vernon Christopher Fernandez. Vernon is a professional trainer with decades of experience in the hospitality industry and training for employees and volunteers in the corporate and non-corporate arena and is no stranger to SMC as he was also one of the presenters during the Sharing Christ programme held in SMC, back in 2019.
The formation was a talk by Vernon interspersed with group exercises which captured the participants' attention throughout the entire 3 hours. The group exercises showed participants that everyone had their different strengths and weaknesses, likes and dislikes but that everyone in a team whether in church ministry, at work or as a family need to set aside differences and accomodate each other, to build up everyone in order for the team to be a healthy, successfully functioning entity.
Vernon contrasted servant-leadership against the traditional albeit, increasingly archaic way of leadership style, where the leader basically puts his own needs above others and bullies his team into submission. A servant-leader on the other hand prioritizes serving others with humility and empowers his/her team members to become better at their functions in the team.
Three things to consider - What, Why and How? The "What" question helps us identify what a good servant-leader is. Servant does not equate to submissiveness and weakness. Our Lord Jesus Christ is the ultimate role model of a true servant-leader. We also need to consider WHY we serve. Vernon encouraged participants to have a personal mission statement in order to get a clear picture for why they serve. Servant leadership would ultimately bring about better job performance and satisfaction in the team. Vernon then taught participants practical steps on how to implement servant-leadership by the "A B C" method (Attract with humility, Build by showing compassion, Connect by showing empathy).
At the end of the session, Faith formation chairman Mr Ramond Chin presented a gift to Vernon as a token of appreciation. It is hoped that all participants left the hall with a renewed mind and spirit to actively practise servant-leadership in the roles that God has called each of them to, in their families, at work or in church.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 20TH & 21ST MAY 2023
MASS FOR 7TH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 20TH & 21STH MAY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 7th Sunday of Easter.
Theme : To know is to have eternal life (John 17:3)
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
MASS FOR THE SOLEMNITY OF THE ASCENSION / 耶稣升天节- 18TH MAY 2023
Click here to follow the bilingual mass for the solemnity of the Ascension of the Lord(耶稣升天节).
Theme : You are not alone (2) - on earth as in Heaven
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 13TH & 14TH MAY 2023
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MASS FOR 6TH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 13TH & 14TH MAY 2023
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Theme : (Jesus said) You are not alone! (cf. John 14:18)
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 6TH & 7TH MAY 2023
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MASS FOR 5TH SUNDAY OF EASTER - 6TH & 7TH MAY 2023
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Theme : When there are not enough priests/religious...
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
SPECIAL MASS TO CELEBRATE ST MAGDALENE OF CANOSSA'S 250TH BIRTH ANNIVERSARY - 4TH MAY 2023
A special mass was held on 4th May 2023 in SMC to celebrate the 250th birthday anniversary of St. Magdalene of Canossa. St. Magdalene was the foundress of the Canossian Daughters of Charity, an order dedicated to the care of the poor. You may read more about this event at our official SMC Facebook page.
PENANG DIOCESE 25TH NOTIFICATIONS - 1ST MAY 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 29TH & 30TH APRIL 2023
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Click here to register online for the 8-part Bible Study on Wisdom : God's Vision for Life.
Click here to view the promotional video for the 8-part Bible Study on Wisdom : God's Vision for Life.
MASS FOR 4TH SUNDAY OF EASTER (GOOD SHEPHERD SUNDAY / VOCATION SUNDAY) - 29TH & 30TH APRIL 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for 4th Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday).
Theme : (Good Shepherd Sunday = Vocation Sunday) What if there are no more priests?!
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 22ND & 23RD APRIL 2023
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Click here to register online for the 8-part Bible Study on Wisdom : God's Vision for Life.
Click here to view the promotional video for the 8-part Bible Study on Wisdom : God's Vision for Life.
MASS FOR 3RD SUNDAY OF EASTER - 22ND & 23RD APRIL 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 3rd Sunday of Easter, celebrated by Fr Robin Lomangkok, CSsR.
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 15TH & 16TH APRIL 2023
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MASS FOR 2ND SUNDAY OF EASTER (DIVINE MERCY SUNDAY) - 15TH & 16TH APRIL 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for 2nd Sunday of Easter (Divine Mercy Sunday).
Theme : Can't get out from stress/anger?!(cf. Psalm 46:10)
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 9TH APRIL 2023
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MASS FOR EASTER SUNDAY - 9TH APRIL 2023
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Theme : Do I love Jesus enough (5)?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
MASS FOR EASTER VIGIL - 8TH APRIL 2023
Click here to follow the Easter Vigil mass in English and Mandarin.
Theme : Do I love Jesus enough (4)?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
GOOD FRIDAY SERVICE - 7TH APRIL 2023
Click here to follow the Good Friday service in English. We will have Way of the Cross before the 3.00pm service begins.
Theme : Do I love Jesus enough (3)?
MASS FOR MAUNDY THURSDAY - 6TH APRIL 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English & Mandarin for Maundy Thursday at 8.00pm. We will have an hour of Adoration after the mass.
Theme : Do I love Jesus enough (2)?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 1ST & 2ND APRIL 2023
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MASS FOR PALM SUNDAY - 1ST & 2ND APRIL 2023
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Theme : Do I love Jesus enough (1)?
As the Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has removed the dispensation on mass attendance since Palm Sunday 2023, following online mass (live or otherwise) is NOT considered a fulfilment of mass obligations. The online mass only serves as a medium those who are gravely ill and unable to physically attend mass, to pray and worship in unity with the rest of the faithful on the holy days of obligation.
PENANG DIOCESE 24TH NOTIFICATIONS - 1ST APRIL 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 25TH & 26TH MARCH 2023
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MASS FOR 5TH SUNDAY OF LENT - 25TH & 26TH MARCH 2023
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Theme : Modern Day Lazarus
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 18TH & 19TH MARCH 2023
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MASS FOR 4TH SUNDAY OF LENT - 18TH & 19TH MARCH 2023
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Theme : Are we blind too? (John 9:40)
LIFTING OF DISPENSATION FROM PALM SUNDAY 2023- 17TH MARCH 2023
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of Malaysia has issued a pastoral letter on the lifting of the dispensation (on the obligation to attend physical mass on Sundays and Holy Days of Obligations) from this year's Palm Sunday. Click on the picture to read the dispensation in full.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 11TH & 12TH MARCH 2023
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MASS FOR 3RD SUNDAY OF LENT - 11TH & 12TH MARCH 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 4TH & 5TH MARCH 2023
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MASS FOR 2ND SUNDAY OF LENT - 4TH & 5TH MARCH 2023
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PARISH LENTEN RECOLLECTION - 28TH FEBRUARY, 1ST & 2ND MARCH 2023
We were indeed blessed to have Fr Fabian Dicom journey with us for three days of Parish Lenten Recollection starting with a special session for seniors at 11 am on 28th February 2023.
The purpose for the recollection was to help sustain and build the community of God's beloved. The daily themes for the recollection were :
Day 1 - Embracing our Belovedness as our Identity
Day 2 - Embracing our Servanthood as our Spirituality
Day 3 - Embracing our Mission as our Journey
We are grateful to Fr Fabian for illuminating us through scriptural teachings and the heartfelt sharing of his personal experiences. Acknowledging and recognising our identity as God's beloved son or daughter, give our lives real purpose and true worth. In the world today, many people erroneously measure their own self-worth by what they do (i.e. jobs, positions), what people say of them (privately, publicly or on social media) or what they possess (wealth or power). Jesus's actions and replies to the tempter in the desert shows us how we need to respond in the face of such falsehoods. Jesus responded decisively because he was SURE of his identity as Son of God and conviction to the scriptures. As Christians, we too need to be rooted in this knowledge of our identity and the scriptures.
Knowing who we are and who we follow enable us to embrace Jesus's spirit of servanthood. To serve as Christ did requires us to undergo a process of self-emptying. Here Fr Fabian talked about the concept of Servant Leadership as opposed to worldly leadership values. In Christianity, a leader must serve as Jesus came to serve NOT to be served. True servant-leadership possesses these six qualities : Integrity, Humility, Flexibility, Resilience, Stewardship and Empathy. This call to serve is directed to ALL of us, not just the leaders in our community, parish, town and country.
Our mission in this world is to bring the Good News of Jesus Christ to the world, by promoting human dignity, engaging in works of social justice, caring for families, caring for the environment and embracing the poor in our society. This is the great commission given by Christ himself. Fr Fabian shared the call of Pope Francis to transform our churches to become "field hospitals" caring for those overlooked and marginalised in society as Jesus always did. The church is meant to be a refuge for all regardless of race, creed or economic status. A church that is only concerned about daily devotions, buildings, rituals and regulations is not truly fulfilling its mission. The challenge for all of us is to overcome this reluctance to move beyond superficial practices which delude us into thinking we are doing "God's work" within the comfortable confines of our church walls or homes. It is hoped that the lessons learned from these three days of recollections will help us truly embrace our identity and go forth in mission BEYOND the walls of our church, as we are called to do at the end of every mass.
PENANG DIOCESE 23RD NOTIFICATIONS - 1ST MARCH 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 25TH & 26TH FEBRUARY 2023
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MASS FOR 1ST SUNDAY OF LENT - 25TH & 26TH FEBRUARY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 1st Sunday of Lent. Archbishop Emeritus John Ha will concelebrate this mass with Fr Anthony Liew. The Penang Diocesan Lenten Campaign 2023 will be launched during announcements. The theme for this year is "Renew our hearts to care."
MASS FOR ASH WEDNESDAY - 22ND FEBRUARY 2023
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Theme : True spirit of LENT
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 18TH & 19TH FEBRUARY 2023
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To register for the talk on 19/3/2023 on the topic "Are you stressed up?", click here.
MASS FOR 7TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 18TH & 19TH FEBRUARY 2023
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Theme : Love your neighbour as yourself!!!
PALLIATIVE CARE TALK - 12TH FEBRUARY 2023
Dr Albert Yong from Kelinik Kesihatan Chemor who incidentally is also a parishioner of SMC, presented a talk on palliative care in Fr Peter Pang hall on the morning of 12th Feb 2023 after the 8.00 a.m. mass. We thank Dr Albert Yong and the Padre Pio group of SMC for organizing this talk which provided attendees with greater insights and valuable information about palliative care in Malaysia and in our state.
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 11TH & 12TH FEBRUARY 2023
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MASS FOR 6TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 11TH & 12TH FEBRUARY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 6th Sunday in Ordinary Time. The Catholic church observes 11th February 2023 (World Day of the Sick) as a special day of awareness and oneness with those suffering from illness.
Theme : A Snowball effect!
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 4TH & 5TH FEBRUARY 2023
PENANG DIOCESE 22ND NOTIFICATIONS - 1ST FEBRUARY 2023
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MASS FOR 5TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 4TH & 5TH FEBRUARY 2023
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ANNOUNCEMENTS - 28TH & 29TH JANUARY 2023
MASS FOR 4TH SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / CATECHETICAL SUNDAY - 28TH & 29TH JANUARY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 4th Sunday in Ordinary Time. This weekend, we celebrate Catechetical Sunday. Catechism teachers and children's liturgy, RCIA and faith formation facilitators were commissioned in the Sunday morning mass. Fr Robin Andrews con-celebrated the 8.00 am mass with Fr Anthony Liew. The annual blessing of candles was done at the beginning of the sunset mass.
Theme : (Catechetical Sunday) Long catechism effect!
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 21ST & 22ND JANUARY 2023
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MASS FOR 3RD SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME / SUNDAY OF THE WORD OF GOD - 21ST & 22ND JANUARY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time. The 3rd Sunday in Ordinary Time has also been designated as Sunday of the Word of God, and we remember and rediscover the importance of Sacred Scripture in our faith life. This weekend, we also celebrate the Lunar New Year with our Chinese community in SMC.
Theme : What is my new year's resolution?
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 14TH & 15TH JANUARY 2023
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PONGAL CELEBRATIONS - 15TH JANUARY 2023
SMC's Indian group celebrated Pongal at SMC on the morning of 15th January 2023. For more pictures of the Ponggal festivities, click on our Facebook link here.
MASS FOR 2ND SUNDAY IN ORDINARY TIME - 14TH & 15TH JANUARY 2023
Click here to follow the mass in English for the 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time. In conjunction with the Ponggal festival, the Indian community of SMC presented the offerings at the 8.00a.m. mass this weekend.
Theme : What should you say?!
ANNOUNCEMENTS - 7TH & 8TH JANUARY 2023
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MASS FOR SOLEMNITY OF THE EPIPHANY - 7TH & 8TH JANUARY 2023
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Theme : (Epiphany) ~ Do I see God in my life?
PENANG DIOCESE 21ST NOTIFICATIONS - 1ST JANUARY 2023
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MASS FOR SOLEMNITY OF MARY, MOTHER OF GOD - 31ST DECEMBER 2022 & 1ST JANUARY 2023
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Theme : Mother of God - Why new year?